(PCSD 25 Press Release, June 30, 2026)
POCATELLO, IDAHO – The next chapter in the rebuilding of Highland High School is coming into focus. As construction crews begin work on the new tennis courts and parking lot across Bench Road, Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 remains on schedule to welcome learners and staff into the first phase of the new campus following winter break on January 4, 2027—just months away.
The new six-court tennis complex will serve Highland High School student-athletes and the broader community through a partnership with the City of Pocatello. The project reflects a long-standing collaboration between the City and School District 25 to invest in shared recreational resources that benefit learners, families, and the community.
Since an accidental electrical fire in April 2023 damaged approximately 75,000 square feet of Highland High School, the District, Board of Trustees, architects, engineers, contractors, legislators, and community partners have worked together to restore and reimagine the campus. Today, that vision is becoming reality as major construction milestones continue to be reached.
Opening January 4, 2027
- Six new classrooms
- Cafeteria, kitchen, and commons area
- Multi-level gymnasium, weight room, indoor track, and wrestling room
- Locker rooms and athletic/training offices
Coming July 2027
- Choir, band, orchestra, and drama classrooms
- Performing arts facilities
“This project has always been about restoring more than a building,” said Superintendent Dr. Douglas Howell. “Highland is a place where generations of learners have built friendships, discovered their passions, and created lifelong memories. Every milestone brings us closer to welcoming learners and staff back into a campus that honors that legacy while providing exceptional learning spaces for the future.”
Following occupancy of Phase 1, construction will continue toward the completion of Phase 2, which includes the performing arts facilities and remaining music and theater classrooms. The entire campus remains on track for completion in August 2027, in time for the start of the 2027-2028 school year.
Community members are encouraged to follow the progress of the rebuild through the district’s dedicated project website, where they can explore architectural renderings, construction updates, project history, and time-lapse videos documenting the transformation.
Follow the Highland High School rebuild at: www.sd25.us/rebuildinghighland
