Alice Deal Middle School
Project Overview
Alice Deal Middle School, a Ward 3 institution nearly 120 years old, needed significant capacity relief. Years of enrollment growth had forced the school to rely on classroom trailers which was a temporary fix for a permanent problem. The solution was a landmark $21.5 million design-build expansion: a 23,000-square-foot addition that would deliver 12 modern classrooms, two advanced science labs, an expanded dining area, and additional administrative spaces, all while preserving the school's historic architectural character.
The project design was developed by MOYA Design Partners in collaboration with Ashley McGraw Architects, with Chiaramonte Construction Company serving as the general contractor. The project achieved LEED Gold certification, with the design integrating sustainable features including bioswales and an upgraded central courtyard intended to serve as a hub for community engagement and outdoor learning.
Our Role & Scope of Work
CCC served as the general contractor on this design-build project, responsible for all construction management, trade coordination, and self-performed work. The new building addition required careful integration with the school's 100-year-old structure, demanding precision in matching historic masonry aesthetics while delivering modern, code-compliant construction. Work included structural systems, exterior masonry, framing, drywall, ceilings, doors, frames, and hardware throughout the new addition. CCC coordinated site logistics to keep the school operational during construction and ensured the new structures seamlessly blended with the existing campus architecture.
Community Impact
When complete, the addition eliminated all temporary classroom trailers at Alice Deal, providing 12 permanent, purpose-built learning environments with state-of-the-art science lab spaces. The expanded dining area relieves chronic cafeteria overcrowding. The revitalized central courtyard creates new outdoor learning and community gathering opportunities. For Ward 3 families, this project means their neighborhood school can serve the community it was built for — without compromise.
