Facilities Master Planning

Strategic Facility Master Plans for California School Districts

A Facility Master Plan gives your district a practical roadmap for capital investment — built on data, shaped by community input, and designed to be acted on, not shelved.

School facilities master planning session with district leadership
6 Mo
Average Completion
$136M+
Facility Needs Identified
100%
OPSC & Prop 2 Ready
200+
Districts Served
What's Included

Inside Your Facility Master Plan

Every FMP we deliver is built to be actionable — aligning enrollment trends, building conditions, and available funding into a prioritized sequence of improvements your board can execute.

1

Facility Condition Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of every campus, building, and system — documenting current conditions and identifying deferred maintenance.

2

Enrollment & Capacity Analysis

Demographic projections using residential development data, birth rates, and regional migration patterns to forecast future space needs.

3

Educational Adequacy Evaluations

Assessment of whether existing spaces meet current instructional needs, state standards, and modern learning expectations.

4

Prioritized Capital Improvements

Ranked recommendations based on urgency, cost, and impact on student safety and learning — giving the board a clear path forward.

5

Funding Strategy Development

Bond measure feasibility, state matching fund eligibility (Prop 2, OPSC), developer fee review, and multi-year financial modeling.

6

Community Engagement & Board Presentations

Facilitated stakeholder workshops, parent forums, and board presentations that build understanding and public support.

Our Approach

Plans Built With Your People, Not Just for Them

The best Facility Master Plans are built collaboratively with the people who use the buildings every day.

1

Assess & Understand

We deeply understand your district’s current state through site walks, data collection, and stakeholder conversations.

2

Strategize & Plan

We develop practical, phased strategies with clear roadmaps and realistic timelines that match your resources.

3

Deliver & Support

We hand you an OPSC-ready, Prop 2-ready document that immediately supports funding applications and board decisions.

Recent Plans

Facility Master Plans We've Delivered

Each plan is tailored to the district’s unique size, challenges, and goals.

Completed in 6 Months

Yosemite Unified School District

Comprehensive FMP delivered start to finish in six months — Prop 2 and OPSC-ready, with community-centered engagement that built board confidence.

6 moStart to Finish
Rural District

Sierra-Plumas Joint USD

Data-driven FMP for a 400-student rural district with a clear roadmap for safe, future-ready campuses and a multi-year funding strategy.

400Students Served
$40M Identified

San Jose Charter Academy

Comprehensive plan identifying $40M in facility upgrades prioritized for phased implementation aligned with the academy’s mission.

$40MFacility Upgrades
Needs Assessment

Glendora Unified School District

Comprehensive Facility Needs Assessment guiding strategic investment and modernization across all campuses.

$96MNeeds Identified
Modern California school campus with updated facilities
We Are School People

Why Districts Trust School Leaders With Their FMP

Our advisors have managed facilities inside school districts — not from the outside looking in. We understand the politics of bond measures, the reality of deferred maintenance backlogs, and the pressure boards face to show results.

That insider perspective means our FMPs are grounded in operational reality. They account for what your maintenance team can actually handle, what your community will actually support, and what your budget can actually sustain.

Our recent plans have been completed in as few as six months, giving districts an immediately actionable document.

Frequently Asked Questions

Facilities Master Planning FAQ

What is a Facility Master Plan for a school district?

A Facility Master Plan is a comprehensive document that assesses facility conditions, projects future enrollment and capacity needs, and provides a prioritized list of capital improvements. It serves as the strategic foundation for bond measures and state funding applications.

How long does it take to complete a Facility Master Plan?

School Leaders has completed FMPs in as few as six months. The timeline depends on the number of sites, community engagement depth, and portfolio complexity. Our Yosemite USD and Sierra-Plumas plans were both completed within six months.

What is OPSC and how does it relate to facilities planning?

The Office of Public School Construction administers California’s School Facility Program, providing matching funds for eligible construction and modernization. A well-prepared FMP is essential for maximizing OPSC eligibility under programs like Proposition 2.

Does my district need an FMP before passing a bond?

While not legally required, an FMP significantly strengthens a bond campaign by providing the data foundation that builds voter confidence. It also ensures the district can immediately act on bond proceeds and maximize state matching funds.

Ready to Build Your District’s Facility Master Plan?

Our team can have a comprehensive, OPSC-ready plan in your hands within six months. Let’s start the conversation.

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