Charleston County
School District
Capital Programs
Our Mission
To build safe, secure, and state of the art educational and support facilities on-time and within budget.
Our Purpose
The Capital Programs Department ensures optimal teaching and learning conditions within our “brick and mortar” facilities by creating safe and caring environments as we manage all capital projects for construction, remodeling, and renovation.
Values - SAFE -
- Safety – Schools and buildings meet current codes/standards/requirements
- Accountability – Know our roles and responsibilities
- Financial Responsibility – Project on time and within budget
- Engagement – Staff and community provide input continually
Links
- Capital Projects by District
- Briefs
- Citizen Oversight Steering Committee
- Capital Programs Guide Specifications
Phase VI Capital Programs Master Plan
Education Sales Tax ReferenduM INFORMATION
Jasmeen M. Shaw, P.E.
Executive Director of Capital Programs
3999 Bridge View DriveCharleston, SC 29405
843-566-1975 (p)
Community Feedback:
Email Us:
Capital@charlestoncountyschools.gov
One Cent Sales Tax
Funding Mechanism: The One-Cent Sales Tax
The entire capital program is funded by a voter-approved one-cent sales tax — formally known as the Education Capital Improvement Sales and Use Tax. Each cycle runs for seven years. The tax funds new school construction, replacement of existing schools, capital maintenance, and technology. Importantly, a significant portion of revenue comes from tourism, which helps reduce the property tax and debt burden on county residents.