Project Information

Paschal Sherman Indian School
Omak, Washington
Project Value: $16.5 Million
Date Awarded: April 2001
Date Completed: December 2004
Architect: ALSC Architects
Client Reference:
Colville Confederated Tribes
Virgil Marchand
509.634.2200
Combining the cultural heritage of 12 Native American Tribes, the Paschal Sherman Indian School in Omak, Washington,
provides an educational facility and dormitory for the Colville Confederated Tribes. Garco along with ALSC Architects
designed and constructed the 100,000 SF complex which houses students from kindergarten thru the 9th grade. Nestled
in the hills near Lake Omak in central Washington, the architectural design draws upon the forms of indigenous
structures and the natural environment.
The two-story Cultural Center is the heart of the facility, featuring a terrazzo entrance and salmon solar clock surrounded
by a glass wall and skylight. The salmon clock is formed by metal salmon spiraling to the sky and reflects shadows on
the adjacent wall. Throughout the day the shadow will have characteristics of a coyote; the salmon and coyote are of
primary importance culturally to the Tribes. The facility provides administrative areas, classrooms, a wood shop, science
lab, gymnasium and a stage. The facility also includes a 21,000 SF dormitory designed to accommodate up to 100
students year around.
The exterior of the building integrates natural materials and a muted color palette through the use of stone, wood and
native vegetation throughout the landscape. The 40 acre site was developed to include soccer, baseball, softball and
football playfields and an athletic track.
Awards:
Polished Apple Award from CEFPI Chapter – 2007
Design Citation from the American Institute of Architects – 2006
Best Special Project from Northwest Construction – 2005
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Paschal Sherman Indian School
Omak, Washington
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4114 E Broadway Ave • Spokane, WA 99202
P. 509.535.4688