Frequently Asked Questions
Why are we doing this?
We are committed to building a high school to serve JUHSD students in Baylands, Bayshore, and Brisbane.
Who will have access to the school?
All students in the school districts will be eligible to enroll. Priority will be given to students from Brisbane, Bayshore, and Baylands.
Why Now?
It is important to keep in mind that we are not considering opening a new school today. We are planning for the future ten to twenty years from now. The Baylands development bring 2,200 new residences. There are also going to be additional new developments in this vicinity including Cow Palace and Midway Village. Both JUHSD and Bayshore will need new schools to accommodate this population influx.
What is the Cost?
We are waiting for direction from the City of Brisbane in order to determine both the capacity of the school and the cost of development.
What would a new school look like?
In partnership with the Bayshore School District, we are envisioning a 6-12th grade school. Bayshore Elementary will be converted to a PK to 5 school and will accept all of the Baylands residents, including students from Brisbane.
How are the City of Brisbane and Brisbane Elementary School District involved in the planning and decision making?
The City of Brisbane is negotiating directly with UPC, the developer who owns the land. The City of Brisbane and the Superintendent of Brisbane Elementary School District have joined the Superintendents from JUHSD and Bayshore to discuss the development. The City of Brisbane provided the estimated increase in students.
Who determines the size of the school?
The City of Brisbane negotiates community benefits with the developer, including the amount of land that is reserved to build a school. This directly impacts the size of the school.
Where can I find more information about the development?
Full details about the planned development are available online at https://brisbanebaylands.com/.
