Pre-Design & Programming of CTE Facilities

After bringing an award-winning state-of-the-art technical high school to one of the poorest counties in Maryland, Somerset County Superintendent Dr. John Gaddis understands the intricacies of a capital project. Hear from Becker Morgan Group Principal and educational expert Brad Hastings, AIA, and Dr. John Gaddis as they discuss the pre-design and programming building blocks for a career and technology facility.

Feasibility Study: A feasibility study will uncover your school district’s current and future needs through a series of investigations. It will consider the conditions of the existing facilities, cost of possible solutions, evolving space needs, emerging teaching practices, and population growth. Once complete, the feasibility study will provide a recommendation to set the stage for your capital project.

Community Participation: It is essential to maintain transparency throughout the planning and design phases of the project. Communicating goals and progress while asking for input from the public fosters buy-in and builds excitement for the community asset.

Budget & Schedule: It is essential to clearly understand the budget and schedule at the onset of any capital project. From there, your design team will help you balance your wants and needs, finding ways to maximize each and deliver the most valuable solution for your district.