““This 100% union-built school run by a 100% union workforce will broaden the availability of a quality 21st century education to some of Philadelphia’s most at-risk youth. This project represents the power of the Labor Movement’s resources and its commitment to our community.” ”
Powel Elementary School and Science Leadership Academy Middle School - Philadelphia, PA
Allocation: $9.0M | TDC: $49.5M | Union Construction Jobs: 170 | Community SF: 90,000
The new construction of the Powel Elementary School and Science Leadership Academy Middle School will result in the expansion and relocation of a high performing and highly diverse elementary school while providing a permanent home to a new inquiry-based middle school. The 90,000 square foot facility is being built and sponsored by Drexel University. The new facility will allow both successful programs to expand their student enrollment which is currently at capacity. The new facility will hold up to 810 students from Kindergarten to 8th Grade.
Building America CDE Inc. (BACDE) is aiding Drexel University by providing New Markets Tax Credits for the construction of the school building. The school will be operated under a Memorandum of Understanding between Drexel and the School District of Philadelphia with the goal of increasing access to quality education with the involvement of community partners such as The Franklin Institute and the Academy of Natural Sciences.