The Emerald Elementary School building will be replaced. When district staff assessed the needs of the building, it was determined that it makes more financial sense to replace the building rather than make significant investments in repairs and maintenance. New construction would provide the opportunity to create innovative, 21st Century learning spaces that support modern curriculum delivery in a building that is safe, comfortable and energy efficient. Using BVSD's green building principles as a guide, the school can be built green from the ground up.