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Monday, February 23, 2009
Statement by Fairfax County School Board on Administrative Consolidation
The Fairfax County School Board will not pursue at this time the acquisition of the BPG Building, which would have completed Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) administrative consolidation.
The consolidation of the school system administration is a strategy to reduce overhead costs and redirect them to the schools. The business model, as developed by Superintendent Jack D. Dale and as independently verified, makes a strong business case. Purchasing a second administrative facility would have decreased FCPS operating expenses, freed up two facilities to be returned to use as elementary schools, relieved overcrowding at several elementary schools, and reduced central office staff.
“We understand that the volatility of the current economic climate presents very serious challenges to our community and the fiscal uncertainties continue to mount,” said Dan Storck, Fairfax County School Board chairman. “However, this was a creative solution that would have significantly reduced our administrative costs and enabled us to serve children better. This is a great disappointment to the School Board.”
### Note: For more information, contact the FCPS Department of Communications and Community Outreach at 571-423-1200.
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