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DISTRICTFACILITIESREPORT

DISTRICTFACILITIESREPORT

“Achieving Excellence, Honoring Tradition”

2 Facili es Report - Delaware City Schools

Carlisle Elementary

Conger Elementary

Schultz Elementary

Smith Elementary

DELAWARE CITY SCHOOLS ”

District Student Enrollment Graph

Band class prac cing in the hallway at Willis.

Space Challenges

Growing enrollment presents a real challenge for Delaware City Schools. Five out of eight of the district’s schools are above their designed educa onal capacity. Three schools use trailers as classrooms, and other schools are using hallways and common spaces to hold classes. While the schools have done a great job adap ng to the increased enrollment, it is essen al to give students proper learning spaces for con nued success.

Enrollment

Delaware City Schools has experienced steady growth over the past 25 years. Since the last new building (Dempsey) was constructed in 2000, enrollment has increased by more than 1400 students. Growth projec ons indicate that enrollment will increase by 500 more students by 2020.

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3Facili es Report - Delaware City Schools

Woodward Elementary

Willis Intermediate School

Dempsey Middle School

Rutherford B. Hayes High School

”ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE - HONORING TRADITION”

The Facilities Plan

The DCS facili es commi ee studied many op ons to address overcrowding in the schools. The recommended plan is the most cost eff ec ve op on that addresses the needs of the district and maintains our neighborhood schools. The plan u lizes exis ng schools without construc ng new buildings or redistric ng.

• Addi ons and renova ons to the fi ve elementary schools to accommodate students in preschool through grade 5.• Sixth grade students will be located in a new wing at Dempsey Middle School.• Addi ons and renova ons at Rutherford B. Hayes High School to accommodate increased enrollment and improve classrooms and extracurricular facili es.• Willis will house district offi ces, educa onal programs and be made available for community use (offi ce space, gymnasium, cafeteria, auditorium, etc.).

Stewards of Your Tax Dollars

Delaware City Schools is commi ed to being responsible stewards of our community’s tax dollars. Our district spends less per pupil than nearly any other district in Central Ohio while providing quality educa onal services for students. The district has carefully monitored current bond debt and refunded exis ng bonds to achieve maximum savings for taxpayers. Due to these eff orts, the proposed bond issue would cost a homeowner $62/year (or $5/month) for each $100,000 of home valua on. By law, all of the money is dedicated to facili es and classroom furnishings and cannot be used for salaries or administra on.

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4 Facili es Report - Carlisle Elementary

Under the proposed plan, Carlisle Elementary would remain a neighborhood school serving students in grades K-5.

Proposed Facility Improvements

• Classroom Addi on, 2-Story o Projected 13 classrooms o Remove 3 trailers currently used as classrooms• New Gymnasium• Selec ve Renova ons of Classrooms (exis ng 2-story)• Reconfi gure Parent Pick-Up/Drop-Off Drive• Reconfi gure Bus Pick-Up/Drop-Off Drive• Addi onal Parking• Playground Improvements• Renovate Student Dining Area• Security Upgrades – En re Facility, Including Main Entrance to the Building

Student Enrollment:

Site Map - showing location of proposed additions

Highlight of Major Benefi ts to Students:Addi onal classrooms will eliminate the use of trailers as classrooms and provide space for fi h grade students to return to Carlisle. The new gymnasium will eliminate the shared cafeteria/gymnasium allowing students adequate me for lunch and providing space for physical educa on classes.

CARLISLE ELEMENTARYSCHOOL PROFILE:Year Current Building Constructed: 1955Addi ons/Renova ons: 1979 & 2000Unique Characteris cs: Rated Excellent by the State of Ohio Fully implemented Leader In Me Program

5Facili es Report - Conger Elementary

Under the proposed plan, Conger Elementary will remain a neighborhood school serving students in preschool through grade 5.

Proposed Facility Improvements

• Classroom Addi on, 1-Story o Projected 7 classrooms• New Entry at Winter Street• Addi onal Parking• Playground Improvements• Security Upgrades Throughout the Building, Including a Reconfi gura on of the Main Entrance into the Offi ce Area. Student Enrollment:

CONGER ELEMENTARY

Highlight of Major Benefi ts to Students:Addi onal classrooms will provide space for fi h grade students to return to Conger Elementary. Addi onal parking and traffi c improvements will enhance safety for students and families.

Site Map - showing location of proposed additions

SCHOOL PROFILE:Year Current Building Constructed: 1966Addi ons/Renova ons: 1981/1995Unique Characteris cs: Rated Excellent by the State of OhioA focus on reading has increased academic achievement

6 Facili es Report - Schultz Elementary

SCHULTZ ELEMENTARYSCHOOL PROFILE:Year Current Building Constructed: 1995Addi ons/Renova ons: NoneUnique Characteris cs: Rated Excellent with Dis nc on for 6 years; focus on community service; partnership with WillowBrook for student tutoring Under the proposed plan, Schultz Elementary will remain a neighborhood school serving

students in grades K-5.

Proposed Facility Improvements

• Classroom Addi on, 1-Story o Projected 12 rooms• Convert to Prep Kitchen & Expand Student Dining• Playground Improvements• Addi onal Parking• Change Traffi c Pa ern – Major Improvement o Willow Run Lane Extension• Security Upgrades – En re FacilityStudent Enrollment:

Highlight of Major Benefi ts to Students:Schultz Elementary is one of our fastest growing schools.Addi onal classrooms will provide space for fi h grade students to return to Schultz. Traffi c pa erns will be re-routed for safer pick-up and drop-off points for students.

Site Map - showing location of proposed additions

7Facili es Report - Smith Elementary

SCHOOL PROFILE:Year Current Building Constructed: 1950Addi ons/Renova ons: NoneUnique Characteris cs: Rated Excellent on the State of Ohio Report Card; focus on arts integra on; implemen ng a school-wide Leader in Me Program.

SMITH ELEMENTARYUnder the proposed plan, Smith Elementary will remain a neighborhood school serving students in grades K-5.

Proposed Facility Improvements

• Classroom Addi on, 2-Story o Projected 6 Rooms o Remove Trailer Currently Used for Classroom Space• New Gym• Renovate Student Dining• Addi onal Parking• Playground Improvements• Security Upgrades – En re FacilityStudent Enrollment:

Highlight of Major Benefi ts to Students:Addi onal classrooms will provide space for fi h grade students to return to Smith and eliminate the use of a trailer as a classroom. The new gymnasium will eliminate the shared cafeteria/gymnasium allowing students adequate me for lunch and providing space for physical educa on classes.

Site Map - showing location of proposed additions

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WOODWARD ELEMENTARYSCHOOL PROFILE:Year Current Building Constructed: 1955Addi ons/Renova ons: 1979 & 2000Unique Characteris cs: Rated Excellent with Dis nc on by the State of Ohio Fully implemented Leader In Me Program

Under the proposed plan, Woodward Elementary would remain a neighborhood school serving students in preschool through grade 5.

Proposed Facility Improvements• Classroom Addi on, 1-Story o Projected 10 classrooms o Remove 3 Trailers Currently Used as Classroom Space• New Gymnasium• Renovate Student Dining• Improve Bus Pick-Up/Drop-Off • Addi onal Parking• Playground Improvements• Security Upgrades – En re FacilityStudent Enrollment:

Highlight of Major Benefi ts to Students:Addi onal classrooms will provide space for fi h grade students to return to Woodward and eliminate the use of trailers as a classroom. The new gymnasium will eliminate the shared cafeteria/gymnasium allowing students adequate me for lunch and providing space for physical educa on classes.

Site Map - showing location of proposed additions

Facili es Report - Woodward Elementary

DEMPSEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

9Facili es Report - Dempsey MS

SCHOOL PROFILE:Year Current Building Constructed: 2000Addi ons/Renova ons: NoneUnique Characteris cs: Rated Excellent on the State of Ohio Report CardUnder the proposed plan, Dempsey Middle School will accommodate students in grades

6-8. Sixth grade students will be located in a separate wing, making for a smooth transi on from elementary to middle school.

Proposed Facility Improvements

• Classroom Addi on, 2-Story o Projected 26 classrooms• Improvements to Bus and Drive Area• Addi onal Parking• Restrooms / Storage• Improvements to Track and Stadium• Security Upgrades – En re Facility

Student Enrollment:

Highlight of Major Benefi ts to Students:The addi onal classroom wing will provide space for sixth grade students. In coopera on with the City of Delaware, improvements are planned to alleviate traffi c conges on around the school. Enhancements to the track and stadium will allow for expanded use by school and community groups.

Site Map - showing location of proposed additions

10 Facili es Report - Rutherford B. Hayes HS

RUTHERFORD B. HAYES HIGH SCHOOLSCHOOL PROFILE:Year Current Building Constructed: 1962Addi ons/Renova ons: 1998Unique Characteris cs: Rated Excellent on the State of Ohio Report Card Rutherford B. Hayes High School will remain

a comprehensive high school campus, serving students in grades 9-12.

Proposed Facility Improvements• Classroom Addi on, 2-Story o Projected 20-26 Rooms o Addi on – Music/Performing Arts o Athle cs / Classrooms• Renovate Student Dining• Selec ve Renova ons – South Academic Wing (Basement)• Addi onal Parking• Stadium, Field and Track Improvements• Relocate Girls So ball Field• Future City Bike/Walking Path• Security Upgrades – En re FacilityStudent Enrollment:

Site Map - showing location of proposed additions

Highlight of Major Benefi ts to Students:Addi onal classrooms will provide needed space and modern classrooms for specialty classes including science labs. A larger cafeteria is needed to serve the growing popula on. Upgrades to extra-curricular facili es will allow expanded use for the increased enrollment and demand on facili es.

WILLIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLSCHOOL PROFILE:Year Current Building Constructed: 1883Addi ons/Renova ons: 1933/1985Unique Characteris cs: Rated Excellent with Dis nc on on the State of Ohio Report Card

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Under the proposed plan, Willis Intermediate will become the district’s central offi ce facility and be used for select student programming as needs arise. The building will be widely available for community use.

• District Administra on will be consolidated at Willis.• A Virtual Learning Center and Alterna ve Learning Center will be established.• As space needs arise, pre-school programming could be added/ consolidated.• Community groups needing offi ce space will be invited to establish opera ons.• The auditorium, gymnasium,

cafeteria and related spaces will be made widely available to community groups.

The Plan for Willis:

Highlight of Major Benefi ts:Enrollment has grown to a point that Willis can no longer accommodate two grade levels in the current building. Small classrooms and lack of green space present challenges for students in intermediate school.

Would you like to learn more about the DCS Facilities Plan?Neighborhood town hall mee ngs have been scheduled. Please plan to a end an upcoming mee ng to learn more about the comprehensive plan.

Town Hall Meeting Schedule:• April 9 – Carlisle Elementary School at 6:00 p.m.• April 10 – Smith Elementary School at 6:30 p.m.• April 11 – Schultz Elementary School at 6:30 p.m.• April 17 – Hayes High School at 6:30 p.m.

Facilities information is available on our website: www.dcs.k12.oh.us

Facili es Report - Willis Intermediate

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