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Capital Improvement Investments

Capital Improvement Investments

Roseburg Schools relies on a variety of funding sources to address critical building and infrastructure needs. Following is a summary of top projects completed over the past five years, along with an accounting of funding sources and allocations.

Safety and Security Investments

  • Security entrances/vestibules at 11 schools.
  • Full perimeter fencing at all elementary schools; partial fencing at secondary schools. 
  • Raptor visitor management system implemented at all schools.
  • Seismic upgrades to gyms/multipurpose rooms at Fremont and Joseph Lane middle schools and Eastwood and Winchester elementary schools since 2020, with additional upgrades to nearby facilities.

Infrastructure Investments

  • New softball facility at Roseburg High School.
  • New bathroom facilities at Hucrest Elementary.
  • Some HVAC upgrades, including in the Melrose gym.  
  • New wireless controllers installed at each school, along with 400 new Wi-Fi 7 access points.
  • Flooring replacement in classrooms and cafeteria.
  • Cafeteria pocket tables installed at seven schools. 
  • Hand-washing stations and dishwashers replaced at several schools. 

 

A list of capital improvement projects and funding sources

 

 

QUICK FACT
In the last 10 years, the district has been awarded over $18 million in seismic grant awards.
 

 

QUICK FACT
The district has been notified of a $1,252,727 grant award from the Renew America’s Schools program.

Project Funding
Roseburg Schools has invested approximately $25 million in grant and general fund dollars to complete capital projects aligned with our Strategic Goal focus of creating Safe & Inclusive Environments and ensuring Effective Operations in our district.

ESSER: $7 million
The district received state and federal approval to use a portion of ESSER grant funding to improve security throughout our schools.

Seismic Rehabilitation Grant Program: $11.2 million
The district applied for and received funding from the Seismic Rehabilitation Grant Program for seismic upgrades.

Nutrition Services: $1.6 million
The district made cafeteria and kitchen updates through the Nutrition Services fund.

General Fund and Major Maintenance: $5.25 million
The district used General Fund and Major Maintenance fund dollars to make efficient upgrades during grant-funded construction projects and to meet Title IX requirements.

Total: $25 million