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Alexandria's Schools Face Crisis: Overcrowded Middle Schools and Aging Buildings

Middle schools are packed, and some elementary buildings are nearly a century old. Now, city and school officials are updating the long-range plan to address these urgent concerns.

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In this image I can see a poster which has so many buildings and text highlighted on it.
In this image I can see a poster which has so many buildings and text highlighted on it.

Alexandria's Schools Face Crisis: Overcrowded Middle Schools and Aging Buildings

Alexandria's school system is facing critical space issues, with middle schools overcrowded and some elementary buildings nearing a century old. Despite a 2015 plan recommending a new school, it remains unbuilt. Now, city and school officials have agreed to update the long-range school facilities plan, aiming to address these pressing concerns.

The 2015 plan suggested constructing a new school but, a decade later, it remains unfulfilled. The reasons behind this delay are unclear, as no public information is available on the responsible parties, timeline, or local circumstances. Officials are now exploring creative solutions, including co-locating different school levels on the same property. The updated plan will integrate city and school planning more closely than before, examining how small area plans throughout the city can accommodate school sites.

Schools are currently operating at over 120% capacity, and some elementary buildings are nearly 90 years old, presenting urgent concerns. Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) will present information about school capacity and land acquisition options to the School Board in October. The plan will guide school construction and renovation decisions for the next 10 to 15 years, ensuring that the city's school facilities meet the needs of its students.

The updated long-range school facilities plan aims to address Alexandria's critical school space issues, including overcrowded schools and aging elementary buildings. By integrating city and school planning more closely, officials hope to execute long-range plans effectively, learning from challenges faced in the past, such as the stalled school project.

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