Central Administration Building (Temporary address)
3702 E McKinley Ave
Foss High School Renovations
ABOUT THE PROJECT
Foss, built and opened in 1973, was renovated in 2025-2026 including a boiler replacement, lighting improvements for energy efficiency, aesthetic improvements including signage, painting and flooring replacement, and a fresh courtyard.
This project is funded by the $535 million school construction bond voters passed in 2024.
Learn more about the project from Mickey Traugutt, CEO of WA Patriot Construction, the constructor leading the renovations:
PROJECT STATUS
The project was substantially complete on the first day of school: Sept. 9, 2026.
Final completion is expected fall 2026.
Expected completion: Fall 2026
Contractor: WA Patriot
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Contact Planning & Construction
(253) 571-3350
planning@tacoma.k12.wa.us