This project is listed in the 2016/2017 Educational Facilities Plan. The award of a construction project in excess of $50,000.00 requires School Board approval.  The bid opening was held April 13, 2017 at 2:00 p.m.  The project had four (4) bidders that met the bid requirements.  

The ability to teach and train students on the type of commercial equipment that they will be expected to operate in practice is essential to the success of the student after graduation.  The current Culinary Arts facility at Middleburg High School is a conglomeration of equipment that has been added over the years in an area that is too small and is not ideal for or conducive to learning. 

The current Culinary Arts facilities/kitchen at Middleburg High School is outdated, comprised of primarily residential type equipment, and overcrowded.  The culinary arts instructors at Middleburg High have been going above and beyond to make the best of a significantly less than optimal situation.  Without the proper equipment to train on or adequate space to operate in, they have had to rely on theory and verbal instruction rather than practical training and application.

An upgraded culinary arts facility to include commercial style equipment in a dedicated space designed to function as a commercial kitchen, along with a separate space identified for classroom instruction, will greatly enhance the quality of both facets of this program and aid in the student’s success following graduation.

Ensure effective management of the organization, operations and facilities to maximize the use of resources; and promote a safe, efficient and effective learning environment for Clay County students.

School Board award the construction contract to Core Construction Company, the low bidder meeting all specifications the base bid in the amount of $518,000.00.