middle school facility improvements for the shawnee

MIDDLE SCHOOL FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE

SHAWNEE MISSION SCHOOL DISTRICT

Middle School Committee Report to

Dr. Gene Johnson, Superintendent

January 31, 2011

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Middle School Committee Members

Bob DiPierro, Deputy Superintendent for Operations Dr. Gillian Chapman, Associate Superintendent, Secondary Schools Dr. Curtis Cain, Associate Superintendent, Educational Services Nancy Coughenour, Manager, Food Service Bruce Kracl, Manager, Operations & Maintenance Betsy Regan, Director of Curriculum Chris White, Supervisor, Bond Program Carla Allen, Principal, Indian Hills Middle School Matt Johnson, Principal, Westridge Middle School Dr. Larry King, Principal, Trailridge Middle School Dr. Scott Sherman, Principal, Antioch Middle School Jim Wink, Principal, Indian Woods Middle School Corrine Blackman, Secretary, Hocker Grove Middle School Chaussee Druen, Certified, Trailridge Middle School Kay Heley, Certified, Antioch Middle School Tammy Rettig, Secretary, SM North High School Susan Smith, Paraprofessional, Santa Fe Trail Elementary School Jeff Storey, Certified, Indian Hills Middle School Johnnie Turner, Certified, Westridge Middle School April Wede, Certified, Indian Woods Middle School David Barth, Community Member, West Area Stoney Bogan, Community Member, South Area Jill Connell, Community Member, West Area Mary Lee Duff, Community Member, East Area Sara Goodburn, Community Member, North Area Lisa Hendricks, Community Member, East Area Jay Meschke, Community Member, South Area Amy Skoog, Community Member, South Area Adam Sterns, Community Member, Northwest Area Ann Zimmerman, Community Member, Northwest Area

Maggie Bridges, Student, Mission Valley Middle School John Kaleekal, Student, SM Northwest High School Lauren Scanlan, Student, SM West High School Brian Schwabauer, Student, SM South High School Harry Schwartz, Student, SM North High School

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 3 Committee Charge…………………………………………………………………………………………………… .............. 3 District Provided Planning Assumptions ............................................................................................ 3 Funding and Timelines ........................................................................................................................ 4 District Enrollment .............................................................................................................................. 4 Projected Enrollment by Middle School Chart ........................................................................ 4 Middle School Configuration & Capacity Chart .................................................................................. 5 Considerations ..................................................................................................................................... 5 Recommended Middle School Capital Improvements ....................................................................... 6 Administration Area ................................................................................................................ 11 Media Center ........................................................................................................................... 18 Computer Labs ........................................................................................................................ 23 Wi-Fi ....................................................................................................................................... 23 Physical Education .................................................................................................................. 23 Typical Classroom ................................................................................................................... 27 Special Programs Classroom .................................................................................................. 29 Science ..................................................................................................................................... 31 Performing Arts ...................................................................................................................... 35 Visual Art ................................................................................................................................ 39 Middle School Family & Consumer Science ....................................................................................... 41 Food Lab .................................................................................................................................. 41 Introduction to FACS and Sewing Lab ................................................................................... 44 Middle School Business ..................................................................................................................... 46 Computer Dimensions, Career Exploration & Money Management ..................................... 46 Middle School Industrial Technology Labs ....................................................................................... 49 Projects Lab ............................................................................................................................ 49 Technology Lab with Modules ................................................................................................. 51 Technology Lab with Gateway ................................................................................................ 53 Appendix ............................................................................................................................................ 56

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Introduction For the 2011-12 school year the Shawnee Mission Board of Education determined that the district will close two middle schools at the conclusion of the 2010-11 school year and operate five middle schools to accommodate the middle school program within the district. District staff identified critical district needs for the 2011-2012 school year. A review of the five middle schools was conducted to determine necessary improvements to each school. This review included infrastructure, aesthetics, facility needs to offer the program of studies, considerations for future trends and enrollment patterns. The Middle School Facilities Committee reviewed data and information provided by building administrators and district personnel to develop suggested improvements.

Committee Charge

The Middle School Facilities Committee was created by the superintendent for the purpose of determining the scope of facility needs to effectively and efficiently upgrade the existing five middle schools, grades 7-8. Construction of new buildings was not within the scope of this committee. Members of the committee were selected by the superintendent and the NEA-SM. The committee members represented each high school attendance area and included students, parents, middle school principals, classified staff, and district personnel. The committee met on December 9, December 16, January 6, January 13, and January 20 from 6:00-9:00 pm. Building tours were conducted at Westridge Middle School and Hocker Grove Middle School. The committee reviewed exisiting funding, facilities, programs, middle school program of studies, athletic facilities and usage. The committee reviewed specifications to enhance the existing facilities and provide facilities which will facilitate the program of studies, taking into consideration exisiting buildings and specific building needs. The process used to develop timelines, scope of projects, and estimates of cost were reviewed for the committee and provided necessary background information for decision making. For planning purposes the committee considered a life cycle of at least 15-20 years.

District Provided Planning Assumptions As defined by district guidelines, the following assumptions are considered in the scope of any final project recommendations.

Buildings should be safe, energy efficient, aesthetically pleasing, and support the educational programs.

The needs of general education students, special education students, students with disabilities, and English language learners should be considered in facilities planning.

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Building infrastructure equipment and/or systems should be replaced in a timely manner in order to maximize the life of the building.

Investments will be made so all middle schools meet the standards set forth by the Shawnee Mission School District.

Funding and Timelines

Improvements and additions to the buildings will be funded using existing capital outlay. Dependent upon the scope of the projects, each building may receive between $6-$10 million dollars in enhancements. Due to the magnitude of the projects, the projects will not be done simultaneously. It is expected that only two buildings can be completed at one time. The projects should begin with Hocker Grove and Indian Hills Middle School. The other three buildings will be determined based on the scope of the work required and the planned cycle improvements.

District Enrollment

The Shawnee Mission School District expects to serve a fairly stable student population. The demographic information suggests that the district could see a decrease of about 0.6 percent in the next two years and then an average increase of approximately 0.2 percent per year. Currently the district is in the third year of a trend with a slight increase at the elementary level. Due to the number of transfers, at the present time those calculations are being reviewed and revised. None of the schools are predicted to exceed their maximum capacity. The following chart reflects the current student enrollment and transfers as of 12/21/11. Final enrollment and projects will be revised after all transfer requests are processed for 2011-12.

Projected Enrollment By Middle School and Year

Hocker Indian Hills Indian Woods Trailridge Westridge Total

2011-12 807 775 664 818 963 4,027

2012-13 817 761 718 775 951 4,022

2013-14 819 855 748 775 916 4,113

2014-15 836 871 733 790 909 4,139

2015-16 848 844 738 783 891 4,104

2016-17 907 862 769 798 920 4,256

2017-18 919 851 767 795 898 4,230

2018-19 879 829 763 765 870 4,106

2019-20 870 831 761 756 863 4,081

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Middle Schools

Following is a chart showing building configurations and capacities as of January 20, 2011:

# Class rooms

Class. Max 15 Gym IT FACS Art Music

Comp.Labs

Sci. Labs Total

Max. Cap.

Prog. Cap.

# Lockers

Proj. Enroll.

Hocker Grove 22 3 2* 2 2 1 2 2 4 37 933 840 742 919

Indian Hills 25

2* 2 2 2 1 2 4 40 960 864 452 871

Indian Woods 28

3* 2 2 2 2 2 6 50 1,128 1,015 665 769

Trailridge 22 3 3* 2 2 1 2 3 4 39 981 883 685 818

Westridge 33 6 3* 2 2 2 2 3 7 54 1,386 1,247 944 963

*Includes 2 Teaching Stations Maximum capacity is roughly determined by multiplying the total number of classrooms by 24.

Program capacity is determined by taking 90% of the maximum capacity.

Considerations The five middle schools are roughly 50-60 years old. Due to the cycle of scheduled preventative maintenance and regularly scheduled upgrades, each building has had enhancements through the years. By utilizing existing capital outlay, more improvements can be made without requiring a bond referendum to fund the additions and improvements. Principals and staff identified the various needs for each facility. The committee prioritized the needs based on available information and discussion.

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Recommended Middle School Capital Improvements

Estimates are based on previous projects. The “X” indicates that area will be considered at the

school.

Area

Hocker

Grove

Indian

Hills

Indian

Woods

Trailridge Westridge

MPR/Kitchen

Expansion/Renovations

X X X X

$957,600

X

$1,096,430

Auxiliary Gym with Stage with

seating

X X X X X

Video Cameras

Indoor/outdoor

X X X X X

Classroom Additions X X N/A X N/A

Secure Front Office

Entrance

8/2005

X

$303,380

X

$655,315

X

$384,255

X

$621,850

Restroom Upgrades/Additions X

$358,976

X

$461,239

X

$538,022

X

$651,553

X

($423,023)

Media Center/Library

Expansion/Renovations

8/2005

X

$496,780

8/2006

X X

$650,000

Computer Lab X X X X

Lockers

200

350-800

$296,955

800

$523,440

200 100

Science Room Addition X X N/A X N/A

Keyless Card Access X

$20,000

X

$25,000

X

$27,500

X

$25,000

X

$30,000

FACS remodel

$323,000

X

$315,000

$387,000

X

$398,000

X

$414,000

Instrumental Room Addition 8/2005 X N/A N/A N/A

Energy Efficiency Windows

(ECM)

X

X

X

X

X

Art Room Addition-Expansion X N/A X N/A

Wellness Room X X expand N/A X

Fitness Track with Work Out

Stations X X X X

Kiln Room X X

Parking X X N/A X N/A

Storage X X X

Canopy N/A X X N/A N/A

Driveway

N/A

N/A

X

$70,000

N/A

N/A

Elevator Upgrade $30,000 $30,000 $50,000 $30,000 New „11

Counselor Remodel X X N/A X N/A

Locker Room Renovation X

$329,000

X

$284,000

$470,000

$360,000

Nurse remodel X X X

WiFi expand X X

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Multi-Purpose Room/Kitchen Expansion/Renovations: Renovate the existing kitchen and cafeteria areas to include creation of new serving areas for entrée, ala carte, and snack bar and appropriate sized area for eating. Cashier locations will be revised to improve efficiency. Kitchen areas will be renovated to include food preparation, cooking, storage, laundry, dietary office, and staff areas. New kitchen equipment will be placed to include new freezer and refrigeration. The kitchen and cafeteria areas will receive new flooring, ceilings, wall finishes and mechanical/electrical/plumbing and technology upgrades. New cafeteria tables and chairs will be placed, as necessary. Evaluate existing stage area for expansion of multi-purpose room. Buildings will be evaluated to determine if seating capacity needs to be increased. Removal of the multi-purpose room stage for additional seating will be evaluated. Auxiliary Gym With Stage and Seating: Construct a new Auxiliary Gymnasium addition of approximately 8,000 square feet with seating and a performance stage. The gym will accommodate an 84’ x 50’ basketball court with two basketball court cross courts and two volleyball cross courts. The gym will include six ceiling hung rectangular basketball goals, associated wall pads, a drop-type divider curtain, volleyball nets, and retractable bleacher seating for up to 250 spectators. Marker boards, tack boards, intercom system, and stand alone sound systems will be included. An ADA accessible performance stage with curtains, rigging, relocated stage lighting, and sound systems will be incorporated into the auxiliary gym facility. Protective coverings will be installed lighting, scoreboard and clocks. Wellness Room: In association with the auxiliary gymnasium addition, a Wellness/Fitness room will be constructed to provide space for cardiovascular fitness and weight training. It should be adjacent to gymnasium and/or auxiliary gym & locker rooms and be approximately 1,200 sf. The project is to include ―cardio equipment‖ and weight lifting/weight training equipment. Adequate heating and cooling and room ventilation exhaust is to be part of the design. District standards and educational specifications for HVAC, electrical and technology are to be followed. Video Cameras Indoor/Outdoor: Existing CCTV systems will be expanded to provide additional coverage of indoor and outdoor areas to include bus dock/patio areas and parent drop off areas if different. Buildings receiving building additions will receive additional camera coverage for the new construction areas. Renovated areas may receive additional camera coverage, or have cameras relocated to provide sufficient coverage. Renovate Existing PE Locker Rooms: Renovations will address upgrades to ceiling; wall and floor finishes; PE locker replacement; shower, restroom fixture and plumbing replacement; as well as upgrades to lighting and mechanical equipment. If showers are needed, consider combination shower/changing stalls. Classroom Additions: Additional classrooms for math, language arts, social studies, international language and ELL will be constructed at the middle schools. Each building will be assessed on existing classrooms and projected enrollment. The classrooms are to include lecture space for 30

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students. The district design and construction standards and educational specifications for finishes, HVAC, electrical and technology are to be followed. Storage: Additional storage areas and mobile units should be provided for traveling staff members and will be addressed as appropriate with new building additions and/or renovations. Additional storage areas may be developed to accommodate curriculum and teacher storage needs. In the consideration of new classroom addition, new storage areas needs should be incorporated. Secure Front Office: Work to include renovation of the existing main entry areas and/or building additions to incorporate lockable controlled entry areas at the main administrative office. Includes renovation and remodeling of the entire administrative offices to include (as applicable) general office, principal and associate principal offices, counselor, nurse, faculty lounge, staff restrooms, conference room, work space, production, mailboxes, kitchenette, etc. Also includes exterior modifications as necessary to bring public access to the revised building entrance. Entrance: The primary building entrance will be addressed in the ―Secure Front Office‖ projects. Other building entrances will be reviewed to determine if they are ADA accessible and/or meet operational requirements of the building. Selected entrances may be upgraded to accommodate ADA access requirements and/or provide appropriate entry. Canopy: Buildings that have no canopies will have canopy areas developed at the strategic drop-off/pick-up locations. Existing canopies will also be assessed to determine if additional canopy area is needed and/or to correct open canopy areas. Driveway: Driveways will be assessed to determine if sufficient queuing space and turning radius space is available to accommodate additional bus traffic and/or parent drop-off/pick-up areas. As needed, new and or additional driveway areas may be developed to accommodate the additional traffic loads for the site. Restroom Upgrades/Additions: Renovations will be performed on boys’ and girls’ restrooms, staff and lounge restrooms, nurses’ restrooms, and other public restrooms. The renovations will include new ceilings, walls, and floor finishes; new plumbing and fixtures; as well as lighting and mechanical/exhaust upgrades. Media Center/Library Expansion/Renovations: Renovate, upgrade and expand the existing media center/library to include improved configuration and aesthetic enhancements. Scope of work is to include new shelving and new finishes throughout all areas of the media center/library.

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Computer Lab: One 30 station computer lab will be established in each middle school Media Center/Library. Additional 30 station computer labs will be established in two other classroom locations. Labs will be available to all curriculum areas for regular instructional use and testing using desktop computers. Lockers: Existing academic lockers will be replaced with new lockers where needed. Concurrently, the corridor walls will be upgraded to achieve a fire rated assembly. Work includes construction of new wall sections behind and/or above the lockers, renovation of classroom soffit areas, and upgrades to classroom doors and frames. Science Room Addition: Additional science labs are to be constructed and/or remodeled where needed. Labs are to accommodate 28 students in lecture and lab settings, include a teacher demonstration unit and storage. The projects are to include new finishes, lighting, additional technology upgrades and associated power. District design and construction standards and educational specifications for HVAC, electrical and technology are to be followed. Keyless Card Access: Keyless card access systems will be added at selected building entrances. The system will allow access to the building utilizing swipe cards issued to district personnel. The system will provide for control and authorization of cards from a centralized location in addition to the individual building. An infrastructure cycle program is earmarked to address these installations in the future. FACS Remodel: The Labs are to include a lecture area for 27 students, 6 kitchen stations, a teacher demonstration area, pantry area with room for a washer and dryer, refrigerators (2), a freezer (1) and storage. The projects are to include new ceilings, flooring, and wall finishes, lighting, additional technology upgrades and associated power Performance Arts Room Addition At Indian Hills Middle School an additional instrumental/performing arts classroom is to be added. The new room should be multi-purpose for vocal and instrumental music and should be approximately 1000 square feet. It will include practice rooms (2), large instrument storage room and instrument storage lockers. Instrument storage lockers can be relocated from closed buildings. District design and construction standards and educational specifications for HVAC, electrical and technology are to be followed. Energy Efficiency Windows (ECM): Existing and original single glazed windows will be targeted for replacement with new energy efficient dual glazed and insulated glazing systems. The new windows will reduce outside air and moisture intrusion and result in decreased energy costs. Specific areas to be addressed include existing corridor and courtyard areas.

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Art Room Addition/Expansion: Additional art rooms and kiln rooms are to be constructed and/or remodeled. Art rooms are to accommodate 28 students in lecture and lab settings, include a separate kiln room and include storage. The projects are to include new finishes, lighting, additional technology upgrades and associated power. District design and construction standards and educational specifications for HVAC, electrical and technology are to be followed. Kiln Room: Reference ―Art Room Addition/Expansion‖ scope of work. Fitness Track with Work Out Stations: An asphalt fitness trail will be added at sites that do not currently have a trail. Existing trails at Trailridge and Westridge will be assessed for necessary repairs and upgrades. Minimum trail lengths will be established. The trails will be upgraded with the addition of new exterior work out stations along the path of the trails. Parking: The number of necessary parking stalls will be evaluated based on revised numbers of building staff and anticipated need for visitor parking. Where determined to be necessary, existing parking areas will be expanded or new additional parking added to accommodate the necessary staff and /or visitor parking needs. Elevator Upgrade: Existing elevator installations will be assessed to accommodate updated code requirements, reestablish original equipment manufacturer operational specifications, and/or improve operation. An established elevator equipment cycle program addresses these requirements. Counselor Remodel: Addressed in ―Secure Front Office‖ scope of work. Locker Room Renovation: Addressed in ―Renovate Existing PE Locker Rooms‖ scope of work. Nurse remodel: Addressed in ―Secure Front Office‖ scope of work. WiFi expand: Existing access points will be moved from closed buildings in order to increase the performance of the wireless access. Increased bandwidth has also been addressed. Following are educational specifications that were received and reviewed by the committee. These specifications will be evaluated by district operations staff and architects and will be used to establish the scope of new projects.

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Program Area: Administration Area

I. Goals & Objectives: To provide a professional setting for staff members, parents and students.

II. Planned Activities:

Secure entry & waiting Reception & Administrative Offices Attendance Nurse, SRO & Counseling Conferences room

III. Organization, Orientation and Spatial Relationship Notes:

Located for easy access from outside for parents and staff

Located to provide a secure entry and access to the building

IV. Staffing Information:

Personnel to be accommodated: Parents, principal, associate principals, bookkeeper, SRO, receptionist, administrative assistants, nurse, para-professionals, teaching staff and counselors.

V. Program Areas: Administration Areas

Program Area: Reception and Waiting

Purpose: To provide a professional setting for at least four staff members. Personnel to be accommodated: One receptionist & three administrative assistants. Orientation/Spatial relationships: Readily accessible and visually open to lobby area. Immediately accessible to reception area, principal’s office, associate principals’ offices, work room, counseling and health services.

Space needs: approximately 1500 s.f. based on current physical structure. Equipment and furniture needs:

Six 2-drawer lateral files, legal-size, with plastic laminate tops (built-in)

Three secretarial desks with chairs. Space for computer, printer and typewriter

Two side chairs and small table and chair (for filling out forms)

Counter for sign-out and for parents to complete forms

Eighty mailboxes, open front, 10‖x12‖x6‖ min. clear. Top row 5’-6‖ above floor (max.) (20 additional mail boxes are added for additional staff.)

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Instructional and communication aides:

Three computers & one shared network printer

Wireless clock tied to master clock system

Intercom control station (can be used at secretarial desk)

Four telephones and Fax machine (dedicated power)

CCTV Monitors (4) w/ Four plex for 30 cameras Utility requirements:

General ceiling mounted lighting (with ceiling mounted occupancy sensor)

Adequate number of light switches near entrances

Multiple 110v. duplex outlet on each wall and above countertop backsplashes

Clean and dedicated power for computers and printer

Data drops for four computers (one for each associate) and one for network printer

Telephone drops (7), one for each for staff (3), Plexar phone, phone system, courtesy phone and FAX machine (w/data drop)

CATV drop

Wireless Access Point

Data Drop for Network Copier

Finishes and Other considerations:

Carpeting

Secure door to entry vestibule

Program Area: Lobby

Purpose: To provide a space for visitors and students to wait for appointments Personnel to be accommodated: Eight to ten visitors Orientation and spatial relationships:

Should be at the primary entrance of the building

Door directly accessible to vestibule to control building access Space needs: 800 s.f. based on physical structure Equipment and furniture needs:

Four to six chairs and side tables

Table and chairs for parents to fill out paperwork

Tack boards Instructional and communication aides:

Telephone

Wireless clock tied to master clock system Utility requirements:

General ceiling mounted lighting (with ceiling mounted occupancy sensor)

One 110v. duplex outlet on each wall

One telephone drop

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Finishes and other considerations:

Carpeting/VCT

Secure door

Program Area: Administrative Offices

Purpose: To provide space for the principal, associate principals and bookkeeper Personnel to be accommodated:

One principal

Two associate principals

One bookkeeper

Orientation and spatial relationships:

Close to the building’s main entrance/exit

Readily accessible to business office and lobby area. Principal’s office should have a visual sight line to main reception area (may not be a consideration, but is an opinion of this team)

Readily accessible to staff and students

Located to provide a convenient means of general building supervision

Adjacent to the clerical work area and reception area

Consider corridor access, if feasible

Ability to view entry of building Space needs: 250 s.f.

Equipment and furniture needs:

Double pedestal desk (w/ space for computer & printer), credenza and swivel desk chair

3 to 4 side chairs, or small table and chairs

Three lateral file cabinets (consider built-in)

Open-front 12‖ deep bookshelves as needed

Storage unit for coats Instructional and communication aides:

Telephone

Intercom control station and intercom speaker with volume control

Computer and printer

TV monitor w/ video broadcast capability Utility requirements:

General ceiling mounted lighting with wall mounted occupancy sensor in light switch

One 110v. duplex outlet on each wall, minimum plus clean and dedicated computer power

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AV, Data and telephone drops

Clock on wireless master clock system


Reverse cable feed to CATV amplifier head Finishes and other considerations:

Carpeting

Sound-proofing of walls

No glass in door or walls, unless provided with blinds

Program Area: Conference Room

Purpose: To provide a professional setting for individual and small group meetings and discussion sessions Personnel to be accommodated:

Principal and professional staff

Parents and students as scheduled

10 to 12 persons maximum

Orientation and spatial relationships:

Accessible to principal’s office may not always be possible, but preferred

Readily accessible to the reception/secretarial area

Corridor access

Space needs: 200 s.f. (per office) Equipment and furniture needs:

Conference table

10 to 12 chairs

Built-in casework with small sink (wall cabinets and countertop) Instructional and communication aides:

Tack board and white board

Data port (for building funded computer) with TDC.

Cable TV and monitor with DVD/VHS player. (reverse cable feed to CATV amplifier - head end)

PA/Intercom with volume control

Telephone

Wireless Clock tied to master clock system

Projector data drop. Provide Projector Infrastructure (note: projector to be ceiling mounted)

Projection Screen 84" x 84"

Utility requirements:

General ceiling mounted lighting switched two-level with wall mounted occupancy sensor in light switch

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One 110v. duplex outlet on each wall plus clean and dedicated computer power (4-plex)

Additional duplex outlets above backsplash (Dedicated for coffee pot)

One AV, data and telephone drop



Carpeting


Door with narrow window

Program Area: Counseling, SRO Offices

Purpose: To provide space for the SRO Officer and counselors Personnel to be accommodated:

One SRO Officer

Two Counselors Orientation and spatial relationships:

Close to the building’s main entrance/exit

Readily accessible to lobby area

Readily accessible to staff and students

Adjacent to the clerical work area and reception area

Consider corridor access, if feasible

Ability to view entry of building (SRO) Space needs: 150 s.f. (per office)


Double pedestal desk (w/ space for computer & printer), credenza and swivel desk chair

2 to 3 side chairs, or small table and chairs

Three lateral file cabinets (consider built-in)

Open-front 12‖ deep bookshelves as needed

Storage unit for coats Instructional and communication aides:

Telephone

Computer and printer Utility requirements:

General ceiling mounted lighting with wall mounted occupancy sensor in light switch

One 110v. duplex outlet on each wall, minimum plus clean and dedicated computer power

AV, Data and telephone drops

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Wireless Access Point Finishes and other considerations:

Carpeting


No glass in door or walls, unless provided with blinds

Program Area: Nurse/Health

Purpose: To provide an area for student examination, health records and space for 4-6 students Personnel to be accommodated: School nurse and up to four students Orientation and spatial relationships:

Direct access from corridor and to clerical area

Direct access to dedicated single-fixture toilet room with shower

Separate space for examination

Space needs: 400 s.f. Equipment and furniture needs:

At least two to three cots with separation by cubicle curtain on tracks

Two to three chairs for waiting

Desk for nurse with space for computer with printer

Two 4-drawer (or lateral) file cabinets, letter size

Lockable medicine cabinet

Lockable upper cabinets (all upper cabinets)

Tall cabinet for large items such as crutches

Full size refrigerator for medications. Water for icemaker.

Counter space for sight and hearing testing equipment


Telephone

Intercom in nurse and restroom with speaker and call-in button.

Computer with printer



General ceiling mounted lighting with ceiling mounted occupancy sensors

stainless steel sink with hot and cold manual faucet and integral eye wash station

At least one 110v. duplex outlet on each wall plus clean and dedicated computer power

Additional duplex outlets above cabinet backsplash

Data and telephone drops

Shower in toilet room

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Water for icemaker in refrigerator


Seamless flooring

Program Area: Workroom and Supply Area Purpose: To provide a location for staff to organize, develop and produce materials. Personnel to be accommodated: Four to five people. Orientation and spatial relationships: Located within administration area with corridor access. Space needs: 400 s.f.


4-5 work station areas (one with computer and printer) (cabinets and countertops with 1-2 knee spaces)

One four-drawer (or lateral) file cabinet per station

One copy machines (3’x5’ footprint, each) with network data drop computer.

Storage for paper and supplies

6’ of 12‖ deep open, adjustable shelving

16’ of 18‖ deep closed shelving

24’ of 30‖ deep counter and 36‖ high lockable base cabinets, with closed upper cabinets

One lockable wardrobe unit for administrative staff use

Lateral/map file


Telephone

Intercom system


Dedicated power for laminators



Numerous electrical outlets above backsplash of countertops

Clean and dedicated power for computer (4-plex)

Data and Telephone drops

Stainless steel sink with hot and cold water (hands free with faucet sensors)

Wireless Access Point Finishes and other considerations:

Carpeting and/or vinyl composition tile

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Program Area: Staff Restrooms

Purpose: To provide toilet facilities for staff use only Personnel to be accommodated: Refer to plumbing code Orientation and spatial relationships: In the vicinity of the administrative offices

Space needs: Two at 50 s.f. Equipment and furniture needs:

Toilet accessories Instructional and communication aides:

Intercom speaker (connected to corridor circuit) Utility requirements:

General ceiling mounted lighting with wall mounted occupancy sensors in light switch

Lavatory hands free faucet sensors

Water closet with infrared flush valve controls

Mirror

Stainless steel shelf

Grab bars

Toilet paper dispenser

Electric Hand dryer

Trash can

Sanitary napkin disposal in women’s toilet

Outlet Finishes and other considerations:

Seamless flooring

Epoxy paint on walls

Program Area: Media Center/Library

I. Goals & Objectives:

The Media Center/Library shall be an interactive space for resource, learning, discovery, research and leisure reading to compliment the middle school curriculum. The Media Center/Library shall contain books, technology, group and individual spaces to facilitate learning. The environment shall be acoustically quiet, lighted for reading with distinct areas for "classroom group" learning, individual research, reading, discovery and computer use.

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The design and layout shall accommodate appropriate supervision of the books, relevant and accessible technologies, and learning areas with a minimal amount of staff.


Display books, reference materials and periodicals Book circulation control General student control and supervision Media center/library administration Individual reading Classroom group instruction Leisure reading and leisure activities Computer access Access to technologies as appropriate Multi-Media Production Staff individual study Small group meetings Book and periodical maintenance/repair/storage Secure storage A.V. equipment/computer carts


The Media Center/library should be located centrally to the academic classroom areas with entrance/exit from primary corridors.

Exterior entrance available for public evening use would be ideal. Access to natural lights. Provide restrooms near entrance beyond security check points. Provide drinking fountain within reading area. Locate the circulation/charge desk for appropriate supervision of entire media

center/library. Orient stacks for visibility from the circulation desk. Provide distinct classroom areas separated by low stack cabinetry. Office/work space must be adjacent to the circulation desk. Periodical storage must be secured. Conference areas must be walled with windows for supervision. Leisure area to be located for good supervision and minimal disruption to

classrooms/conference rooms. Disperse online catalog computers throughout, closely related to stacks. Circulation desk controls book carts and laptop computer storage carts.


Expected to be one media specialists and one aide.

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V. Programming Information:

Program Areas # of Units Students/Unit Programmed

Area

Total Area

Main Reading Room: 1 1470 1470

Class Area 2 24 - 32 720 & 560 1280

Leisure

Reading Area

1

6 - 10

200

200

Computer Areas 1 14 - 28 600 60

Circulation/Charge

Desk

1

2 staff

200

200

Conference Room 1 6 - 8 300 300

Office/Workroom 1 2 staff 250 250

Periodical and

Video/DVD Storage 1 200 200

Total 4500

Main Reading Room:

Class Seating Areas (2): - 1 larger area for 28 to 32 students (20’ x 36’ = 720 s.f.)

w/ drop down projection screen - 1 smaller area for 20 to 24 students (20’ x 28’ = 560 s.f.) - Provide LCD projector with cable TV/DVD in the large classroom

area.)

Leisure Reading Area: - For 6 to 10 students (12’ x 16’ = 192 s.f. - 200 s.f.) - Consider amenities to portray leisure atmosphere and to enrich the

Media Center/library experience.

Stacks: - 18,000 volumes including reference materials. Tall and short units.

(For purpose of figuring shelving, plan for 30 books per a 36" wide shelf.

- Stack aisles must orient for visibility and supervision. - Design to have maximum use of perimeter walls for tall stacks.

- Low Stacks - 3 shelves high (42‖) in areas where visibility is required.

- Tall stacks - 7 shelves high (84‖) in areas along walls or in areas where visibility is not important. - Can use reference stacks to divide class areas.

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Computer Area:

- 14-28 computers for research and internet access. - This area includes computers for "on line cataloging". - All computers to have internet access. - Situate computers for staff to view screens.

Circulation/Change Desk: (2 staff positions) (200 s.f.) - Position for good supervision - in the center of area where possible - Prefer the design to include modular furniture that allows the staff to

reconfigure details and accessories. (These items would be purchased from Capital Outlay)

- Desk space for 1 bar code scanner and 1 demagnetizer - Transaction top to be 39" to match Media center/library furniture vendors’ cabinets. - One section shall be ADA compliant. - Book drop section (1) - 1-2 checkout stations

- Need area to park book carts (2-3) - Adjacent to office/workroom

Office/Workroom: 2 work stations (1 media specialists and 1 aide) (250 s.f.)

Desk - countertop space w/knee holes. (2) computers Casework/counter for work area.

- Rebinding books. - (1) fax - Sink.

Lockable teacher wardrobe Unit. Flat files "island" for poster storage. (desirable but not mandatory) Windows to view circulation desk and Reading Room.

- Maximum sill height 39". Periodical and Video/DVD Storage Room: (300 s.f.)

Movable shelving system 24 - 3' long full height units (Capital Outlay item.)

Fixed shelving 4 - 3' long low height units. View windows to Reading Room.

- Maximum sill height 39". Checkout scanner docking - recharge stations. Head end AV equipment -

- Interface equipment to IT - Store equipment carts - (2) mobile laptop computer carts: 16 each cart w/ printer (2 @ 2' x

4' x 4') Note: Carts can be parked in the periodical storage room

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and/or tucked under a cabinet. Provide electrical to recharge batteries and data to connect printer.

Conference Room: (200 s.f.)

Conference room - 6 to 8 persons seating with table - 24" per chair - Table - 36" x 72"

- Video cable drop - Computer drop - Markerboard - View windows to reading room - Intercom station to call office

VI. Instructional & Communication Aids:

Laptop computer carts (2) (plan for more units in future) (Periodical Storage Room)

Tack boards near entry and circulation desks Tack boards and marker boards in conference room Online computer catalogs (dispersed)

VII. Furniture & Equipment:

Bookshelves - 18,000 volumes - estimate 15,000 shelving inches (600 - 36‖ shelves)

Periodicals shelving system Newspaper display rack (1), dictionary stand and atlas stand Book carts (6) Laptop computer storage carts (2) Tables and chairs – students (14 tables 56 chairs - max) Chairs – conference (8 chairs) Computer tables (20 tables 20 chairs – max) Circulation desk components Chairs at Circulation desk (2) Chairs at Office/Workroom (2)

VIII. Security System:

Book security system with electronic monitoring at entrances, exits and toilet rooms (if inside Media Center/Library)

Demagnetizer at circulation desk.

IX. HVAC & Electrical Issues:

Lighting in stacks should follow aisles. Select light fixtures to minimize glaze on computer screens. Provide floor outlets in class study areas.

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Provide power and data outlets at each computer. Provide one or more clocks for easy visibility. Provide telephones in the office (2) and at the circulation desk (1) Provide intercom station at the circulation desk, in the office and conference

room.

X. Other Considerations:

Walls should be masonry where practical. Walls in offices and conference may be gypsum board. Walls should be painted. Ceilings should be acoustical lay-in tile. Gypsum board at fascia drops. Floor shall be carpet in patterns and borders to allow partial replacement as

wear occurs. Access to natural light is preferred.

Program Areas: Computer Labs

By 2014, 100 percent of district learning spaces will have the necessary technology to meet the curriculum and academic program needs of all students.

Where appropriate, support the implementation of multiple computer platforms.

Program Areas: Wi-Fi Increase wi-fi infrastructure to eliminate dead or slow spots.

Program Area: Physical Education


The physical education programs are intended to meet State of Kansas education requirements and standards and to provide all students a high quality learning experience. The three main areas within the physical education curriculum are ―Healthy Heart‖, ―Life Adventures‖ and ―Team Power‖. Each physical education area shall be equipped with equipment, resources, technology, adequate lighting, utilities and ventilation. The design and layout shall accommodate appropriate supervision.


Physical education classes for 7th and 8th grades

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Team games such as basketball, volleyball and badminton as well as track and field activities

Cardiovascular fitness and weight training School assemblies Morning and evening dismissal Vocal and instrumental concerts and performances Occasional overflow for lunch period activities High school group practices Outside group use for basketball, volleyball, scouts, etc.


Separate from quiet areas of school

Direct access to outside area

Easy access and adjacent to existing gymnasium and locker rooms

Located for easy access from outside for after hours use


Personnel to be accommodated: 3 physical education teachers (male & female)

V. Program Areas:

Program area: Auxiliary Gymnasium


One 84’ x 50’ basketball main court with two 30’ x 60’ volley ball cross courts (consider serving needs for volleyball court placement)

Two (ceiling hung) rectangular glass main basketball goals adjustable from 8’ to 10’ high (with safety tethers). Electric crank and covered keyed switch.

Two cross court basketball courts

Four (ceiling hung, forward fold) rectangular glass cross-court basketball goals four feet from walls, adjustable from 8’ to 10’ high

24’ long x 6’ high x 1‖ thick wall pads on each end wall behind goals & around any protruding elements

Drop-type divider curtain with bottom 8’ of solid material, upper portion mesh (?)

Volleyball sleeves w/ cover plates and equipment for two cross courts

2 - Adjustable chining bars (removable bar for safety) and peg board

Shuffleboard (off the court) & standing long jump (off the court) markings (?)


2 - 4’x4’ Marker board and 2 - 4’x4’ tack board (near door)

Intercom system (call in button & speaker in protected flush mounted wall station).

Stand alone sound system & speakers with remote control

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Efficient high-bay lighting in joist space with wire guards

Wire guards or covers on all electrical items, including light fixtures

At least three 110v. duplex outlets on each wall.

Separate air handling system with humidity control


Two CATV outlets, Wifi & Wireless Access Points

Keycard access to 1 exterior gym door

Sound system with handheld microphones and clip on microphones

Finishes & other considerations:

Masonry block walls, painted with epoxy to at least 8’ above floor

Acoustical treatment on walls and ceiling

Exposed roof structure is acceptable

Ceiling height from floor to lowest structural member should be 24’

Wood Floor System on concrete slab.

Pairs of doors with removable center mullions

End lines 10’ minimum from walls

Side lines 10’ minimum from walls

Black basketball court lines

Red badminton/volleyball court lines

Protection of wall mounted components

Drinking fountain close to entrance of gym

Bathrooms in very close proximity

Consider bleachers for use by outside and school groups (200-300 capacity)

1 scoreboard (district will purchase separately)

Program Area: Gym Storage:

Purpose: To provide space for movable gym equipment Personnel to be accommodated: Occasional use by PE teacher Orientation and spatial relationships: Adjacent to auxiliary gymnasium Space needs: 300 s.f. Equipment and furniture needs:

Volleyball equipment for two cross courts

Gymnastics equipment such as balance beam, pommel horse, mats, etc.

Other equipment as determined by program



At least one 110v. duplex outlet on each wall

Protective coverings for all lighting

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Pair of doors with flush threshold and no center mullion

Storage may be divided into two spaces at each end of gym

Masonry walls with epoxy paint

Lockable storage area for electronics

Metal storage shelving

Sealed concrete floor

Ceiling height tall enough to accommodate all equipment

Consider acoustics in the stage area

Program Area: Fitness/Wellness Room:

Purpose: To provide space to be used for cardiovascular fitness and weight training Personnel to be accommodated: PE teacher Orientation and spatial relationships: Adjacent to gymnasium and/or auxiliary gym & locker rooms Space needs: approximately 1,200 s.f. (Enough space to adequately hold 30 students)


Cardio equipment for 30 plus students (5 treadmills, 5 bikes, 3 elliptical, rowers, 3 stair steppers)

Heart monitors (set of 30) plus lap top for recording fitness data

Weight lifting/weight training equipment (8-10 pieces of equipment)

Moveable benches

Mirrors


XGA projector with sound system and pull down screen (84"x 64')

Combination DVD/VCR player with built-in turner and cable TV hookup

Conduit and boxes for low voltage for XGA projector

PA/Intercom system

Telephone


Adequate heating and cooling

Room ventilation exhaust capable of exhausting minimum one room air change every 15 minutes. Variable speed exhaust is desirable for additional ventilation capability.

Ceiling mounted lighting with wall mounted occupancy sensor light switches.

At least one 110v. duplex outlet on each wall, additional outlets for computer

Clean and dedicated electrical outlets (4-plexes)

1 data and voice drop (printer will be local and doesn’t require a data drop)

Telephone outlet


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Ceiling height needs to be high enough for students on elliptical (10 ft?)

Double doors in and out for moving equipment (interior & exterior)

Windows to outside (provides better atmosphere for training activities)

All floors to be sealed concrete with rubberized flooring

Direct access to exterior and play/athletic fields

Program Area: Fitness Storage Room:

Purpose: To provide secure space for storage of equipment and replacement parts Personnel to be accommodated: Occasional use by PE teacher Orientation and spatial relationships: Adjacent to Fitness Room Space needs: 200 s.f. Equipment and furniture needs:

Equipment as determined by program



At least one 110v. duplex outlet on each wall


Pair of doors with flush threshold and no center mullion

Masonry walls with epoxy paint

Lockable storage area for electronics

Shelving

VCT or sealed concrete floor

Program Area: Typical Classroom


The typical classroom spaces are intended to meet State of Kansas education requirements and standards and to provide all students a high quality learning experience. Each classroom area shall be equipped with equipment, resources, technology, adequate lighting, utilities and ventilation. The design and layout shall accommodate appropriate supervision.


Math Language Arts

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Social Studies International Language Gifted education— with computer drops


Located in quiet areas of school


Personnel to be accommodated: Teachers, para-professionals, etc.

V. Program Areas: Typical Middle School Classroom

Purpose: To provide space for students in grades 7 & 8 Orientation and spatial relationships:

Located with easy access to the library Located near toilets and drinking fountains Located near teachers work area

Space needs: Classrooms each at 900 s.f. Equipment and furniture needs:

Twenty-eight - thirty individual student desks (flat, large tops preferred 21x28) with storage space underneath and chairs

One teacher’s desk (with space for computer and printer) and chair

Two 2-drawer lateral file cabinets, legal size, lockable

One 2-drawer file cabinet, letter size, lockable

Eighteen linear feet of book shelving

Lockable wardrobe unit for teacher

34‖ high base cabinets with plastic laminate countertops

Tables for up to 4 student computers and chairs Instructional and communication aides:

Sixteen linear feet of marker board with map hooks

12‖ high tack board surface above marker

Twelve linear feet of tack board

XGA projector with sound system and 84‖ wide pull down screen

Combination DVD/VCR player with built-in turner and cable TV hookup (provide conduit and boxes for low voltage cabling from teacher’s desk to XGA projector)

PA/Intercom system and telephone

Teacher’s computer and 4 student computers with network printer

Student response system, airliner tablet (at minimum for every math teacher), document camera (at minimum for every social studies and language arts teacher) and sound amplification system

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General ceiling mounted lighting with front row switched separately from other double switched (inboard/outboard) fixtures. Provide ceiling mounted occupancy sensors.

One stainless steel sink with hot and cold water and electric faucet

At least four 110v. duplex outlets on each wall

Two four plex outlets by teacher’s desk

Several electrical outlets above countertop backsplash, away from sink


2 data and 1 voice drop by teacher’s desk and TDC (computer and network printer)

4 data drops for student computers

Clock on wireless master-clock system

PA/Intercom system and telephone outlets

1 network data drop at projector.

1 network drop for wireless access point Finishes and other considerations:

VCT flooring in and around wet areas

Sound-proof walls

Windows with mini-blinds; heavier blinds that don’t flap and make noise over the window unit blowers

Corridor tack boards and tack strips

Provide an area for tables to provide interest and work areas

Solid surface windowsills

Space should be flexible, with ability to teach in any part of the room

Program Area: Special Programs Classroom


Each classroom area shall be equipped with equipment, resources, technology, adequate lighting, utilities and ventilation. The design and layout shall accommodate appropriate supervision.


English Language Learners—general classrooms next to each other, with computers drops (6)

Resource Room—specific guidelines below


Located in quiet areas of school

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Personnel to be accommodated: Teachers, para-professionals, etc.

V. Program Areas:

Program area: Middle School Special Programs Classroom Purpose: To provide space for students in grades 7 & 8

Orientation and spatial relationships: Located with easy access to the library Located near toilets and drinking fountains Located near teachers work area Space should be flexible, with ability to teach in any part of the room

Space needs: Classroom each at 600-900 s.f. Accessible storage space for OT/PT equipment (standers, walkers, etc.) Equipment and furniture needs:

Eighteen individual student desks (flat tops) and chairs

Two teacher’s desks (with space for computer and printer) and chair

Two 2-drawer lateral file cabinets, legal size, lockable

One 2-drawer file cabinet, letter size, lockable

Lockable ―lockers‖ like in the instrumental music rooms for para to put purse/belongings

Fifteen linear feet of book shelving (OH or tall unit)

Lockable wardrobe unit for teacher

34‖ high base cabinets with plastic laminate countertops

Tables for up to 4 student computers and chairs Instructional and communication aides:

Sixteen linear feet of marker board with map hooks

12‖ high tack board surface above marker

Twelve linear feet of tack board

XGA projector with sound system and 84‖ pull down screen

Combination DVD/VCR player with built-in turner and cable TV hookup (provide conduit and boxes for low voltage cabling from teacher’s desk to XGA projector)

PA/Intercom system and telephone

Teacher’s computer and 4 student computers with network printer

Beyond Question student response system, airliner tablet and amplification system

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General ceiling mounted lighting with front row switched separately from other double switched (inboard/outboard) fixtures. Provide ceiling mounted occupancy sensors.

One stainless steel sink with hot and cold water with electric faucet

Kitchenette area with microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer for life skills/ vocational focus

At least four 110v. duplex outlets on each wall



2 data and 1 voice drop by teacher’s desk and TDC (computer and network printer)

4 data drops for student computers



1 network data drop at projector.

Wireless Access Points Finishes and other considerations:

VCT in and around wet areas

Sound-proof walls

Windows with mini-blinds

Corridor tack boards and tack strips

Provide an area for tables to provide interest and work areas

Solid surface windowsills

Program Area: Science


The science programs are intended to meet State of Kansas education requirements and standards and to provide all students a high quality learning experience and introduction to the ever increasing and complex technology of the world and life through science education. The science program shall teach the students to explore and discover science and nature through the scientific method of investigation and daily problem solving. Each science classroom shall be equipped with equipment, resources, technology, adequate lighting, utilities and ventilation to stimulate the learning experience intended for content of the classroom function. The design and layout shall accommodate appropriate supervision and allow for "hands-on" teaching assistance.


Small and large group instruction. Lecture and lab spaces.

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Use of computers, digital scales, probe ware and microscopes for information and analysis.

Use of overhead projectors, video projection, network video and marker boards.

Growing and research of plant materials. Study of animals. Physical science, earth/space science and biological science investigations.


The location of as many classrooms as possible with exterior exposure would be an advantage due to natural lighting needs and for ease of ventilation requirements. Labs should have direct access to prep rooms where possible.

The classrooms should be designed as similar as possible to allow for "cross use" as enrollment dictates. Cabinets need to be provided specific for microscope storage.


One teacher per classroom/lab

V. Programming Information: (per building) TBD

Program Areas # of Units Room #‟s Area/Rm Total Area

Classroom/Lab 4-6

Storage/Prep Area 2-3

Total

Science Lab Classroom (approximately 1,000 s.f. is the preferred size) Teacher’s Demonstration/Teaching Area:

One (1) 28‖ x 48‖ teacher demonstration unit with sink, hot and cold water, drain and 2 grounded electrical duplex outlets (at front of cabinet). Counter top to be heat and chemical resistant. Base cabinet is to include sink base cabinet, CPU cabinet and a drawer bank.

One 28" x 48" teacher desk with heat and chemical resistant top, a pencil drawer and a drawer bank. (attach to the demo unit)

One 28‖ x36‖ rolling storage unit with heat and chemical resistant top. Approximately 12 LF of white board, 4 LF of tack board behind teacher

demonstration station and 8 LF of tack board located elsewhere in the lab classroom.

LCD Projector facing headwall of classroom with VCR/DVD capability. Provide electrical outlet, cable TV and network data drop.

Pull down screen for video projection at front of the classroom (5 ft wide minimum).

At the teacher demonstration station, provide microscope projection equipment to project image from demonstration station onto a screen or classroom monitors.

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Class Seating/Lecture Area: Lecture area for 28 students w/ drop down projection screen 14 lab stations/tables (24‖ x 54‖) accommodating 28 students.

(This provides approximately 24" x 27" lab space per student.)

Lab Area:

1 lab station/table = 2 students 4-5 sinks approximately 18‖ x 18‖ x 12", with hot and cold water and

gooseneck faucet with serrated tip. (One sink to be ADA accessible) One large utility sink in lab area for cleaning fish tanks and cages. 1 wireless laptop computer per 2 students with network data and data

probe capability. All counter/work tops to be heat and chemical resistant resin. Core construction of cabinets adjacent to sinks should be water

resistant. Lockable individual lab station storage for lab equipment. Provide student project storage in the classroom. Prefer tubs in

cabinets. One (1) tub per 2 students (28 students per lab classroom) = 14 tubs per class x 8 classes per day = 112 tubs. Desire 18" x 12" x 5" deep. May need another cabinet to accommodate increased enrollment.

Lockable storage with drawers and adjustable shelving around classroom walls. (Upper cabinets, base cabinets and tall cabinets.

1 grounded electrical convenience duplex outlet per station (2 students) Light level of 75 foot candles at lab stations.

1 eyewash station in the classroom/lab with travel distance not greater than 25 feet (possibly located at utility sink or over floor drain). A more durable lever-handle is desirable.

All floors to be vinyl tile surface.

Provide floor drain for botanical growth unit with growth lighting located in the classroom. (Furnishings items on a cart.)

Provide fire extinguisher in lab classroom. Room ventilation exhaust capable of exhausting minimum one room air

change every 5 minutes. Variable speed exhaust is desirable for additional ventilation capability.

Fire extinguisher and fire blanket

Preparation/Storage Room:

Preparation/storage rooms to be at a ratio of at least one room to four lab classrooms and should be centrally located between or adjacent to the labs classrooms with access from two or multiple rooms. Consider storage needs of multi-floor facilities if science labs are located on multiple levels.

Lockable microscope storage in centrally located mobile cabinet. Provide 14 microscopes with an approximate size of 14‖ high x 7‖ wide x 10‖ deep. (Existing microscopes at closing schools should be reallocated based on enrollment and inventory.)

60‖ lab station similar in function to teacher demonstration station.

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Computer with data probe capability and network drop. Lockable storage including adjustable shelving and drawer space in

addition to the lab station. Room ventilation accommodating one air change every 5 minutes. 4-6 File Cabinets (min. 1 per classroom) 4-6 Prep Carts(needed for traveling teachers) Open adjustable shelving above counter space. Standard refrigerator/freezer unit (1 per 4 lab rooms) (existing

relocated). Fire extinguisher and fire blanket. Lockable space with some individual locking drawers, chemical

resistant. Open adjustable shelving. Shelves should be wood shelves and have

lips on the front for chemical storage. Flammable and acid storage cabinets (must be vented and locked). (The

existing cabinets in adequate condition to be relocated.) Dishwasher (per level of building) Ice machine (one for department use)

VI. Instructional & Communication Aids:

Wireless laptop computer carts (plan for more units in future) LCD Projector facing headwall of classroom with VCR/DVD capability. Each

unit shall have an electrical outlet, cable TV and network data drop. Pull down screen for video projection at front of the classroom (5 ft wide). At the teacher demonstration station, provide microscope projection

equipment to project image from demonstration station onto a screen or classroom monitors.

1 wireless laptop computer per 2 students with network data and data probe capability.

Tack boards and marker boards in front of room and tack boards near entry and teachers’ desks

VII. Furniture & Equipment:

14 lab stations/tables (24‖ x 54‖) and 2 chairs per lab table accommodating 28 students. (This provides approximately 24" x 27" lab space per student.) Wireless laptop computers and storage carts w/ printers.

VII. HVAC & Electrical Issues:

Lighting in classroom/lab areas should follow lab stations. Provide a dimmer switch for the row of lights nearest the projection screen. Select light fixtures to minimize glaze on computer screens. Provide power and data outlets at each teacher’s computer. Provide telephones in the offices and classroom/labs Provide intercom station in the office and conference room

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1 grounded electrical convenience duplex outlet per station (2 students) Light level of 75 foot candles at lab stations. Provide 1 eyewash station in the lab with travel distance not greater than 25

feet (possibly located at utility sink or over floor drain). Provide floor drain for botanical growth unit. Provide room ventilation exhaust capable of exhausting minimum one room

air change every 5 minutes. Variable speed exhaust is desirable for additional ventilation capability.

Provide 4-6 data drops adjacent to lab stations for future data collection capabilities.

IX. Other Considerations:

Walls should be masonry with epoxy paint. Ceilings should be acoustical lay-in tile. Floors shall be VCT.

Program Area: Performing Arts

I. Goals and Objectives:

Provide support for students enrolled in grades 7 and 8 instrumental music, jazz band, vocal music or performance class. Spaces are needed for instructional and performance preparation as well as a space for public performance. The environments shall be acoustically designed for proper sound absorption and reverberation, shall be equipped for sound reinforcement and lighting, and shall be adequately separated from the other classroom spaces so that disruption will not occur. There shall be adequate HVAC systems to support all the spaces with no sound bleed.


Band

Orchestra

Choir/Vocal Music

Practice Area (support electronic equipment and technology)

Storage for percussion, large instruments and equipment

Performance (Drama) classes

Costume/Prop Storage

Concerts

Musical Plays

All-School Assemblies

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III. Organization, Orientation and Spatial Relationships:

Music rehearsal spaces should be adjacent and sound-proofed.

Music Practice rooms should be in the rehearsal space with sound proofing and a window for supervision.

Performance classrooms should have adequate space for riser set-up and mock rehearsals. An area with a curtain would provide authentic preparation.

Performance classes should have access to the stage area during class time for rehearsal.

Acoustics: An acoustical analysis should be considered to rate each space to determine specific acoustical needs.

Restrooms very near to the rehearsal space are necessary as students are often changing into and out of concert dress/costumes at school.

All performing arts spaces will provide ADA accessibility.

IV. Program Area: Music Department:

Each middle school shall have two separate music rehearsal facilities not including the stage. Music rehearsal rooms will accommodate band, choir and orchestra classes.

The two music rooms should be multi-purpose for band, choir or orchestra i.e. choir and orchestra approx. 1000 sq. ft; band approx. 1200 s.f.

Teaching ―Wall‖ o 84‖ wide projection screen and white boards, at least one music staff-lined,

should be placed appropriately for teacher to provide instruction. The arrangement would allow for the projection screen and board to be visible simultaneously.

o Space should be provided for conductor podium and conductor stand. o Bulletin boards for announcements and teaching activities should be placed

appropriately.

Music storage o Space for 2 four-drawer filing cabinets should be provided for in each

rehearsal area: method books, jazz band, small ensemble music o Additionally, space in this area should be sufficient to hold a work table.

Instrument storage o Wenger-style cabinets should be available for school-owned and student

owned instruments. o Large string instruments: basses and cellos will be stored on string

instrument racks. o A separate space should be considered for the storage of jazz and percussion

equipment. As equipment is expensive, this space should be secured. o Doors to all performance areas should be double doors with removable center

mullions for moving of equipment.

Other storage o When planning instrumental rehearsal spaces, room to place stands, chairs,

percussion equipment and keyboards should be considered.

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o Choir rooms will need space set aside for folio storage (a rolling cart would be used for music and choir folders).

Practice rooms o Each music rehearsal room should have at least 2 practice rooms with a

window for student supervision. o Practice rooms should come equipped with ample outlets for the use of

portable electronic equipment. o Computer drops should be installed to support music practice software.

(Smart Music) o Practice rooms should be acoustically sound proofed from the rest of the area

All rehearsal spaces should have easy access to the multi-purpose room and gym as music equipment will be moved for performances.

Teaching Support space o A space with a desk, phone and computer drops is needed for teacher to

manage program: planning, parent communication, music notation, music sequencing, music recording, inventory management, grading and aural assessment.

o Ample outlets are necessary to use computer and portable electronic devices. o A storage closet should be provided in the teacher support space.

Electronic equipment o All rehearsal spaces should be equipped with an XGA digital projector

permanently mounted in the ceiling. o All rooms should be set-up for ensembles to both record and have the ability

to listen to recordings. A space should be provided to house electronic sound/recording equipment. This space should be secure. Speakers should be mounted in the room to provide appropriate sound

o Ample outlets should be provided in all spaces for the use of portable electronic equipment: amplifiers, keyboards, etc.

Band rooms, Orchestra rooms & Choir rooms to have carpeted flat floors.

V. Program Area: Performance/Concert Space:

Each middle school shall have a performance stage with lighting, sound, curtains and adequate audience seating. The height of the stage should be conducive to premium visuals with audience members seated on the floor. Storage for music and performance class items should be provided:

Locking cabinet for sound system components (sound and light systems from 2005 bond should be re-purposed)

Locking cabinet for light board and roundels

Space for acoustic or electric piano

Costume and equipment storage for Middle School Performance classes

Storage for choral risers and choral shell

Projector and screen

Doors to all performance areas should be at least four feet wide to accommodate movement of equipment.

Stages: Wood flooring painted flat black

Maximum visibility for audience should be provided

ADA accessibility – ramp preferred to lift

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VI. Instruction and Communication Aids:

VCR/DVD Player (VHS)

Ceiling-mounted data projector to project on to screen

Projection screen

Tack boards near instructor’s teaching station

Teacher computer and laser printer

Color printer

Document camera for projection

Sound System with audio playback and recording capabilities in a locking cabinet

VII. Furniture and Equipment:

60 Wenger-style music chairs

25 Wenger-style music stands

File cabinets

Instructor desk and chair


Color laser printer

Printer tables

Bookshelves

VIII. HVAC and Electrical Issues:

All rehearsal spaces should be equipped with water fountains.

Band rehearsal spaces should have a sink for cleaning of instruments.

Lighting to be appropriate for classroom use

Data drops and power for practice rooms and instructor’s desk, projector, VCR/DVD, cabling for media (i.e., ―Video on Demand‖)

One or more clocks for easy visibility

Intercom

Telephone for instructor’s desk

IX. Finishes:

Walls should be masonry where practical

Walls should be painted with semi-gloss or epoxy paint for durability and cleaning

Ceiling should be acoustical lay-in tile

Rehearsal room floors should be carpet

Practice room and storage room floors should be VCT tile.

Window blinds should be no wider than 4’ for ease in use.

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Program Area: Visual Art

I. Program Area: Art Classroom:

Purpose: To provide space for middle school art program

Personnel to be accommodated: 28 students and one teacher

Orientation and spatial relationships: Adjacent to existing Art room and with Immediate access to exterior (consider a patio area)

Space needs: 1500 s.f.


2-D and 3-D art classes

Multi-Media presentation including digital photography and portfolios

Outdoor drawing

Use of computers for Multi-media production

Classroom lecture and demonstration

III. Equipment and furniture needs:

Six butcher block tables with locker bases 64‖ x 54‖

36 adjustable stools

Teacher’s desk (with space for computer & printer) and chair

Reinforced, overhead open shelving and lockable storage cabinets

Two 2-drawers lateral file cabinets (for teacher)

Two 18‖ x 48‖ drying racks on casters

Spray booth counter top (30‖ deep, 34‖ high) without overhead cabinet

Flat file (36‖ deep, 48‖ wide, 34‖ high) for paper cutter with no overhead cabinets and paper storage

Vertical slot storage for 18 X 24‖ drawing boards (at least 30 slots)

IV. Instructional and communication aides:

16 linear feet of marker board with adjacent tack board

Additional tack boards for display of work

XGA projector with sound system and pull down screen (84‖ wide)

DVD/VCR player at teacher’s desk

Teacher’s computer with wireless mouse and printer

5 student computer stations (PC’s) with internet access

1 color printer

1 scanner

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V. Utility requirements:

General ceiling mounted lighting with front/back switching

Track lighting for display areas

2 double compartment stainless steel sinks with hot and cold water and clay traps

At least three 110v duplex outlets on each wall


Provide conduit and boxes for low voltage cabling from teacher’s desk to XGA projector

Clean and dedicated electrical outlets (4-plexes) and data ports for computer (5 student computers & printer & scanner)



Dedicated power to support each laminator

CATV

Wireless clock on master-clock system

VI. Program Area: Art Kiln and Storage:

Purpose: To provide space for kiln and storage of art materials

Personnel to be accommodated: Art teacher

Orientation and spatial relationships: Adjacent to art room and connected to existing art room

Space needs: 300 s.f.

VII. Equipment and furniture needs:

Space for drying racks noted in art room specs

Flat file storage cabinets for 36‖ x 40‖ x 28‖ poster board, construction paper, etc.

Adjustable-height steel shelving units (4 units for shared storage room)

Tall cabinets for storage of large items

14 linear feet of counter top

Two 2-drawers lateral file cabinets or 4 drawer

Lockable storage

Flammable cabinets

VIII. Kiln:

Separate Kiln area within storage room

Kiln: top loading, 36‖ x 36‖ x 32‖ h. with down draft vent system

Maintain 18‖ from non-combustible wall surface, 36‖ from combustible wall surface

IX. Utility requirements:

General ceiling mounted lighting

At least two 110v. duplex outlets on each wall

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220v. power for kiln (verify power and amps)

Kiln exhaust (Vent-A-Kiln)

Kiln exhaust connection

Intercom

Fire extinguisher

X. Finishes:

Sealed concrete in the kiln area, vinyl composition or sealed concrete with rubber base elsewhere

Masonry wall with epoxy paint

Solid surface counter tops and/or epoxy resin counter tops

Middle School Family and Consumer Science Food Lab

Goals & Objectives: The foods lab/classroom shall be an interactive space where students learn and apply

the curriculum for family and consumer classes involving food and nutrition.

Classes include Exploring Foods and Nutrition and Introduction to FACS.

The student will demonstrate safety and sanitation procedures for kitchen environment.

The student will select, use, and care for equipment properly.

The student will accurately measure ingredients and interpret recipes.

The student will apply correct procedures in a kitchen environment including table setting and appropriate table manners.

The student will analyze, evaluate and prepare food based on knowledge of nutrition and the food pyramid.

The student will investigate and prepare grain products, fruits and vegetables, dairy products, dessert products and protein products.

The student will demonstrate knowledge of basic consumer skills.

The student will demonstrate the ability to work well individually and as a team member. The student will learn to communicate well orally and in writing.

The design for this facility shall include five to six stations (based on room size) each replicating a kitchen, a demonstration/ presentation area, an area for class work and meal service, and designated storage space.

Planned Activities: Food labs

Demonstrations

Guest speakers

Lecture/discussion

Computer research

Electronic presentations

Nutritional meal planning

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Meal costing

Food preparation

Lab cleanup

Storing dishes and food supplies

Laundry

Project planning – individually and as teams

Activity stations in lab kitchens and classroom areas

Table setting and meal presentation for students and guests

Room Organization and Space Needs: Classroom size should accommodate 24 to 26 students.

Six lab kitchens sized to accommodate four to five students each. One lab kitchen should be built to meet ADA requirements. Each lab kitchen should include: deep stainless steel double sink, commercial countertop, cabinets with locks, countertop microwave, wall-mounted commercial roll-type paper towel dispenser, stand-alone electric oven/range with solid surface counter tops, exhaust in ceilings above stoves, one outlet for microwave, three double electrical outlets mounted on the wall, and under cabinet lighting for good visibility on counter. A divider that is 1’ higher than the counter top should separate the kitchen labs.

A seating area large enough for the entire class to observe lectures and demonstrations. Seating set up as 6 tables with 5 chairs each that can serve as an eating area and an area for seat work. (Residential style dining tables and chairs.) Enough space should be available for teacher (and para) to move around the seated students freely to monitor progress.

Instructor’s demonstration station is located in front of seating area and should have an overhead demonstration projector/camera system. The demonstration station should be equipped with a deep double stainless steel sink, dishwasher, counter top flat surface range, solid surface counter top and under-counter cabinets with locks. The wall closest to the demo station should have a wall oven, a wall microwave, and a wall storage cabinet large enough for supplies, equipment and appliances used in demonstrations as well as additional equipment that might be needed by students.

Instructor’s teaching station should include: teacher desk and chair, data drop, telephone, data projector mounted from ceiling, a large white board viewable from classroom seating area, and a document camera for projection. There should be adequate room surrounding the instructor’s station so that the teacher can work individually with a student.

Storage space would ideally be placed between the food lab and the sewing lab. In this configuration, the storage space should accommodate 2 refrigerator/freezer combinations; 1 icemaker; 1 washer; 1 dryer; closed cabinets for appliances and food supplies; organizational space for canned goods, spices, and boxed goods; counter top spaces; space to store a large utility cart. A school without room for storage space

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between the foods lab and the sewing lab should have 2 refrigerator/freezer combinations, 1 icemaker, 1 washer and 1 dryer place within the foods lab, and closed cabinets for appliances and food supplies.

Space for a fire extinguisher.

Tall storage cabinets with locks (as room size allows) for textbooks, general storage, and student backpacks.

Instruction and Communication Aids: Overhead demonstration camera for projection






Furniture and Equipment: Appliances per lab kitchen including: disposal, countertop microwave, stand-alone

electric oven/range with smooth surface top, deep stainless steel double sinks

Kitchen equipment and appliances for demo and student stations.

Storage per lab kitchen should include: wall-mounted, above counter locked cabinets, below-counter locked cabinets (one lab kitchen should meet ADA requirements)

Six tables with 5 chairs each for eating and class work

Two combination refrigerator freezers

Washer and dryer

Icemaker

Tall storage cabinets with locks for textbooks, general storage, and student backpacks

File cabinets

Instructor demonstration station including deep double stainless steel sink, disposal, countertop flat surface range, under-counter cabinets with locks, nearby wall microwave and wall oven, wall storage cabinet


HVAC and Electrical Issues: Lighting to be appropriate for classroom use

Lab kitchens should have under cabinet lighting for good counter top visibility

Lab kitchens should have 1 outlet for microwave and 3 double electrical outlets mounted on the wall to operate small appliances and cleaning equipment

Data drops and power for instructor’s desk, projector, VCR/DVD, cabling for media (i.e., ―Video on Demand‖)


Intercom, panic button


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Ventilation for exhausting kitchen odors and vapors through ceiling exhaust registers located above range tops

Finishes: Walls should be masonry where practical



Floors should be vinyl composition tile (VCT) for cleaning

Back splashes in all kitchens should be tiled for easy cleaning


Cabinets should be constructed with materials that are a deterrent to rodents.

Introduction to FACS and Introduction to Sewing Lab

Goals & Objectives: The lab/classroom shall be an interactive space where students learn and apply the

curriculum for family and consumer classes involving sewing technology and general FACS. Currently those classes include Exploring Sewing Technology and Introduction to FACS. Students learn basic sewing and construction methods. Projects will be completed using both machine and hand sewing techniques. Students gain an understanding of the clothing industry and how to be a better-informed consumer.

The student will discover basic preparations to begin sewing.

The student will demonstrate techniques necessary for project construction.

The student will be introduced to a variety of fiber arts.

The student will apply basic sewing skills to complete a machine stitched project.

The student will implement laundry skills.

The student will demonstrate skills in counted cross stitch.

The student will discover how to be a better-informed consumer.


The design for this facility shall accommodate 24 to 26 students for presentation and work areas, cutting tables with guides and totes, sewing machine cabinets with benches, sergers, an instructor’s teaching station, space for mirror set up, dressing room, ironing area, and designated storage space with locking cabinets and tote space for student storage.

Planned Activities: Guided and Independent Practice for sewing activities

Demonstrations

Guest speakers

Lecture/discussion

Technical reading

Measurement practice

Computer research


Lab care and cleanup

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Storing projects and supplies

Laundry

Project planning – individually and as teams

Room Organization and Space Needs: Classroom size should accommodate 24 to 26 students.

A seating area large enough for the entire class to observe lectures and demonstrations. Seating set up as 6 tables with 5 chairs each that can serve as an area for seat work. (Residential style dining tables and chairs.) Enough space should be available for teacher (and para) to move around the seated students freely to monitor progress.

Space for sewing machine cabinet and benches and serger equipment.

Designated dressing room area allowing for dressing mirror set up.

Designated ironing area with electric outlets.

Cutting table work area.

Instructor’s teaching station should include: teacher desk and chair, data drop, telephone, data projector mounted from ceiling, a large white board viewable from classroom seating area, a scanner, computer/printer, projector screen, and a document camera for projection. There should be adequate room surrounding the instructor’s station so that the teacher can work individually with a student.

Storage space of different shapes and sizes for student projects (including tote storage space) lining walls where possible. Tall storage cabinets with locks (as room size allows) for textbooks, general storage, and student backpacks.

Utility area for equipment storage, fabric storage and other (may be shared with FACS Foods Lab in some cases).

Instruction and Communication Aids: Overhead demonstration camera for projection


Ceiling-mounted data projector to project on to screen/screen




Scanner

Furniture and Equipment: Six tables with 5 chairs each for class work seating

Sewing machines (Bernina-110 volt), cabinets, benches

Sergers (Bernina-110 volt)

6 to 10 student cutting tables with guides and totes

Washer and dryer (if not in Foods lab r shared utility area)

Tall storage cabinets with locks for textbooks, general storage, and student backpacks

Storage space with student totes

File cabinets


Irons and ironing boards

Two three-way dressing mirrors

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HVAC and Electrical Issues:

Lighting to be appropriate for classroom use

Electrical outlets to power sewing machines, sergers, ironing areas

Data drops and power for instructor’s desk, projector, VCR/DVD, cabling for media (i.e., ―Video on Demand‖)







Floors should be vinyl composition tile (VCT) for cleaning


Middle School Business Computer Dimensions & Career Exploration & Money Management

Goals & Objectives: The business lab classroom is a computer lab where students learn how to use computers efficiently for schoolwork and personal applications as well as explore career information and learn about money management. Currently there are three courses taught in the business lab: Computer Dimensions 1, Computer Dimensions 2 and Career Exploration and Money Management. Student projects incorporate skills learned in software applications which include: word processing, desktop publishing, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, the Internet, and web design. Web 2.0 tools and internet research is used heavily in the Careers course.

Computer Dimensions 1 & 2: Recognize the role and applications of technology in society, future career choices, and

everyday life.

Describe the function of components in a computer system.

Demonstrate file management techniques.

Describe the components and functions of an Internet browser.

Conduct specific searches on the Internet to locate reliable sources of information.

Exhibit proper technique and procedures while developing keyboarding skills.

Identify keyboard stroking problem areas and practice keyboarding drills to improve correct technique.

Create personal documents, business letters, and reports using word processing software.

Proofread documents and use editing and formatting features.

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Create and present a PowerPoint presentation that includes text, clipart, sound, animation, and slide transitions.

Create and edit spreadsheets and enhance their appearance.

Apply spreadsheet formulas and functions.

Generate a graph from a spreadsheet.

Create and edit databases.

Discriminate between responsible and irresponsible uses of technology.

Identify basic web page design principles.

Create web pages using the fundamentals of web design and site preparation.

Manipulate graphics and multimedia in web design.

Use a computer peripheral device to import graphics into a document.

Demonstrate keyboarding skills to meet a minimum competency.

Career Exploration and Money Management: Use online resources to identify factors affecting his/her personal career path.

Evaluate career clusters and select a career based on personal interests and aptitudes through the use of various online resources.

Name and describe three types of business organizations

Identify sources of income, expenses and savings.

Create a monthly budget based on a chosen career and lifestyle.

Identify advantages and disadvantages of using credit.

Create professional documents using technology.

Identify and apply interviewing skills.

Use web 2.0 tools to communication information


The design for this facility shall include at least 28 student desks and desktop computer stations, an instructor’s teaching station, a demonstration/presentation area and designated storage space.

Planned Activities: Independent practice

Demonstrations

Guest speakers

Lecture/discussion

Computer research


Collaborative and individual projects

Simulations

Writing and recording podcast reports

Room Organization and Space Needs: Classroom size should accommodate 25 to 28 students seated at computer

workstations.

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Seating should be set up as rows of student desks and chairs. Enough space should be available for teacher (and para) to move around the seated students freely to monitor progress.

Instructor’s teaching station should include: teacher desk and chair, data drop, telephone, data projector mounted from ceiling, projection screen, large white board viewable from classroom seating area, and a document camera for projection. There should be adequate room surrounding the instructor’s station so that the teacher can work individually with a student. Filing cabinets should be in the teaching area.

Tall storage cabinets with locks (as room size allows) for general storage, equipment (microphones), and student backpacks.

Bookshelf storage for textbooks

Instruction and Communication Aids: VCR/DVD Player (VHS)


Projection screen



Color printer


Furniture and Equipment: 28 student desks appropriate for computer workstations

30 chairs

28 student desktop computer workstations

Tall storage cabinets with locks for general storage, equipment and student backpacks

File cabinets



Color laser printer

Printer tables

Bookshelves

HVAC and Electrical Issues: Lighting to be appropriate for classroom use

Data drops and power for student stations and instructor’s desk, projector, VCR/DVD, cabling for media (i.e., ―Video on Demand‖)


Intercom





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Floors should be vinyl composition tile (VCT) or carpet.


Middle School Industrial Technology Labs Projects Lab

Goals & Objectives: The Industrial Technology Projects lab is an interactive space where students follow the

process of research and design, construct projects using technology, using both hand and power tools. Currently this class is titled Projects in Industrial Technology.

The student will practice safety procedures while working in the lab.

The student will identify and appropriately use common hand tools.

The student will identify and appropriately use power tools.

The student will demonstrate understanding of basic industrial math skills.

The student will apply the skills necessary to interpret technical drawings.


Planned Activities: Demonstrations

Guest speakers

Lecture/discussion

Computer research

Lab Safety

Lab cleanup

Proper use and care of hand tools

Proper use and care of power tools

Completion of safety tests

Materials handling

Hazardous conditions

Project planning and design

Measurement activities

Estimation of materials

Surface area calculation

Bill of materials development

Blueprint reading and drawing activities

Project construction

Room Organization and Space Needs: For safety purposes, classroom size should accommodate 18 to 22 students. In middle

school facilities with two technology labs, the Projects area is reduced in size, has limited equipment and does not accommodate student seating. Student seating in these facilities is located in the technology lab area.

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Classroom seating is located around industrial workbenches. Students are seated around workbenches with two-inch hard maple surface tops and locking cabinets below.

Storage: A metal storage cabinet with lock for hazardous materials is required. Space needs storage cabinets with locks for hand tools and small power tools. Additional storage cabinets with locks are needed for student project storage. Countertop space with open shelving space for textbook storage, general storage and student backpacks.

Lumber racks are required for storage of lumber (located against a wall space).


Instructor Teacher Station is located in adjacent technology lab or teacher office. A glass wall separates the two labs.

Instruction and Communication Aids: Instruction and Communication Aids are located in adjacent technology lab or teacher

office. A glass wall separates the two labs. Classroom seating, projector and screen, DVD access, computer and printer access, is in this location.

Furniture and Equipment: Locker bases with two-inch wooden tops to accommodate 18 to 22 students.

Stools to accommodate 18 to 22 students.

Floor equipment (small Projects labs may use bench-top equipment when needed) o Cabinet saw – 10-inch Stop Saw o Drill press o Scroll saw o Band saw o Belt/Disc sander o Grinder o Router o Jointer o Spindle sander o Mini Lathe o Buffing wheel o Miter saw o Laser engraver o Shop Vac

General Lab Setup: Lighting to be appropriate for classroom use

Electrical drops from ceiling – Unistruts for pull-down reels and junction box above workbench areas

Adequate electrical outlets with appropriate voltage for power equipment

Labs require dust collection system and Cyclone

Smoke Eater/Air Handler

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Industrial stainless steel sinks with attached eye wash stations



Telephone

Hazardous material cabinet

Countertop paint booth

Concrete flooring

Wall finishes should be semi-gloss or epoxy for durability and cleaning

Safety zone areas identified around equipment with yellow taping

Industrial-strength tables to accommodate bench-top power tools

All floor and bench power tools must be bolted to a table or to the floor.

Safety glass cabinet with 22 safety glasses with sanitizing feature.

Technology Lab with Modules

Goals & Objectives: The Industrial Technology lab is an interactive space where students have an opportunity

to explore the five clusters of technology: communication, construction, energy and power, manufacturing, and transportation in a modular, multi-station lab. Currently these classes include Exploring Industrial Technology 1 and Exploring Industrial Technology 2.

Increase knowledge of science and math concepts as related to physics.

Utilize technology equipment associated with broadcasting.

Explore the process of video graphic design by using computer software to create and produce graphics and animated sequences.

Solve various computer-generated problems that must be solved.

Explore the processes of digital imaging by digitizing photographic images, sound, and video.

Explore the concepts of electricity and magnetism.

Increase knowledge of electronic concepts.

Explore the concepts of energy, power and its development for the future.

Recognize and observe the relationship between design and engineering.

Explore basic navigation concepts.

Explore graphic communications.

Apply science and math concepts to physics related exercises and applications.

Increase knowledge of meteorology by studying, recording, and chart weather conditions.

Demonstrate research and design concepts in product development.

Demonstrate the fundamentals of industrial robots.

Investigate US space exploration and the development of rocketry.

Understand the basic principles of computer-aided drafting.

Understand the basic principles of computer-aided manufacturing.

Increase knowledge of controlling devices and sensors.

Prepare multimedia presentations with animation.

Demonstrate the use of electronic equipment to produce musical sounds.

Demonstrate the proper use of computer hardware and software.

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The design for this facility includes 16 module workstations that contain a computer, equipment, materials, reference texts and supplies that are required for a pair of students to cooperatively complete a curriculum module. The module includes multimedia-delivered instruction, hands-on curriculum and performance assessments.

Planned Activities: Guided Practice

Independent Practice

Demonstrations

Guest speakers

Lecture/discussion

Computer research

Lab Safety

Lab cleanup

Proper use and care of computer equipment and peripherals



Room Organization and Space Needs: Classroom size should accommodate 16 to 32 students. Technology lab work area is

comprised of modular furniture with desktop computers on each module area. Additional student seating area for classroom presentations should be provided with 32 student desks. Some projects will require students to use Projects lab space. The presentation area should also be equipped with an overhead projector, a projection screen, and a large white board.

Each lab has four quad modular stations. Each quad modular station is comprised of four quadrant sections for a total of 16 modular areas. Two student chairs per module (total of 32 student chairs in module areas). Spacing between modular stations should provide space for teachers and/or paras to move around stations.

Storage: Space needs storage cabinets with locks for module equipment storage and student project storage. Countertop space with open shelving space for textbook storage, general storage and student backpacks.


Instructor Teacher Station is located in technology lab or teacher office. This space should include: teacher desk and chair, data drop, computer, printer, telephone, and adequate room surrounding the instructor’s station so that the teacher can work individually with a student.

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Instruction and Communication Aids: Instruction and communication aids are located in technology lab or teacher office.

Classroom seating, projector and screen, DVD access, computer and printer access, is in this location.

Presentation station and stool to accommodate teacher’s laptop use in the module/presentation area

Furniture and Equipment: Modular furniture to accommodate 16 to 32 students.

Modular furniture provides space for computer, peripherals, shelving for reference material, and space for student workbooks.

16 desktop computers (some labs may have additional non-networked desktop computers)

Specialized module equipment (dependent upon modules in lab)

Teacher desk and chair

Laptop computer for teacher

Presentation station and stool

General Lab Electrical & HVAC Setup: Lighting to be appropriate for classroom use

Electrical drops for student and teacher computers

Additional electrical drops for specialized module equipment

Network drops for student and teacher computers


Intercom

Telephone

Finishes: Wall finishes should be semi-gloss or epoxy for durability and cleaning

Floor is carpeted

Technology Lab with Gateway to Technology Curriculum

Goals & Objectives: The Industrial Technology Gateway to Technology lab is an interactive space where students have an opportunity to explore the math, science and technology in industrial technology courses. The Gateway to Technology curriculum is composed of independent areas of study. There are two courses in this area: GTT Industrial Technology 1 and GTT Industrial Technology 2. Within these two courses students will be exposed to at least two of the following units.

Design and Modeling (DM) – Students are introduced to the design process through the

use solid modeling software. Students learn sketching techniques and use geometry, problem-solving, teamwork, and project management skills to design and develop product prototypes.

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The Magic of Electrons (ME) - Engaged in relevant hands-on projects, students unravel the mysteries of digital circuitry.

The Science of Technology (ST) - Students apply scientific principles and concepts of simple machines and energy to solve real-world problems.

Automation and Robotics (AR) - Students design and build automated systems that incorporate the principles of electrons, physics, and robotics to gain an enriched understanding of the contemporary mechanical world.

Flight and Space (FS) - Developed with NASA, this unit explores the technology of aeronautics, propulsion, and rocketry. Students see connections between hands-on projects and academic subjects such as math and science.

Energy & Environment (EE) – Students design and model alternative energy sources to demonstrate energy concepts and innovative ideas.


Planned Activities: Guided practice

Independent practice

Demonstrations

Guest speakers

Lecture/discussion

Computer research

Lab safety

Lab cleanup

Proper use and care of computer equipment and peripherals



Room Organization and Space Needs: Classroom size should accommodate 20-24 students. Technology lab work area is

comprised of computer tables and student seating. Additional tables and student seating is required for classroom presentation area. Some projects will require students to use Projects lab space.

Storage: Space needs storage cabinets with locks for GTT resources and equipment storage and student project storage. Countertop space with open shelving space for textbook storage, general storage and student backpacks.

Instructor Teacher Station is located in technology lab or teacher office.

Space for teacher presentation podium and stool is required.

Instruction and Communication Aids: Instruction and communication aids are located in technology lab or teacher office.

Classroom seating, projector and screen, DVD access, computer and printer access, is in this location.

Presentation podium and stool to accommodate teacher laptop use.

Furniture and Equipment: Computer desks to accommodate 20-24 in computer work area

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Chairs to accommodate 20-24 in computer work area

Computer desk provides space for computer and space for student work papers.

20 desktop computers

Rectangular tables and chairs to accommodate additional classroom work area and seating for 24

Teacher desk and chair

File cabinets

Locking storage cabinets

Ceiling mounted projector and projection screen

Presentation station and stool

Printer and printer table

Scanner and scanner table

General Lab Setup: Lighting to be appropriate for classroom use

Electrical drops for student and teacher computers

Network drops for student and teacher computers


Intercom

Telephone

Finishes: Wall finishes should be semi-gloss or epoxy for durability and cleaning

Carpeted floors

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APPENDIX Cohort Survival Rate (CSR) – Projections are made based on the actual enrollment on September 20. A history of enrollment is maintained by grade level for each school. A CSR is determined by following the number of students in one grade level as they are promoted to the next. Each promoted class is a separate cohort. As an example, let’s assume that a school had a 2nd grade class in 2009-10 with 60 students. On September 20 of the following year, the 3rd grade class increased by 65 students. The CSR would be +8% (65 minus 60, the difference divided by 60). If instead the 3rd grade class decreased to 55 the following year, the CSR would be -8% (55 minus 60, the difference divided by 60). A positive CSR indicates more school age children are moving into a community than those moving out. This is often referred to as re-greening. A negative CSR indicates more school age children moving out than those moving in. Cohort survival rates are computed for grades kindergarten through 11th grade as the students are promoted to grades 1-12.

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