Bond 2025: One Year of Progress
Thank You, Flour Bluff ISD Community
On May 3, 2025, the Flour Bluff, Padre Island, Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, and Corpus Christi Army Depot community came together to approve Bond 2025. That decision reflected shared community values, careful planning, fiscal responsibility, and a commitment to investing wisely in facilities that serve both students and the broader community.
One year later, Flour Bluff ISD is grateful for that trust and proud of the progress made. From safety enhancements and infrastructure upgrades to water‑saving initiatives and long‑term planning, Bond 2025 has remained focused on financial responsibility while addressing real and pressing needs. In our coastal region, where water conservation is increasingly critical, many projects were intentionally designed to reduce water usage, lower long‑term maintenance costs, and protect shared resources.
FBISD facilities also serve as community facilities. District spaces are used daily by students, families, military partners, and local organizations. Tennis courts, the Natatorium, and the Junior High track are open for public use. The United States Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard regularly utilize the Natatorium for training, and youth sports leagues and community organizations rely on district gyms, auditoriums, stadiums, and athletic fields throughout the year. Bond 2025 investments help ensure these shared spaces remain safe, reliable, and well maintained.
Completed Projects
Transportation Upgrades
New camera systems have been installed on district school buses, enhancing safety for students, drivers, and the community. In addition, five new International diesel buses have been purchased and placed into service, improving reliability and reducing long‑term maintenance costs.
Baseball and Softball Field Improvements
Hellas Construction completed turf installations at the baseball and softball fields. The project also included new dugouts constructed by Ewing Construction, along with flagpoles, scoreboards, fencing, and safety netting. Additional seating and improved sightlines were added at the softball field. These upgrades allow for year‑round use, conserve thousands of gallons of water annually, reduce maintenance demands, and enhance the experience for athletes and spectators.
Auditorium Sound System Upgrade
Installed by Sound Vibrations, the fully upgraded auditorium sound system now supports concerts, theater productions, ceremonies, and community events with improved clarity and performance.
Tennis Court Resurfacing
CourTex Construction completed resurfacing of the tennis courts, which are now open to students and the community. The courts support the State Runner‑Up Hornet Tennis team and expand access for community tennis and pickleball.
Utility Line Relocation
LJA Engineering completed relocation of water and wastewater lines, providing critical infrastructure to support current projects and prepare district sites for future Bond 2025 construction.
Projects Underway
District‑Wide Traffic Improvements
In partnership with the City of Corpus Christi, traffic improvements are underway near FBISD campuses. A traffic study conducted by Pape‑Dawson Engineers guided updates that include revised school zone locations, traffic signal and detection upgrades, improved lighting, updated signage, and new ADA‑compliant ramps near the Natatorium and Dollar General. School zone flashers and signage are also being relocated to improve safety and traffic flow during peak times.
Ready Set Go Site Demolition
The former Ready Set Go buildings have been removed, clearing the site for future district use. Portable buildings from the site are in the process of being removed.
Classroom Technology Enhancements
Interactive classroom displays have been delivered and are being installed across Pre‑K through sixth‑grade campuses, providing modern tools that support instruction and student engagement.
Projects in the Design Phase
Hornet Career and Innovation Center
Pfluger Architects is leading design efforts for the Hornet Career and Innovation Center. The facility will include Career and Technical Education classrooms, along with dedicated Fine Arts and NJROTC wings. Planning is guided by input from educators, industry partners, military representatives, students, and community members to prepare students for workforce and service opportunities. See more here:
District‑Wide Utility Plant Replacement
Stridde Callins and Associates, Inc. is designing a long‑term, reliable utility system tailored for the district’s corrosive coastal environment. The focus is on durability, efficiency, responsible water use, and reduced operating and maintenance costs.
Hornet Stadium Improvements
Pfluger Architects is leading design for a comprehensive renovation of Hornet Stadium. Planned improvements include a new home side on the current visitor side, expanded ADA seating, upgraded lighting, a new press box, renovated and expanded restrooms, additional parking, improved concessions, a new video scoreboard, and stadium‑wide enhancements.
New High School Practice Gym
Design work is underway for a new High School Practice Gym, providing dedicated practice space and reducing scheduling conflicts among sports and student activities.
Early Childhood Center Improvements
Plans in design by RMA Architects include a new wing to relocate first-grade classrooms, improved parking and traffic flow, and new age-appropriate playgrounds to better support Pre‑K through first-grade students. See more here:
Pre‑K Through Sixth‑Grade PE and Playground Upgrades
Design planning is underway for Pre‑Kindergarten through 6th grade Physical Education and playground improvements across the district with a focus on creating safe, engaging, and age‑appropriate spaces.
Junior High Gym and Locker Room Renovations
Turner Ramirez Architects has been approved for design and project administration, marking the first major renovation since the facility’s original construction.
Oceans and Wetlands Outdoor Classroom
LJA Engineering is designing improvements to the district’s 72‑acre wetlands. Community collaboration supports environmental preservation while expanding outdoor learning opportunities.
Summer 2026 Projects
District‑Wide Technology Upgrades
Installation of interactive displays in Pre‑K through sixth‑grade classrooms, along with new fiber‑optic cabling and pathways to increase internet speed and reliability.
District‑Wide Flooring Replacement
New flooring will be installed at the Varsity Gym, Early Childhood Center, Primary, Intermediate, Junior High, SDGC HLA, and High School campuses.
Campus Painting Projects
FBISD Maintenance staff will repaint hallways at the Early Childhood Center, Primary, Intermediate, and High School to refresh interior spaces.
Air‑Conditioning System Replacements
Aging HVAC units at the High School and Junior High gyms, as well as the baseball and softball locker rooms, will be replaced to improve reliability and energy efficiency.
Junior High Major MEP Renovations
The Junior High will undergo major mechanical, electrical, and plumbing upgrades, including new ceiling grid, lighting, HVAC units, ductwork, and chilled water piping to support long‑term reliability and improved learning environments.
Fire Alarm Replacements
Fire alarm systems will be replaced at the Central Kitchen, Administration Building, and High School gyms.
Athletic Upgrades
New lighting will be installed at the tennis and pickleball courts, baseball and softball fields, Junior High Stadium, and two new light poles on the home side of Hornet Stadium. Gym floors at the High School and Junior High will be waxed, and the Junior High track will be resurfaced.
Thanks to the ongoing support of the Flour Bluff, Padre Island, Naval Air Station, and Corpus Christi Army Depot communities, Flour Bluff ISD remains committed to transparency and responsible stewardship throughout all Bond 2025 projects. These upgrades are already making a lasting impact on students, programs, and facilities across the district. To stay up to date on Bond 2025 and other district news, subscribe to our monthly newsletter.