The Carlisle Area School District’s new Middle School is a transformative educational facility designed to support modern pedagogy, student-centered learning, and long-term district needs. The project balances high-quality design with fiscal responsibility, ultimately delivering a facility that came in significantly under budget.
The new Middle School is a 213,447 square-foot, two-story building located adjacent to Wilson Intermediate School. The facility is designed to serve seventh and eighth grade students, with each grade level organized on its own floor to enhance both operational efficiency and age-appropriate learning environments.
The building is organized around a ‘Main Street’ concept, which separates academic spaces from core shared program areas. This layout supports both functional efficiency and improved student experience.
- Academic areas are separated from high-activity zones to maintain quiet learning environments
- Core spaces include cafeteria, gymnasium, auditorium, technology education, and music
- Clear circulation pathways improve student flow and supervision
- Zoning enhances safety and operational clarity
213,447 SF
SIZE
$68.7M
BID
2028
COMPLETION
Carlisle, PA
