• The safety of our students, staff, and community members is paramount. During construction, FCPS Design and Construction staff ensure that the site and all areas occupied by the school are safe. In actively managing the project, our team also makes certain that the contractor adheres to all FCPS safety procedures and complies with all applicable regulations.
• FCPS Design and Construction remains committed to prompt resolution of any safety concerns. 

• Upon project completion, there will be a total of 546 spaces on the school site.
• Due to an increase in building footprint and construction activities, there have been impacts to available parking. At present, the school has approximately 228 spaces on-site. Design and Construction staff are working to help mitigate these impacts; one example is the leasing of 79 additional parking spaces at Providence Recreation Center for use by staff and students during school hours. 

• The project started in the summer of 2022. The school building is scheduled to be completed in the summer of 2026. The athletic fields renovation is scheduled to be completed fall of 2026.
• This is a phased-occupied renovation project. Phases 1 and 2 have been completed. Phase 3, in which we are presently engaged, is the final phase of the project.
• Current Phase 3 efforts include the physical education wing, main gymnasium, weight room, auxiliary gymnasium, and additional classrooms. This scope is scheduled to be completed in the spring of 2026. The school will gain access to some areas earlier.
• The Performing Arts Wing is scheduled to be fully completed in the summer of 2026.
• The renovation of the Athletics Field Complex is slated to take about 9 months, running from January to early fall 2026. Fields will be completed in phases, which means the school will begin to gain access to newly renovated facilities beginning summer of 2026.

• To be consistent with FCPS energy and environmental sustainability goals, the project is designed following guidelines from the Collaborative for High-Performing Schools (CHPS).
• The project is designed to feature advanced building control systems, improved air quality, increased natural light, and deliver a healthy, comfortable learning environment.
• The front entrance features exciting elements such as expansive cantilevered glass walls.

• The renovation of the music wing, including the auditorium, has been completed.
• The performing arts supportive space wing is scheduled to be completed in the summer of 2026. 

The project includes a comprehensive renovation of the athletic fields complex, accompanied by the construction of a new parking lot with a capacity of 134 cars and a new stormwater management facility.

The current athletic fields project scope features:

• A new softball field that will be rotated to improve solar orientation, with all new restrooms, press box, scoreboard, dugouts, bleachers, batting cage, field lighting, lighting controls, irrigation system, fencing, and sidewalk access.
• Renovations to the baseball field, highlighted by all new dugouts, press box, field lighting, lighting controls, irrigation system, and accessibility upgrades.
• Stadium enhancements are planned to include all new entry plaza, concession stand, restrooms, ticket booth, storage facility, press box, light pole heads, lighting controls, and accessibility upgrades.
• Six newly-located tennis courts. The tennis courts are slated to include court fencing with gates, court accessories, landscaping, practice walls, fencing connecting to the softball and practice fields, and accessibility upgrades.
• A new synthetic turf, multi-sport practice field.  This field is designed to be equipped with football and soccer goals, new lighting, and new lighting controls.
• Two refurbished shot put areas.

Safety

• Streetlights are located on the residential side of Marc Drive. FCPS visited and all pole lights are now working, however some tree branches are blocking light.
• FCPS Design and Construction walked through the school building during evening hours and found out the wall pack lights and light poles are working.
• One additional temporary light will be added in the back of the building, adjacent to the construction entrance.
• If other issues are found or complaints submitted, FCPS Design and Construction will work to resolve them promptly.
• The Office of School Safety will be engaged regarding safety along the street to Providence and at intersections. 

Parking

• There will be 516 total completed parking spaces once the project is complete.
• FCPS is currently leasing 79 parking spaces at Providence Park (this is not included in the 516-count above). During school hours there are spaces available at Providence Park.
• During Phase 2, the increase in building footprint and construction activities around the building will impact parking.
• FCPS Design and Construction is reaching out to Saint Philip’s Church about the possibility of allowing parking for FCHS.
• FCPS Design and Construction is reaching out to VDOT and local jurisdiction police departments for information about potential parking along Jaguar Trail.
• FCPS Design and Construction is reminding contractors to park in their designated parking areas.
• FCPS’ Office of Transportation will confirm if overnight bus parking is needed.

Construction Schedule

• FCPS Design and Construction is working with the contractor to make up time in phases 2 and 3. Time can be made up during the interior renovation as long as additional material delays or unforeseeable issues during demolition occur.
• An addition or renovation project in an occupied building typically has a longer duration compared to a similar project in a non-occupied building. High school renovations are typically four years or longer.
• There is no incentive built into the contract with the general contractor to finish early. Follow-up and progress meetings are held with the contractor to ensure they meet deadlines.

Design and Planning Elements

• Removing ceilings is necessary to facilitate the installation of new utility lines, both temporarily and permanently, during construction. Additionally, it allows for easy access to building systems for modifications and is frequently required for inspection and testing purposes during phased construction. This also allows for the removal of existing utilities when no longer needed.
• Budgeting for interior items post-renovation is determined by school leadership and is not part of the renovation scope.
• Solar panels are not part of the design.

Theatre

• The theater seats are relatively new and could last 35 years once reinstalled in the renovated auditorium.
• The theater stage floor will be replaced with a new floor. No change was made to the stage floor in the project plan.
• The theater stage lighting is consistent with Oakton High School’s stage lighting. No changes were made to stage lighting in the project plan.

Athletics

• New wiring and lighting circuits for athletic lighting are in the project scope. FCPS Design and Construction has records of existing lighting systems and newly proposed lighting, which can be shared with individuals upon request.
• Athletics revenue is not covered with the renovation scope and cannot be addressed by FCPS Design and Construction.

October 6, 2025: Community Meeting

• Presentation (October 2025)

Community Meeting Presentation (Plain Text Version for Accessibility)

Slide 1

Falls Church High School Renovation and Additions
COMMUNITY MEETINGOCTOBER 6, 2025
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Slide 2

Introductions
Consultant Team: Perkins Eastman Architects – Architect of Record; LandDesign – Civil Engineer; Ehlert Bryan – Structural Engineer; Strickler Associates – MEP Engineer; Nyikos–Garcia – Food Service Engineer.
Fairfax County Public Schools Project Team: Erik Gordon – Chief of Facilities Services & Capital Programs; Jessica Gillis – Executive Director, Capital Improv. & Planning; Scott Eschbach – Director, Design & Construction; Anthony Vitucci – Assistant Director, Design & Construction; Najib Hameed – Senior Manager, Design & Construction; Adam Roberts – Construction Manager, Design & Construction.
General Contractor: Grunley Construction Company, Inc.
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Slide 3

Project Funding
– Planning and design funded by the 2017 School Bond
– Construction funded by the 2021 School Bond
Project Timeline
– Spring 2022 – Start of Design
– Spring 2023 – Construction Start
– Summer/Fall 2026 – Anticipated Construction Completion
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Project Scope
– Full renovation of existing building
– Replacement of all MEP, IT, Fire Protection, and Security systems
– Classroom capacity for 2,500 students
– 122,000 square feet of new additions
New and Renovated Spaces Include:
– General classrooms
– Science labs
– Auditorium
– Music instructional areas
– Art rooms
– Physical education spaces
– Support and administrative areas
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Slide 5

Additional Scope Details
– Sustainable design strategies
– Improved interior circulation
– Increased parking capacity
– Athletic field renovation and upgrades
– Expanded kitchen and cafeteria
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Phase 1 – Building Complete
1. Science Wing Addition
2. Library/Media Center
3. Music Wing Addition
4. Guitar Classroom
5. Choral Classroom
6. Instrument Storage
7. Music Collaboration Area
8. Science Classroom Renovations
9. Science Storage
10. Courtyard Improvements
11. Library Support Spaces
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Phase 2 – Building Complete
1. Academy Wing
2. Administrative Wing
3. Art Wing
4. English Classrooms
5. Math Classrooms
6. Planetarium
7. Auditorium
8. Special Education
9. Main Entrance
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Slide 8

Phase 2 – Main Entry & Admin Offices Complete
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Phase 2 – Main Entry Lobby Complete
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Phase 2 – Commons Complete
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Slide 11

Phase 2 – Auditorium Complete
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Phase 2 – Planetarium Complete
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Phase 2 – Academy Complete
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Phase 2 – Special Education Wing Complete
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Phase 2 – Art Wing Complete
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Phase 3 – Building (Now Under Construction)
Includes:
– Physical Education Wing
– English Classrooms
– Business and Marketing Classrooms
– Main Gym
– Weight Room
– Wrestling Room
– Aux Gym
– Theater Wing
– Cafeteria Extension
– Main Gym Lobby
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Phase 3 – Main Gym Lobby (Partially Complete)
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Slide 18

Athletic Fields Complex Scope
Softball Field:
– Dugouts
– Press Box
– Lighting
– Scoreboard
– ADA Access
Baseball Field:
– Dugouts
– Lighting
– Press Box
– Scoreboard
– Practice Cages
Stadium:
– New Press Box
– New Concessions
– Ticket Booth
– Restrooms
– Lighting
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Athletic Fields Complex Scope (cont.)
Practice Field:
– Synthetic Turf
– Goals
– Lighting
Tennis Courts:
– Six courts
– Fencing
– Walkways
Additional Items:
– Parking Lot
– Stormwater Management
– Shot Put Areas
Construction ~9 months starting January 2026
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Athletic Fields Complex – Overall Plan
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Slide 21

Baseball & Stadium Fields
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Ticket Booth & Concessions
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Turf Field & Tennis Courts
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Slide 24

Softball Field & Southeast Parking
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Slide 25

Athletic Fields Complex – Construction Impacts
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Slide 26

Athletic Fields Complex – Construction Impacts (cont.)
Q: Why must fields close?
A: Major construction activity and safety.
Q: Will the stadium be available?
A: Use is limited or unavailable.
Q: How does this affect spring athletics?
A: Teams will relocate or adjust schedules.
Q: Why schedule construction during the school year?
A: Timeline constraints and bond schedules.
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Slide 27

A Word About Parking
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Slide 28

THANK YOU!
For updates visit:
– FCPS Website
– Falls Church High School Capital Project Page
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November 13, 2024: Community Meeting

• Presentation (November 2024)
• Falls Church Community Meeting Comments and Questions (November 2024)

October 23, 2023: Community Meeting

• This meeting was an information session about the current status of the project and what to expect going forward. FCPS staff shared information about the project’s history and how cost-saving measures were incorporated. Dr. Michelle Reid, superintendent, was also in attendance.
• Presentation (October 2023)

April 23, 2023:PTSA Meeting

• Presentation (April 2023)

April 14, 2022:School Board Meeting

• Award of Contract - Agenda Item 5.04
• Video Recording  - Agenda Item 5.04 - Award of Contract at 3:26:15

March 10, 2022:School Board Meeting

• Agenda (March 2022) - Item 6.17
• View Recording  - Agenda Item 6.17 - Award of Contract ​​​​​​at 2:47:12

February 3, 2022:Community Meeting

• Falls Church Community Meeting  Comments and Questions
• View Recording

April 28, 2021:Community Meeting

• Presentation (April 2021)

June 4, 2019:Community Meeting

• PTSA Meeting Presentation