DCIU Infrastructure Projects
Exciting New Construction Projects Underway and on the Horizon at DCIU!As DCIU continues to expand and innovate, several new construction projects are underway that will enhance our facilities and support our mission of delivering exceptional services and products. These projects represent a significant investment in our infrastructure and our commitment to providing a state-of-the-art environment for our students, employees, clients, and partners.
Follow Along with Infrastructure Updates at DCIU Campuses
Marple Education Center
The Marple Facilities Project, designed to enhance DCIU's educational services while improving the overall functionality of Marple Education Center, is well underway! These new spaces will significantly enhance the center's functionality and better serve students, families, and staff.
Thank you for your patience during the construction process!
Marple Education Center
What's New
- A New Practical Nursing Program (PNP) Building: Our new PNP building opened January 2026. The custom-built space was designed to accommodate rising enrollment and the growing demand for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) by expanding classroom capacity, enhancing hands-on training opportunities, and providing advanced simulation labs that prepare students for today’s evolving healthcare workforce. The new facility features enhanced simulation labs, including advanced labor and delivery mannequins that allow students to practice realistic clinical scenarios. These upgrades help students build essential skills, clinical competence, and confidence before entering the workforce.
- Conference Rooms & Office Space: Our new conference rooms and office space are now open and fully operational, offering staff access to updated meeting areas and workspaces designed to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
- Parent Waiting Room: Our new Parent Waiting Room is open and offers a comfortable, accessible space for parents and families of Early Intervention students visiting the center for diagnostic evaluations and programming.
- Lobby and Front Entrance: Our new lobby and front entrance are open, providing a welcoming space for visitors and a refreshed look for the building.
- School-Age Playground: Marple Education Center's new school-age playground is open and ready for students to explore and enjoy! The expanded space allows more room for outdoor activities.
- Stage: Our stage was reconfigured to improve handicap accessibility, promoting inclusiveness for students and staff.
- Fencing: New fencing was installed along both the west and east sides of the property, enhancing security and aesthetics.
- Parking: Parking has been restructured to add more spaces and improve traffic flow, making drop-offs and pick-ups easier for parents and staff.
What's Coming
- Early Intervention Additional Classrooms: The area previously occupied by the PNP will be remodeled to accommodate classrooms, creating a more tailored environment for young learners. Demolition and framing will begin January 2026.
- Storage: New storage space is being built to meet the growing needs of the center.
- Stormwater Management: An improved system is being implemented to better control runoff, preventing flooding, erosion, and water pollution.
- HVAC Systems: Energy-efficient HVAC systems are being installed to improve energy use and indoor and outdoor quality, creating a more comfortable environment for students and staff.
See the Progress
DCIU's new Practical Nursing Program Building opened in January 2026!
PNP students learning in the Simulation (SIM) Lab
Our new playground opened in the fall of 2025!
Marple Education Center's new lobby
Marple Education Center's new parent waiting room
PNP student learning in the new Simulation (SIM) Lab
Past Updates for the Marple Facilities Project
January 2025
March 2025
April 2025
Site work continues to move forward with expansion of the front parking area, additional parking spaces on the north side of the property, and a reconfiguration of the back parking lot all underway.
The building addition on the south side of the property is under construction as the foundations are set and the steel structure is currently being erected.
May 2025
The Early Intervention waiting area, the loading dock, and storage area are on schedule to be completed by the end of August.
Indoor work on the existing HVAC system has begun with overnight work happening in classrooms to update HVAC systems throughout the building.
New utility feeds have been installed to the building.
June 2025
Questions?
Please send any questions or concerns to MarpleConstruction@dciu.org. Responses to questions submitted will be posted to the Marple Infrastructure Q&A page.
Thank you to DCIU staff, students, and families for their patience and cooperation during our renovations as we work to improve and enhance our spaces to create accessible, modern welcoming, functional, and sustainable environments for our students, families, and staff.
Aston Campus
We are excited to share the progress happening at the DCTS Aston campus as we continue to expand programs and improve learning environments for our students!
These improvements reflect our ongoing commitment to providing high-quality technical education that prepares students for in-demand careers.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to invest in our schools, programs, and - most importantly - our students!
Aston Campus
What’s new:
- Electrical Lab: Our Electrical program now features a fully enhanced and expanded lab, giving students access to even more state-of-the-art equipment and hands-on training opportunities.
- Cosmetology Renovation: Renovations are complete in our Cosmetology classes, which offer updated, larger learning areas to support student creativity, collaboration, and career preparation.
What’s coming:
- Welding Classes: Expansion work is underway on the welding classrooms to accommodate program growth. Upon completion, the improvements will allow the program to double its student capacity and better meet workforce demand.
These improvements reflect our ongoing commitment to providing high-quality technical education that prepares students for in-demand careers. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to invest in our schools, programs, and—most importantly—our students!
See the Updates at Aston
Cosmetology lab esthetics station
Panel structure for new Aston Electrical Construction lab
Inside look to new Electrical Construction panel
Cosmetology lab's nail tech stations
Cosmetology classroom with student stations
Cosmetology lab's new salon care stations
New lockers at DCTS Aston campus
Folcroft Campus
Folcroft Campus
The Folcroft Campus is undergoing a comprehensive renovation that will allow us to expand and enhance our programs.
The renovation includes three additions to the building, which will allow for expansion and upgraded learning and training space:
- Building A will house our Early Childhood Educations programs
- Building B will house Career and Technical Education (CTE) labs
- Building C will expand CTE classes and labs
The three additions are expected to be completed by Fall 2027.
What’s new:
- Building A: Groundbreaking on the new Building A addition occurred on February 2. The new addition will house our Early Childhood Education programs.
- Parking: Construction of our new parking lot at the front of the building is complete. The new lot allows for additional parking to accommodate our growing programs.
- Entrances & Traffic: New entrances have been installed along Henderson Blvd., resulting in updated traffic patterns. Please use caution and follow signage when arriving on campus.
- Stormwater Management: Stormwater system improvements have been completed as part of site development.
What’s coming:
- Groundbreaking on Building B is expected to take place in March
- Groundbreaking on Building C is expected to take place in May
- Comprehensive renovations to the existing building, including all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
See the Progress at Folcroft
Morton Education Service Center
DCIU was thrilled to unveil the transformation of our new main lobby in Morton in Fall 2024. The lobby underwent a makeover including new flooring, modern paint colors and lighting, new ceilings, a sleek reception area, and digital signage to help us communicate DCIU news, updates, and programs.
The improvements extend beyond the inside—our exterior also received a facelift. The side entrances near the executive and business offices had outdated retaining walls that were removed and replaced with attractive new landscaping. The sidewalk leading to the main entrance has been regraded and repoured and we also removed the stairs and ramp, making the entrance flat and more accessible.
DCIU’s new 6,000-square-foot annex was completed in July 2025. This space now serves as the new home for our Information Technology Repair Shop, workspace for our Facilities and Operations team, and much-needed storage.
DCIU is thrilled to welcome everyone to our refreshed and modernized Morton campus!
See the Updates at Morton
