Architects create options for upgrades to Canon-Mac elementary schools

The following is a list of options created by Hayes Design Group Architects:
*Option A for seven elementary schools: Renovate all existing elementary schools. Cost estimate between $42-$56 million.
*Option B for seven elementary schools: Build five new elementary schools at the existing locations of Cecil, First Street, Hills-Hendersonville, Muse and Wylandville elementaries. There could be additions aimed at increasing enrollment capacity, along with renovations at Borland Manor and South Center. Cost estimate between $69-$80 million.
Option C for four elementary schools: Build two new elementary schools at existing Muse and Wylandville sites. Renovations at South Central and Hills-Hendersonville and an addition or new elementary school at Hills-Hendersonville. Cost estimate between $64-$72 million.
Option D for five elementary schools: Three new elementary schools at the existing Hills-Hendersonville, Muse and Wylandville sites. Renovations at South Central and Borland Manor. As an alternate, there could be additions and alterations at Hills-Hendersonville instead of new. Cost estimate between $67-$78 million.
Option E for three elementary schools: Two new elementary schools at Muse and Wylandville sites. There could be additions aimed at increasing enrollment capacity, along with renovations, at South Central. Cost estimate between $62-$76 million.
* Not recommended by the architects.
Find out more in Wednesday's Observer-Reporter.