DISTRICT-WIDE FACILITIES ASSESSMENT + ELCO HIGH SCHOOL UPDATE MEETING OCTOBER 25, 2017
ACADEMIC PROGRAM ANALYSIS
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS Classroom Flexibility • Collaborative Learning • Computer Integration • Group Learning • One-on-one Instruction
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS Safety Cars • Shoulder seat belts • Airbags • Crash testing Technology • Computer Diagnostics • GPS Navigation • Satellite Radio • Gas Mileage
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS Safety Phones • 911 system • GPS location • Constant Connectivity Technology • Internet • Email • Amazon Prime
Interesting STEM Statistics: • Between 2005 and 2015, STEM employment grew by 24.4%, over five times more than non-STEM employment • Average STEM-employment wages are 29% higher than non-STEM employment wages • Average unemployment in STEM fields is 2.5%, compared with 5.5% for non-STEM employment Academic Program Analysis ELCO School District
STEM Careers: • About 50% of STEM jobs are explicitly computer-related • Careers such as computer and information systems management, programmers, software developers, and other computer support specialists Academic Program Analysis ELCO School District
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • Adequately sized classrooms and flexible learning environments • Multiple types of interactive display boards
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • Variety of seating arrangements • Lecture • Group learning • Independent study • Natural light and access to technology • Enclosed storage areas for better organization and student safety
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • Science labs should be flexible for teach and student work • ADA and code compliance for all equipment and student stations • Transparency for students to be exposed to science experiments and opportunities
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • Project based learning spaces • “Makerspaces” • Facilitate hands-on student experiences and technology integration • Meld with science + engineering curriculum
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • Enhanced acoustics in large volume spaces • Separate instrument storage areas • More professional musical environment • Audio and recording capabilities
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • Natural lighting into art studios • Improve organization and student safety • Adequate storage for art supplies • More ADA-compliant plumbing fixtures • Larger spaces will promote creativity and art expression
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • Natural lighting into art studios • Improve organization and student safety • Adequate storage for art supplies • More ADA-compliant plumbing fixtures • Larger spaces will promote creativity and art expression
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • Technology centers with opportunities for individual research and group collaboration • Various accessible display surfaces • “Genius Bar” information center
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • No back up power to district network • MDF and Data Center separate from each other making staffing and technical support difficult • Lack of fire ratings in rooms or suppression systems • Aging phone and network system
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • Cafeteria spaces with functions throughout the day • Varity of serving options and healthy choices
HIGH SCHOOL/CAREER FOCUSED PROGRAM NEEDS • 21 st Century Technical Education and Agricultural Sciences curriculum • Enhance popular and unique academic program
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