As identified during the planning stage, the Frederick community had strong ties to the historic Frederick High School. A grand exterior staircase and welcoming entry archway visually recollects and honors the iconic 1939 building. Lined on access with Fleming Avenue, the entrance addresses the City of Frederick serving as an anchor for the City’s west side in the same manner and prominence as the original school. 

Flexibility was key to the design of the new Frederick High School. Spaces were programmed to adapt to varied teaching and learning styles and changing pedagogies. General classrooms function as they do in a higher education environment, able to accommodate Math, English, and French, all in the same morning. Technology is abundant through interactive panels in all classrooms and meeting spaces and facility-wide WIFI access. A variety of collaboration spaces with varying levels of privacy allow for small groups of 2-3 to upwards of 20.