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Walker campus plan: new 20‑classroom Early Learning Center, swing‑space and phased reuse proposed
Summary
City and school architects on Aug. 4 presented a phased concept and master plan for the Walker campus that would build a 20‑classroom Early Learning Center, create classroom‑level terraces with secured outdoor play space, and reuse existing buildings for swing space and an alternative high‑school program.
Architects and school staff on Aug. 4 presented a concept design and master plan for the Walker campus that would build a purpose‑built Early Learning Center for Charlottesville preschool programs, repurpose several existing buildings for swing space and alternative programs, and stage long‑term campus improvements in phases. Maria Beninski, an architect working with the district, said the proposed Early Learning Center would open in fall 2028 and would initially include 20 classrooms with the capacity for a future expansion of about 12 classrooms. "This project for the Early Learning Center is the next major investment in Charlottesville City Schools facilities that's upcoming," Beninski said. Under the…
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