Amador Valley High School prepares for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year, knowing that students and staff will be returning to campus while it is still undergoing construction and renovations. From the new locker rooms to the relocated bike racks, to the fenced off entrances, Amador will look a little different next year. But rest assured, Principal Malcolm Norrington says the school’s priorities are still safety, communication, and keeping campus running smoothly.
Some of the immediate changes include changes to the way students enter school. Students will enter campus on the south side of the office near the activities window. Admin will also work to maintain safe and easy access to the stadium and other areas despite narrower pathways caused by construction. Other adjustments on campus will include modifications to bike storage areas. Bike racks near the theater and the baseball field will be relocated to accommodate construction zones.
“What we can’t have is our students riding their bikes through campus. The safest way matters because we have cars coming through certain areas, and we don’t want to create too much of a safety concern,” said Norrington.
Administration is also relocating many coaches’ offices and teachers’ classrooms. The PE offices and gym equipment will be temporarily moved into storage containers and teachers will be placed into new classrooms. School administrators will continue to keep the Amador community updated regarding campus changes throughout the summer and the next school year. Students and staff are encouraged to check their email for new information regarding this ongoing situation.
“Construction is a fluid process, so things can change. We will communicate regular updates as we have new information. Some changes are good changes,” said Norrington.
Amador leadership is hoping that spreading activities across multiple days will create a smoother transition as students and their families shift from the carefree days of summer to the more structured pace of the school year.
“We’re giving kids a lot of opportunity to get stuff done before the year, so the start of school feels less stressful and more organized for students and families,” said Connelly.
Despite the many physical changes on campus, administrators hope that new traditions and fun activities will help maintain a sense of school spirit. Hopefully, students will return to school refreshed and ready to begin the year with many new memories and plenty more to look forward to.
