Pendergast

Issued: October 2023

Pendergast Elementary School District has joined forces with Orcutt | Winslow to collaboratively envision a future where the success of every student is assured, and facilities are tailored to meet their needs.

ANALYSIS

DISTRICT-WIDE FINDINGS

VILLA

DESERT

RIO

SONORAN

INTRODUCTION

"Building strong foundations through authentic and innovative experiences to ensure success for every student."

The Pendergast District is conducting an Educational/ Facilities Utilization and Suitability Report in order to assist the Governing board and Superintendent in developing a plan over the next several years. This plan will look into the existing facilities, determine how well they suite the needs of the school, and help to clarify the district’s educational, facility, and financial resources needed to realize the goals of its strategic plan; helping to shape students into the Portrait of a Graduate.

OVERVIEW EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Pendergast Elementary School District engaged with Orcutt | Winslow to conduct visioning and community engagement activities, bringing forth a comprehensive understanding of the existing facilities, education, and sustainability. This was done to develop a multi-dimensional plan for future learning opportunities at their current schools. Each school has its own unique academy/program that focuses its learning and instruction around key core items.

Orcutt | Winslow developed an engagement framework that included a three-step process to visualize how the current approach to these programs is conducted and received by students, parents, and staff in order to understand ways in which implementation can be improved. This report summarizes the steps involved, collected raw data, and analytics of the possible scopes of work for each campus.

þ The first step was a visioning exercise completed with students, parents, teachers, and staff members to define the current conditions of the facilities and how they are suited to enabling the educational models at each school. It also led to defining programmatic aspects that have developed as a result of the changing futures and skill sets as students move from elementary school and beyond.

þ The second step involved a more in-depth engagement in sessions to analyse potential spaces. Areas within each school requiring renovation/refurbishment continue to service programs.

þ The third step was a site visit to assess the current state of facilities and consider the actual renovations scope involved.

OVERVIEW SNAPSHOT

Pendergast Elementary School District was established in a farming community in 1885. What began as a 100-student community has grown into a school district serving more than 9,000 students from preschool through eighth grade, across 12 campuses.

The district serves the communities of Phoenix, Glendale, and Avondale, with its boundaries at Glendale Avenue to the north, I-10 to the south, 83rd Avenue to the east, and the Agua Fria River to the west.

The Pendergast Elementary School District’s mission is to be a high-performing, collaborative community, preparing students to compete in a globally-connected society. We envision a community united to create better futures for all through a commitment to our core values: Integrity, Inclusion, Innovation, and Community.

The Pendergast Portrait of a Graduate has been formulated with students, parents, school, and community input to align with the core values of the district and to demonstrate clear skills of every Pendergast learner. By developing critical skills and competencies, Pendergast graduates can be successful lifelong learners and contribute to the rapidly changing and complex world.

Pendergast Portrait of a Graduate

Information & media literacy

Integrity, empathy & perseverance

Initiative, creativity, academic proficiency & leadership skills

Emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, & relationship driven

A growth mindset, critical thinking & responsible risk taking

Ability to convey information, express ideas & possesses active listening skills

OVERVIEW LEARNING ENVIRONMENT DESIGN

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Today’s and tomorrow’s learning environments differ greatly from the original schoolhouse. Schools need to react to systemic changes in our society, and engage students in forward thinking curriculum delivery that responds to the demands of today’s and tomorrow’s workforce needs.

Here are six key considerations that were discussed at large with the community. Reflecting on these concepts started deep conversations about the future needs of your school district.

01

High Performance Design

High performance facilities provide the basic and psychological needs (thermal comfort, safety, relationships) of students so they can reach their full potential. A high performing building allows staff to focus on developing the whole child; mental health, cognitive development, social-emotional development, identity development, and physical health; all in addition to academic development.

04

Curriculum & Pedagogy

Modern curriculum has seen a shift from content dissemination to skills development. While content still holds great value, with such ease in accessing information, the focus has shifted to skills such as critical thinking, complex problem solving, decision making, active listening, leadership, and time management. Along with what is taught, the way in which teacher’s deliver this content has also evolved towards pedagogiesthat include design or project-based learning.

02

Learner-Centric Design

Learner centric design starts with the student as the focus, as opposed to operational efficiencies. The entire facility, its organization and its operation revolves around what is best for the learner and what makes learning the most impactful. This might mean flexible schedules, and flexible spaces to accommodate for a variety of student groupings and activities.

05

Student Engagement

Modern facilities focus on cognitive, agentic and relational engagement. Cognitive engagement relates to rigor and stimulation. Agentic engagement relates to self-direction, sparks of curiosity, high-level questioning, self-paced learning, and resilience. Relational engagement focuses on trust, empathy, belonging and psychological safety.

03

Student Wellness

Beyond physical education and wellness, students need to feel safe and secure in their learning environments. They also need to develop social and emotional skills such as self-regulation, stress management, empathy and mindfulness.

06

Professional Development

As teaching methods and content continue to evolve, professional development is key in developing the skills modern teacher’s need. Subjects include bridging technology, project-based learning, child and adolescent development, collaboration and mentorship, learning types/styles and content delivery methods.

OVERVIEW 21ST CENTURY LEARNING CONCEPTS

Flexible & collaborative furniture

Makerspace / learning lab

Flexible learning space

Community space / HUB

Outdoor learning

Sensory & calming / refocusing

Learning through play

Above is a collection of concepts and strategies that are reflective of desired qualities in modern learning environments.

OVERVIEW ANALYSIS FRAMEWORK

IN-PERSON MEETINGS

The process in which the data was collected started with a series of in-person meetings at each campus. During these meetings, information regarding each campus was collected to better understand their needs.

CAMPUS VISITS

The final analysis included a site visit to each campus. The design team walked each site to analyse the existing conditions and validate scopes of work identified at each location.

INTERACTIVE POLLING

A series of questions were asked at all campuses.

1. What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by PESD?

2. What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options that are currently provided by PESD help to build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

3. What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by PESD to better align with the Strategic Plan?

4. What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

OVERVIEW COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

JULY 2022DECEMBER 2022

The data to the right is a collection of dates to timeline each virtual session and site visit to its corresponding school.

OVERVIEW

DISTRICT-WIDE FINDINGS

Data was collected from the district as a whole and each campus individually. After analysing the data collected, commonalities were found within the results.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by PESD?

Post-analysis commonalities

• STEM Focus

• Technology Skills

• Project-Based Learning

• Dual Language

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options that are currently provided by PESD help to build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

• Technology Skills

• Problem Solving

• Communication

• Collaboration

• Character

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by PESD to better align with the Strategic Plan?

• Field Trips

• Extra Curricular

• Life Skills

• Technology Updates

• Community Involvement

• Safety/Security

• Flexible Seating/Spaces

• Outdoor Learning

• Collaboration

• Technology

• STEM Classes

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

OVERVIEW LEARNING ENVIRONMENT DATA

The following data was the result of the compiled answers to the questions asked regarding preferred environments for successful learning.

Teacher Resources

SPeD and Concious Design Choices

Career Exposure and Life-Experience

Safety and Security

Collaborative and Interactive Learning

Parental Resources and Involvement

General Facilities Updates: flooring, paint, etc.

Student Health and Wellness

Community and Cultural Engagement

STEM Curriculum and Resources

Technology Infrastructure Updates

BREAKOUT SESSION #1

Flexible Furniture

Comfortable, Safe Spaces

Student-Centric and Guided Learning

Outdoor Learning Spaces

Electives, Clubs and Extra-Curriculars

Cross Grade Collaboration and Mentorship

SPeD Conscious Designs and Porgrams

Smaller Class Sizes, More Teachers

After School Access, Porgrams, and Opportunity

Technology Infrastructure

Flexible Furniture Arrangements

Scheduling Flexibility and Student Choice

Groupwork, Teambuilding and Leadership

Misc.

Multipurpose, Collaborative Spaces

Outdoor Learning Spaces

Parent Resources and Involvement

Career Exploration Trips

Counseling and Wellness

Large Opeen Spaces

Student Specific Spaces, Alvcoves, Quiet Spaces

Teacher Resources

Sports Resources

Student Teachers from Community

Self-Paced Learning

BREAKOUT SESSION #2

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

VILLA DE PAZ COMPUTER SCIENCE ACADEMY

— At Villa de Paz, student achievement is our top priority. Students receive state-of-the-art technology through our partnership with Verizon Innovative Learning Schools and Amazon Future Engineering grants. We are a Computer Science Academy that teaches students to break down complex problems into smaller issues, thereby revealing underlying process patterns. Students also learn how to effectively solve problems, how to communicate, and how to collaborate with others.

Additionally, we offer opportunities such as eSports, Athletics, Clubs, Art, Music, and PE. Our school also participates in Project FUSE, where students have access to a project-based STEAM environment to foster innovation and creativity in solving real-world problems.

Our Mission

Developing future leaders by providing equitable opportunities and access to learning through technology integration and innovative problem solving.

Our Vision

To empower all students for the choices and challenges of the 21st Century

Our Goals

þ To empower computational thinking through the development of: critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, technology literacy, leadership, coding, and digital citizenship

þ To bring a research-based computer science curriculum to all students

þ Staff will develop a pacing guide for the implementation of new and existing computer science curriculum.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

VILLA DE PAZ LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you thing are currently nurtured by Villa de Paz?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Villa De Paz to help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Villa de Paz to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

DE PAZ PERFORMANCE RANKING

PRIORITIES VOTES

PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

VILLA DE PAZ GAP ANALYSIS

Collaborative Spaces

Desire for flexible spaces and furniture, allowing for higher levels of collaboration between classmates and across grade levels. These spaces should also be appropriate for project-based learning styles.

Staffing

There is a preference for more flexibility in the scheduling of teacher hours. Additionally, more staffing is desired to lower class sizes to foster an environment conducive to more personalized learning.

Learner-Centric

A migration towards individualized learning and student by student-based teaching. This might include increased flexibility in both scheduling and curriculum.

Community

Community outreach and inclusion are highly desired to increase student engagement and cultural connectivity.

Outdoors

Strong desire for openings to outdoor spaces to help create spatial variety. This will allow students to create different groupings as well as blend the indoor and outdoor environments for increased wellness and mental health.

Technology

Technology infrastructure updates are necessary to provide the resources and skills required for student success.

Cross-Curriculum Learning

State Mandated Teaching Hours Lack Flexilibility

Smaller Class Sizes

Collaborative Learning and Project-Based Learning

Flexible Rooms/Multi-Purpose Space

Student by Student Based Teaching

Outdoor Learning Spaces

Technology Infrastructure, Power, Wifi, Hardware

After School Access, Programs and Opportunity

Student Teachers From Community

Flexible Furniture

Teacher Restrooms and Work/Prep Room

Student Specific Space, Alcoves, Quiet Spaces

Natural Lighting and Lighitng Upgrades

Storage

Parent Involvement

More Counselors, Social Workers and Psychologists

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

VILLA DE PAZ CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Design team recommendations

þ Villa De Paz is currently under the process of renovation.

þ Underutilized shaded porches are proposed to be extended and transformed into outdoor learning spaces.

þ A makerspace will be included near the science labs.

þ Future plans include a community space that is welcoming near the building entry.

Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested improvements.

Existing courtyards will be shaded to create connective outdoor learning environments.

The existing southwest courtyard will benefit from existing shading and other modifications to promote the use of communal outdoor activities.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC

RAW

DATA DESERT HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Desert Horizon Elementary School is a kindergarten - eighth grade school located in the West Valley of Phoenix. We are a technology academy offering all students unique educational experiences that prepare them for a globally-connected society. We are proud to share that we are a Verizon Innovative Learning School (VILS), which grants our students the opportunity to receive 1:1 devices and mobile hotspots with data plans for reliable internet access at home.

Our school offers many project-based learning opportunities for students and a Maker Space Lab that is equipped with high-tech technology/devices that allows students to investigate and develop solutions to proposed problems. Our project-based lessons are remove centered on creating ownership for students in their learning. We pride ourselves in offering unique educational experiences to all students enrolled at our school.

Our Mission

As a Desert Horizon community, our mission is to educate and empower all students to become global citizens who strive to reach their full potential.

Our Vision

Inspiring and growing tomorrow’s leaders, today.

Our Commitment

þ Setting high expectations for student excellence

þ Focusing on college and career readiness

þ Building a strong community through communication and collaboration

þ Leading by example, using integrity and a strong work ethic

þ Implementing data-driven instruction consistently across the campus

Our Goals

þ To increase the percentage of students performing at or above the proficient level

þ To focus on consistently implementing a rigorous and relevant curriculum with state standards.

þ To build strong community relationships that engage families with their student’s academic and social success.

þ To support students with academic achievement, we will motivate and encourage students to come to school each day and to be on time.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC

RAW DATA DESERT HORIZON LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of to the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Desert Horizon?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Desert Horizon that help to build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Desert Horizon to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

CAMPUS SPECIFIC RAW DATA

DESERT HORIZON PERFORMANCE RANKING

TOP PRIORITIES VOTES

Refined Student Pick-Up/Drop-Off Acoustics

Community Outreach and Inclusion

Community Outreach and Inclusion

More Teachers and Training

Student-Centric and Guided Learning

Comfortable, Safe, Quiet Spaces for Students

Outdoor Learning Spaces

Technology Infrastructure Update

PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES

SPeD Integration and Conscious Design Choice

Flexible Spaces, Furniture and Storage Options

CAMPUS SPECIFIC RAW DATA DESERT HORIZON GAP ANALYSIS

Special Education

There is a strong desire for the overall integration of special education. Designs should be reflective of students unique needs and allow them to learn in personalized, productive and engaging environments. Sensory rooms, smaller class sizes, and other comfortable spaces are optimal.

Flexible Spaces

The availability of large, open spaces, with highly flexible furniture that can adapt to multiple teaching strategies. These spaces can promote collaborative work an project-based learning practices.

Opportunity

There is an interest in after school programs and activities to develop student's social and leadership skills. This may include sports, clubs, or other activities to enhance students education and provide flexible pickup times for parents.

Outdoors

Strong desire for openings to outdoor spaces to help create spatial variety. This will allow students to create different groupings as well as blending the indoor and outdoor environments for increased wellness and mental health.

Technology

Technologically-focused classes are desired to educate students on the latest programs. There is a need for technology infrastructure updates to maintain contemporary equipment.

Life Skills

Collaborative spaces and activities can enhance student's life-readiness skills such as compromising and listening. Early exposure to different professions is also desirable for life preparedness.

SPeD Concious Designs

Smaller Teacher To Student Ratio

After School Access Programs, and Opportunity

Large Open Space in Cafeterias, Gyms and Libraries

Smaller Classes, More Teachers and More Training

Flexible/Multi-Purpose Space, Collaborative Areas

Technology Infrastructure, Power, Wifi, Hardware

Collaborative Learning, PBL and Sensory Space

Parent and Student Education for SPeD Awareness

Cross-Grade Collaboration/Mentorship

Sports Resources for All Grades

Updated Technology and Infrastructure

Flexible Furniture and Storage Space

Before and After School Programs

Self-Paced Learning: Tutoring Opportunities

Anti-Bullying

Educational Trips and Speakers

Parent Involvement

Special Needs Resources

Small Group Learning

More Space in Classrooms

Outdoor Learning

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

DESERT HORIZON CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Design team recommendations

þ Desert Horizon is currently under the process of renovation.

þ The southwest corner of outdoor space will see improvements to promote outdoor learning and learning through play on campus.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

DESERT HORIZON CAMPUS WALK

Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested improvements.

LOCATION: SOUTHEAST GREENSPACE

As a new classroom building is added to the existing campus, a new pocket of space will be created for outdoor learning.

LOCATION: SOUTHEAST GREENSPACE

Existing greenspace can be shaded and used for outdoor activities.

LOCATION: SOUTHWEST CORNER OF GYM

The area between the gym and new classroom building is an opportunity for learning through play.

LOCATION: SOUTHWEST CORNER OF GYM

Once the space is renovated with shading devices, the space will also serve as a connection point between existing buildings and the new classroom building.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

RIO VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

— Rio Vista Elementary School is a kindergarten - 8th grade school located in Avondale, AZ. At Rio Vista, students have the opportunity to learn and grow in ways they never have before. Our Leadership Academy equips students with the proper tools to thrive and achieve success in all of their future endeavours. We focus on problem solving, organization, goal setting, and collaboration. We help all students, kindergarten - 8th grade, to become independent learners and thinkers as well as interdependent. We also offer a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports. Join the Rio Vista family, enroll today!

Our Mission

Rio Vista provides a quality education in a compassionate, respectful and collaborative environment where all students grow and become lifelong learners.

Our Vision

Mustang success, nothing less!

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

RIO VISTA LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Rio Vista?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Rio Vista help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Rio Vista to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

RIO VISTA PERFORMANCE RANKING

PRIORITIES VOTES

PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

RIO VISTA GAP ANALYSIS

Experiential Learning

Project-based learning styles and learning-by-doing models are highly desired. Students should have the opportunity to engage in tactile activities, community events, and outdoor learning while maintaining safety standards.

Special Education

There is a strong desire for the overall integration of special education. Designs should be reflective of students unique needs and allow them to learn in personalized, productive and engaging environments. Sensory rooms, smaller class sizes, and other comfortable spaces are optimal.

Staffing

An increase in staffing is desired to create smaller, more intimate classroom settings with more individualized learning. There is also a need for staffing resources such as collaboration space, breaks periods, and training sessions.

Collaboration

Open spaces and flexible furniture arrangements can promote collaboration between classmates and across grade levels.

Wellness

Students' mental and behavioral health can be improved through counselling services, bullying prevention practices, and the availability of safe, secure spaces.

Technology

Technology infrastructure updates are necessary to provide the resources and skills required for student success.

SPeD Concious Designs

After School Access Programs, and Opportunity

Smaller Classes, More Teachers and More Training

Flexible/Multi-Purpose Space, Collaborative Areas

Technology Infrastructure, Power, Wifi, Hardware

Integration of SPeD and GenEd

Collaborative Learning, PBL and Sensory Space

Parent and Student Education for SPeD Awareness

Create Ecological Awareness

Flexible Furniture

Student Mentorship ProgramsSpaces

Student Specific Spaces, Alcoves, Quiet Spaces

Student Choice in Learning

Biophilic Design

Misc. Items

Outdoor Learning Spaces

Teacher restrooms and Work/Prep Room

Student Teachers from Community

More Counselors, Social Workers and Psychologists

Parent Involvement

Cross-Curriculum Learning

More Variety for SPeD

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

RIO VISTA CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Design team recommendations

þ Reimagine dark, underutilized spaces in the media center as potential sensory spaces or community hubs.

þ Redirect the currrent fire lanes that run through campus so that outdoor spaces can be shaded and transformed into connective learning environments.

þ Add value to circulation spaces, such as open hallways, by creating flexible and collaborative breakout zones.

þ Replace some interior walls with glass partitions for higher teacher visibility and greater opportunity for small-group learning.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA RIO VISTA CAMPUS WALK

Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested improvements.

LOCATION: ROOM 125 B

Replacing the existing partition wall with glass partition could transform the existing, isolated room into a collaborative makerspace with higher connection to the library.

LOCATION: ROOM 120 S CORNER

The currently underutilized space in the back of the library could serve as a good sensory/ calming area with its low ceilings and the addition of comfortable furniture.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA SONORAN SKY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

— Sonoran Sky Elementary School is a preschool - 8th grade school located in Glendale, AZ. We are a community of collaboration, commitment, connection, and celebration. Our mission is to provide the highest quality education for all students for future success. Sonoran Sky is a Dual Language Academy where instruction is focused on students becoming bilingual, bi-literate, and culturally competent. We offer free full-day kindergarten, we have one-to-one technology for all students, and a Makerspace classroom that is used in science classes and for project-based learning.

We pride ourselves on supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally. Our Motto at Sonoran Sky Elementary School is “Soar High, Sonoran Sky!"

Our Mission

Sonoran Sky’s mission is to provide the highest quality dual language education to all students for future success.

Our Vision

A bilingual, bi-literate, culturally competent community of collaboration, commitment, connection, and celebration.

Our Goals

100% of Sonoran Sky Dual Language Academy students will be bilingual, bi-literate, and culturally competent

Our Motto

Soar High, Sonoran Sky!

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

SONORAN SKY LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Sonoran Sky?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Sonoran Sky help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Sonoran Sky to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA SONORAN SKY GAP ANALYSIS

Experiential Learning

Project-based learning styles and learning-by-doing models are highly desired. Students should have the opportunity to engage in tactile activities, community events, and outdoor learning while maintaining safety standards.

Interactive

There is a desire not only for collaborative working spaces, but spaces that are unique and interactive. Schools should be designed as creative outlets for students to express themselves.

Cultural Engagement

Spaces for community events and culturally-relevant activities are desired to enhance connectivity and civic engagement.

Learner-Centric

Student-centric design caters education to the individual. High levels of engagement, connection and understanding are promoted through flexible and comfortable environments.

Outdoors

Strong desire for openings to outdoor spaces to help create spatial variety. This will allow students to create different groupings as well as blending the indoor and outdoor environments for increased wellness and mental health.

Wellness

Factors such as comfortable furniture, natural lighting, sensory spaces and lighting controls can all contribute to a feeling of safety, leading to stronger mental health and engagement.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

SONORAN SKY CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Design team recommendations

þ Reimagine underutilized media space as a potential hub for community events and meetings.

þ Redirect the current fire lanes that run through campus so that outdoor spaces can be shaded and transformed into connective learning environments.

þ Add value to circulation spaces, such as open hallways, by creating flexible and collaborative breakout zones.

þ Replace some interior walls with glass partitions for higher teacher visibility and greater opportunity for small group learning.

CAMPUS SPECIFIC RAW DATA

WESTWIND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Westwind Elementary School is a kindergarten - 8th grade school located in Phoenix, AZ. We are proud to offer a Computer Coding and Robotics Academy that teaches students to break down complex problems into smaller issues, thereby revealing underlying process patterns. Students also learn how to effectively solve problems, how to communicate effectively, and how to collaborate with others. Additionally, we offer opportunities such as eSports, Athletics, Clubs, Art, Music, and PE. Our school also participates in Project FUSE, where students have access to a project-based STEAM

environment to foster innovation and creativity in solving real world problems.

Our Mission

To provide a high quality education for all Westwind students that increases student capacity and empowers confident and creative individuals who value learning.

Our Vision

Empowering Excellence and Success.

Our Goals

Become an “A” School.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA

LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Westwind?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Westwind help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Westwind to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA WESTWIND PERFORMANCE RANKING

TOP PRIORITIES VOTES

Specialized Seonsory Spaces

STEM Focused Curriculum

Security and safety on Campus

Flexible, Collaborative Furniture

Extra-Curricular Activities: sports, clubs and events

Community Interaction and Cultural Integration

Community Interaction and Cultural Integration

Technology and Infrastructure Upgrades

Student Wellness, Counseling, Emotional and Behavioral Support

Parent Involvement and Communication with Teachers

PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES

Studnet-Centric Learning, Flexible Curriculum Trips, Hands-On Learning, Real-Life Experience

Equipment, Supplies, Resources and Facilities

CAMPUS SPECIFIC RAW DATA WESTWIND GAP ANALYSIS

Mentorship/Collaboration

There is a strong desire for peer mentorship and cross-grade collaboration to enhance student leadership, social development, and listening skills.

Experiential Learning

Project-based learning styles and learning by doing models are highly desired. Students should have the opportunity to engage in tactile exercises, community events, and real-life activities while maintaining safety standards.

Extracurriculars

Before and after school programs such as sports, clubs and other events are desired to expand student education and provide flexibility in pickup times for parents.

Staffing

A smaller student to teacher ratio is desired to provide opportunities for individualized learning and cater to unique student needs.

Resources

It is important to maintain proper school resources and infrastructure such as equipment, teacher supplies, and facility upkeep for student success.

Smaller Teacher to Student Ratio

Open Space in Cafeterios, Gyms and Libraries

Cross-Grade Level Collaboration/Mentorship

FlexibleTime for Breakouts

Misc. Items

Sports Resources for All Grades

Flexible Furniture and Storage Spacews

Updated Technology and Infrastructure

Before and After School Programs

Self-Paced Learning

Anti-Bullying

Educational Trips and Speakers

Parent Involvement

Special Needs Resources

Small Group Learning

More Spaces in Classrooms

Outdoor Learning

Wellness

Factors such as comfortable furniture, natural lighting, sensory spaces and lighting controls can all contribute to a feeling of safety, leading to stronger mental health and engagement.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA WESTWIND CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Design team recommendations

þ Reimagine underutilized media space as a potential makerspace, with glass partitions for teacher visibility.

þ Add value to circulation spaces such as open hallways by creating flexible and collaborative breakout zones.

þ Take advantage of open, outdoor space to promote learning through play with the addition of shading devices and outdoor furniture.

Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested improvements.

LOCATION: EXTERIOR COURTYARD

The addition of shading and outdoor furniture could extend usability of the existing amphitheater.

LOCATION: BUILDING 100 HALLWAY

Large, open circulation spaces can double as flexible collaboration zones or breakout spaces for group activities.

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SUNSET RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

— Sunset Ridge Elementary School is a kindergarten - 8th grade school located in Glendale, AZ. We are proud to offer a Digital Communication Academy that focuses on preparing learners to communicate effectively in a digital world. Each grade level has a focus on learning and building skills including, internet safety, ethics, publication, conferencing, publishing, and much more. Additionally, we offer opportunities such as eSports, Athletics, Clubs, Art, Music, and PE. Our school also participates in Project FUSE, where students have access to a project-based STEAM environment to foster innovation and creativity in solving real-world problems.

Our

Mission

Sunset Ridge provides an exemplary educational setting for our students by delivering high-quality and relevant instruction, while partnering with our families and community to develop confident, driven learners, who are able to articulate and communicate in a digital world.

Our Vision

Empowering excellence and success in a highly effective and positive learning community.

Our Goals

þ Provide all learners with a stellar learning experience to give them the knowledge and skills needed to excel in life.

þ Provide a safe learning environment where children feel secure.

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SUNSET RIDGE LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Sunset Ridge?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Sunset Ridge help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Sunset Ridge to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

CAMPUS SPECIFIC RAW DATA SUNSET RIDGE PERFORMANCE RANKING

PRIORITIES VOTES

PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES TOP

CAMPUS SPECIFIC RAW DATA SUNSET RIDGE GAP ANALYSIS

Flexible Furniture

The availability of large, open spaces with highly-flexible furniture that can adapt to multiple teaching strategies is desired. These spaces promote collaborative work and project-based learning practices.

Wellness

Factors such as comfortable furniture, natural lighting, colorful walls, and sensory spaces can all contribute to a feeling of safety, leading to stronger mental health and class engagement.

Resources

There is a need for family resources and parental support at our schools to increase parental engagement and lead to stronger communities.

Mentorship/Collaboration

There is a strong desire for peer mentorship and cross-grade collaboration to enhance student leadership, social development, and listening skills.

Outdoors

Strong desire for openings to outdoor spaces to help create spatial variety. This will allow students to create different groupings as well as blending the indoor and outdoor environments for increased wellness and mental health.

Technology

Technology infrastructure updates, such as wifi, computers, sound systems and outlets are necessary to provide the resources and skills required for student success.

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SUNSET RIDGE CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Design team recommendations

þ Reimagine underutilized media space as a potential hub for community events and meetings.

þ Redirect the current fire lanes that run through campus so that outdoor spaces can be shaded and transformed into connective learning environments.

þ Take advantage of open, outdoor space to promote learning through play.

þ Replace some interior walls with glass partitions for higher teacher visibility and greater opportunity for small group learning.

Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested improvements.

ROOM 120 N CORNER

S O U R I A V E N U E

The current media space has the potential to double as a community hub for local gatherings and events outside of school hours.

LOCATION: ROOM 125 N CORNER

M I S S O U R I A V E N U E

The room behind the library is currently isolated and underutilized. Replacing some walls with glass partitions and furniture could transform the space into a functional learning lab.

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DESERT MIRAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Desert Mirage Elementary School was established in 1993 in Glendale, AZ and is proud to be part of the Pendergast Elementary School District. Our dedicated and innovative staff is honored to serve over 750 preschool through eighth grade scholars. We support our school community through differentiated STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) programming, rigorous academic and social-emotional support. We serve a diverse population and we pride ourselves on building and maintaining strong relationships. Our motto is "One School, One Family" and we consistently practice this in our actions with our students, families, partners, with each other, and our community.

Desert Mirage has unique opportunities at every grade level to provide project-based learning experiences aligned with the Portrait of a Graduate. Scholars thrive by creating projects and cooking in the Makerspace. Within the FUSE Lab, project-based learning is enriched through scholarly interest-based challenges. After school, scholars end their school day with Interscholastic Sports, eSports and a variety of project-based after-school clubs.

Our Mission

The mission of the Desert Mirage STEAM Academy is to promote students' academic, social-emotional, and independent growth through rigorous project-based learning opportunities.

Our Vision

Desert Mirage Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) Academy empowers the next generation of creative, culturally conscious, critical thinkers and problem solvers.

Our Goals

þ Teachers will embed rich, project-based learning opportunities aligned with AZ State Standards and Pendergast District-approved curriculum.

þ Strategic collaboration with community partners, industry leaders and sponsors to enrich the educational learning experiences of our Desert Mirage scholars.

þ Through Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), our scholars are provided with opportunities to engage in explicit social-emotional learning (SEL). This learning helps build the foundation that supports scholars in their interpersonal relationships and academic success.

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DESERT MIRAGE LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Desert Mirage?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Desert Mirage to help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Desert Mirage to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

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TOP PRIORITIES VOTES

Extracurriculars: clubs, sports, events Safety

Career Preparation and Experiences

Community Engagement: events, partnerships

Student-Centric Learning

Elective Options: band, choir, coding, photography, language, etc.

Comfortable Environment: natural light, biophilia

PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES

Hands-On Learning: sensory, tactile

Technology Updates: labs, desktops, iPads, printers, etc.

Wellness, Mental Health and Counseling

Technical Education

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA DESERT MIRAGE GAP ANALYSIS

Experiential Learning

Project-based learning styles and hands-on learning styles are highly desired. Students should have the opportunity to engage in tactile activities, community events, and outdoor learning while maintaining safety standards.

Community

Spaces for community events and culturally relevant activities are desired to enhance connectivity and civic engagement.

Technology

Technologically-focused classes are desired to educate students on the latest hardware and software. Updated labs, computers, and other equipment will be necessary to maintain high level technology courses.

Outdoors

Strong desire for openings to outdoor spaces to help create spatial variety. This will allow students to create different groupings as well as blending the indoor and outdoor environments for increased wellness and mental health.

Collaborative Spaces

Desire for flexible spaces and furniture, allowing for higher levels of collaboration between classmates and across grade levels. These spaces are appropriate for multiple teaching styles, including project-based modules and social learning.

Wellness

Student's mental and behavioral health can be improved through counselling services, bullying prevention practices, and the availability of safe, secure spaces.

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DESERT MIRAGE CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

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Design team recommendations

þ Transform existing outdoor corridors into connective outdoor learning environments for cross-grade collaboration.

þ Add value to the media space and classrooms through the addition of flexible and collaborative furniture.

þ Take advantage of existing covered walkways by converting them to usable shaded learning space.

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Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested improvements.

LOCATION: S FIELD

Currently underutilized outdoor spaces behind classroom buildings could be

LOCATION: MEDIA CENTER

The addition of flexible and collaborative furniture could improve the learning environment present in the existing media center.

LOCATION: EXTERIOR WALKWAY

Functional glass garage doors could be added to the back of each classroom space, allowing the two buildings to open into the communal outdoor space between.

LOCATION: EXTERIOR HALLWAY

Covered porches lining many of the buildings on campus provide shade for outdoor activities with the addition of flexible furniture.

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AMBERLEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Amberlea Elementary School is a one of a kind educational institution located in the West Valley of Phoenix. We are a kindergarten - 8th grade public school in the process of becoming a Performing Arts Academy. We are excited to share that we will be providing a unique curriculum that interweaves rigorous academics with performing arts, music, theatre, and dance. We believe that sustained experience in the performing arts teaches creative problem-solving and builds confidence and inclusivity among students. Along with our high academic standards and an intellectually stimulating curriculum, Amberlea is a school like no other.

In addition to performing arts, Amberlea will continue to offer many project-based learning opportunities for students. At Amberlea, students have access to a Maker Space Lab that is equipped with high-tech technology/devices that allow them to investigate and develop solutions to proposed problems. Our project-based lessons are student-centered on creating ownership for students in their learning. We pride ourselves in offering unique educational experiences to all students enrolled at our school.

Our Mission

To provide a quality education that upholds the values of competence, character, and compassion.

Our Vision

Creating Purposeful Learners with the drive to strive and thrive.

Our Goals

Amberlea strives to develop well-rounded students both academically and socially. We have a focus on being respectful, accountable, working hard, and being responsible. These leadership attributes are posted all over campus and are emphasized daily to all students.

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AMBERLEA LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Amberlea?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Amberlea to help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Amberlea to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA AMBERLEA PERFORMANCE RANKING

Parent Involvement: classes. resources

Comfortable Environment: natural

colorful, air, space

PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA AMBERLEA GAP ANALYSIS

STEM Curriculum

There is a strong desire for enhanced programs in science, technology, engineering and math. These programs will need updated lab spaces with high levels of flexibility to promote a variety of hands-on activities.

Learner-Centric

Student-centric design caters education to the individual learner. High levels of engagement, connection and understanding are promoted through flexible and comfortable learning environments.

Extracurriculars

Educational opportunities such as arts-based programs, clubs, and other electives are highly sought after. These activities increase creativity, keep students engaged and can provide flexibility in pickup time for parents.

Outdoors

Strong desire for openings to outdoor spaces to help create spatial variety. This will allow students to create different groupings as well as blending the indoor and outdoor environments for increased wellness and mental health.

Community

There is an interest in learning opportunities for parents and the extended community. Community spaces can build stronger neighborhood networks and increase cultural connectivity.

Collaboration

Open spaces and flexible furniture arrangements can promote collaboration between classmates and across grade levels.

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AMBERLEA CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Design team recommendations

þ Redirect the currrent fire lanes that run through campus so that outdoor spaces can be shaded and transformed into connective learning environments.

þ Add value to circulation spaces such as open hallways by creating collaborative breakout zones.

þ Use flexible outdoor furniture to incorporate outdoor learning environments in existing covered walkways.

Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested improvements.

Exposed outdoor spaces can be shaded for higher usage and campus connectivity.

Large, open circulation spaces can double as flexible collaboration zones or breakout spaces for group activities.

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CANYON

BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

— Canyon Breeze Elementary School is a remarkable Kindergarten - 8th Grade school located in the city of Avondale. Our school is in the process of becoming an Engineering Academy and will include a unique curriculum that interweaves rigorous academic and engineering courses, providing unique educational experiences for all students. We believe that introducing engineering concepts to K-8 students is essential because it promotes creative thinking, problem solving, and helps students develop habits that they can use for the rest of their lives. Students who attend

Canyon Breeze have the opportunity to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities such as eSports, theatre club, taiko drumming, and many others. At Canyon Breeze, we are committed to equipping all students with the proper skills and abilities to succeed and achieve in their future endeavors.

Our Mission

To provide students with a rigorous learning environment, to foster a joy of discovery and self-inquiry, a love of learning and to promote a collaborative culture of innovative problem solving.

Our Vision

To prepare students to excel and compete in a global society as leaders and innovators.

Our Goals

Be Responsible, Be Respectful, Be Safe, Be Kind.

Our Promise

þ Provide all students with a safe learning environment.

þ Actively engage parents in all aspects of student learning.

þ Teachers will identify specific instructional strategies that align with the variety of diverse learning needs of all students that incorporate multicultural information and approaches.

þ Expect high expectations for all students.

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RAW DATA CANYON BREEZE LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Canyon Breeze?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Canyon Breeze to help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Canyon Breeze to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA CANYON BREEZE PERFORMANCE RANKING

VOTES

PERFORMANCE RANKING

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA CANYON BREEZE GAP ANALYSIS

Wellness

Factors such as comfortable furniture, open space, natural light, color and sensory spaces can all contribute to a feeling of safety, leading to stronger mental health and engagement.

Learning Through Play

Learning through hands-on activities and learning by doing modules are highly desired. Students should have the opportunity to engage in tactile activities, outdoor learning, and interactive projects.

Extracurriculars

Educational opportunities such as arts-based programs, clubs, and other electives are highly sought after. These activities increase creativity, keep students engaged, and can provide flexibility in pickup times for parents.

Outdoors

Strong desire for openings to outdoor spaces to help create spatial variety. This will allow students to create different groupings as well as blending the indoor and outdoor environments for increased wellness and mental health.

Flexible Design

The availability of large, open spaces with highly flexible furniture can be adapted to multiple teaching strategies. Spaces designed for flexibility can promote collaborative work and project-based learning.

Technology

Technology and other infrastructure updates are necessary to provide the resources and environments required for student success.

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CANYON BREEZE CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Flexible & collaborative furniture

Community space / HUB

Makerspace / learning lab

Flexible learning space

Outdoor learning

Sensory & calming / refocusing

Learning through play

Design team recommendations

þ Reimagine underutilized media space as a potential hub for community events and meetings.

þ Take advantage of open, outdoor space to promote learning through play with the addition of shading devices and outdoor furniture.

þ Replace some interior walls with glass partitions for higher teacher visibility and greater opportunity for small group learning.

Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested

The addition of flexible furniture and storage could allow for the current media center to double as a community space after school hours.

The current playground area could be shaded for maximum usage in warm months.

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PENDERGAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pendergast Elementary School is a kindergarten - 8th grade school located in the West Valley of Phoenix. We are proud to be an Apple ConnectEd School. Pendergast was chosen from the thousands of schools across the country to be fully funded for an Apple 1 to 1 implementation with all of the most current Apple technology and teaching strategies to best support our staff and students. Students have been able to use their access to technology as they learn and grow at Pendergast.

We are also very proud of our Sustainability Academy. Through our academy, Pendergast students are engaged in activities and lessons to: promote the conscientious use of our planet’s non-renewable resources, support students as they attain a thoughtful regard for the environment, and develop/ implement an innovative use of materials and technologies to support student success. We invite you to join the Pendergast family!

Our Mission

Pendergast Elementary School is committed to educating responsible citizens who will contribute in positive ways to the local and world community.

Our Vision

Innovative Schools. Empowered Learners.

Our Goals

þ Provide all learners with a stellar learning experience to give them the knowledge and skills needed to excel in life.

þ Provide a safe learning environment where children feel empowered and motivated to learn.

þ Provide extra-curricular activities to provide students with opportunities to grow outside of the classroom.

þ Develop soft skills such as teamwork, collaboration and an openness to different perspectives and cultures.

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Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Pendergast?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Pendergast help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Pendergast to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

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PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA PENDERGAST GAP ANALYSIS

Community

There is an interest in learning opportunities for parents and the extended community. Community spaces can build stronger neighborhood networks and increased cultural connectivity.

Flexible Design

The availability of large, open spaces and highly flexible furniture promotes adaptability to multiple teaching strategies. These spaces are ideal for project-based learning and collaborative work.

Technology

Technology and infrastructure updates are necessary to provide the resources and environments required for student success.

Outdoors

Strong desire for openings to outdoor spaces to help create spatial variety. This will allow students to create different groupings as well as blending the indoor and outdoor environments for increased wellness and mental health.

Extracurriculars

Educational opportunities such as arts-based programs, clubs and other electives are highly sought after. These activities increase creativity, keep students engaged and can provide flexibility in pickup time for parents.

Learner-Centric

Student centric design caters education to each individual learner. High levels of engagement, connection and understanding are developed in flexible and comfortable environments.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA PENDERGAST CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Design team recommendations

þ Transform existing outdoor corridors into connective outdoor learning environments for cross-grade collaboration.

þ Reimagine isolated classrooms as makerspaces and learning labs with glass partitions for teacher visibility.

þ Add value to circulation spaces such as open hallways by creating flexible and collaborative breakout zones.

þ Bring life back into areas like the school garden through community involvement.

Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested improvements.

2ND FLOOR

COMPUTER LAB

This isolated classroom space has potential to serve as a makerspace or learning lab.

The currently uncultivated garden beds could be reimagined as a community garden space for locals to enjoy.

KITCHEN

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GARDEN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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Garden Lakes Elementary is an A-rated school located in Avondale, AZ. At Garden Lakes we offer our STEAM Design and Build Academy, offered to all students in 5th-8th grade. In addition, we have a unique K-8 goal-setting program, Makerspace, FUSE Lab, Buddy Program - (older grades partner with younger grades), and school-wide PBIS. Students at Garden Lakes have the opportunity to participate in a variety of extracurricular clubs and activities such as: National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, Read Better Be

Better, Diversity Club, STEAM Club, Yearbook Club, eSports, Library Club, Drama Club, Newspaper Club, and Dance Club. Our after-school sports include: boys and girls volleyball, basketball, soccer, flag football, and cheer.

Our Mission

To create a responsible, respectful and safe school community environment so that every student will be empowered to achieve excellence and success.

Our Vision

Empowering students to achieve excellence and success for every Diamondback in every classroom, every day!

Our Motto

Every Diamondback, Every Classroom, Every Day will be safe, responsible and respectful.

Our Value Statement

Dynamic Diamondbacks: Achieve, Community, Kindness and Success. We are Garden Lakes!

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LAKES LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Garden Lakes?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Garden Lakes to help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Garden Lakes to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

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GARDEN LAKES PERFORMANCE RANKING

PRIORITIES VOTES

PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES TOP

CAMPUS SPECIFIC RAW DATA GARDEN LAKES GAP ANALYSIS

Collaboration

There is a desire for flexible spaces and furniture, which would allow for higher levels of collaboration between classmates, teachers, and across grade levels. Collaborative spaces are appropriate for project-based learning modules.

Entrepreneurship

There is a need for more career exposure, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy in curriculum. This is a great opportunity to engage in community partnerships to give students real-world experiences.

STEM Curriculum

An enhanced curriculum in science, technology, engineering and math requires updated laboratory spaces and high levels of flexibility to facilitate a variety of hands-on activities.

Extracurriculars

Educational opportunities such as arts-based programs, clubs, and other electives are highly sought after. These programs increase creativity, keep students engaged, and can provide flexibility in pick up times for parents.

Outdoors

Strong desire for openings to outdoor spaces to help create spatial variety. This will allow students to create different groupings as well as blending the indoor and outdoor environments for increased wellness and mental health.

Communication

Communication between parents and teachers is an area of improvement to investigate.

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GARDEN LAKES CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Design team recommendations

þ Transform existing outdoor corridors into connective outdoor learning environments for cross-grade collaboration.

þ Reimagine media space as a potential hub for community events and meetings.

þ Take advantage of existing covered walkways by converting them to usable shaded learning space.

þ Upgrade landscaping with shading and fill in exposed areas for a connected feeling between buildings.

GARDEN LAKES PARKWAY

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GARDEN LAKES CAMPUS WALK

Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested improvements.

LAKES PARKWAY

LOCATION: BUILDING B EXTERIOR WALKWAY

Additional trees and landscaping could bridge the gap between the two buildings and foster a shared community of learning.

LOCATION: LIBRARY

Replacing a wall with a glass partition could provide the visibility needed to increase use of this makerspace.

LOCATION: BUILDING G EXTERIOR COURTYARD

Covered walkways can be transformed into versatile indoor/outdoor learning environments with the addition of flexible furniture.

LOCATION: BUILDING C & D EXTERIOR WALKWAY

Glazed garage doors could be added to the back of classroom spaces to open into this outdoor space, creating a collaborative outdoor learning environment.

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COPPER KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Copper King Elementary is a Kindergarten - 8th Grade school located in the West Valley of Phoenix. We provide a variety of opportunities for students to grow academically, socially, athletically and artistically. Engineering is the STEAM area of focus that all students will experience at Copper King. FUSE and Makerspace are also integrated into every grade level, allowing students to discover new interests, learn from and with each other, and develop autonomy as learners. Students may participate in team sports that include soccer, volleyball, basketball, cheerleading, track and field and eSports. We also offer band, orchestra, choir, dance and much more! Enroll today and join the Copper King family!

Our Mission

Copper King provides a safe, respectful and meaningful environment that allows children to persevere, act safely, cooperate and be kind.

Our Vision

Excellence from all, for all.

Our Goals

þ Provide all learners with the knowledge and skills needed to be productive members of their community.

þ Provide a safe environment where students are able to take risks and thrive in their learning.

þ Provide extra-curricular activities that allow students to grow outside of academics.

þ Provide opportunities for students to practice teamwork and collaboration while accepting different perspectives and cultures.

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC RAW DATA COPPER KING LIVE POLL

Questions were asked of the group and data was collected from the school campus as follows.

01

What skills and dispositions from the Portrait of a Graduate do you think are currently nurtured by Copper King?

02

What Educational Programs, Experiences and Curricular Options are currently provided by Copper King to help build skills that align with the Strategic Plan?

03

What additional Educational Programs, Experiences, and Curricular Options should be provided by Copper King to better align with the Strategic Plan?

04

What facilities, infrastructures (furniture, technology, etc.) impact and improve student outcomes?

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KING PERFORMANCE RANKING

TOP PRIORITIES VOTES

PERFORMANCE RANKING CATEGORIES

CAMPUS SPECIFIC RAW DATA COPPER KING GAP ANALYSIS

Learner-Centric

Student-centric design caters education to each individual learner. High levels of engagement, connection and understanding are facilitated through flexible and comfortable environments.

STEM Curriculum

There is a desire for enhanced programs in science, technology, engineering and math. These programs will need updated lab spaces with high levels of flexibility to promote a variety of hands on activities.

Wellness

Student's mental and behavioral health can be improved through counseling services, bullying prevention practices, and the availability of safe, secure spaces.

Cultural Engagement

Spaces for community-driven events and culturally relevant activities are desired to enhance connectivity and civic engagement.

Outdoors

Strong desire for openings to outdoor spaces to help create spatial variety. This will allow students to create different groupings as well as blending the indoor and outdoor environments for increased wellness and mental health.

Extracurriculars

Educational opportunities such as arts-based programs, clubs and electives are highly sought after. These activities increase creativity, keep students engaged and can provide flexible pickup times for parents.

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COPPER KING CAMPUS WALK

After touring the site and discussions with stakeholders, our design team produced a list of recommendations. Icons placed on the campus map suggest areas of improvement by utilizing the 21st Century Learning Concepts.

Design team recommendations

þ Promote learning through play with the addition of shading devices and outdoor furniture to existing outdoor spaces.

þ Replace some interior walls with glass partitions for higher teacher visibility and greater opportunity for small group learning and makerspace workshops.

þ Take advantage of existing covered walkways by convertig them to usable shaded learning space.

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COPPER KING CAMPUS WALK

Areas of focus were photographed and categorized based on the 21st Century Learning Concepts for suggested improvements.

LOCATION: ADMIN BUILDING EXTERIOR WALKWAY

This empty space has the potential to host a playground extension for more outdoor learning opportunities.

LOCATION: ROOM G1 N CORNER

Replacing a wall with a glass partition could provide the visibility needed to increase use of this makerspace.

LOCATION: EXTERIOR WALKWAY

EXIST. EXIST.

Exposed outdoor spaces can be shaded for higher usage and provide connection between buildings on campus, fostering stronger feelings of community.

LOCATION: BUILDING D EXTERIOR COURTYARD

Covered walkways can be used as versatile indoor/outdoor learning environments.

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