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Parents and staff members participated in facilities workshops at each of the district’s schools in early June as part of the research being conducted by DLA Architects.
During the workshops participants were asked to ‘Dream Big’ and think about what education will look like in the future and how our existing buildings meet those needs, said Chief School Business Official Jessica Donato.
Earlier this spring, all staff and parents were invited to participate in a facilities survey. The firm received 500 parent responses and 240 staff member responses. We are grateful to everyone who participated in these workshops and surveys for their commitment to helping ensure our schools are safe and inviting places for our students to learn.
The next step is for the architects to report back to the Buildings and Grounds Committee before the start of the school year. In addition to compiling community feedback, the master facilities planning process includes:
- Architectural surveys of existing facilities;
- Mechanical, electrical and plumbing survey;
- Roof Evaluation and analysis of all buildings;
- Safety and security assessment;
- Capacity studies of all schools including room utilization, programs and services;
- Demographic study to forecast student enrollment;
- Short-term and long-term priorities;
- Project cost estimates for recommended improvements and maintenance items;
- High-level bubble diagrams and preliminary cost estimates for possible remodeling or additions at Meadowbrook.
DLA is working with various engineers, a demographer and a school safety and security specialist to provide their expertise. A final report is expected in December.
Above: Meadowbrook Principal Ericka Garza works with staff members and parents during a facilities visioning workshop in June.
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