1703 North Beauregard Swing Space
The Office of Capital Programs, Planning and Design presented the feasibility study for the modernization of Cora Kelly and George Mason to the School Board. The School Board confirmed swing space is the best option for these projects, and approved the purchase of the office building at 1703 N. Beauregard for this purpose. Much like Ferdinand T. Day, the 1703 building is an office building that will be converted to a school.
The Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) Capital Programs, Planning, and Design team invites you to join us for a virtual community meeting on Mon., June 9, 2025. This meeting is an opportunity to receive updates on the interior and exterior design, DSUP approval and construction timeline.
Date: Monday, June 9, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Online (Join Here)
Representatives from ACPS and VMDO Architects will be available to answer questions submitted during the meeting.
Language Support: Interpreters in Spanish, Amharic, Dari, and Arabic will be available during the webinar.
If you're unable to attend, the presentation will be accessible online afterward, and all feedback will be shared with the appropriate staff and decision-makers. We encourage you to send your feedback to Arte’a Funderburk, CIP Communications Specialist, at artea.funderburk@acps.k12.va.us.
Construction Update
Finishing touches throughout the building are now complete. The kitchen servery has been finished and successfully passed inspection by the Department of Health. Work on the penthouse is 90% complete, with only the flooring left to install. The nature playground is finished, and fencing installation is currently underway. Construction of the stair tower addition is ongoing. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system has been fully installed and is operational. Modern playground equipment has been set up, and all storm drains have been installed.
Contractor Award
Gilbane Building Company has been awarded a contract to undertake the renovation of our previously purchased office space located at 1703 N. Beauregard St. Interior demolition activities may start as early as this week. Currently, Gilbane Building Company is leading the Minnie Howard Redevelopment project construction efforts. As a leading K-12 construction firm, they have a proven track record of delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget, making them a trusted choice for ACPS.
Updates
April 29, 2025- The Office of Capital Programs, Planning & Design provided an update on the project timeline and construction progress.
November 15, 2024- The Office of Capital Programs, Planning & Design provided an update on the swing space to the George Mason Elementary PTA.
January 22, 2024
May 31, 2023
Dec. 5, 2022
Nov. 11, 2022
June 3, 2021
2025-26 School Year Information
In preparation for the upcoming school year, please review important updates below regarding out-of-school-time programming.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What is Swing Space?
- Why did ACPS choose to recommend the use of Swing Space?
- Will transportation be provided for students?
- What is the expected cost of the renovation of the 1703 building?
What is Swing Space?
Why did ACPS choose to recommend the use of Swing Space?
Will transportation be provided for students?
What is the expected cost of the renovation of the 1703 building?
Project Timeline
