After more than three years of construction, the completion of work at 201 Kinkaid Drive signals not just an ending but the beginning of a new legacy for Kinkaid.
According to the Kinkaid website, the school is nearing the end of Phase 3 of its All In Campaign. This phase includes the former Temporary Upper School building, which has been repurposed for expanded Lower School classrooms, a new admissions suite and consolidated administrative offices. The Student Life building has also undergone major renovations, along with the Middle School, Sarofim Dining and Learning Center and Melcher Gymnasium.
With Phase 3 coming to fruition, school leaders say the project represents more than physical changes to the campus; it reflects a long-term investment in Kinkaid’s mission and community.
“It has been a real pleasure to help turn the school’s dreams into a reality,” former Director of Advancement Tom Moore said. “The community’s gifts are creating a legacy not just for today’s students, but for generations to come.”
While all students are already reaping some of the benefits of the campaign, student-athletes specifically have expressed particular enthusiasm for the completion of the project and the new athletic spaces it provides.
“Being closer to the gym instead of walking back and forth from the athletic villages creates more convenience, and the locker rooms can foster a stronger sense of team,” junior varsity basketball player Ma’Ryiah Alfred said.
As the campaign concludes alongside his retirement, Mr. Moore described the project as the capstone of his career.
“This is personally and professionally satisfying for me,” he said. “My son attended Kinkaid, my wife taught here, and I’ve been here for 25 years. This means a lot to me.”
Reflecting on his time at the school, Moore highlighted the uniqueness of the Kinkaid environment.
“It’s remarkable to watch students grow from pre-K through 12th grade,” Moore said. “There is a strong sense of community here, with people who are dedicated to making the school better every single day.”
He added that students now have unprecedented opportunities.
