SEATTLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Loyal Heights Elementary School Project: BEX IV: Loyal Heights SDAT Workshop No. 5 Meeting No.: 05 Date: January 8, 2015 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Location: JSCEE MEETING MINUTES ATTENDEES Name Representing X Laura Payton PE Specialist X Kathy Katzen Admin Asst. X Loy Dahl SPED X Andrea Wilson 1st Grade Teacher X Megan Ware 3rd Grade Teacher X Katherine Gaffney 3rd Grade Teacher X Andrea Colwell K Teacher X Steve Nesich PTA Board X Nicole Sippos Parent (K & 3rd) X John Moshy Parent (2nd) x Chris DeGracia Parent (1st & future K) X Ryan Haines Parent (2nd & future K) X Michelle Arab Parent (K) X Wayne Floyd Principal X Eric Becker Seattle Public Schools; Capital Sr PM X David Pool BLRB Architects X Lee Fenton BLRB Architects X Andy Cottrill BLRB Architects X Steve Moore Heery International; CM x Jonah Jensen BLRB Architects Additional Distribution Name Company Initials BEX IV Project File Heery Page 1 DPD Meeting Minutes No. 016 06/26/2014
CORRECTIONS TO PREVIOUS MEETING Mtg Item Discussion / Action Item Responsibility Deadline Info None OLD BUSINESS Mtg Item Discussion / Action Item Responsibility Deadline Info None INTRODUCTION Mtg Item Discussion / Action Item Responsibility Deadline Info Meeting will cover two areas; 1) Guiding Principal Recap 2) Design Charette AGENDA TOPICS Mtg Item Discussion / Action Item Responsibility Deadline Info Guiding Principals Reviewed the 8 Guiding Principals and feedback from the committee; 1)Learner Centered Environment, 2)Personalized Environment, 3)Program Adaptability, 4)Community Connection, 5)Aesthetics, 6)Safety, 7)Collaboration, and 8)Sustainability (note see attachment for comments on these Principals received from SDAT) Additional comments during the principal reviews; Want a detailed discussion on the classroom; what is on the walls, tackable wall surface, markable wall surfaces, storage, sliding walls Maximizing playground space, concern that much of space will be lost due to addition Exploration space, want a space that kids can explore Important factor is the re-purposed spaces, the need for flexibility Direct secure access from commons to the playground Functional PTA space Aesthetic and Sustainability go hand in hand Long term durability and quality is a concern Importance of proper lighting Year round play surface at field Safety concern with building access. Bus and Parent drop off separated. Reinforce recycling throughout building Space for drama collaborated with other spaces, bleachers to maximize seating. Questions; Purchasing Library books, are new books provided? Ans: There is a Page 2 DPD Meeting Minutes No. 016 06/26/2014
Curriculum budget to fund text and library books. Is a parking garage an option, to provide some parking on-site but not impact site coverage? Ans: parking garages are very expensive and probably would not be cost effective. How do we keep the building secure? Ans: Lock down system at front door is standard practice. Keeping other perimeter entrances secure is a management issue but most exterior doors have to have panic hardware for code egress requirements. Classroom doors? Will look at locking options but the key security point if the front door. Info Design Charette Comments; (note these are partial comments as several conversations were occurring during review) BLRB studied the building and site and presented 3 schemes to begin the discussion. 1) 2 story option which covered much of the site 2) In-fill scheme that inserted student commons at core of building. Classrooms at core would look into the commons and share natural light feed from skylights. 3) Courtyard space created with 3 story revision to existing building. Provides direct natural light to all classrooms. After informal vote, preferred option. Bus and Parent drop off should be kept separate one on 25 th the other 26 th. Look at pull out lane to accommodate. Preference was for classrooms to have exterior windows. Concern with courtyard and usability due to sunlight, need to explore sun study due to height of addition to south. Access to playground is critical Service yard away from main entry Joined Gym/Commons gives the most versatile space. Concern with security at entries, lock down system Administration location proposed is good. Library location proposed is good. Want computer rooms adjacent to library and direct access to outside is good. How are the lower mechanical spaces to be used? Are we missing an opportunity not utilizing? Need to explore. Parking off-site, can 77 th be angled parking to maximize. Conflicts with SPU rain garden project, SM has discussed with SPU. Roof gardens/green roofs, plus both sustainable and educational. Raise garden beds with railings on portion of roof. Green roofs would not be accessible just functional for storm water mitigation. PV panel locations; building is PV ready which means has infrastructure for PV panels. Best location would be on the Gym and Commons with southern exposure. BLRB examined the 3 rd floor classroom location due to western sun being at the courtyard or to the east. The classroom to the courtyard side does align circulation layout on lower floors so there is common building circulation flows. Having covered play adjacent to bus loading is a bonus, provide protective Page 3 DPD Meeting Minutes No. 016 06/26/2014
waiting area. Learning commons; breakout spaces at different areas of building. Discussion to continue but like the spaces that size can adjust with operable walls. Can we address ADA access on 80 th? The ADA access would be at the main entry and entry off of 26 th. This is due to the elevation change at 80 th into building. Create hallway between Commons and Gym for playground. But this access hallway can be incorporated into the larger spaces when partition door to Gym is opened. Next meeting: Tuesday, January 20, 2015 @ 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. ATTACHMENTS / RELATED DOCUMENTS No. Item Dated Action Required None END OF MINUTES: The above summarizes the Seattle Public School s interpretation of the items discussed and decisions reached during this meeting. Additions or corrections above must be submitted in writing to the author within three days of receipt; otherwise the minutes will stand as written. Page 4 DPD Meeting Minutes No. 016 06/26/2014
1. Learner Centered Environment Students learning is at the heart of the school. - Classrooms built to minimize distractions - quiet floors - high windows to reduce distraction - lockers in hallway - quiet ventillation - variety of storage options - Centrally located gymnasium, lunch room, library, etc. - Bathrooms with sinks in hallway - close to classrooms - Integration of learning throughout school / hallway ( posters - interactive activities on walls... etc.) - Classrooms grouped together by grade level - Doors between classrooms with 1/2 window - Technology - Flexible with long term view - Flexibility in infrastructure - wet labs that can become dry labs if needed - Having universal spaces.
2. Personalized Environment Each student is known well and cherished by adults and other students in the school. - Lots of hallway space to display student work - Tackable Walls - Inviting office that is accessible to students - Design of classroom - overlapping white boards - book cases under windows - white boards on other walls - tackable surfaces - whole wall magnetic wall / white board -- tackable and acoustic - options - Need a good logo - Playground -- scale, corners -- appropriately sized and having corners or other areas that the kids can personalize and use in creative ways.
3. Program Adaptability The school s programs are tailored to individual student needs and talents and make use of a variety of learning tools. - Community space shared by classrooms for tutors and others to work with students (off hallway, movable walls, etc...) - Movable bookcases in library - Stage that can be viewed from lunch room and gym for assemblies and night time events - Work rooms with good copiers in multiple locations throughout building for ease of access - a building that can change as the population changes - layout needs to be flexible allowing for flex in number of classrooms/grade without excluding any classroom from the rest of its grade level grouping. - all spaces need to be easily re-purposed. - Cafeteria exit to playground with conveniently located restrooms
4.Community Connections The community is involved, informed and visible in promoting a rigorous academic learning environment, and encouraging student use of community resources. - Community space separated and usable without making the teaching spaces vulnerable - Zoning - Employee parking*** - Separate room for PTA Storage - dedicated meeting space - Traffic safety is a big concern
5. Aesthetics The school is appealing, warm and inviting to all, and reflects the school s valuse and focus - maintain internal historical architectural elements. The two main staircases, in particular, are symbols alumni relate to Loyal Heights Elementary. - Windows into hallways for natural light - could come through classroom walls - warm colors - dark woods - Words or quotes on walls that promote respect and learning - Building materials with integrity to compliment the existing structure and stand the test of time. - playground with places to run & explore in and amongst trees and shrubs to create a respite from academics - building to remain looking historical while becoming technologically advanced and flexible - like Washington Elementary... - light on metal or industrial architecture - exposed wood has a homier feel - lighting - pendants like at Washington - Field - year round friendly
6. Safety Students are safe and cared for in all the important aspects of their lives. - a central access Person trap that looks and feels like a lounge space. - good line of site from the administrative office to the parent dropoff zone - bus zone too if possible. - Doors that lock from inside classrooms and other learning spaces - Blackout shades in all student learning spaces including Gym - Volunteer / parent check-in removed from staff desks in main office - All parts of the playground visible from one point - Visibility to main gathering spaces - Outdoor (playground) lighting - School area of refuge - Earthquake strength furniture - being able to store all of stuff for safe student movement in classrooms - No cords on floor - consider electrical access & floor outlets
7. Collaboration Everyone associated with the school works collabroatively to realize the school s hopes for students. - PTA space separate from teacher space - consider multi-use meeting space - Doors between classrooms - Comfortable staff lounge - large enough for whole staff - Small group / individual instruction spaces at end of, in corners or off hallways- consider acoustics / distractions - use alcoves or insets - Drama Program - how does this happen/integrate? Cafeteria / Stage? Instrumental space?
8. Sustainability Create schools that encourage a culture of conservation and environmentally responsibile behaviors by combining learning with sustainability. - use sustainability as an educational tool -- make all elements transparent and accessible - Use building performance dashboards that provide real-time efficiency information that children can understand. -- display of waste processing systems would be an excellent avenue to teach engineering and technology - right in line with the STEM mandate! - designated recycling & composting stations! (responsibility) - environmentally friendly materials - Long term quality. Decisions / choices that emphasize long life cycle of building - Emphasize the science beyond the building structure - Roof : potential for solar panel / storage - or - green roof - Keep the aquarium!