Bonnie Brae Elementary Capital Project
Information about the Renovation
The renovation with additions at Bonnie Brae Elementary School will provide modern amenities and add approximately 40,000 square feet to the building. The project was identified according to the Renovation Queue, approved in 2009. Bonnie Brae ES is ranked 44 of 63 schools in the queue. Planning and design were funded with the 2019 bond, with construction funded by the 2021 bond.
We appreciate your patience and support as we work to improve our school facilities. Stay tuned for more updates
Latest Update: September 5, 2024
Construction Information
- New Construction: New addition with 24 classrooms, work rooms, and pull-out spaces. Footers are complete. Exterior CMU up to slab level.
- Demolition: We have begun the demolition of interior spaces in the first and second-floor classrooms at the front of the school.
- Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Updates: Ongoing updates to the building’s first and second-floor classrooms at the front portion of the school interior systems are ongoing. New electric, domestic water, and sanitary lines, all of which are now installed and connected.
- Paving: Final topcoat asphalt paving is scheduled for next summer.
- Sustainability Improvements: The renovation will be a more sustainable building with all LED lighting and advanced lighting controls.
- HVAC System: A new, more efficient HVAC system with updated controls will enhance comfort and energy efficiency.
- Technology Upgrades: We are incorporating updated technology to support modern learning environments.
- Life Safety Upgrades: New fire alarm system, new security system, fire sprinkler system, and new generator.
- Water Conservation: Automatic low-flow sinks, toilets, and urinals will be installed to promote water conservation.
- Daylighting: New windows and improved natural lighting in classrooms and gymnasium.
- Kitchen and Expanded cafeteria: All new kitchen equipment and expanded cafeteria.
- Relocated and Improved: SACC, Library, music, and art.
- Roof: Total replacement.
- Parking and Accessibility: The teacher parking lot has been reconfigured, and new sidewalks have been added to improve accessibility.
Bonnie Elementary School Renovation Photo Gallery
Future Events
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Key Build Information
Funding: 2019 Bond (Planning), 2021 Bond (Construction)
Future Building Area: 126,600 SF
Anticipated Future Capacity: 950
Building Area: 86,390 SF
Acreage: 13.29
Prior Renovation: n/a
Prior Capacity Enhancement: n/a
2008 Renovation Rank: #44
Architect: Samaha Associates, P.C.
Contractor: Hess
Current Status: Under Construction
Start of Construction: February 2025
Estimated Completion: Summer 2026
School Information
Address: 5420 Sideburn Road, Fairfax, VA 22032
FCPS Region: 4
Grades: PreK-6
MS/HS Pyramid: Robinson SS
Opened: 1988
Title 1: No
K-3 Cap: N/A
Programs: PreK, AAP Local Level IV, Early Childhood Class-Based, Preschool Autism Class, Autism, SACC (2 classrooms)
Past Engagement, Planning & Construction Information
February 1, 2024: Community Meeting
December 14, 2021: Land Use Meeting #1
December 7, 2021: Community Meeting
November 18, 2021: PTO Meeting
October 20, 2021: Design Feedback and Engagement Committee #2
June 30, 2021: Design Feedback and Engagement Committee #1
