1. Oconee County Schools Five Year Facility Study April 27, 2011

2. Accomplishments Added over 70 Instructional Classrooms – HSES (New School) – MBMS (15 New Classrooms) – OCMS (New Administrative Wing, Classrooms) – RBES (New Instructional Wing)

3. Accomplishments Added Practice Gym, Wrestling Room and cheerleading Room at OCHS Added Weight Room to NOHS Added Track and Seating to NOHS Stadium Added on to the Grounds Building so that both Maintenance and Grounds Programs could be consolidated in one building Purchased land for next middle school Purchased land for BOE complex

4. Populations Trends Our population trends as predicted by the State Department of Education are in line with our internal calculations. These internal calculations include an excel file that has tracked our growth for many years and projects the same type of growth. We also look at current enrollment through our Versa- Trans System (transportation program) to make sure our zones are evenly matched.

5. Proposed Organization We currently have four K-5 elementary schools, one Pre-K-2 school, one 3-5 school, two 6-8 middle schools and two 9-12 high schools. The plan it to continue this organizational structure in the future. We have plans to increase capacity at our middle and high schools while having plans for a 3 rd middle school in the event the population trend explodes.

6. Anticipated Projects Colham Ferry Elementary School – This is the oldest elementary school in the district. Our plans include adding corridors to connect the buildings. This, along with protective fencing and card key assess doors will help increase the security at this elementary school. There are plans in place to do some work inside the buildings in regards to re-wiring, painting, re-lighting, bathroom upgrades and exterior plumbing. We also plan on making this facility’s internet capability wireless. We will be doing roof work and HVAC work in our upgrades.

7. Anticipated Projects OCHS – OCHS is due for a 20 Year Remodel Re-wiring, painting, new flooring, remodel restrooms, windows, and etc. New HVAC system for entire building. – Remodel the old Auto Lab to bring Health Occupations inside the building Currently located in a portable unit. – Add AC to Competition Gym

8. Anticipate Projects Technology Upgrades (phones, storage, system-wide wireless internet, and replacement cycle) NOHS Field House OCPS Upgrades Resurfacing Existing Roads General Maintenance Improvements

9. Anticipated Projects Addition of classrooms to both middle schools to increase size to Core Capacity. If growth comes fast, we will have a plan in place to add a 3 rd middle school; however, we think adding classrooms is the correct decision for the next 5 years. Addition of classrooms to both high schools, as well, to increase size to Core Capacity.

10. Revenue Sources Elost is anticipated to bring in approximately 25 Million over the next 5 Years G/O Bonds will be paid off in 2014 for the construction of MBMS General Maintenance Funds Current Mileage Rate 17.5 mils – 16.5 for General Operation/1.0 for Bond Repayment