Ohio Department of Administrative Services’ Post

Exciting news in the education sector! Mary Scott Nabers' insightful article "How $122 Billion in School Funding Is Fueling Nationwide Construction" delves into the colossal $122 billion funding appropriated by Congress for school projects through the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief program. This significant investment, with a deadline of September 30, 2024 for obligation and a final spending deadline of January 2025, signals a transformative era for educational infrastructure. Nabers' article outlines the nationwide impact of this funding. It's revitalizing our schools, with projects ranging from major construction projects to extensive renovations. The reality of aging school buildings and temporary classrooms has led to this unprecedented financial commitment, marking a pivotal moment in educational history. The article highlights various exciting initiatives, from the extensive renovation of Agawam's high school in Massachusetts to new constructions in Macon County, North Carolina, and Hopkinton, Massachusetts. These projects illustrate the dynamic collaboration between federal funding and local community efforts. If you're invested in the future of our educational facilities, whether as a parent, educator, or community member, this article provides great information and insight. Read now and be a part of the conversation shaping our schools' futures. https://lnkd.in/eaASQ_R9  #EducationFunding #SchoolConstruction

"A Virginia legislative commission estimated it'd cost about $25 billion to replace or rebuild all of the failing K-12 buildings across the state." "But state grant funding for school construction in the recently passed state budget is less than one-fifth of what it was during the previous biennium: $160 million compared to $850 million. " This article takes an in-depth look at the history and current context of school construction in Virginia. https://lnkd.in/e8W4QY-S

While 880,000 school students have already commenced the 2024 school year, not all families may be aware that the infrastructure which makes their education possible was planned years in advance! 🧱 The State Infrastructure Strategy highlights that successful education and training infrastructure encompasses population growth, flexible design, integrated community hubs, fit-for purpose facilities and sustainable buildings. 🚸 The Queensland Department of Education currently has plans for 12 new schools, plus four school expansion projects, to meet the needs of our growing state. 📈 What educational infrastructure has caught your attention in Queensland? 👁️🗨️ #GrowingQLD #StateInfrastuctureStrategy #BacktoSchool

Is Richmond's School Expansion a Quick Fix or a Long-Term Solution? R.C. Talmey Elementary in Richmond is responding to a surge in enrolment by adding six modular classrooms, costing a total of $9 million, as outlined in the 2024/2025 Five-Year Capital Plan. Each unit, costing $1.5 million, aims to accommodate around 150 additional students and is expected to be operational within a year. This initiative, endorsed by the Ministry of Education and Child Care, seeks to address immediate space needs, despite being described by Trustee Donna Sargent as a temporary solution amidst calls for more substantial infrastructure in the city center. Last year, Richmond schools saw an unexpected rise in student numbers, totaling 21,916, surpassing projections by 671. This increase prompted a $16.5 million investment from the province to add 11 more classrooms across other local schools, emphasizing the district's rapid growth and urgent educational demands. What are your thoughts on using modular classrooms to manage rapid enrolment increases? Could this be a sustainable approach, or should we push for more permanent solutions? Share your views below! I believe we need to look into our densification plan, zoning codes and see how we can better accommodate all these new students. especially with better technologies, maybe we could find a solution that will bring more value to everyone in Richmond. #RichmondBC #EducationDevelopment #SchoolExpansion #REALTOR

HISD: There have been comments about the upcoming HISD Bond proposal related to School Closures. I thought I might share the facts: There are no school closures. There are fifteen campuses that will be rebuilt and co-located, NOT closed, on 7 campuses. This is out of close to 280 campuses district-wide, and is driven by a need for significant repairs where new-builds make sense, the ability to co-locate and save district funds where two schools need to be rebuilt (Fleming MS + Isaacs ES are .3 miles apart and each has low enrollment). Here is what the District’s Community Advisory Committee said: “In the seven recommended co-locations, the combination of facility condition and utilization were substantial factors in making the recommendation – meaning the district has identified opportunities to co-locate schools where existing buildings needed significant work, and where utilization is low. Fifteen schools are included among the seven proposed co-locations being considered in this bond” This seems like a reasonable approach to the allocation of constrained resources and a good use of capital for the district. The specifics are laid-out in the Prospective Bond Board Workshop slides 45-53, dated June 27, 2024

🚨 TRANSPORTATION UPDATE: 🚨 We are informing you about a change in high school transportation scheduled for Thursday, August 22, 2024. 📆 Due to the regular dismissal times at our elementary and junior high schools and minimum day schedules at our high schools for High School Back to School Night, transportation for grades 9-12 will occur later than the dismissal time. 🕐 🚌 Important Details: High School Dismissal Time: 2:17 p.m. (minimum day schedule) Bus Availability: 3:29 p.m. (regular dismissal time) While high school students will be dismissed at 2:17 p.m., buses will not be available until 3:29 p.m. on Thursday, August 22. Public transportation is an option for students who do not want to wait or who do not have alternative options: Stanislaus Regional Transit Authority (StanRTA “MAX” buses): Free for all students. Bus Schedule: StanRTA Routes & Schedules. 🚏 🚍 ⚠️ Please note: All MCS high schools will dismiss at 2:17 p.m. on Thursday, August 22. School buses for high school students will operate at the regular dismissal time of 3:29 p.m. Elementary and junior high school dismissal times and bussing will remain unaffected. ✅ We apologize for the inconvenience on Thursday, August 22, and thank you for your cooperation in ensuring all students get home safely. #mcs4kids

This is an excellent overview of how we get new schools and additions in Surrey, from determining what we need to opening the doors of the completed projects and how they are funded. A recommended short 3 min read. https://lnkd.in/gBA2uPNw

In this video, we explore a growing trend among American school districts: transforming unused district land into affordable housing for teachers. Starting with Hendry School District in Florida, we delve into the reasons behind this movement, including the rising cost of living, teacher shortages, and the complexities of education funding. We'll discuss the pros and cons of these housing initiatives, from the financial logistics and the impact on teacher retention to the potential challenges of living near coworkers and students. We'll also examine how public education is funded in America, the role of school bonds, and why districts might prefer building housing over increasing salaries. Join us as we unpack this innovative yet controversial solution to the teacher housing crisis and explore whether it’s a viable long-term strategy.

Growth across our region seems to have two effects, it can cause planners to rejoice or give pause for concerns about the cost and needs. In Cabarrus County, school officials have seen that growth coming over the past decade, and have been preparing for it and the changes that come with increasing numbers. We explain how it’s going to take a county-wide plan to meet those burgeoning needs. Concord's Growth | Carolina Impact. Tuesday, March 26th @ 8 PM. #publicschool #PublicSchools #cabarruscountyschools #cms