The additions and renovations to the School District of Clayton’s athletic facilities represent the next major step towards elevating the school’s facilities to align with the the district’s reputation for academic and athletic excellence. Improvements at the Gay Field athletics building are centered around the modernization of locker rooms, coaching and support facilities, and storage, providing increased capacity for additional athletics programs. Large canopy structures welcome arriving spectators. A split grandstand configuration, capable of accommodating up to 1,500 spectators, promotes ease of circulation among points of entry, concessions, restroom amenities.
Adzick Field features the addition of masonry dugout structures, secure storage areas, restroom facilities, additional storage space, and an elevated press box. Both Shaw Park Softball Field #5 and Wydown Middle School’s recreational field will include synthetic turf, providing improved durability and ease of maintenance for custodial staff.
Improvements include the addition of a two-lane perimeter walking track, permanent shade structures along both sidelines, new portable team bench shelter structures, and partial replacement of the ornamental perimeter fencing. These improvements reflect the School District of Clayton’s commitment to providing the greater Clayton community with a legacy of safe, accessible, functional, and beautiful facilities.
The turf at Gay Field had reached the end of its usable life, and the field house, press box, stands and parking areas no longer adequately support the many student-athletes, teams and events that rely on the facility.
After the passing of a $135 million bond referendum, the district can proceed with upgrades to Clayton High School’s athletic campus to improve safety, accessibility and community use.
This renovation and new addition project turned into an opportunity to not only unify an outdated and disconnected school building, but also bring unification to a student body and community.
Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School District #307 is embarking on a transformative $70 million facility improvement plan, made possible through a $62 million voter-approved referendum and an $8 million commitment from the District. This ambitious three-year initiative is scheduled for completion by Fall 2028.
In 2021, voters approved a $35 million dollar referendum, called, “Safe Schools, Safe Kids.” Bierbaum required building additions and interior modifications to accommodate their increasing enrollment, and enhance safety and security measures.