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LARKSPUR-CORTE MADERA SCHOOL DISTRICT

School Facilities Design and Programming

February 15, 2012

Teaching and Learning in the LCM School District

Vision

Our vision is to provide an extraordinary 21st Century education for every child and a positive, supportive, inclusive environment where every child can thrive

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21st Century Schools21st Century Skills for 21st Century

Workforce:◦Critical thinking◦Collaboration◦Agility◦ Initiative◦Oral and Written Communication◦Assessing and Analyzing Information◦Curiosity and Imagination

Wagner, T. Closing the Achievement Gap

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21st Century School Facilities

Must facilitate 21st Century learner needsMust be flexible into the futureMust facilitate collaboration in teaching

and learningMust be able to be used by the

communityWill foster the use of a variety of learning

environments across the day/yearAnywhere/Anytime learningAllow for sustainable practices

Collaborative teachingLearning suites or “houses”Break out roomsFlexible spaceOutdoor learning spacesCafé/gallery

Common Definitions

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What is a Learning SuiteFirst and foremost a place for learningLarge flexible rooms with nooks, small

breakout spaces (learning studios), areas for different styles of learning

Offers smaller learning environment through more differentiated instruction, spaces, furniture design, adult to student ratio

Art and Science areas with materials in each classroom

Teaching Walls with state-of-the-art technology

Outdoor learning area connected to each suite

Learning Suites:

There will be a mixture of double and triple loaded Learning Suites in the first phase of San Clemente school that will accommodate approximately 300 to 350 students. Upon completion of the second phase of construction, Learning Suites will accommodate approximately 400 to 450 students. The number of double and triple loaded Learning Suites will be determined during design and may also be influenced by the findings of the Configuration Committee. It is acknowledged that these numbers may need to change based on configuration decisions and class loading factors.

Team teaching will occur – It is envisioned that two-teachers will work with groups of 40 to 50 students and three teachers will work with groups of 60 to 75 students in large, flexible and highly transparent spaces that accommodate a variety of sized groups.

The Learning Suites will be open teaching environments that accommodate a large group, 2 groups, 3 groups or other divisions. Room layout and furniture will be flexible to allow for ease of movement and reconfiguration.

Within the spaces there will be access to: o “Campfire” spaces to allow storytelling or presentations. Campfire spaces may be designed differently

for different grade levels and can include raised steps, softer finishes or changes in ceiling height. o “Watering Hole” is an attribute of the Learning Suite that accommodates large gatherings for group

work and socializing. o “Cave” spaces foster self-directed learning or exploration for small groups or individuals. These are

seen as nooks within the Learning Suite and Breakout spaces that are immediately accessible (see below).

• ?Changes in room use and layout can be accommodated by a variety of design elements including: o Moveable furniture such as bookcases.

Learning Suites

o Sliding or rolling panels that define space, provide pin-able or writable surfaces and give some acoustical separation. o Large folding or rolling transparent walls that may connect to other spaces or to outdoor spaces. o Separate lighting and mechanical controls for zones within Suites. • ?Other Learning Suite features include: o A sense of drama and importance in design – these must be exciting spaces that are light filled and open. Higher ceilings are desirable. o Abundant daylight – providing ability to darken room. o Transparency to other spaces and gathering areas. o Provide work counters and sinks.

Learning Suites o Limited storage – The expectation is high utilization of technology

for storage and information retrieval rather than traditional file cabinets.

o Provide state of the art wireless and wired data access and digital display capabilities.

o Quality, durable materials – limited or no carpeted floors. o Immediate access to outdoor small group learning space with

paved and landscaped areas. Wind protection is critical for the success of these spaces.

o All Learning Suites should include elements of a “Da Vinci Studio” (i.e. have work surfaces, materials storage, power, wet capabilities and an outdoor work area). Learning Suites will be outfitted to allow teaching and student exploration into visual arts. Likewise, the “Da Vinci Studio” elements of the Learning Suites will accommodate science, applied technology and other hands-on learning.

o Provide ceramics kiln and drying room with rolling racks adjacent to at least one Learning Suite and accessible to all other Suites.

o Superior acoustic performance is vital for these large shared Suites.

Breakout Spaces:

A. Breakout Spaces: Breakout spaces are discussed with Learning Suites because they are an integral part of the Learning Suite concept. The number and location of Breakout spaces will be determined in schematic design, and may be limited depending on project budget.

Breakout spaces MAY be separate spaces that are acoustically separated with windows and doors OR can be simple nooks in a Learning Suite or circulation area. Each Learning Suite to have a combination of these two types. A prototype 6-8 student breakout space will be approximately 150 sq. ft. But provide a variety of sizes; some to accommodate 10-12 users. It is highly desirable that at least one enclosed breakout space for 10 to 12 be provided within each Learning Suite. Provide windows and door from Learning Suite into this space. If the budget allows, provide two breakout spaces of varied sizes at each Learning Suite.

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Resources Page Link

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DesignCD’sConstruction

Modernization set to begin summer of 2013Two meetings with architect (3rd meeting 1/18/12)Essential upgrades to windows, heating, loop,

internet, etc.Removal of all portables and D wingCreating outdoor learning spacesNew entranceMixture of single classrooms and learning suitesExpanded play areasMove office to B wing area (likely LC area)NC and SC will have differentiated timelines for

implementation of program

Neil Cummins

The San Clemente School is set to open for the 2014-2015 school year

Configuration Recommendation: two K-5 and one 6-8 school

San Clemente K-5 School facility will have learning suites and a collaborative teaching model

A café/performance/gallery space is at center of school

Welcoming parent gathering space created All spaces designed for multiple uses Learning suites designed so art/science can happen

in room at any time Rooms will have “nooks” and break-out spaces Furniture will be flexible

San Clemente

A process for determining teams and what site each teacher will be at will be developed w/ teacher input

Inquiry-based integrated teaching, VAPA,CCS, and technology will remain a focus

The San Clemente School will initially house approximately 300- 350 students

NC and SC will have differentiated timelines for implementation of program

San Clemente