The District Facilities Guide
Practical guidance for planning, funding, prioritizing, and delivering school facility improvements.
Clear information. Real-world experience. Better-informed decisions.
- Planning 7 min read
What Is a Facilities Master Plan, and Why Does Your District Need One?
A facilities master plan connects the condition of your buildings to your educational program, enrollment and budget. Done well, it becomes the roadmap for every capital decision that follows.
- Assessment 6 min read
Understanding FCI and Facilities Condition Assessments
The Facility Condition Index turns a detailed condition assessment into a single, comparable number. It is a useful planning shorthand, as long as you know what it does and does not tell you.
- Funding 8 min read
Prop 2 and the California School Facility Program: What Districts Should Know
Proposition 2 brought new state bond funding for school facilities and new planning expectations with it. Here is a practical overview of how the School Facility Program works and how to prepare.
- Funding 7 min read
Preparing for a School Bond: A Readiness Checklist for District Leaders
A bond measure is only as strong as the planning behind it. This guide walks through the foundations districts should have in place before a board considers placing a measure on the ballot.
- Delivery 8 min read
Owner-Side Program Management: Who Protects the District’s Interests?
Every consultant on a school construction project has a job to do, but only one role is dedicated solely to the district’s interests. This guide explains what owner-side program and project management covers and why it matters.
- Technology 7 min read
Drone Data for School Facilities: What It’s Good For and How to Use It Well
Drones can give facilities teams a faster, safer and more complete view of roofs, sites and construction. This guide covers practical uses, safety and privacy on occupied campuses, and how imagery can keep a facilities plan current.
- Planning 8 min read
Building a Defensible Project List: Prioritizing Capital Needs with Clear Criteria
Every district has more needs than money. A defensible project list uses documented, weighted criteria so decisions can be explained, trusted and updated as conditions change.
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