South Park Elementary School
Deerfield School District 109
Deerfield, Illinois
The Library has been transformed into the Learning Commons: a place that encourages participatory learning, and provides both students and teachers the proper tools and environment.
Project Approach
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Tour Schools with Principals
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Educational Adequacy Survey
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Elementary and Middle School Scope
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Develop Modern and Unique Designs for all 3 Learning Centers (see: Shepard Middle and Caruso Middle)
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Specify Flexible 21st Century Furniture
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Create Exciting and Functional Spaces for All to Enjoy
GreenAssociates worked with the District to design 3 21st Century Learning Spaces, based on students' current and future needs. The Learning Commons are no longer an archive; they are a hub for collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and creativity.
Each Includes the Following Elements:
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Variety of seating and gathering areas
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Tables/Furniture that can be grouped
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Flexible/movable Furniture
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Collaboration areas
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Study rooms
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Flexible and adaptable spaces
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Presentation area
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Makerspace
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Supports current and future technology
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Learning Stairs