Renovation of an educational facility in Elkton, Maryland. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

Thomson Estates Elementary School - The school was built with an open classroom configuration and vaulted wood plank ceilings. While partitions have been added where possible, circulation areas cannot be created without reducing classroom count. Without acoustical ceilings, noise transmission is a real challenge to delivering effective education. HVAC equipment is located in joists and a safety harness must be worn to change filters on some units. It is our recommendation to replace the school with a new building, however, a feasibility study is need to determine whether or not the building is worth being renovated or replaced altogether. This project is included in the county’s fy 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program. As of January 7, 2026, information regarding design firm, construction manager, and general contractor selection has not been released. The design and engineering are programmed for FY 2028. Construction is programmed for FY 2029-2030. Further details regarding firm construction and completion timelines have not been identified. *Project information has been obtained through a public capital improvement plan (CIP). A CIP is a financial schedule for short- and long-range projects which is updated regularly. Information listed in the CIP often evolves based on funding availability and the project details, including timeline and value, are subject to change. The content management team will continue to pursue additional details as they become available.