NEW Woodridge opens to rave reviews - September 2007
The newly reconstructed Woodridge Elementary School opened to rave reviews as school opened on Sept. 4, 2007. Students and staff were glad to be back at the neighborhood site and the community liked the finished product. Take a virtual tour of Bellevue's latest school rebuild project.
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Student artwork in the form of decorative ceramic tiles grace the landing on the 2nd floor near the Library entrance. The school mascot, eagle served as inspiration for the mural.
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The new library is outfitted with the latest high technology
teaching aids including Smartboad and brand new PC
computers.
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Courtyard & entry area on west side of new building - Library in center on 2nd floor.
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One of two multipurpose areas - this one has a stage for
productions and here is set up for serving lunch.
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Here's a look at the second multipurpose area separated from
the other by a large moving divider door
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The interior design and orientation of the school takes
advantage of the abundance of natural light - here lighting
up the second floor looking north from the south end of the
main entry gallery. The library entrance is on the left.
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Woodridge students look right at home in their new surroundings.
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South side of school including large playground area
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New soft surface play area was an instant hit at recess.
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Construction crews worked hard getting the
school ready for Opening Day
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Newly landscaped entry to the school site and Childcare Center
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View the construction progress as it appeared
in May 2007 - click here
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