How can school districts address aging facilities and evolving educational needs when constructing a new school may not be financially or politically feasible? This session will explore how district leadership, the school board and the Citizens Advisory Committee collaborated to create a phased facility improvement plan that balanced educational priorities, taxpayer impact and long-term community support. Attendees will learn strategies for evaluating renovation and addition options versus new construction, engaging stakeholders throughout the planning process and building trust during referendum discussions. The session will also highlight approaches for aligning facility planning with fiscal responsibility while transforming aging schools into updated, modern learning environments that support current educational practices.