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Why school districts must prioritize employee affordable housing

By Al Grazioli

California’s rising cost of living and housing crisis are straining school districts’ ability to attract and retain teachers and staff, jeopardizing the quality of education. Many educators spend a significant portion of their income on housing, with starting salaries in over half of the state’s districts unable to cover median rents without exceeding the “rent-burdened” threshold of 30% of income. Teacher turnover averages 12% annually, and classified employee turnover can reach 25% in some districts, with the issue being especially acute in schools serving higher proportions of low-income families.

>> Click here to read more on why tackling the affordable housing crisis for school district employees will lead to enhanced educational outcomes.

PK-12 Schools

B&D plans and delivers 21st century schools that become anchors in communities across California.

Our leadership shines through our innovative processes, active stakeholder engagement, commitment to creating opportunities for local and minority businesses, and work on some of the state’s most sustainable school projects.

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The B&D Perspective discusses the most pressing topics and trends in PK-14 facility planning and implementation across California.

 

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  • December 2024: The top reasons why housing affordability is critical for building an effective workforce.
  • January 2025: Why strategic asset management is essential for school districts: navigating enrollment declines, sustainability goals, and community impact

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FEATURED OUTCOMES

Throughout California, B&D has planned and delivered school projects in the PK-12 and community college spaces totaling billions of dollars in value.

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Our projects have established new standards of excellence in school design and construction in the state. These case studies showcase our commitment to elevating school facilities from the mundane to the inspirational.

Redwood City School District

Long-neglected district undergoes bond-powered modernization→

San José-Evergreen Community College District

Managing transformational construction at San José-Evergreen Community College District→

Our Approach

We transform educational environments to achieve academic, social, and financial goals.

Developing a 30-year road map for school modernization work. Implementing a sustainability program across dozens of schools. Coordinating technical inspections. Ensuring economic inclusion goals. These are just a few examples of how B&D partners with our clients. Our solutions reinvigorate the school building as a catalyst for learning and collaboration.

How do we do what we do?

  • Planning and development advisory. We define the right school project or program that meets market and financial realities while achieving strategic objectives.
  • Implementation advisory. We deliver the ideal school project or program without compromising budget, schedule, and quality.
  • Management advisory. We empower clients to make decisions that maximize the value of existing school facilities and operations.
  • P3 advisory. We help K12 districts plan, implement and manage both land swap deals and large-scale construction and modernization projects.

 

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