The renovation of the campus, which started in 2014 with a budget of $228 million, is now 95% finished. The anticipated completion date for all the upgrades is currently set for 2025. Once completed, Jordan’s campus will boast an impressive addition of 400,000 square feet of either newly constructed or renovated buildings.

As part of this phase of Jordan’s modernization, several additional projects are in progress. An outdoor corridor is being developed, featuring trees, seating areas, covered canopies, and a newly constructed shaded lunch shelter.

Plans for next year include commencing renovations on Jordan’s science building. Following that, gym enhancements are scheduled to begin in 2023, with highlights such as the construction of a new outdoor swimming pool. Moreover, the installation of a new track and field area at Jordan is set to start in 2025.

This innovative 3-story building, spanning 86,000 gross square feet (GSF), effectively replaced a majority of the 30 portable classrooms with permanent structures. Notably, it housed the entire Science department, aligning with the STEM focus. The new building’s strategic placement at the front of the campus aimed to enhance safety and improve vehicular access.

Functionally, the ground floor of the building was designed to host essential student-services programs. This included spaces for Administration, Health Services, Counseling Services, Campus Discipline & Safety, Campus Information Technologies Support, as well as the Media Center and Career Center. Furthermore, the ground floor catered to specialized Career Technical Education (CTE) instruction spaces, catering to Computer Technologies pathways specializing in computer programming and applied engineering, notably robotics. The design also featured ample outdoor spaces, such as shaded courtyards and stadium seating areas, which doubled as flexible learning environments and social spaces.

The upper two floors of the building played host to a total of 30 classrooms, with 15 serving as general classrooms and the other 15 dedicated to science instruction. These floors also included support spaces for students and staff, along with designated Professional Learning Community (PLC) spaces on each floor. These PLC spaces were intentionally created to foster collaboration and interdisciplinary interaction among educators.

Architecturally, the building aimed to symbolize the inspirational program it housed. The “Window of Opportunity,” prominently displayed above the main entrance and adorned in the school’s signature royal blue, showcased the institution’s commitment to growth and learning. The building’s design prioritized the infusion of natural daylight, achieved through a bright and inviting building envelope. Materials such as masonry, steel, glass, and concrete were employed, creating a cohesive aesthetic that both integrated with existing campus structures and complemented the outdoor landscaped areas.

The Legacy Magnet Academy: Where Innovation Meets Education

In today’s rapidly evolving world, education is no longer confined to the traditional four walls of a classroom. The Legacy Magnet Academy stands as a testament to this paradigm shift, offering a revolutionary approach to learning that embraces the synergies of Technology, Innovation, Design, and Entrepreneurship (TIDE). This transformative institution reimagines the educational landscape by creating an environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and personal growth.

The TIDE Classroom and Student Amphitheater stand as the epicenter of innovation and engagement. These spaces are versatile, serving as hubs for Career and Technical Education (C.T.E.) instruction, inspiring talks by keynote speakers, academic competitions, and spirited student gatherings. The academy truly comes alive in these dynamic settings.

The Legacy Magnet Academy’s building design is a blend of history and innovation. The entire structure is clad in aircraft aluminum paneling, a nod to the hangars’ aviation legacy. The parabolic roof assembly and transparent skylight systems pay tribute to the hangar design, creating an awe-inspiring architectural marvel that bridges the past and the future.