EDUCATION

De Anza College's PE Complex Gets a Big Upgrade

USA, CupertinoWed Jul 09 2025

De Anza College is finally giving its old physical education complex a much-needed makeover. The plan? A $53 million renovation that's been in the works for years. The state is footing most of the bill, covering 75% of the cost, while the rest comes from the district's savings and bond funds.

The Current State of the Complex

The complex, built back in 1967, has some serious issues:

  • Seismic safety concerns
  • Accessibility problems
  • Hazardous materials
  • Outdated building codes

The renovation will tackle all of these and more. It will cover a huge area, including spaces for:

  • Physical education
  • Lectures
  • Offices

The pool area, though, will stay as is.

What's New?

But it's not just about fixing what's broken. The upgrade will also bring in new tech:

  • Multimedia for hybrid classes
  • Automated equipment for training
  • Emergency systems like:
  • Lighting
  • Lockdowns
  • Fire alarms

Timeline and Planning

Construction won't start until 2027 and will take about two years. Before that, the project team will meet with stakeholders to get input on what's needed. The goal? To make the complex safer, more modern, and ready for the future.

questions

    Could the extensive renovation be a cover for a secret underground facility being built beneath the physical education complex?
    How will the renovation project balance the need for modern upgrades with the preservation of historical aspects of the original complex?
    How will the district ensure that the expanded instructional space effectively reduces physical education enrollment waitlists?

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