The Planning and Real Estate Services Department facilitates the preparation of the 5-Year Capital Plan; assists with the development of school boundaries; administers the Address Verification Policy; School Concurrency; develops GIS/Maps and manages "Find My School"; and pursues grants. Also responsible for the acquisition of land needed for new schools, modernizations and additions, and ancillary and support facilities; leasing of School District property and other properties for School District use.

The department is actively involved in promoting health and wellness in numerous ways, through several programs and by serving on various committees.