Renovated Miwok Valley Language Academy opens for students

Students started school at the newly renovated Miwok Valley Language Academy on Wednesday, Aug. 17, a project that was completed by full-service San Francisco Bay area commercial construction company Alten Construction (AltenConstruction.com), Quattrocchi Kwok Architects and Greystone West Company.

The fast-tracked project began when the school year ended in June, and the entire modernization was completed in only 75 days. Renovation of five 1972 campus buildings totaling 31,456 square feet included 15 classrooms and six bathrooms.

The remodel incorporated new roofing, windows, heating, cooling and technology. Alten Construction worked with heating and air-conditioning subcontractor Bell Products and electrical subcontractor R. McClure Electric. Finishes were also modernized throughout the school, from wall coverings and carpet to doors and cabinets.

“We’ve been working 12-hour days, seven days a week since June,” said Alten Construction Vice President of Operations Andrew Nortz. “Walking away from this remodel, there’s just such a dramatic difference. It’s night and day from when we got here. This campus looks amazing.”

Miwok Valley Language Academy, which is part of the Old Adobe Union School District, was named a California Distinguished School in 1992. The school has a world languages focus and is an EL Education Partner School, an educational division of Outward Bound.

“The transformation of the physical structure of Miwok Valley reflects the transformative work that teachers and students engage in throughout the year,” said Brett Wilson, principal of Miwok Valley. “We are excited about the new campus and are ready to fill it with the spirit of our Miwok community.”

Over 370 students from transitional kindergarten through sixth grade will attend school at the modernized Miwok Valley this year.

“The new space honors the hard work and commitment of our teachers, students and families,” said Wilson. “They are well-deserving of a beautiful, environmentally friendly place in which to learn.”

Miwok Valley Language Academy staff and teachers will hold an open house to the public on Tuesday, Aug. 30 at from 5:15 - 7 p.m.

About Alten Construction

Founded by Bob and Shannon Alten in 1995, Alten Construction not only offers a full range of commercial construction services but is also a licensed builder, with its own shop, carpenters and construction laborers. Alten Construction serves public and private clients throughout the San Francisco Bay area with a personal touch.

Over the past 20 years, Alten Construction has grown from a small public works company to employing more than 100 people with annual revenues of over $75 million. From tenant improvements to historic buildings to fire stations and schools, the company’s experience is extensive, and it completes superior and high-quality projects with leadership demonstrated at all stages of a project.

Alten Construction is committed to green building practices, and the firm has LEED Accredited Professionals on staff. Dedicated to the community, Alten Construction partners with small, local businesses and develops construction professionals through its internship opportunities and in-house training. Bob Alten is currently the vice president of the Construction Employees’ Association. The commercial construction firm is also affiliated with Marin Builders Association and the North Coast Builders Exchange. For more information, visit www.AltenConstruction.com or call 510-234-4200.