Capital Improvement Investments

Since Roseburg Public Schools completed its last Long-Range Facilities Plan in the 2019-20 school year, the district has taken steps to address some of our most 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. 

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.

Capital improvement needs and spending document

Project Funding

Roseburg Public Schools has invested approximately $25,350,000 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: $10.5 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: $25,350,000