This project began with a consensus based feasibility study process that spanned several months. Moseley Architects conducted an intensive Consensus Workshop process in order to maximize community involvement. Throughout a process of public meetings, the design team listened to the input of teachers, parents, students, community leaders, and administrators. Several concepts were explored and revised until a unanimous consensus was determined.

The Modernization of the Parkland Middle School lowered the student population from over 1200 students to 800/1000 core. The scope of the project included the demolition of a third of the existing 1962 structure, and the addition of a two story educational wing.

The site was reconfigured to separate the bus and student drop-off traffic, increasing the safety and supervision of the students. New tennis, basketball, and play areas were developed to compliment the adjacent park.

The existing building was reorganized and modernized to meet the programmatic needs of the school. The school received new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure, along with updated telecommunication systems. The administrative area was moved to the front of the building in order to provide visual supervision of the front entrance, parking, and parts of the bus loading area. The east side of the school serves as the academic area, while the southern portion serves the core exploratory curricula. The west side houses the dining, assembly and athletic needs. The existing gymnasium and stage arrangement remained in tact.