UPDATES

Construction Status:

Construction on The Hub for Human Impact has officially started. Perimeter construction fencing has been installed. Demolition of the existing Community Hall is complete.

Updated July 7, 2025

FAQ

  • Our construction partners will schedule disruptive activities outside of school hours, and barriers will be in place to ensure a positive and safe student experience.

  • Yes! The school has been actively fundraising, and the community phase launches fall 2025. However, if you'd like to name a space with a gift of $25,000 or more, please reach out to Lindsay McCreary (lmccreary@ljcds.org) before opportunities are gone!

  • Community Hall is getting an upgrade! It will be reimagined into the third floor of The Hub with expanded indoor/outdoor space and beautiful patio.

  • LJCDS is proud to be working closely with local San Diego partners to bring The Hub for Human Impact to life. domusstudio is leading the architectural design, while Dempsey Construction has been selected as the general contractor for the project.

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PERIMETER FENCING

Walking

Access may be restricted due to the construction fencing around the perimeter of the Community Hall and courtyard. Walking access to the Middle School quad will continue from the Middle School parking lot.

Driving/Parking

The Middle School parking lot will remain open for morning drop-off and afternoon pickup. Employee parking spaces located on the left when you pull into the lot will remain available. The only spots closing are the 22 spaces to the right of the lot entrance.

Drop-off and Pickup

The drop-off and pickup process will remain the same. However, part of the Middle School parking lot will be used for construction staging and equipment, but will remain accessible. 

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