New gymnasium and sports arena building
Basic information
Project Title
New gymnasium and sports arena building
Full project title
New gymnasium and sports arena building in Ogre municipality (LATVIA)
Category
Regaining a sense of belonging
Project Description
The gymnasium building is designed for up to 700 students. Only 10-12th grade students will study in this school. The school building is designed taking into account the age groups of students, so that it is engaging and interesting, but at the same time maintaining the requirements necessary for the specific profile. The sports building is functionally connected to the school building. There is an athletics arena, with a team playing fields located inside the track circle.
Geographical Scope
Regional
Project Region
Baltic states (Latvija, Lithuania, Estonia), Latvia
Urban or rural issues
Mainly urban
Physical or other transformations
It refers to a physical transformation of the built environment (hard investment)
EU Programme or fund
Yes
Which funds
ERDF : European Regional Development Fund
Description of the project
Summary
High school is a special time in a young person's life. This stage of life ends with the completion of secondary education, the resolution of personal issues of self-determination and identity, the finding of personal life and value orientations and the development of career plans.
To meet these needs of young people, a new, modern school and sports building has been constructed in Ogre, considering the world's most up-to-date and proven educational organisation and teaching approaches. The school's offer is in line with young people's interests and future plans, and it purposefully introduces individualisation and personalisation of learning.
Building Achievements:
- Construction of a modern, safe, and well-equipped educational and sports facility.
- Compliance with local building codes and regulations.
- Sustainable and energy-efficient design.
- Adequate classroom space, administrative offices, and common areas.
- Provision of necessary infrastructure, as libraries, equipped laboratories, and recreational areas.
Overall Aim:
- To provide quality education and create a conducive learning environment for students.
- To contribute to the community's educational development.
- To promote student growth, academic excellence, and personal development.
Target Groups:
- Secondary school students (only 10-12 grades) in 700 total.
- Teachers, administrative staff, and support personnel.
Specific Objectives:
- Improve student academic performance and achievement levels.
- Foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Enhance the use of technology in education.
- Promote community engagement and partnerships.
- Support professional development for teachers and administrative staff.
- Implement effective educational programs and curriculum.
To meet these needs of young people, a new, modern school and sports building has been constructed in Ogre, considering the world's most up-to-date and proven educational organisation and teaching approaches. The school's offer is in line with young people's interests and future plans, and it purposefully introduces individualisation and personalisation of learning.
Building Achievements:
- Construction of a modern, safe, and well-equipped educational and sports facility.
- Compliance with local building codes and regulations.
- Sustainable and energy-efficient design.
- Adequate classroom space, administrative offices, and common areas.
- Provision of necessary infrastructure, as libraries, equipped laboratories, and recreational areas.
Overall Aim:
- To provide quality education and create a conducive learning environment for students.
- To contribute to the community's educational development.
- To promote student growth, academic excellence, and personal development.
Target Groups:
- Secondary school students (only 10-12 grades) in 700 total.
- Teachers, administrative staff, and support personnel.
Specific Objectives:
- Improve student academic performance and achievement levels.
- Foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Enhance the use of technology in education.
- Promote community engagement and partnerships.
- Support professional development for teachers and administrative staff.
- Implement effective educational programs and curriculum.
Key objectives for sustainability
Key objectives for a new school building with a focus on sustainability and regaining a sense of belonging is following:
Environmental Sustainability:
- Implemented energy eficiancy building practices and technologies to reduce the school's carbon footprint.
- Incorporated renewable energy sources, such as solar panels, to lower energy consumption.
- Promoted water conservation through efficient plumbing and landscaping designs.
- Integrate sustainable materials and construction techniques to minimize environmental impact.
Community Engagement and Belonging:
- Design spaces that foster a sense of community and inclusivity.
- Create multifunctional areas for community events, meetings, and gatherings.
- Engage local residents, parents, and students in the design and decision-making process to ensure their voices are heard.
- Showcase local art and cultural elements in the school's design and decor to celebrate the community's identity.
Educational Sustainability and Innovation:
- Develop curriculum and programs that emphasize environmental education and sustainability.
- Establish a school garden or outdoor learning space to teach students about nature and agriculture.
- Encourage a sense of stewardship by involving students in eco-friendly practices within the school and the community.
- Provide ongoing professional development for teachers to incorporate sustainability into their teaching methods.
These objectives aim to make the new school a sustainable and inclusive hub for the community, fostering a strong sense of belonging while educating future generations about the importance of environmental responsibility.
Environmental Sustainability:
- Implemented energy eficiancy building practices and technologies to reduce the school's carbon footprint.
- Incorporated renewable energy sources, such as solar panels, to lower energy consumption.
- Promoted water conservation through efficient plumbing and landscaping designs.
- Integrate sustainable materials and construction techniques to minimize environmental impact.
Community Engagement and Belonging:
- Design spaces that foster a sense of community and inclusivity.
- Create multifunctional areas for community events, meetings, and gatherings.
- Engage local residents, parents, and students in the design and decision-making process to ensure their voices are heard.
- Showcase local art and cultural elements in the school's design and decor to celebrate the community's identity.
Educational Sustainability and Innovation:
- Develop curriculum and programs that emphasize environmental education and sustainability.
- Establish a school garden or outdoor learning space to teach students about nature and agriculture.
- Encourage a sense of stewardship by involving students in eco-friendly practices within the school and the community.
- Provide ongoing professional development for teachers to incorporate sustainability into their teaching methods.
These objectives aim to make the new school a sustainable and inclusive hub for the community, fostering a strong sense of belonging while educating future generations about the importance of environmental responsibility.
Key objectives for aesthetics and quality
Key objectives of a new school building in terms of aesthetics, quality of experience, design, and cultural benefits, along with examples of how they have been met:
Aesthetic Excellence:
- Objective: Create an architecturally pleasing and visually appealing school building.
- Achievement: The school features modern, aesthetically pleasing architecture with attractive facades, landscaping, and interior design elements that inspire and motivate students.
Quality of Experience:
- Objective: Ensure a comfortable, engaging, and functional environment for students, teachers, and visitors.
- Achievement: The school and sport building is equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms, well-lit and ventilated spaces, ergonomic furniture, and advanced technology to enhance the overall learning experience.
Multi-Purpose Spaces:
- Objective: Design flexible spaces for various activities, from classrooms to performance areas.
- Achievement: The school features versatile spaces that can easily be adapted for lectures, artistic performances, community events, and more, enhancing its functionality.
Safety and Accessibility:
- Objective: Prioritize safety and accessibility to accommodate all individuals.
- Achievement: The school has been constructed with safety measures, including fire exits and ADA-compliant features. It ensures that all students and community members can access the facilities.
Sustainability:
- Objective: Implement eco-friendly design and energy-efficient systems.
- Achievement: The school building incorporates sustainable materials, energy-efficient lighting and HVAC systems, and possibly renewable energy sources, managed by BMS system, promoting environmental responsibility and reducing operational costs.
These objectives aim to provide a well-rounded educational experience, while celebrating the local culture and fostering a sense of community and pride.
Aesthetic Excellence:
- Objective: Create an architecturally pleasing and visually appealing school building.
- Achievement: The school features modern, aesthetically pleasing architecture with attractive facades, landscaping, and interior design elements that inspire and motivate students.
Quality of Experience:
- Objective: Ensure a comfortable, engaging, and functional environment for students, teachers, and visitors.
- Achievement: The school and sport building is equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms, well-lit and ventilated spaces, ergonomic furniture, and advanced technology to enhance the overall learning experience.
Multi-Purpose Spaces:
- Objective: Design flexible spaces for various activities, from classrooms to performance areas.
- Achievement: The school features versatile spaces that can easily be adapted for lectures, artistic performances, community events, and more, enhancing its functionality.
Safety and Accessibility:
- Objective: Prioritize safety and accessibility to accommodate all individuals.
- Achievement: The school has been constructed with safety measures, including fire exits and ADA-compliant features. It ensures that all students and community members can access the facilities.
Sustainability:
- Objective: Implement eco-friendly design and energy-efficient systems.
- Achievement: The school building incorporates sustainable materials, energy-efficient lighting and HVAC systems, and possibly renewable energy sources, managed by BMS system, promoting environmental responsibility and reducing operational costs.
These objectives aim to provide a well-rounded educational experience, while celebrating the local culture and fostering a sense of community and pride.
Key objectives for inclusion
Exemplary outcomes in this context involve creating a secondary school that not only provides an inclusive and affordable education but also serves as a model for other municipalities.
Key objectives for building a new secondary school in a municipality with a focus on inclusion, accessibility, affordability, and design for all principles in ou include:
Accessibility for All:
- Objective: Ensure that the school is accessible to students of all abilities, regardless of physical, cognitive, or sensory challenges.
- Achievement: The school building is designed with ramps, wide hallways, and ADA-compliant facilities to accommodate students with disabilities.
Affordability for All Socioeconomic Groups:
- Objective: Make quality education accessible to all income levels within the municipality.
- Achievement: The school costs is covered by municipality budget, so ensure that students from lower-income families can attend. This encourages socioeconomic diversity and equal opportunities.
Design for All Principles:
- Objective: Create a learning environment that considers the diverse needs and preferences of students, staff, and the community.
- Achievement: The school's design incorporates flexible and adaptable spaces, taking into account various learning styles. It includes sensory-friendly areas, quiet zones, and spaces suitable for different teaching methodologies.
Community Engagement:
- Objective: Foster community involvement and engagement in the school's decision-making and activities.
- Achievement: The school encourages parents, community members, and local businesses to participate in school governance, extracurricular programs, and mentorship initiatives. This builds a sense of ownership and collective responsibility.
Key objectives for building a new secondary school in a municipality with a focus on inclusion, accessibility, affordability, and design for all principles in ou include:
Accessibility for All:
- Objective: Ensure that the school is accessible to students of all abilities, regardless of physical, cognitive, or sensory challenges.
- Achievement: The school building is designed with ramps, wide hallways, and ADA-compliant facilities to accommodate students with disabilities.
Affordability for All Socioeconomic Groups:
- Objective: Make quality education accessible to all income levels within the municipality.
- Achievement: The school costs is covered by municipality budget, so ensure that students from lower-income families can attend. This encourages socioeconomic diversity and equal opportunities.
Design for All Principles:
- Objective: Create a learning environment that considers the diverse needs and preferences of students, staff, and the community.
- Achievement: The school's design incorporates flexible and adaptable spaces, taking into account various learning styles. It includes sensory-friendly areas, quiet zones, and spaces suitable for different teaching methodologies.
Community Engagement:
- Objective: Foster community involvement and engagement in the school's decision-making and activities.
- Achievement: The school encourages parents, community members, and local businesses to participate in school governance, extracurricular programs, and mentorship initiatives. This builds a sense of ownership and collective responsibility.
Results in relation to category
Direct Beneficiaries building a new school in our municipality:
Students:
- Results: Improved access to quality education, a safe and nurturing learning environment, and modern facilities.
- Outcomes: Enhanced academic performance, increased confidence, and a sense of belonging to a supportive school community.
- Impact: Students develop a strong sense of belonging, gain essential knowledge and skills, and have increased opportunities for future success.
Teachers and Staff:
- Results: Access to better teaching resources, improved working conditions, and opportunities for professional development.
- Outcomes: Enhanced job satisfaction, improved teaching quality, and a sense of pride in contributing to a positive educational environment.
- Impact: Teachers and staff feel more connected to their work and students, fostering a sense of belonging to the school community.
Local Community:
- Results: A new community hub for gatherings, meetings, and events, fostering a sense of unity and common purpose.
- Outcomes: Increased engagement in school activities, and opportunities for local businesses to support the school.
- Impact: The local community experiences a stronger sense of belonging, unity, and investment in the school's success.
Indirect Beneficiaries:
Families:
- Results: Access to quality education for their children, leading to improved life prospects and family well-being.
- Outcomes: Increased support for their children's education, and a sense of pride in their children's achievements.
- Impact: Families have a stronger sense of belonging to the school community and take an active interest in educational activities.
Local Businesses:
- Results: Increased opportunities to support the school through sponsorships, partnerships, or employment.
- Outcomes: Enhanced community relationships, brand visibility, and a sense of contributing to the community's well-being.
- Impact: Local businesses foster a sense of belonging.
Students:
- Results: Improved access to quality education, a safe and nurturing learning environment, and modern facilities.
- Outcomes: Enhanced academic performance, increased confidence, and a sense of belonging to a supportive school community.
- Impact: Students develop a strong sense of belonging, gain essential knowledge and skills, and have increased opportunities for future success.
Teachers and Staff:
- Results: Access to better teaching resources, improved working conditions, and opportunities for professional development.
- Outcomes: Enhanced job satisfaction, improved teaching quality, and a sense of pride in contributing to a positive educational environment.
- Impact: Teachers and staff feel more connected to their work and students, fostering a sense of belonging to the school community.
Local Community:
- Results: A new community hub for gatherings, meetings, and events, fostering a sense of unity and common purpose.
- Outcomes: Increased engagement in school activities, and opportunities for local businesses to support the school.
- Impact: The local community experiences a stronger sense of belonging, unity, and investment in the school's success.
Indirect Beneficiaries:
Families:
- Results: Access to quality education for their children, leading to improved life prospects and family well-being.
- Outcomes: Increased support for their children's education, and a sense of pride in their children's achievements.
- Impact: Families have a stronger sense of belonging to the school community and take an active interest in educational activities.
Local Businesses:
- Results: Increased opportunities to support the school through sponsorships, partnerships, or employment.
- Outcomes: Enhanced community relationships, brand visibility, and a sense of contributing to the community's well-being.
- Impact: Local businesses foster a sense of belonging.
How Citizens benefit
Citizens can benefit and involving them in the project can have significant positive impacts. Here's an overview of how citizens benefit of their involvement in the project, and the resulting impact:
Benefits to Citizens:
- Quality Education: Citizens benefit from improved educational facilities, leading to better learning outcomes for their children.
- Community Hub: The school and sports building serves as a central gathering place for community events, meetings, and activities.
- Property Values: The presence of a good school enhance property values in the neighborhood.
- Job Opportunities: The construction phase provided temporary employment opportunities for local residents.
Involvement of Citizens:
- Input and Feedback: Citizens was informed during the planning and design phases, allowing them to provide input on building features, design aesthetics, and functionality.
- Community Meetings: During design phase there was several meetings held to update citizens on the project's progress and address concerns or questions. Also social media was used to update during designing and building process.
Impact of Citizen Involvement:
- Improved Decision-Making: The project benefits from diverse perspectives, leading to more informed decisions.
- Community Ownership: Citizens feel a greater sense of ownership in the school, leading to increased support for its success.
- Strengthened Relationships: Collaboration with local organizations can lead to stronger community relationships and partnerships.
The main goal was to ensure that their voices are heard and their needs are considered throughout the Project. We strongly thought, that it result in a school that reflects the values and aspirations of the community it serves, fostering a strong sense of belonging and support among the citizens in our municipality.
Benefits to Citizens:
- Quality Education: Citizens benefit from improved educational facilities, leading to better learning outcomes for their children.
- Community Hub: The school and sports building serves as a central gathering place for community events, meetings, and activities.
- Property Values: The presence of a good school enhance property values in the neighborhood.
- Job Opportunities: The construction phase provided temporary employment opportunities for local residents.
Involvement of Citizens:
- Input and Feedback: Citizens was informed during the planning and design phases, allowing them to provide input on building features, design aesthetics, and functionality.
- Community Meetings: During design phase there was several meetings held to update citizens on the project's progress and address concerns or questions. Also social media was used to update during designing and building process.
Impact of Citizen Involvement:
- Improved Decision-Making: The project benefits from diverse perspectives, leading to more informed decisions.
- Community Ownership: Citizens feel a greater sense of ownership in the school, leading to increased support for its success.
- Strengthened Relationships: Collaboration with local organizations can lead to stronger community relationships and partnerships.
The main goal was to ensure that their voices are heard and their needs are considered throughout the Project. We strongly thought, that it result in a school that reflects the values and aspirations of the community it serves, fostering a strong sense of belonging and support among the citizens in our municipality.
Physical or other transformations
It refers to a physical transformation of the built environment (hard investment)
Innovative character
Innovative characteristics of our new school building, include:
Flexible Learning Spaces:
- Innovative Characteristic: Incorporating adaptable, multi-purpose spaces that can be easily reconfigured to support various teaching methods and activities.
- Value: Provides educators with versatile environments that promote active and personalized learning, catering to diverse student needs.
Sustainability and Green Design:
- Innovative Characteristic: Implementing renewable energy sources, and sustainable landscaping to reduce the school's carbon footprint.
- Value: Demonstrates a commitment to environmental responsibility and serves as an educational tool for students to learn about sustainability.
Technology Integration:
- Innovative Characteristic: Providing a technologically advanced infrastructure, including smart classrooms, upgraded labs, and high-speed internet connectivity.
- Value: Prepares students for the digital age and enhances the use of technology in education, promoting digital literacy and 21st-century skills.
Community Engagement Hub:
- Innovative Characteristic: Designing the school as a hub for community activities, with spaces that can be easily opened to the public for meetings, events, and workshops.
- Value: Strengthens community bonds, promotes lifelong learning, and maximizes the use of the school as a community resource.
Wellness and Mental Health Focus:
- Innovative Characteristic: Integrating different kind of sport infrastructure premises within the school to address the well-being of students and staff.
- Value: Prioritizes mental and emotional health, creating a supportive and nurturing environment for all members of the school community.
These innovative characteristics went beyond traditional school designs and practices, enhancing the educational experience, promoting sustainability, and fostering a more inclusive and well-rounded environment.
Flexible Learning Spaces:
- Innovative Characteristic: Incorporating adaptable, multi-purpose spaces that can be easily reconfigured to support various teaching methods and activities.
- Value: Provides educators with versatile environments that promote active and personalized learning, catering to diverse student needs.
Sustainability and Green Design:
- Innovative Characteristic: Implementing renewable energy sources, and sustainable landscaping to reduce the school's carbon footprint.
- Value: Demonstrates a commitment to environmental responsibility and serves as an educational tool for students to learn about sustainability.
Technology Integration:
- Innovative Characteristic: Providing a technologically advanced infrastructure, including smart classrooms, upgraded labs, and high-speed internet connectivity.
- Value: Prepares students for the digital age and enhances the use of technology in education, promoting digital literacy and 21st-century skills.
Community Engagement Hub:
- Innovative Characteristic: Designing the school as a hub for community activities, with spaces that can be easily opened to the public for meetings, events, and workshops.
- Value: Strengthens community bonds, promotes lifelong learning, and maximizes the use of the school as a community resource.
Wellness and Mental Health Focus:
- Innovative Characteristic: Integrating different kind of sport infrastructure premises within the school to address the well-being of students and staff.
- Value: Prioritizes mental and emotional health, creating a supportive and nurturing environment for all members of the school community.
These innovative characteristics went beyond traditional school designs and practices, enhancing the educational experience, promoting sustainability, and fostering a more inclusive and well-rounded environment.
Disciplines/knowledge reflected
The design and implementation of a new school building involved representatives from various disciplines and knowledge fields to ensure a comprehensive and well-rounded approach.
1. Architects and Designers: They are responsible for the physical design, layout, and aesthetics of the building.
2. Educators and Curriculum Experts: They contribute to the design of learning spaces, ensuring they support modern teaching methods and educational goals. It was crucial during design phase.
3. Engineers: They provide expertise in structural, electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering to ensure the building's safety, functionality, and sustainability.
4. Environmental Specialists: They focus on sustainable design, energy efficiency, and eco-friendly building materials.
5. Accessibility Consultants: They ensure the building is accessible to individuals with disabilities, following universal design principles.
6. Project Managers and Planners (from both sides – Municipality and Contractor): They supervised the project, coordinating various aspects, managing timelines, and budgets.
7. Financial Experts: They handle budgeting, funding sources, and financial planning.
8. Technology and IT Experts: They ensure the integration of technology infrastructure and connectivity for modern educational tools.
These representatives interact through a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach.
Regular meetings, workshops, and design charrettes facilitate communication. The added value of this interdisciplinary process included:
- Comprehensive Design: Ensuring that all aspects of the building, from educational needs to structural safety and sustainability.
- Innovation: The blending of ideas from different fields can lead to innovative solutions, such as energy-efficient building systems or technology integration.
- Problem-Solving: Experts from various fields, local authorities.
1. Architects and Designers: They are responsible for the physical design, layout, and aesthetics of the building.
2. Educators and Curriculum Experts: They contribute to the design of learning spaces, ensuring they support modern teaching methods and educational goals. It was crucial during design phase.
3. Engineers: They provide expertise in structural, electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering to ensure the building's safety, functionality, and sustainability.
4. Environmental Specialists: They focus on sustainable design, energy efficiency, and eco-friendly building materials.
5. Accessibility Consultants: They ensure the building is accessible to individuals with disabilities, following universal design principles.
6. Project Managers and Planners (from both sides – Municipality and Contractor): They supervised the project, coordinating various aspects, managing timelines, and budgets.
7. Financial Experts: They handle budgeting, funding sources, and financial planning.
8. Technology and IT Experts: They ensure the integration of technology infrastructure and connectivity for modern educational tools.
These representatives interact through a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach.
Regular meetings, workshops, and design charrettes facilitate communication. The added value of this interdisciplinary process included:
- Comprehensive Design: Ensuring that all aspects of the building, from educational needs to structural safety and sustainability.
- Innovation: The blending of ideas from different fields can lead to innovative solutions, such as energy-efficient building systems or technology integration.
- Problem-Solving: Experts from various fields, local authorities.
Methodology used
The methodology of our new school followed a structured process to ensure the successful completion of the project.
Needs Assessment and Planning:
- Begin with a comprehensive needs assessment to identify the educational, community, and infrastructure requirements.
- Develop a project plan that outlines the objectives, budget, and timeline.
Design and Concept Development:
- Engage architects, designers, and educators to create the school's design concept, considering factors such as aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability.
- Develop detailed blueprints and specifications for construction.
Regulatory Approvals:
- Obtain the necessary permits and approvals from local, regional, and national authorities, ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations.
Funding and Budgeting:
- Secure funding through a combination of public financing, EU funding.
- Establish a budget that outlines expenditures for construction, materials, and other costs.
Contracting and Construction:
- Hire a contractor through a competitive bidding process.
- Supervise construction to ensure that it adheres to the design plans and quality standards.
Quality Control and Testing:
- Conduct inspections and quality checks at various construction stages.
- Test building systems such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC to ensure functionality.
Community Engagement:
- Involve the local community and stakeholders in the project through regular meetings, updates, and feedback sessions.
Ensure the building is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities, by following universal design principles.
Staff and Curriculum Preparation:
- Prepare teachers and staff for the transition to the new school by providing training on the building's features and technology.
- Adapt the curriculum to align with the new facility and educational goals.
Needs Assessment and Planning:
- Begin with a comprehensive needs assessment to identify the educational, community, and infrastructure requirements.
- Develop a project plan that outlines the objectives, budget, and timeline.
Design and Concept Development:
- Engage architects, designers, and educators to create the school's design concept, considering factors such as aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability.
- Develop detailed blueprints and specifications for construction.
Regulatory Approvals:
- Obtain the necessary permits and approvals from local, regional, and national authorities, ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations.
Funding and Budgeting:
- Secure funding through a combination of public financing, EU funding.
- Establish a budget that outlines expenditures for construction, materials, and other costs.
Contracting and Construction:
- Hire a contractor through a competitive bidding process.
- Supervise construction to ensure that it adheres to the design plans and quality standards.
Quality Control and Testing:
- Conduct inspections and quality checks at various construction stages.
- Test building systems such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC to ensure functionality.
Community Engagement:
- Involve the local community and stakeholders in the project through regular meetings, updates, and feedback sessions.
Ensure the building is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities, by following universal design principles.
Staff and Curriculum Preparation:
- Prepare teachers and staff for the transition to the new school by providing training on the building's features and technology.
- Adapt the curriculum to align with the new facility and educational goals.
How stakeholders are engaged
In our case here is how different stakeholders was involved, their roles, levels of involvement, and the added value they bring:
1. Local Stakeholders:
- Role: Local community members, parents, and residents play a vital role in shaping the project to meet the specific needs and preferences of the neighborhood.
- Involvement: They participated in municipality organized meetings, community workshops, to provide input on the building's design and community integration.
- Added Value: Local stakeholders ensure that the project aligns with the immediate community's desires, which can lead to a greater sense of ownership and pride in the school. It helps in tailoring the building to local needs.
2. Regional educational authorities:
- Role: Regional educational authorities, local government representatives, and neighboring schools represetatives offered expertise, resources, knowledge.
- Involvement: It collaborate in planning.
- Added Value: Regional stakeholders provided essential support and resources that enhance the overall impact, ensuring that the school benefits a broader area. There is a students also from neighboaring municipalities.
3. National Stakeholders:
- Role: Ministry of Education and Science, regulatory bodies, and funding agency (CFLA) set educational standards, allocate resources, and provide guidance.
- Involvement: They provide cofunding and compliance guidelines to ensure the school meets national educational standards.
- Added Value: National stakeholders contribute to the new school sustainability, ensuring that it aligns with broader educational goals and serves as a model for best practices.
Local involvement ensures the project meets the immediate community's needs, regional engagement leverages resources and expertise, and national collaboration aligns the project with wider educational objectives.
1. Local Stakeholders:
- Role: Local community members, parents, and residents play a vital role in shaping the project to meet the specific needs and preferences of the neighborhood.
- Involvement: They participated in municipality organized meetings, community workshops, to provide input on the building's design and community integration.
- Added Value: Local stakeholders ensure that the project aligns with the immediate community's desires, which can lead to a greater sense of ownership and pride in the school. It helps in tailoring the building to local needs.
2. Regional educational authorities:
- Role: Regional educational authorities, local government representatives, and neighboring schools represetatives offered expertise, resources, knowledge.
- Involvement: It collaborate in planning.
- Added Value: Regional stakeholders provided essential support and resources that enhance the overall impact, ensuring that the school benefits a broader area. There is a students also from neighboaring municipalities.
3. National Stakeholders:
- Role: Ministry of Education and Science, regulatory bodies, and funding agency (CFLA) set educational standards, allocate resources, and provide guidance.
- Involvement: They provide cofunding and compliance guidelines to ensure the school meets national educational standards.
- Added Value: National stakeholders contribute to the new school sustainability, ensuring that it aligns with broader educational goals and serves as a model for best practices.
Local involvement ensures the project meets the immediate community's needs, regional engagement leverages resources and expertise, and national collaboration aligns the project with wider educational objectives.
Global challenges
Our new school building address several global challenges by providing local solutions. These challenges include:
Access to Quality Education:In many parts of the world, access to quality education is limited. A new school can provide local students with a better educational facility, better access to Universities.
Environmental Sustainability:New school building is designed with sustainable features and materials, promoting environmental awareness and addressing global challenges related to climate change and sustainability.
Youth Empowerment Education plays a vital role in empowering youth to be active, engaged citizens. By providing education, it contributes to youth empowerment, which is critical for addressing global issues such as social and political change.
Economic Development:Education is closely tied to economic development. By providing quality education locally, a school can contribute to lifting communities out of poverty and addressing global challenges related to economic inequality.
Community Development: Schools could become community hubs, providing spaces for gatherings, meetings, and events. This contributes to the overall development of the community and addresses broader issues related to social cohesion and community engagement.
Digital Literacy: In an increasingly digital world, access to education that incorporates technology can address global challenges related to digital literacy and the digital divide.
Child Welfare:A school can provide a supportive and protective environment for children, addressing global challenges related to child rights and welfare.
The local solution of building a new school have far-reaching effects, as education is a fundamental driver of positive change and development.
Access to Quality Education:In many parts of the world, access to quality education is limited. A new school can provide local students with a better educational facility, better access to Universities.
Environmental Sustainability:New school building is designed with sustainable features and materials, promoting environmental awareness and addressing global challenges related to climate change and sustainability.
Youth Empowerment Education plays a vital role in empowering youth to be active, engaged citizens. By providing education, it contributes to youth empowerment, which is critical for addressing global issues such as social and political change.
Economic Development:Education is closely tied to economic development. By providing quality education locally, a school can contribute to lifting communities out of poverty and addressing global challenges related to economic inequality.
Community Development: Schools could become community hubs, providing spaces for gatherings, meetings, and events. This contributes to the overall development of the community and addresses broader issues related to social cohesion and community engagement.
Digital Literacy: In an increasingly digital world, access to education that incorporates technology can address global challenges related to digital literacy and the digital divide.
Child Welfare:A school can provide a supportive and protective environment for children, addressing global challenges related to child rights and welfare.
The local solution of building a new school have far-reaching effects, as education is a fundamental driver of positive change and development.
Learning transferred to other parties
Based of our experience following elements could be transfered to other beneficiaries:
Methodology and Planning:
- The structured approach to needs assessment, budgeting, design, and regulatory approvals can serve as a template for other school projects, ensuring a comprehensive and organized process.
Sustainable Building Practices:
- Implementing eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable design principles can be replicated in other construction projects to reduce environmental impact.
Inclusive Design and Universal Access:
- Strategies for creating accessible and inclusive learning spaces can be applied to other schools to ensure that they cater to students of all abilities.
Community Engagement Models:
- Effective methods for involving local communities in the planning and design stages can be adapted to other projects to promote a sense of ownership and pride.
Technology Integration:
- The integration of advanced technology infrastructure can be replicated in other schools to support modern teaching methods and enhance digital literacy.
Innovation in Curriculum and Teaching:
- Educational models and approaches that adapt to changing societal needs can be transferred to other schools to prepare students for emerging job opportunities and promote innovative teaching methods.
Mental Health and Wellness Focus:
- Integrating sport activities rooms and health support services can be replicated in other schools to prioritize the well-being of students and staff and local comunity citizens.
Methodology and Planning:
- The structured approach to needs assessment, budgeting, design, and regulatory approvals can serve as a template for other school projects, ensuring a comprehensive and organized process.
Sustainable Building Practices:
- Implementing eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable design principles can be replicated in other construction projects to reduce environmental impact.
Inclusive Design and Universal Access:
- Strategies for creating accessible and inclusive learning spaces can be applied to other schools to ensure that they cater to students of all abilities.
Community Engagement Models:
- Effective methods for involving local communities in the planning and design stages can be adapted to other projects to promote a sense of ownership and pride.
Technology Integration:
- The integration of advanced technology infrastructure can be replicated in other schools to support modern teaching methods and enhance digital literacy.
Innovation in Curriculum and Teaching:
- Educational models and approaches that adapt to changing societal needs can be transferred to other schools to prepare students for emerging job opportunities and promote innovative teaching methods.
Mental Health and Wellness Focus:
- Integrating sport activities rooms and health support services can be replicated in other schools to prioritize the well-being of students and staff and local comunity citizens.
Keywords
Education
Community
Inclusion
Sustainability
Innovation
