AGENDAI. 2018 - 2019 Facility Needs Assessment Update

DemographicsFacility Utilization ReportBoard Workshops

II. Next StepsHigh School Level Physical Condition AssessmentHigh School Facilities GOALS – ReevaluationFacilities Needs Assessment Recommendations Programming, Masterplanning, and Capital Improvements

III. Stakeholder Engagement

IV. Schedule

V. Summary & Questions

CHESTER

GREAT FALLS

RICHBURG

LOWRYS

EDGEMOOR

FORT LAWN

CHESTER HIGH SCHOOLCCSD CAREER CENTER

LEWISVILLE MIDDLE

LEWISVILLE ELEMENTARYLEWISVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

GREAT FALLS MIDDLEGREAT FALLS HIGH SCHOOL

GREAT FALLS ELEMENTARY

LEEDS

CHESTER PARKCHESTER MIDDLECHESTER DISTRICT OFFICE

LOCKHEART

DEMOGRAPHICS- Update April 2018, Presentation of Findings May 2018.

SUMMARY of FINDINGS (see report for all findings):

- The Fertility Rate for Chester County is below the natural replacement level.

- Most in-migration occurs in the 0-9 and 25-44 age groups.

- Most out-migration occurs in the 18-24 and the 70+ age groups.

- Enrollment will change year-to-year at schools primarily based on cohort size.

- Median Age of the population will increase from 40.5 to 42.5 in 2030.

- Forecasted Enrollment Growth over 5 years = 4.1%(215 student across all attendance zones)

- Forecasted Enrollment Growth from 5-10 years = 0.1%

- TOTAL Forecasted Enrollment Growth over 10 years = 244 students

VERY LOW – STABLE ENROLLMENT

Chester Enrollment Growth (10 years) = +45 StudentsLewisville Enrollment Growth (10 Years) = +79 StudentsGreat Falls Enrollment Growth (10 Years) = +120 Students

TOTAL ENROLLMENT (including charter)

TOTAL ELEMENTARY ENROLLMENT

TOTAL HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT

TOTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL ENROLLMENT

CAPACITY & UTILIZATION- Updated May 2018

Full Capacity: Enrollment based on the number of Classrooms – Maximum

Utilization Rate:Right-sized based on Student Schedules

Target Capacity:Maximum Enrollment Possible – Adjust per Preferred Student Teacher Ratios and Yearly Cohort Size

- Chester Area Schools (2015 – 2018)57.3% to 58.2% Target Utilization – UNDER CAPACITY

- Lewisville Area Schools (2015 – 2018)64.7% to 67.2% Target Utilization – UNDER CAPACITY

Exception: Lewisville Elementary School – AT CAPACITY

Temporary Measures Taken

- Great Falls Elementary School (2015-2018)43.7% to 44% Target Utilization – UNDER CAPACITY

District Target Capacity (2015 – 2018) is 8,644District Actual Capacity (2016 – 2018) is 4,951

PROJECTIONS- Chester Area Projections:

Schools are not Projected to Meet their Full or Target Capacities for the next 10 years.

- Lewisville Area Projections:

Lewisville Middle School + Lewisville High SchoolsNot projected to Meet their Full or Target Capacities or the next 10 years.

Lewisville Elementary SchoolReached its Target Capacity, but slight enrollment declines are projected during the next 10 years.

- Great Falls Area Projects:

Schools are not Projected to Meet their Full or Target Capacities for the next 10 years.

- Capacity and Utilization do NOT account for the Condition or Appropriateness of the Educational Environment

- Desire by those present to be involved from the very beginning of the process. There is a need to “find common ground” and encourage “new building and teaching

together.” Then “get it done.”

- All recognize that students are the focus. Any approach taken should be “Student-Centered.”

- On-going and active communication is desired. School Principals may be one way to get the message out. Also use “tacky signs” if needed. Announce and follow up on Facebook and the Newspaper.

- A career center is needed, but a focus on improving all school, including high schools, should be the focus. Define what the Career Center will provide and “fit the building to the curriculum.”

- High schools may have a focus area or a specialty in each attendance zone.

- When looking at new construction, “go up” rather than “go out.” A focus on “timelessness” in building should be emphasized.

- Listening to the “Front Line” or the district’s Teachers and Student on Needs is Important.

- A focus on “World Class” teaching and “21 Century” buildings will put Chester County up-to-date with neighbors.

- Expand LES to allow 5th Grade to move back in to the school and alleviate crowding.

- “Pursue Maintenance aggressively” and plan for a sustainable future where maintenance is not an issue.

- Safety and Security issues should be addressed with “Crime Prevention through Environmental Design.”

- Continue Board Workshops, involve more of the Chester County Community, and the business community.

Some TAKE-AWAYS

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Schedule Improvements per the MAINTENANCE PLAN for the schools to include major life cycle items to be upgraded or replaced.Coordinate Improvements with the Capital Improvements Plan

CHESTER PARK SCHOOLS CHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL LEWISVILLE ELEMENTARY. LEWISVILLE MIDDLE CCSD DISTRICT OFFICE

CHESTER PARK, CHESTER MIDDLE, LEWISVILLE ELEMENTARY, LEWISVILLE MIDDLE, CCSD DISTRICT OFFICE

• Program relocation and full replacement of the campus should be considered in the next 3-5 years.

• Renovate Existing at be reused as Support Services orAbate, Demolish, and reuse area as additional parking for CHS Stadium

CCSD CAREER CENTER

CHESTER COUNTY CAREER CENTER

CHS: FULL replacement or significant RENOVATION in the next 7-10 years.

LHS: Full Replacement or significant RENOVATION in the next 4-7 years.

CHESTER HIGH SCHOOL LEWISVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

CHESTER HIGH and LEWISVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

FACILITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT: Chester and Lewisville Attendance Zones

GREAT FALLS HIGH SCHOOL

GREAT FALLS HIGH SCHOOL

• FULL replacement or significant RENOVATION in the next 1-3 years orconsider GRADE LEVEL options for the Great Falls area.

• If grade levels are adjusted, Abate and Demolish GFHS and utilize area of the campus for other functions.

RATIONALE:• Constructed in 1964. Nearing the end of its

Life-cycle.• Renovation costs are significant given the size

of the building compared to its enrollment.• Desire to maintain High School in Great Falls.• Grade Level options may better utilize existing

schools in the area.

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• Schedule Improvements per the MAINTENANCE PLAN for the schools to include major life cycle items to be upgraded or replaced.

• If grade levels are adjusted in the Great Falls area, consider additions to the building and improvements to the campus.

GREAT FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL

GREAT FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL

RATIONALE:• Constructed in 1993 and appears well-maintained.• Campus includes a competition gym and the only theater for the school district• The facility supports its current enrollment, however, it underutilized.

GREAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GREAT FALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

• Schedule Improvements per the MAINTENANCE PLAN for the schools to include major life cycle items to be upgraded or replaced.

RATIONALE:• Constructed in

1950, with a significant renovation in 2005.

• Grade Level options may better utilize existing schools in the area.

FACILITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT: Great Falls Area Attendance Zone

PHYSICAL CONDITION Assessment- Basis of Evaluation:

International Building Codes (South Carolina)Office of School Facilities (OSF) Guide and RecommendationsAccessibility Codes – ANSI/ADA

- Safety and Security (Crime Prevention through Environmental Design)

- Condition of the Building Envelope

- Mechanical System, Plumbing Systems and Fixtures, Air Quality

USER SURVEYS and FOCUS GROUPS- Digital Surveys Administrated to Teachers and Staff

- Questions to be reviewed by the school district and the board.

COMMUNICATION PLANNING- Dedicated Website to communicate and Inform all residents about the

process and the results

- Maintained from Start to Finish

In an effort to maintain, renovate, or construct facilities for Chester County School District, the school district identifies the following goals:

- Meet the programmatic, instructional, and extracurricular needs in each

facility while providing flexibility for future programs and growth.

- Develop learning environments within facilities that prepare students for

21st century careers.

- Provide equitable student instructional and activity spaces in

facilities throughout the school district.

- Provide safe, secure, and code compliant environments for all

facilities.- Provide buildings and systems that are easily maintained,

sustainable, and energy efficient.

FACILITY UPDATE - GOALS