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Minneapolis Transitions Charter School

Building Innovation: The Bainey Group’s Reconstruction of Minneapolis Transition Charter School
Where Resilience Meets Renewal

At The Bainey Group, we understand the profound impact that schools have on communities, especially during times of hardship. Our recent project to rebuild the Minneapolis Transition Charter School, which was tragically destroyed during the George Floyd riots, reflects our commitment to helping educational institutions recover, rebuild, and grow stronger than before.

Minneapolis Transition Charter School serves as a vital resource for students facing challenges and seeking alternative educational opportunities. After the devastation, the school needed more than just reconstruction—it needed a space that symbolized resilience, hope, and a fresh start for both the students and the community. Our task was to create a modern, supportive learning environment that would help the school and its students move forward.

Tailored for Education and Community Renewal

The Bainey Group worked closely with the leadership at Minneapolis Transition Charter School to design and rebuild a facility that meets the educational needs of its students while also serving as a symbol of the school’s strength and dedication to the community. Our goal was to construct a school that not only fosters academic growth but also provides a safe and welcoming environment for all.

Key Elements of the Minneapolis Transition Charter School Reconstruction Project:

  • Modern Classrooms and Learning Spaces: The core of the new facility centers around flexible, modern classrooms designed to support a variety of learning styles and instructional approaches. Each classroom is equipped with advanced technology, including smartboards and high-speed internet, ensuring students have the tools they need for success in both in-person and remote learning environments.
  • Student Support Centers: Understanding that many students at Minneapolis Transition Charter School require additional academic and emotional support, we included dedicated student support centers within the facility. These spaces provide areas for one-on-one tutoring, counseling services, and quiet study, helping students thrive both academically and personally.
  • Community Engagement Spaces: Recognizing the school’s role as a community anchor, we designed multi-purpose spaces that can host events, meetings, and after-school programs. These areas are designed for flexibility and can be used for student activities, parent-teacher gatherings, and community initiatives, ensuring the school continues to serve as a hub for neighborhood support.
  • Safe and Secure Environment: Safety was a top priority for the rebuild. The facility was designed with secure entry points, modern surveillance systems, and thoughtful spatial planning to create a safe, supportive environment for students and staff. In addition to physical safety, the design promotes a sense of emotional security, offering students a stable and welcoming place to learn and grow.
  • Healing-Centered Design: We infused the design with calming colors, natural light, and open spaces to foster an environment conducive to learning and emotional well-being. The integration of outdoor learning areas and green spaces offers students an opportunity to engage with nature, creating a balance between the rigors of academic life and mental wellness.
  • Future-Ready Design: The new school was built with an eye toward the future, allowing for flexible expansion and the integration of new technologies. This ensures that the Minneapolis Transition Charter School will continue to adapt and evolve as educational needs and community demands shift over time.

A Collaborative Partnership

The success of this project was built on a strong collaboration between the Minneapolis Transition Charter School and The Bainey Group. We worked together at every stage, from conceptual design to the final build, ensuring that the new facility met the specific needs of the school’s students and the broader community.

By focusing on creating a space that supports both academic success and community resilience, The Bainey Group delivered a facility that embodies the strength and determination of Minneapolis Transition Charter School.

Supporting Minneapolis Transition Charter School’s Vision

The rebuilt Minneapolis Transition Charter School stands as a testament to the resilience of its students, staff, and community. The new facility reflects the school’s dedication to providing educational opportunities for those in need and serves as a beacon of hope and renewal in a city still healing from its past.

At The Bainey Group, we are proud to have played a role in the reconstruction of this important community institution. We specialize in building educational spaces that inspire learning and promote growth, empowering schools to foster the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and change-makers.

New MTCS Secondary School

  • 88,000-square-feet (MTS space was gutted to building shell, redesigned and rebuilt)
  • Project costs: $7.4 million
  • Designer/architects:
    • DLR Group, Minneapolis, MN
  • Builder:
    • The Bainey Group, Plymouth, MN
  • Building Owner:
    • Metro Equity Management, Lakeville, MN
  • Unique MTS features and spaces
    • Learning stairs
    • Genius bar tech support
    • Music studio
    • Digital arts
    • Science room
    • Community room
    • Fine-arts room
    • JROTC Leadership room
    • Gymnasium

Construction Management: Steve Oelfke

Project Superintendent: Bruce Tieszen

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