Major Capital School Construction Programs

The Maine Department of Education assists school districts in improving the quality and condition of learning environments for Maine students. More of the state-subsidized process

For complete information, refer to State Board of Education Chapter 61, Rules for Major Capital School Construction Projects.

Rating Cycle

The Office of School Facilities has initiated the 2024-2025 rating cycle. The application deadline is August 30, 2024. Site visits will begin in September of 2024 and it is anticipated that the rating process will be completed by June of 2025 with a new priority list in place by the end of 2025. Questions should be submitted in writing to scott.brown@maine.gov.

Planning Documents

  1. Educational Specifications
  2. Space Allocation Guidelines
  3. Standards & Guidelines for New School Construction & Major Renovation Projects

Integrated, Consolidated 9-16 Educational Facility

Under the provisions of 20-A MRS §15905 and Chapter 61 State Board of Education Rules for Major Capital School Construction Projects Section 15 the Commissioner and the State Board have initiated an application process which will identify an Integrated, Consolidated 9-16 Facility pilot project. The intent of Section 15 is to create a new regional high school integrated with a career and technical school, the University of Maine System, the Maine Community College System and that supports industry training programs. 

For complete information, refer to State Board of Education Chapter 61, Rules for Major Capital School Construction Projects.

Rating Cycle

The Office of School Facilities has initiated the 2024-2025 rating cycle. The application deadline is June 30, 2025. 

Interlocking Door Controller Technology

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) assists school administrative units in improving building security by providing funding for interlocking door controller technology.  

When constructing a new elementary or secondary school or renovating an existing elementary or secondary school, a school administrative unit shall insure that the school is equipped with interlocking door controller technology. Interlocking door controller technology means an area in between 2 doors separating the interior of a school from the exterior and where both doors cannot be opened at the same time.