Four Elements of a Facilities Plan

  • We often use the analogy of a four-legged stool in which the seat represents the facilities, and that seat is supported by four legs of equal importance. The legs include:

    • Educational Framework: Curriculum, Programs, Delivery Models, and Policy
    • Demographics: Enrollment and the data that impact enrollment
    • Condition: Physical Condition and Educational Suitability
    • Funding: Ability to fund and sources of funding

    Though one of the legs of the stool often necessitates the call for a plan, each of these legs carries an equal amount of importance when developing a facilities master plan. Add the element of community and stakeholder involvement that reflects the culture and values of Atlanta Public Schools and that sets the foundation for a successful planning process.

About the Task Force

  • The Facilities Master Plan Community Task Force was assembled to provide valuable input and help shape the future of APS facilities. To ensure comprehensive representation from APS parents, staff, and community members, the task force includes the following: School Representatives (from GO Teams) and Community Representatives (selected by the Atlanta Board of Education).

    The intent of this process is to create a comprehensive facilities plan. The facilities plan not only identifies actionable items but sets a vision for the future portfolio of facilities needed to accommodate trends in enrollment/demographics and academic programming and delivery models.

Let's Talk

  • Your specific question or comment will be routed to the appropriate APS staff member, who will follow up with you in a timely fashion. Available 24/7 from your phone, computer, or tablet.

    Let's Talk Form

  • Board of education updates

    Board of Education Updates

    Planning Framework

    May 5, 2025 Board Meeting

    Process Update

    August 11, 2025 Board Meeting

    Scenarios Go Public

    Week of August 18

    First Read

    November Board Meeting

    Second Reading

    December Board Meeting

    *Recording Posted to Website after the meeting is adjourned.

    **Additional Meetings may be added or considered as needed.

  • Community task force

    Community Task Force

    Options Review

    August 5, 2025 - 6:00 PM

    Recommendation

    Oct 9, 2025, 6:00 PM

  • Community Outreach Meetings

    We'll Come to YOU!

    Wednesday, September 3, 2025 @ 6:00 p.m.
    Jean Childs Young Middle School
    3116 Benjamin E Mays Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30311

    Thursday, September 4, 2025 @ 6:00 p.m.
    K-5 Dual Campus Engagement Opportunity
    Morris Brandon Elementary Main Campus
    2741 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30327

    Wednesday, September 10, 2025 @ 6:30 p.m.
    Over-Utilized High Schools Engagement Opportunity
    Midtown High School Auditorium
    929 Charles Allen Dr. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

  • Public Meetings

    Public Meetings

    Future Virtual Meetings

    October 20, 2025 - 12:00 PM
    Attend via Zoom

    November 10, 2025 - 12:00 PM
    Attend via Zoom


    Regional Virtual Meetings

    September 8, 2025

    Jackson, Carver, & South Atlanta Clusters
    5:00-6:30 PM

    Register for the Zoom Meeting

    Washington & Midtown Clusters
    7:00-8:30 PM

    Register for the Zoom Meeting

    September 9, 2025

    Douglass & North Atlanta Clusters
    5:00-6:30 PM

    Register for the Zoom Meeting

    Mays & Therrell Clusters
    7:00-8:30 PM

    Register for the Zoom Meeting

    *Recording Posted to Website after the meeting is adjourned.

    **Additional Meetings may be added or considered as needed.


    In-Person

    Center for Learning and Leadership (CLL)
    130 Trinity Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30303

    October 20, 2025 - 6:00 PM
    November 10, 2025 - 6:00 PM

    *Dates, times, and locations are subject to change.

    *Online surveys will also be available to provide feedback