Participants will tour the primary public and educational spaces of the new Farmington High School. Opening in September of 2024, the 238,400 sq. ft. building is efficient, compact, and organized into Learning Communities. Each Learning Community consists of classrooms and science rooms open to a break-out space, additional small and large group teaming areas, and a central faculty workroom. Program spaces in the high school include a multimedia production studio, visual and performing arts (including an Auditorium and Black Box Theater), career technical education, STEM labs, and science programs. Serving approximately 1400 students, FHS offers engaging and dynamic educational environments for a range of learning formats and styles.
Member: $10 | Non-Member: $20
Public Sector Member & Non-Member: Free
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. Meeting Basic Needs: Explore how the school's design ensures and surpasses student needs for safety and physical comfort, enabling both students and staff to fully engage in teaching and learning activities.
2. Adaptability: Discover how flexible space design and furnishings create a future-ready school environment that accommodates evolving needs.
3. Promoting Student Agency: Understand how the building supports student agency, trust, and choice by offering diverse breakout spaces that enhance community building and collaborative learning opportunities.
4. Ergonomics: Examine how the furniture design allows students to shift between multiple postures throughout the day, promoting engagement and comfort in learning.
CASE STUDY: Farmington High School
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