Project Progress

On June 13, 2023, the School Board of the City of Manassas awarded the New Dean contract to RRMM Architects. The following chart represents the proposed schedule established for the completion of the project:

Jennie Dean schedule

Current phase: Design Development

In this section, we will share the project's progress as it develops.

  • June 13, 2023 - The School Board of the City of Manassas awarded the New Dean contract to RRMM Architects

  • July 31, 2023 - Kick-off meeting of the Design Team (consisting of RRMM representatives, School Board members, the Superintendent, and members of the Executive Cabinet).  

  • February 13, 2024 - The School Board votes to approve Concept 2.5.  

  • March 1, 2024 - Special Use Permit (SUP) for the project submitted to the City of Manassas. 

  • March 14, 2024 - Community Information Night held. 

  • December 20, 2024 - Ceremonial Groundbreaking

MCPS Governance Team at Groundbreaking

On December 20, 2024, city officials, school board members, city council, MCPS leadership, and community members gathered for the ceremonial groundbreaking .Pictured, from left to right, Superintendent Dr. Kevin Newman, School Board members Carl Hollingsworth, Sara Brescia, Jill Spall, Christina Brooks, Chair Suzanne Seaberg, and Robyn Williams.

Community Information Night Video