Meridian Public Charter Schools has selected Bowie Gridley Architects to lead the renovation of the former Harrison Elementary School, located at 2120 13th Street NW, Washington, DC. The project includes the renovation of the existing 48,900 square foot building and the addition of approximately 12,000 square feet of new space, for a cafeteria, library and multi-purpose room. The total project will encompass approximately 30 renovated classrooms, administrative and student services offices, HVAC systems replacement, and elevator installation. Meridian PCS is striving for LEED Certification of the project. Design is currently under way and the project is scheduled for completion in Summer 2012.
Meridian Public Charter School (mpcs.learningstation.com) is a co-educational elementary and middle school enrolling students starting at the Early Childhood level (3 years old) to the 8th grade level. The School is located in the U Street Historic District of Washington, DC.