Series #8: What do you think about this bond issue topic?
Q: How is the District going to keep that small school feel in a big building?
A: Making a large building feel smaller was a focal point, both of the Board of Education and the committee who worked with the architect. It is important that a new building retain the community atmosphere of our current buildings. While touring other facilities, the committee discussed this with the architectural firm, DLR, and a plan emerged. The concept design represents a way, through grade level neighborhoods and larger common spaces, to make this happen. The facility is designed for students to spend most of the day in their neighborhood, similar in size to an existing elementary building, with others of similar age. The larger common spaces are to be used during scheduled times, still in smaller age range groups, under supervision. Outside, separate playgrounds based upon age ranges are planned. Additionally, the building allows for access by neighborhoods (before and after school), keeping children in smaller groups.