Kingsclear Consolidated School Parent / Community Meeting November 29, 2010

Information Kingsclear Consolidated School was constructed in 1950 Wood frame building comprised of 1350 sq. m. of floor space Situated on a 4.16 acre site Official September 30, 2010 enrolment ( Enrolment Nov 24 th ) $288,346 in facility upgrades since 02-03

Background April 2009 – PSSC expressed concern regarding the condition of Kingsclear Consolidated School and its ability to accommodate the needs of students and staff. June 2009 – The district recommended a full review of the facility.

Background June 2009 – District Education Council recommended to the Minister that an evaluation of program and curriculum needs and the condition of the facility be conducted. Summer 2009 – Consultant engaged to evaluate the facility condition. September, 2009 – Consultant report received.

Background November 2, 2009 – Consultant’s report shared with PSSC. February 22, 2010 – PSSC meeting to discuss options for the future of Kingsclear Consolidated School. May 31, 2010 – received letter from PSSC requesting major renovations.

Background It was made clear to the District that the community wishes to ensure the future existence of Kingsclear Consolidated School.

Background June, District Education Council recommended to the Minister that a full study of the sustainability of Kingsclear Consolidated School in accordance with Policy 409: Multi-Year School Infrastructure Planning be undertaken as a Major Capital Project for

Background September, 2010 – Received revised consultant’s report. Revisions not included in original report: ◦ Elevator essential to meet accessibility requirements. ◦ Recommendation that a structural analysis be completed prior to any major renovation. Typically buildings of this period are seismically deficient. ◦ Programming deficiencies will not be addressed without the incorporation of a new addition. ◦ An addition will reduce already limited parking and hard surface play areas. ◦ Revised costs to reflect above.  Renovation increased from $1,990,000 to $3,045,000  Addition increased from $5,950,000 to $6,683,000

Background In accordance with Policy 409, outcomes of a sustainability study can include maintaining the status quo, repairing the school or closing the school and placing students elsewhere.

Sustainability Study Factors Enrolment Trends – steady or marginal increase Health & Safety – ongoing minor & preventative maintenance Quality of Education Programs & Services Transportation – 78% of students are eligible for bussing Finances – Operational costs comparable to other schools Impact on local community – desire to keep a community-based school Most scenarios would impact other school communities

Options Option 1 Maintain status quo with regard to program delivery and facility; physical education and French Immersion continue offsite. Ongoing minor and preventative maintenance will ensure that health and safety issues are addressed.

Options Option 2 Maintain status quo with regard to program delivery. Upgrade facility as per ADI Building Assessment ($3,045,000) through the annual Major Capital Improvement Process. This project would become part of the existing major capital improvement process, normally phased over a number of years and prioritized with all other district projects.

Summary Numerous options were evaluated. With the exception of Options 1 & 2, all have significant impact on one or more school communities. Enrolment does not support construction of a new facility without affecting other school communities. Cost of the proposed addition is not feasible given proximity to a school which could accommodate the current population with a lower cost addition.

What’s next? Report back to District Education Council on December 9, 2010 for further direction. Recommending Option 2.

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