Sapulpa High School Construction Advances

SAPULPA, Okla. — Construction crews are making visible strides on the new Sapulpa High School campus, and the next major phase is about to begin. Officials say a key milestone — structural steel installation — is set to start next week as the project continues to move forward on schedule.

To support this next stage, a second crane from Sapulpa-based Bennett Steel has arrived on-site, adding more lifting power for the steel framework that will form the school’s main structure. The expansion of heavy equipment signals an acceleration in the pace of work as the building begins to take shape above ground.

New Facilities Taking Form

Recently released photos from Sapulpa Public Schools show significant progress on several major components of the development, including:

• The new band hall, designed to provide advanced acoustics and expanded practice space
• A state-of-the-art performing arts center, which will serve both student programs and community events
• Connecting structures that will link the new high school to Sapulpa Junior High, creating a more unified campus

Construction teams have been focused on foundation work, utilities, and framing over the past few months — and district leaders say seeing vertical construction begin will be an exciting transformation.

A Major Investment for Future Students

The new high school is one of the largest education projects underway in Creek County, funded through the 2023 school bond overwhelmingly approved by Sapulpa voters. The bond included additional upgrades to athletic fields, classrooms, and security infrastructure across the district.

School officials and community members have expressed pride in the progress, noting that the project supports long-term goals for growth, improved learning environments, and modern facilities that match the district’s expanding academic and arts programs.

What’s Next

Once the steel skeleton is erected, crews will shift toward:

• Framing interior classroom wings
• Enclosing the outer walls
• Advancing detailed work on student areas and specialty learning spaces

The district is expected to provide ongoing construction updates as the project advances into the new year.

Originally reported by Nick McCauley in News on 6.