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Reseda’s Cleveland Charter High: $170 million rehab means goodbye portables, hello bigger quad, new theater and more – Daily NewsSkip to content
A ribbon waits to be cut during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
People tour new facilities during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Dignitaries cut a ribbon during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Dignitaries cut a ribbon during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
People tour new facilities during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
The Cleveland Dance Company performs during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022.
(Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Scott M. Schmerelson, LAUSD Board Member, District 3, speaks during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022.
(Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
The Cleveland Dance Company performs during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022.
(Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Student Body President Alyssa Park speaks during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Cheerleaders perform during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Cleveland Charter High School principal Cindy Duong speaks during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at the high school in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
People listen to speakers during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Mark Hovatter, Facilities Executiv Chief Los Angeles Unified School District, speaks during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Students watch from a new building during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
A ribbon waits to be cut during a celebration to mark the completion of a $170 million modernization project at Cleveland Charter High School in Reseda Friday, September 16, 2022. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Cleveland Charter High School went back to the drawing board. Literally.
And the result is spectacular.
Completing four years of construction, officials from the Los Angeles Unified School District and the Reseda school itself were proud to unveil the campus’ $170 million modernization on Friday, Sept. 16.
“Today is truly a celebration for the Cleveland High School community,” Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho said before the event. “These multimillion dollar investments represent an intensified focus on our students, as well as highlight the importance of modernizing our schools.”
The project included:
A new 450-seat performing arts center, complete with a new stage, lighting, audio, concession sites and ticketing;
A state-of-the-art computer-aided design center;
A new indoor/outdoor dining area;
New state-of-the-art science labs;
A new early-learning center; and
Two new multi-story classroom complexes.
The endeavor included 176,200 square feet of improvements to the campus. Along with all the new structures, remaining buildings also got a bright new facelifts — with the total package embracing the school’s original mid-century design tone and texture.
“Today, we honor Cleveland Charter High School’s rich and diverse culture and history,” LAUSD boardmember Scott Schmerelson said. “This beautiful modernization project will provide a new state of the art facility that will support our students’ success for generations to come. Our students, teachers and local school community deserve these investments so they can continue with dynamic and innovative teaching and learning.”
Many existing classrooms were also upgraded. Infrastructure improvements included new transportation and maintenance buildings, as well as safety and technological upgrades.
New solar panels were installed atop the new performing arts building, providing 116 kilowatts of renewable energy, according to district officials.
“This comprehensive modernization project is a clear example of the Cleveland community coming together to dream big,” said Cleveland’s principal, Cindy Duong. “Thanks to our partners at Los Angeles Unified, PBWS Architects and Kemp Brothers for responding enthusiastically to make our dreams a reality. We believe all students deserve a quality education and now – thanks to this bond measure – we have facilities that meet that expectation.”
The campus, first opened in 1961, was built to accommodate 1,500 students. But enrollment had more than doubled since then. The new plan was able to do away with the portable classrooms that had been added over the years to respond to that burgeoning student population.
And the new configuration, officials said, allowed for a larger central quad area and additional outdoor gathering sites.
“We are thrilled to provide the Cleveland Charter High School students, staff and community with a modernized campus, replacing temporary bungalows that were installed decades ago, with beautiful, state-of-the-art new and upgraded facilities,” said Chief Facilities Executive Mark Hovatter. “The Cleveland Cavaliers now have a campus that could rival that of any private college.”
