Brookfield LaGrange Park School District 95 expanding facilities to support growing enrollment and 21st-century education
Brookfield LaGrange Park School District 95 held groundbreaking ceremonies on May 24, 2018, to kick off construction of new additions to both Brook Park Elementary School and S.E. Gross Middle School.
The ceremonies took place back-to-back beginning at Brook Park Elementary School in La Grange Park, with events following at S.E. Gross Middle School in Brookfield. The school enhancement projects include renovations to the existing facilities, and new additions that will bring much-need space to support the district's growing student body, projected to increase through 2022.
Architect Cashman Stahler Group and general contractor Executive Construction Inc. have been collaborating with the district on these exciting improvements since early 2016.
Currently, both schools have insufficient space to offer a curriculum that meets 21st-century learning standards. In order to support growing enrollment, the administration and Board of Education worked closely with staff, architects, and the community to provide the optimum space to ensure current and future students are prepared for success.
The planned improvements include larger classroom space in both schools with advanced technological tools; larger gymnasiums; and performing arts space for the benefit of all students.
Brook Park Elementary School will undergo demolition of several existing structures to make way for a 49,000-square foot elementary wing that will encompass two-stories. The wing will include six new classrooms for full-day kindergarten, and will consolidate Early Childhood programming into one building.
Ten new first- and second-grade classrooms are planned, with wifi access available throughout and interactive displays in each classroom. The new gymnasium will offer a performing arts space that doubles as a bonus specials room.
The addition to S.E. Gross Middle School will include a 15,300-square-foot gymnasium facility with locker rooms, and will be accessible to the community when school is not in session. A 15,700-square foot renovation of the existing space will bring a new cafeteria; first-floor flexible auditorium / performance space; two new state-of-the art classrooms; a STEM lab; a new art space with kiln room; and an expanded band room with enclosed practice areas for musicians. Wifi access will be available throughout the addition, with interactive displays in all classrooms and lab areas.
Construction at both schools will begin May 25, 2018, and is expected to complete in August 2019.
About Brookfield LaGrange Park School District 95:
Currently attended by nearly 1200 students, the District No. 95 community strives to provide optimal educational opportunities for all of their children. It is their mission to prepare their students to become confident, self-assured, life-long learners. Their goal is to ensure their success as citizens of the world. Serving the Brookfield and LaGrange Park communities, the District is comprised of two schools - Brook Park Elementary School (grades K-5) and S.E. Gross Middle School (grades 6-8). Information on the District is available at www.district95.org.
About Executive Construction Inc.:
Executive Construction is a general contractor in the Chicagoland area whose work is underscored by a highly principled approach to business. At the core of each Executive Construction project is an unwavering integrity that champions clear process, operational excellence, and collaborative teams committed to shared success. Team members lead construction on projects sized from $50,000 to $100M within the new construction, interiors, renovations, and mission critical markets. Collaboration is in their DNA. Over the past 40+ years, they have established themselves as a trusted partner to nationally-recognized architects and engineers, creating unique spaces for notable clients and Fortune 500 companies. Visit www.ecibuild.com to learn more about the firm.
About Cashman Stahler Group:
Cashman Stahler Group is a dynamic group of architects focused on one thing - creating beautiful designs through the art of listening. They are early-adopter leaders in leveraging the power of technology and building information modeling (BIM) to better serve clients. Firm principals are hands-on and directly involved with every project and client from beginning to end. They love what they do and it shows in their work. Located in Lombard, Illinois, information on the firm and its clients is available at www.cashmanstahler.com.