Recent influxes of baby boomers coupled with state reforms reducing student-teacher ratios are stretching the limits on available school facilities across the country. Several aspects of the school facilities issue are covered in question-and-answer format; (1) What is the current status of aging school buildings? (2) What are the financial implications of restoring school facilities? (3) What role should states play? (4) What methods are school districts using to improve the solution? (5) What is a capital improvement plan? and (6) What are some elements to consider when repairing or renovating school facilities? Appended are 10 references. (SI)