Humble ISD to unveil 'America the Beautiful' playground at Bear Branch Elementary

Humble ISD officials will celebrate the opening of a new “America the Beautiful”-themed playground at Bear Branch Elementary, with a dedication ceremony May 5 at 5:30 p.m.

The details

According to an April 23 news release, the playground is designed for children ages 5-12 and includes the following features:

• A military flyover depiction
• A double zipline
• A multitower play structure
• A shining sea sensory dome
• Multiple swings

The playground was designed and installed by KOMPAN, per the release.

Some context

The new playground is coming as part of the district’s ongoing campus playground revitalization initiative, which was included in the district's $775 million bond package approved by voters in 2022. Officials noted HISD playgrounds are open to the public when school is not in session.

• Opening May 5
• 3500 Garden Lake Drive, Kingwood
• www.humbleisd.net/o/bbe