Thank you to the many families, staff, and community members helping shape our Master Plan. Your engagement is making a meaningful difference.
 

We are currently in the planning phase. This month alone, we have hosted 9 separate meetings and will continue to offer community meetings into April. No decisions have been made, and community feedback is actively shaping the options under consideration.
 

Why This Work Matters

This work is focused on three realities impacting our schools:

• Aging facilities and deferred maintenance
• Declining enrollment
• Rising operational costs

These challenges directly affect student experience, program access, and long-term sustainability. Our goal is to ensure every student has access to safe, high-quality, future-ready learning opportunities.
 

How the Process Works

This is an intentional, responsive process that includes:

• Sharing scenarios developed by the Master Plan Committee using data and district priorities
• Scenarios are revised when they don’t meet community needs or expectations
• Community feedback directly shapes ongoing updates

We continue to refine options to identify the most responsible, student-centered path forward.
 

What We’re Hearing

Across conversations, one message is clear: this community deeply cares about its schools and students.

We consistently hear:

• An interest in ongoing engagement with the community
• A strong focus on student outcomes
• Questions about fairness and community impact
• Interest in financial responsibility

We are exploring possible scenarios related to our school buildings, enrollment trends, student programming, and long-term sustainability. These are options designed to gather input and understand what matters most to our community. This feedback is directly informing the work.
 

Understanding Trade-Offs

Every option includes important considerations:
 

Maintain smaller schools → Higher costs, fewer program opportunities
Consolidate schools → Community impact, but stronger and more sustainable programs
Avoid construction → Lower upfront cost, but long-term facility limitations and program impacts
 

There is no perfect solution—our focus is on the most responsible path for students and the community.

Key Questions We’re Hearing

Why isn’t there a final plan yet?

Master Planning is always evolving. For this 10-year plan, we are still refining options based on data and community input to ensure decisions are thoughtful and well-informed.
 

Has a decision already been made?

No, while we are considering different scenarios, no decision has been made. Input from meetings, surveys, and conversations is directly shaping revisions to the recommendations.
 

Why focus on facilities and enrollment now?

Aging buildings and declining enrollment impact both costs and student programming. Addressing these proactively helps avoid larger challenges later.
 

Why is Breckenridge Elementary part of this conversation?

BRE was built in 1965 and has significant long-term facility needs. The Breckenridge community is home to two elementary schools; at the same time, enrollment trends require us to evaluate sustainability across schools.
 

Will class sizes increase?

Class size is determined by staffing, not just buildings. Some scenarios may increase class size, while others create more balanced classrooms. More details will be shared as options are narrowed down and refined.
 

When would a bond be considered?

The Board of Education will determine if, and when to pursue a bond by June 2026; the decision will be based on community direction, project readiness, and financial conditions. 
 

Stay Engaged

Your voice continues to shape this work.

• Attend a community meeting
• Participate in upcoming surveys
• Visit: summitk12.org/facilities/master-plan

Community Meeting:

March 25 | 5:30–7:00 PM
Summit County Senior & Community Center
 

Additional engagement opportunities will continue through March and April. See more FAQ or submit additional questions on the Master Plan page.
 

We are committed to thoughtful planning, transparent communication, and decisions that support every student—now and into the future.

Dr. Tony Byrd
Superintendent, Summit School District