Baton Rouge Magnet High School - Condition of Physical Building

Condition of Physical Building

BRMHS has had problems with building damage from moisture, and the school system is struggling with funding as well as the mechanics of how to continue education while undergoing a major renovation. The district is planning the details of a major reconstruction project. Various articles in Baton Rouge print media have highlighted the various physical problems on the Baton Rouge High campus. The Baton Rouge High Alumni Association also has documented deteriorating conditions at the school.

A large renovation and reconstruction project by the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board commenced in August 2010 that will completely transform the campus. The project is expected to last approximately two years and will consist of a complete renovation of the landmark school structure, and a demolition and reconstruction of the remaining structures. During the project, all students and staff have relocated to the previously shuttered Lee High School and will stay there until the fall of 2012.

  • Crumbling plaster and peeling paint on a classroom wall (September 2007).

  • Exterior of a classroom window (September 2007).

  • Section of gymnasium floor damaged due to leaky roof (September 2007).

  • Facade of main building, seriously damaged by trapped moisture, has detached from the superstructure (September 2007).

The Baton Rouge High Parent Faculty Club http://www.brmhs-pfc.com/ lead the way for safe storage of memorabilia items during renovations. Items were moved to storage prior to renovations and will be safely returned when the renovations have been completed.

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