Technology

SPLOST IV will enhance the use of technology for student learning with:

  • Wireless, mobile learning devices for use in schools
  • Updated video and audio recording tools
  • Improved and expanded distance learning for students
  • Virtual space for digital student work, such as publications, presentations, video and audio
  • Contemporary communication and collaboration tools
  • Interactive classroom websites with curriculum resources and assignments
  • Updated equipment for technology and career-oriented classes
  • Online student assessment allowing immediate results
  • Regularly updated laptop computers for teachers
  • Digital projectors which act as interactive whiteboards on any surface
  • Classroom tools for student engagement such as student response devices
  • Teacher/Student communication and collaboration tools, accessible anytime, anywhere
  • Online professional learning resources for staff, saving money in travel time and substitute teachers

New Schools

The following schools will be constructed to provide classroom space based upon current or projected overcrowding, or to replace existing facilities which are deemed not to be economically viable to renovate due to age and other physical restrictions:

  • New Elementary School – North Fulton
  • New Elementary School – South Fulton #1
  • New Elementary School – South Fulton #2
  • New Elementary School (Replacement - Esther Jackson ES)
  • New Elementary School (Replacement - Heards Ferry ES)
  • New Elementary School (Replacement - Gullatt ES)
  • New South Fulton Elementary School (Replacement – East Point/College Park Area)
  • New South Fulton Elementary School (Replacement TBD South)
  • New Middle School (Replacement- McNair MS)

*New school or equivalent classroom capacity

Renovations/Modifications of Existing Schools and Support Facilities

Renovations include modifying, reconfiguring, consolidating, equipping, upgrading and replacing, including any necessary site preparation, of existing buildings used for schools, special programs and administrative support.

A Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) was conducted on all facilities occupied by Fulton County Schools to identify deficiencies and systems’ replacement needs anticipated in the near future. A Master Plan utilizing the combination of the facility condition, educational adequacy and technology readiness assessments was used to produce a priority list scoring of schools from 1 to 4, with 1 being the most in need of replacement or improvement. In conjunction with this priority scoring system, facilities’ deficiencies were categorized into eight assembly codes based upon the impact upon safety and educational needs. Projects will be developed to address these deficiencies and systems’ replacements in the following categories:

1. Life Safety/Security
2. Structure/Envelope/Mechanical
3. Plumbing/Electrical/Elevators/Utilities
4. Site Improvements
5. Interior Finishes
6. Equipment & Furnishings
7. Athletic Improvements
8. Landscaping

Classroom Additions

The following additions will be constructed at these schools due to projected growth, deficiencies in the educational adequacy, and/or expansion of instruction programs:

  • Riverwood High School
  • Taylor Road Middle School
  • Sandy Springs Middle School
  • Autrey Mill Middle
  • Elkins Point Middle or Crabapple Middle
  • Hopewell Middle
  • Career and Technical Education Addition – Banneker High
  • Career and Technical Education Addition – Bethany Bend High

Furniture and Equipment

  • The purchase and installation to enhance and/or refresh furniture and equipment located at existing schools.
  • Provide age appropriate playground equipment, safety surfacing material and drainage systems for selected elementary schools.

Safety and Security

The following equipment will be purchased for the safety and security of students, employees and visitors:

  • Visitor Identification System
  • Public Safety Interoperability Repeaters
  • Automated External Defibrillators
  • Digital Video Upgrade
  • Front Office/Building Access Security

Transportation

Vehicles and equipment required to be purchased for the following areas:

  • School Bus Replacement
  • Support Fleet Replacement
  • Bus Monitoring System

Debt Services

Retirement of outstanding general operating debt and the payment on other construction bonds.

Anticipated Expenditures

Technology

$174,630,705

New and Replacement Schools

$246.960,474

Renovations/Modifications

$203,967,829

Classroom Additions

$60,142,875

Furniture and Equipment

$14,725,000

Safety and Security

$3,240,000

Transportation

$35,420,000

Debt Services/Interest

$69,261,329

Capital Operating Costs/PM Fees

$22,437,225

Program Reserve

$10,688,076

Total

$841,473,513

 


CONTACT INFORMATION:


Department of Capital Improvements


The Meadows Operations Center
5270 Northfield Boulevard
College Park, Georgia 30349


Michael Wilbourne
Director of Capital Improvements
WilbourneM@fultonschools.org

Phone: (404) 305 -2228