The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed project at the January 15, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical School District
Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: PMA Consultants, LLC.
Designer: HMFH Architects, Inc.

The Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical School District (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School with a new facility serving students grades 9-12 on the existing site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation of the District’s Educational Program and the updates made since the original submission; distribution of special education spaces and DESE review process; the importance of professional development and adequate dedicated time for collaboration between vocational and academic teachers; number and location of proposed lavatories; proposed second floor location of Art and other programs with proximity to first floor performance/display areas and appropriate floor-to-floor access; appreciation for the relationship between the indoor and outdoor spaces; intention to maintain the nature and rural character of the site; benefits of touring completed facilities for insight and lessons learned as it relates to cafeteria acoustics; opportunities to engage with other vocational schools to understand how students have been involved in various aspects of the projects; using the Educational Program as a resource for community outreach; sustainability and storm water management considerations; and, interdisciplinary opportunities for student involvement during the design and construction process such as creation of a portfolio.

Town of Lexington
Lexington High School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Dore & Whittier Management Partners, Inc.
Designer: Symmes Maini & McKee Associates, Inc.

The Town of Lexington (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design for an addition and renovation of the existing Lexington High School on the existing site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation of the District’s educational program; inclusion of the LABBB collaborative; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE review process; current and future projected enrollment and resulting considerations for the proposed project as it relates to building utilization, capacity of core spaces and accommodating potential fluctuations in enrollment; proximity of the proposed building to the existing high school and associated constructability and safety considerations; proposed expansion and renovation of the high school’s existing fieldhouse in addition to construction of a new gymnasium; design intention and connectivity between floors; interior circulation and the experience of students while progressing through the building and across connecting bridges; the character and function of the multiple building entrances; the facade of the building and potential exterior material choices; building massing, geometry and refinement of the overall footprint including relationship to the existing field house; opportunities for continued student and faculty feedback and involvement as the design progresses; proposed use, programming, and further design of the Commons space including its capacity to serve as the cafeteria and accommodate enrollment fluctuations; sustainable design considerations including incorporation of geothermal wells and photovoltaic arrays; maintenance considerations associated with the proposed third floor courtyard; intended use of the third-floor courtyard and correlated program in the educational plan; estimated project costs and associated cost drivers; past, present, and future community outreach and engagement; and, the overall complexity of the proposed project and potential benefits for the District of additional time within Feasibility Study for further refinement of the Preferred Schematic design.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the January 29, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Berkshire Hills Regional School District
Monument Mountain Regional High School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Skanska USA Building, Inc.
Designer: DiNisco Design, Inc. 

The Berkshire Hills Regional School District (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Monument Mountain Regional High School with a new facility serving students in grades 9-12 on the site of the existing school. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation of the District’s Educational Program and how it has informed the design; importance of continued input from educators, administrators and other staff as the design develops; opportunity to create more unique inquiry-based learning opportunities for second semester seniors; suggestion to incorporate biosafety cabinets in Science classrooms, if applicable; current and proposed Chapter 74 programs; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE review process; construction delivery method and schedule; opportunities to engage students in CVTE programs in design and construction process; opportunities to further develop and improve site circulation; consideration of the logistics of maintaining the existing high school facility during construction; site topography and associated constraints; the view of the building from the street and upon approach; building massing and orientation; parking locations; consideration of aesthetic features of the building; interior circulation and indoor/outdoor connections, and, the importance of community outreach and support for the proposed project.

Town of Littleton
Shaker Lane Elementary School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Turner and Townsend Heery, LLC
Designer: Studio G Architects, Inc.

The Town of Littleton (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Shaker Lane Elementary School with a new facility on the existing site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: project schedule and construction delivery method considerations; further development of circulation flow; the importance of sustainability and status of conversations the District and project team are engaged in to review potential options; appreciation for the District’s Educational Program; distribution of special education spaces and DESE review process; intended use of the proposed den areas, imagitorium and creation station; interior space considerations for improving efficiencies; staffing for Kindergarten classes, the media center and creation station; appreciation of the thoughtful design, massing and building geometry with potential to consider simplification of the exterior forms; consideration of a potential canopy for sheltered access to the building; student drop-off procedures, site circulation and location of the proposed emergency access lane in relation to the proposed parking areas; and, clarification of the proposed control points and associated interior circulation including life safety and security considerations.

The following district presented on the progress of their proposed project at the March 12, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

District: Town of Millis School District
Millis Middle/High School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: The Vertex Companies, LLC.
Designer: Tappe Architects, Inc.

The Town of Millis (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design for an addition and renovation project at the Millis/Middle High School. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation of the District’s Educational Program and how it has informed the design; distribution of special education spaces and DESE review process; importance of monitoring costs as the project progresses; clarification of the hierarchy of building entrances and proposed use of the visitor and public entries; exterior character and view of the proposed building upon approach; opportunity to further define an interior gathering space for students at the high school entrance; indoor/outdoor connections and courtyard access for adjacent programs including art and science; constraints associated with renovation of the existing building; designing spaces for maximum flexibility; community outreach and support; proposed areas for potential future building expansion; courtyard landscaping and maintenance considerations; opportunities to enhance the building envelope; and future selection of a construction delivery method.

The following district presented on the progress of their proposed project at the March 26, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Town of Lexington School District
Lexington High School
Current Phase: Schematic Design

Owner’s Project Manager: Dore & Whittier Management Partners, Inc.
Designer: Symmes Maini & McKee Associates, Inc.

The Town of Lexington (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an update on the District’s preferred solution for an addition and renovation project at the Lexington High School, serving grades 9–12, proposing a new building on the site of the existing school while maintaining the existing field house with an addition and renovation. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: further development of the overall building design and layout, including the proposed Commons, since submittal of the Preferred Schematic; location of the proposed science labs and opportunities to integrate science instruction with other disciplines; integration of educational programming and architectural considerations; site and building circulation, including pathways between wings of the proposed building during lunch seatings; access and use as well as maintenance and resiliency considerations for the proposed third-floor courtyard; and clarification of public/private separation and associated safety and security considerations.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the May 14, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

District: Town of Dracut
School: Joseph A. Campbell Elementary School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Liro-Hill Corp.
Designer: Mount Vernon Group Architects, Inc. 

The Town of Dracut (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to consolidate the student population of the existing Joseph A. Campbell Elementary School and Greenmont Avenue Elementary School, and construct a new facility serving Kindergarten through grade 5, plus Pre-kindergarten, on the site of the existing Joseph A. Campbell School. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: the importance of professional development for staff in preparation for the transition to a new facility and opportunities for faculty feedback and engagement as the design progresses; considerations associated with the proposed consolidation of elementary schools including maintaining small neighborhood scale, sharing resources and school culture; suggestions for incorporating the cultures of the District’s growing English Learner population into art and music curricula; clarification of media center staff responsibilities; appreciation for the District’s Educational Program; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE review process; appreciation of the simple and efficient building layout; site constraints, topography and building orientation; opportunities to further refine the site plan and proposed indoor/outdoor connections as the design progresses; and, interior connections and transparency in the proposed academic neighborhoods.

District: Town of East Bridgewater
School: Central Elementary School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Leftfield, LLC
Designer: Raymond Design Associates, Inc. 

The Town of East Bridgewater (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Central Elementary School with a new facility serving Kindergarten through grade 2, plus Pre-Kindergarten, on the existing site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation for the District’s Educational Program and its detailed description of professional development activities and curriculum development; distribution of Special Education spaces, particularly on the proposed second floor plan, and DESE review process following Schematic Design; consideration of potential canopies for sheltered access to the building; benefits of providing a minimum of two sinks in each general classroom as well as sufficient storage to facilitate project-based learning and STE exploration; appreciation for the site plan and proposed indoor/outdoor connections as well as opportunities for further refinement as the design progresses; building massing and geometry with potential to consider simplification of the exterior form and volume; and, interior circulation, including the proposed location of stairs and the elevator, and considerations associated with how the proposed concept responds to the District’s universal design for learning principles.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the May 21, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

District: Town of North Andover
School: Kittredge Elementary School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Colliers Project Leaders NE, LLC
Designer: Machado Silvetti Associates, LLC

The Town of North Andover (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Kittredge Elementary School with a new facility serving grades 1-5 on the existing site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation of the District’s Educational Program;  distribution of Special Education spaces and the DESE review process following Schematic Design; the importance of professional development in preparation for the transition to a new facility and opportunities for faculty feedback and engagement as the design progresses; suggestion to include multilingual and multicultural programming as part of art and music offerings in lieu of a formal World Language program; consideration of a canopy for sheltered access to the building from the proposed bus drop-off area; scheduling considerations for the proposed cafetorium; interior circulation and opportunities to increase connectivity between the academic wing and art, music and the media center as the design progresses; site topography; indoor/outdoor connections and considerations associated with the location and development of the proposed outdoor play area; use of the proposed breakout spaces and benefits of providing a minimum of two sinks in each general classroom to facilitate project-based learning and STE exploration for early elementary students; an understanding of the District’s plans for which grade levels will be located on each floor and how they will access the various specialty spaces; and, an understanding of the envisioned student experience as they move through the building on a typical day.
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District: Town of West Bridgewater
School: Rose L. MacDonald Elementary School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: PMA Consultants, LLC
Designer: HMFH Architects, Inc. 

The Town of West Bridgewater (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Rose L. MacDonald Elementary School and Howard Elementary Schools and relocate Kindergarten from the Spring Street School in a new facility serving grades K-6 on the existing Rose L. MacDonald Elementary School site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation of the District’s thorough Educational Program and its inclusion of multilingual learning; review of the distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE review process; clarification of intent to include toilets in central area between the upper and lower schools; the building footprint and design considerations associated with the location of proposed play areas; bus and vehicular access and appreciation for the proposed site circulation plan; the location of the parking lot and potential opportunities to increase green space, if possible; proposed use of separate cafeterias for the upper and lower grades and associated scheduling; community use of the cafeteria after school hours; the proposed elevator; construction delivery method and phasing considerations; site topography, wetlands and associated site constraints; topography and proposed water management; and, preliminary thoughts regarding resiliency and building elevation.

The following district presented on the progress of their proposed project at the July 16, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

District: City of Salem
School: Salem High School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Accenture (formerly Anser Advisory)
Designer: Perkins + Will

The City of Salem (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Salem High School on the existing site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: size and distribution of the proposed Special Education spaces and DESE review process; opportunity to use the updated Educational Program as a resource for community outreach and engagement; importance of continued faculty and student feedback and involvement as the design progresses; suggestion to create more interdisciplinary, project-based learning opportunities for second semester seniors; appreciation for the proposed layout and flexibility of classroom neighborhoods; the Proposed Project’s relationship to the adjacent Horace Mann School, including site coordination, parking, and academic collaboration opportunities; differences in size and prominence between entries for bus and parent drop-off and associated gathering spaces for students; opportunities to further refine ground floor program and adjacencies; appreciation for the site plan and use of green space; interior connections and potential to create transparency between the gym and cafeteria; outdoor learning spaces and public access through the site; integration of CTE and early college program offerings; benefits of procuring a Construction Manager and schedule considerations associated with construction logistics and site phasing; sustainability goals and design factors for building systems: review of the District’s decision factors for selection of new construction following prior building renovations; and, the importance of an efficient design as it relates to design enrollment, program offerings, and project cost.

The following district presented on the progress of their proposed project at the July 30, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

District: Martha’s Vineyard Regional School District
School: Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: CHA Consulting, Inc.
Designer: Tappé Architects, Inc.

The Martha’s Vineyard Regional School District (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design for an addition and renovation project at the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation of the District’s Educational Program; proposed Special Education spaces as it relates to MSBA guidelines and the distribution throughout the proposed design, as well as the DESE review process following Schematic Design; the importance of professional development and associated operating costs in preparation for the transition to the updated facility and opportunities to further integrate project-based learning; suggestion to create interdisciplinary learning opportunities for second semester seniors; use of the proposed breakout spaces and flexibility of the proposed layout for both departmental and interdisciplinary approaches; suggestion to incorporate a spring floor for dance performances, if applicable; considerations associated with courtyard access and maintenance; building geometry and potential to increase efficiency in the academic wing as the design progresses; location of the automotive and carpentry shops and consideration of reversing the locations to allow easy access for vehicles; proposed location of the Culinary program space and proximity to the proposed Kitchen location; location of the proposed parking; considerations associated with the location and maintenance of HVAC equipment; sustainability goals and associated mechanical system considerations; construction delivery method; and, estimated construction costs.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the September 17, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

District: Franklin County Regional Vocational Technical School District
School: Franklin County Technical High School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Colliers Project Leaders NE, LLC
Designer: Lavallee Brensinger Architects  

The Franklin County Regional Vocational Technical School District (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design for a new grades 9-12 regional technical high school on the existing site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation of the District’s Educational Program; DESE review of the District’s Chapter 74 viability documentation and clarification of where the existing Veterinary Science and Aviation programs are located; proposed locations of Special Education spaces and the DESE review process following Schematic Design; appreciation of the simple design and massing; the proposed number of lunch seatings; considerations associated with the safe handling of hazardous materials and location of safety data sheets in associated classrooms, shops, and the main office; flexibility of the proposed Chapter 74 spaces to accommodate new technology and equipment as curricula evolve; potential opportunity for the Culinary program to share storage and infrastructure with the kitchen if appropriate; potential opportunity for science labs to share storage space and prep rooms where applicable; discussion of potential uses for rooftop space; clarification of site circulation and public access; interest in further development of geothermal energy plans; solar orientation, sustainability and resiliency considerations; the proposed use of interior glazing and opportunities to balance transparency, security and climate control; further development of the architectural design including depth of entrance awning and relationship between media center and the two-story volume of the central commons; estimated project cost; and, importance of faculty and staff feedback as the design progresses, including input from facilities staff as it relates to maintenance considerations.

District: Town of Dracut
School: Joseph A. Campbell Elementary School
Phase: Schematic Design

Owner’s Project Manager: LiRo-Hill Corp.
Designer: Mount Vernon Group Architects, Inc.  

The Town of Dracut (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an update on the District’s preferred solution of a new grades K-5 elementary school, plus Pre-K, to consolidate the student population of the existing Joseph A. Cambell Elementary School, and Greenmont Elementary School on the Joseph A. Cambell Elementary school site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: further development of the design since submission of the District’s Preferred Schematic and appreciation for improvements made to the building layout to meet the District’s needs; anticipated DESE review of the District’s Special Education submission; clarification of staffing plans for the proposed media center; and, proposed construction delivery method.

The following district presented on the progress of their proposed project at the October 1, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

District: Town of Wrentham
School: Charles E. Roderick Elementary School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: The Vertex Companies, LLC
Designer: TSKP Studio, LLC

The Town of Wrentham (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Charles E. Roderick Elementary School with a new facility serving grades 3-6 on the existing site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation for the development of the Educational Program and community outreach efforts for the Proposed Project; location of Special Education spaces and the DESE review process following Schematic Design; benefits of the proposed canopy for sheltered access to the building from the drop-off area; scheduling considerations associated with the implementation of project-based learning for science and social studies to allow sufficient time for students to complete activities and put away materials; the importance of professional development and dedicated time for teacher planning and curriculum development; use of the proposed Technology Lab; appreciation for the overall building design and flexible, efficient layout; clarification of the use of the proposed Commons and its relationship to the cafeteria; opportunity to provide screening between the outdoor dining area and service entrance as the site plan is further developed; envisioned character and proposed use of the Media space and opportunities for visual connections to the extending learning areas and Commons; and, building massing and architectural features.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the November 5, 2025 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

District: City of Marlborough
School: Richer Elementary School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: The Vertex Companies, LLC
Designer: Lamoureux Pagano Associates | Architects, Inc.  

The City of Marlborough (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Raymond C. Richer Elementary School with a new facility serving students in kindergarten through grade 5, on the site of the existing school. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: appreciation of the District’s Educational program, including the Anti-Bullying curriculum; location of Special Education spaces and the DESE review process in the Schematic Design phase; scheduling considerations associated with the implementation of project-based learning for science and social studies to allow sufficient time for students to complete activities and put away materials; the importance of professional development and dedicated time for teacher planning and curriculum development; suggestion to include a spring-floor to accommodate the proposed flexible Physical Education spaces; appreciation for the efficient building footprint; envisioned character of the building; further development of the building plans, specifically the incorporation of the proposed ramp; proposed inclusion of skylights to allow natural light into interior spaces; proposed function/use of on-site water detention areas; considerations associated with an aggressive proposed construction schedule; and, leadership transitions and how the District will ensure continuity for the goals and practices described in the Educational Program.

District: Town of Swansea
School: Joseph Case Junior High School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: PMA Consultants, LLC
Designer: Finegold Alexander Architects

The Town of Swansea (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Joseph Case Junior High School with a new facility serving grades 6-8, on the site of the existing Joseph Case High School. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed the following: the importance of professional development and dedicated time for teacher planning and curriculum development, particularly as it relates to science and social studies curricula; proposed science lab adjacencies and opportunity to share science prep spaces; location of Special Education spaces and the DESE review process following the Schematic Design submission; the importance of continued community outreach efforts for the Proposed Project; appreciation for the overall building design; site circulation and traffic flow; further development of the site plan and proposed retaining walls, especially with consideration to topography and grading; the opportunities and challenges associated with potential future expansion; discussion regarding MSBA’s non-participation as it relates to auditoriums at the junior high school level; location of the guidance and administrative offices; consideration of solar mitigation for west-facing classrooms; building massing and architectural features; and, proposed use of the distributed Media spaces and opportunities to seek feedback from other districts that have incorporated similar design features.