The following district presented on the progress of their proposed project at the January 18, 2023 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical School District
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Dore + Whittier Management Partners, Inc.
Designer: Drummey Rosane Anderson, Inc. 

The Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical School District (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School facility with a new facility on the site of the existing school.  The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the Educational Program; appreciation for attempting to integrate Vocational Technical programs with academic programs in the proposed design and providing opportunities to further encourage collaboration by selectively identifying a double classroom on each floor that could open to connect with academic space; the relationship between academic and vocational teachers; the role of teachers and counselors in preparing students for job placement and opportunities to engage job coaches for students who may need additional support; engagement of students and teachers both vocationally and academically in all phases of the design and construction of the new building, particularly involving academic teachers and encouraging student creative writing, blogging and podcasting; considerations for drainage and stormwater management for future impact to residential neighborhoods with climate change; access to the building for individuals with limited mobility; further development of the proposed two main entrances and use of a common sloped walkway, as well as opportunities to incorporate universal design principles; sheltered access to the building for everyone; use and maintenance of the proposed courtyard, and opportunities to connect the courtyard with the student commons and dining area as the heart of the school; the location and use of the flexible auditorium (“expotorium”); the District’s intent for having the Design Visual Program as part of the existing programs and not a separate new program; distribution of Special Education program spaces and the DESE submittal process; and opportunities for site development for outdoor learning.

MSBA staff is currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the March 15, 2023 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Town of East Longmeadow
East Longmeadow High School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Skanska USA Building, Inc
Designer: Jones Whitsett Architects, Inc (in association with SMMA) 

The Town of East Longmeadow (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing East Longmeadow High School with a new facility serving grades 9-12 on the site of the existing school.  The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the Educational Program; distribution of Special Education program spaces and the DESE submittal process; indoor/outdoor connections and intended use of proposed outdoor learning and dining areas; site circulation, parking and sheltered walkway from bus drop-off; entry into the site and visual connection to the main entrance of the building upon approach; opportunities to simplify massing as design progresses; considerations associated with assignment methodology for guidance counselors to students; incorporation of State Seal of Biliteracy and opportunity to include ASL; schedule of health and physical education classes to encourage physical activity year round; location of the proposed dark room and graphics programs and distance from the art rooms; potential challenges associated with transporting set materials from art classrooms to stage; location of the proposed loading dock in relation to cafeteria, auditorium, and art programs; location of the proposed cafeteria and associated design considerations to reduce sound from interfering with adjacent spaces; and, opportunities for students to engage in projects in adjacent wetlands.

MSBA staff is currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

Whitman-Hanson Regional School District
Whitman Middle School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Colliers Project Leaders USA NE, LLC
Designer: Ai3 Architects, LLC

The Whitman-Hanson Regional School District (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Whitman Middle School with a new facility serving grades 5-8 on the site of the existing Whitman Middle School.  The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the Educational Program; plans for professional development for 5th and 6th grade teachers as it relates to the proposed changes to grade configuration; further development of the proposed two main entrances and use of a common entrance plaza; consideration of hierarchy for approach to the site and clear identification of entrance to the building; opportunities to refine site circulation and appreciation of island buffer for bus parking; State Seal of Biliteracy and world language program opportunities for English Language Learner students; considerations associated with distribution of grade levels per floor; relationship of the covered outdoor classroom to the science room; distribution of Special Education program spaces and DESE submittal process; cost considerations associated with the proposed Auditorium and communication from the District to inform its residents of related costs; the proposed curved academic wings and opportunities to consider segmentation to simplify design for constructability; and, status of Lease language.

MSBA staff are currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the March 29, 2023 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Town of Hopkinton
Elmwood Elementary School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: The Vertex Companies, LLC (formerly known as Compass Project Management, Inc.
Designer: Perkins Eastman Architects

The Town of Hopkinton (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to replace the existing Elmwood Elementary School with a new facility serving grades 2-4 on an alternative site referred to as the Hayden Rowe Street site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: the importance of professional development and collaboration opportunities for all teachers across disciplines;  considerations associated with the integration and implementation of project based learning and interdisciplinary curricula, including resources, staffing and continued professional development; the MSBA’s “Review and Recommendations of Best Practices for K-12 STEM Learning Spaces” report and Staff Recommendation for 2018 Science/Technology/Engineering Area Guidelines as it relates to staffing of STE rooms, classroom sinks and storage; appreciation of the overall building design, massing and scale of the academic neighborhoods for young learners; inclusion of a full-time Librarian; consideration of extending the proposed canopy to provide sheltered access to the building for individuals with limited mobility; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE submittal process; site circulation and user experience of entry to the building; proximity of wetlands and opportunities for outdoor learning; and, clarification of setbacks and site constraints.  as it relates to staffing of STE rooms, classroom sinks and storage; appreciation of the overall building design, massing and scale of the academic neighborhoods for young learners; inclusion of a full-time Librarian; consideration of extending the proposed canopy to provide sheltered access to the building for individuals with limited mobility; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE submittal process; site circulation and user experience of entry to the building; proximity of wetlands and opportunities for outdoor learning; and, clarification of setbacks and site constraints.

MSBA staff is currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

Whittier Regional Vocational Technical School District
Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Leftfield, LLC.
Designer: JCJ Architecture, PC

The Whittier Regional Vocational Technical School District (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School with a new facility serving grades 9-12 on the existing site (“Preferred Schematic”).  The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the Educational Program; opportunity to use elements of the Educational Program as tools for community outreach; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE submittal process; clarification of spaces that are exclusively dedicated to the delivery of Special Education Services; understanding of topographical challenges and site constraints; conceptual nature of the current floor plans; clarification of the building massing and architectural expression; experience and hierarchy of the second floor of the building; visual connections and ways to enhance programs for community use; entryway locations and vehicular access to building associated with related Chapter 74 Programming; importance of professional development and collaboration between academic and vocational teachers; consideration of interior shop layouts as it relates to clearances, and circulation into and out of the Automotive spaces; and, awareness of cost drivers, construction timeline and cost of materials.

MSBA staff are currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the May 17, 2023 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

City of Newton
Countryside Elementary School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Dore & Whittier Management Partners, LLC
Designer: DiNisco Design, Inc. 

The City of Newton (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Countryside Elementary School with a new facility serving kindergarten through grade 5 on the existing site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation for the overall design of the proposed building; integration of sloped walkways and universal design principles; building orientation on the site; building massing and opportunities to break down scale with architectural elements and streamline volumes; hardscape surfaces within the back courtyard and opportunities to use permeable surfaces for drainage and stormwater management; sheltered entrances and exits; appreciation of the District’s educational program and thoughtful responses to comments; upcoming school department leadership transition and continuity of educational priorities; proposed staffing of the building; brief discussion on operational budget for elementary schools; site constraints and potential challenges as it relates to current and future floodplain projections; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE review process; and, community outreach and support for the proposed project..

MSBA staff is currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

City of Lynn
Pickering Middle School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: LeftField, LLC
Designer: Raymond Design Associated, Inc. 

The City of Lynn (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Pickering Middle School with a new facility serving grades 6-8 on the site of the existing Pickering Middle School, Sisson Elementary School, and adjacent Magnolia Park. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the Educational Program; distribution of Special Education program spaces on the second floor and DESE review process; appreciation of creativity of the placement of the building on a compact site; site constraints and potential challenges as it relates to current and future floodplain projections; incorporation of transparent and opaque materials to further define interior spaces and maximize natural light; location of the Media Center on the first floor; location of the proposed Learning Deck; consideration of alternative windows on the Media Center to add character and break down scale; appreciation of World Language program offerings for English Learners and incorporation of the state seal of biliteracy; consideration of a spring floor in the gymnasium for dance and other types of performances; upcoming school department leadership transition and continuity of educational vision; District’s intention for future use of the existing Pickering facility; and, District’s efforts to urge legislators to revise state (Ch. 70) funding formula so additional operational money would be available to support programs and professional development.

MSBA staff are currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

City of Holyoke
William R. Peck Middle School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Anser Advisory, LLC (formerly Pinck & Co., Inc.)
Designer: Mount Vernon Group Architects, Inc.

The City of Holyoke (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the District’s preferred schematic design to replace the existing middle school facility with a new William R. Peck Middle School on the existing site, as part of the MSBA’s Model School Program. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: the District’s educational program and associated building needs; ongoing rezoning and grade reconfiguration across the District; considerations for the proposed middle school schedule including number and duration of daily class periods, student transitions, collaborative planning time for teachers, and proposed special education programming; opportunities for art, music, physical education and world language program offerings as essential components of the current schedule development effort; overall project schedule considerations; and community outreach and potential opportunities to expand access and incentives for participation.

MSBA staff are currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the May 24, 2023 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Town of New Bedford
John B. DeValles Elementary School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: P-Three Inc. in collaboration with Atlantic Construction & Management, Inc
Designer: Turowski2 Architecture, Inc.

The Town of New Bedford (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to to proceed into Schematic Design for a project that proposes to consolidate the student population of the existing John B. DeValles Elementary School and the James B. Congdon Elementary School and construct a new facility serving grades K-5 on an alternative site referred to as the Goodyear site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation for the site plan, building layout and adjacent outdoor learning and play spaces, location of the proposed parking and vehicle circulation in relation to the building, character and scale of the building in relation to the surrounding neighborhood, appreciation of playfulness in the building design and separation of public spaces from classroom wing, opportunities to simplify the building envelope as the design progresses, site constraints, the proposed building massing and canting of the roof, efficiency of the floor plan and wayfinding within the building, appreciation of the Educational Program and Kindergarten/Grade 1 looping, distribution of Special Education spaces, sheltered access to the building for individuals with limited mobility, school department leadership transition and continuity of educational vision, considerations associated with acute angles within the classrooms, including supervision, storage and furniture, and circulation on the first floor as it relates to connections between the classroom wing and access to the Media Center.

MSBA staff is currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

The following district presented on the progress of their proposed project at the August 2, 2023 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Town of Clinton
Clinton Middle School
Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Dore & Whittier Management Partners, Inc.
Designer: Lamoureux Pagano Associates Architects, Inc.

The Town of Clinton (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Clinton Middle School with a new facility serving grades 4 through 8 on the existing site. MSBA staff has reviewed the Feasibility Study and accepts the District’s Preferred Schematic.  The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the Educational Program and responses to comments; opportunity to increase World Language program offerings for all students including English Learners; proposed use and staffing considerations for the proposed Media Center and Maker Space; the size of the proposed parking in relation to the building as well as refinements to integrate safety measures, designated parking areas and green space; anticipated further refinement of the building massing to clarify scale and volumes, character and experience upon entry; appreciation of the layout of the academic and public spaces; distribution and use of Special Education spaces and DESE submittal process; student class size and age requirements related to sub-separate classrooms within a 4-8 grade configuration; and opportunities for renewable energy use such as geothermal wells, solar panels and other potential energy saving resources.

MSBA staff is currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the September 20, 2023 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Town of Berkley
Berkley Community School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: PMA Consultants, LLC
Designer: Taylor & Burns, Inc

The Town of Berkley (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Berkley Community School with a new facility serving pre-kindergarten through grade 4 on the existing site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: building orientation on the site; appreciation of the proposed  simple and logical building design; the character of the proposed building and opportunities to add playful elements for young learners; site development and opportunities to further define outdoor learning spaces; appreciation of the District’s educational program and its inclusion of educators in the process; sheltered access to the building for individuals with limited mobility; transparency of the building and media center; consideration of looping for first and second grades; location and use of the proposed breakout spaces and hallway spaces as gathering points; existing drainage challenges and stormwater management considerations within the proposed plan; and, the District’s request to be considered as part of the MSBA’s Model School Program.

MSBA staff is currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

Town of Dedham
Oakdale Elementary School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: The Vertex Companies, LLC
Designer: Jonathan Levi Architects LLC

The Town of Dedham (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Oakdale Elementary School and Greenlodge Elementary School with a new facility serving students in grades 1-5 on the existing Oakdale Elementary school site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the updates to the Educational Program and responses to comments; the importance of professional development as it relates to the proposed changes to teaching methodology, particularly as it relates to project based learning; sheltered access to the building for individuals with limited mobility; opportunities to develop indoor/outdoor connections; ongoing traffic study and further development of the proposed site plan; site circulation and the proposed safety access lane; location of the gym and the proposed parking areas; the existing 1902 facility; clarification of the massing of the proposed building; and, opportunities to simplify the design for constructability and management of construction costs.

MSBA staff are currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the September 27, 2023 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Town of Scituate
Hatherly Elementary School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: The Vertex Companies, LLC.
Designer: Dore + Whittier Architects, Inc.

The Town of Scituate (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Hatherly Elementary School and Cushing Elementary School with a new facility serving students in pre-kindergarten through grade 5 on the existing Hatherly Elementary School site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the updated Educational Program and the District’s responses to comments; explanation of the location of the building in relation to the flood plain, neighboring residential properties, site topography, and associated drainage considerations; site circulation and location of PK parking and drop-off; the location of accessible drop-off and parking and accessibility of front plaza; sheltered access to the building for individuals with limited mobility; clarification associated with the location, use, and number of the elevators; the proposed locations of the Media Center and Administration Offices; clarification of how the Media Center will be staffed and operated; adaptive PE and opportunities to provide partial separation for students while the gym is in use; use and maintenance of the proposed courtyards; the building’s orientation and how it may impact material choices for the facade; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE submittal process; appreciation of the site plan and illustration of landscape zones; maintenance considerations for trails and outdoor learning areas as well as opportunities to use hardscape, raised planters and turf; intentional design and use of the proposed breakout spaces and considerations for younger learners, such as supervision; and, benefits for the design team of working with the District to understand and incorporate feedback from their previous building project.

MSBA staff is currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

Town of Stoughton
South Elementary School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: The Vertex Companies, LLC.
Designer: Drummey Rosane Anderson, Inc. 

The Town of Stoughton (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design for a project that proposes to consolidate the student population of the existing South Elementary School and the Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School and construct a new facility serving grades K-5 on an alternative site referred to as the “Line Lumber” site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the updated Educational Program and the District’s responses to comments, particularly regarding the integration of curriculum areas; site constraints and circulation; access to the building for emergency vehicles including use of hardscape and structural pavement in northwest corner; sheltered access to the building for individuals with limited mobility; intentional design and use of the proposed breakout spaces and considerations for younger learners, such as supervision; appreciation of the overall building design and layout, benefits of the building geometry such as opportunities for connections to outdoor learning spaces that are within the proposed emergency access lane; intentional use and programming of central open space (lobby) as the design progresses; clarification of the proposed use of the “learning “stairs”; STEM as a space for all students to learn and be part of everyday life and experience; appreciation of the collaborative spaces on the north and west wings, consideration of work surface materials and utilities access; considerations associated with the integration and implementation of project based learning; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE submittal process; and, thoughtful outreach to families to ensure access to items that may be costly, including internet, musical instruments and other resources.

MSBA staff are currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

The following district presented on the progress of their proposed project at the November 8, 2023 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Town of Belchertown
Jabish Brook Middle School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Skanska USA Building Inc.
Designer: Lamoureux Pagano Associates | Architects, Inc. 

The Town of Belchertown (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Jabish Brook Middle School with a new facility serving grades 6-8 on the existing school site.  The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the District’s educational program; appreciation of the logical and compact building design; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE submittal process; Science Technology and Engineering spaces and their conformance to MSBA guidelines; site circulation and user experience of entry to the building; approach to the proposed drop-off zone; building massing, site development and opportunities to further define outdoor learning spaces; opportunities to connect the educational program to outdoor spaces; and, proposed layout of the main lobby.

MSBA staff is currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

The following districts presented on the progress of their proposed projects at the November 15, 2023 Massachusetts School Building Authority (the “MSBA”) Facilities Assessment Subcommittee (the “FAS”) Meeting:

Town of Agawam
Agawam High School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Leftfield, LLC
Designer: Flansburgh Associates, Inc.

The Town of Agawam (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design with an addition and renovation of the existing Agawam High School facility serving grades 9-12, which includes a stand-alone Pre-Kindergarten facility.  The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the District’s educational program and opportunities to use elements as tools for community outreach; circulation of students and teachers throughout the site and building; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE submittal process; opportunities for English Learners to participate in World Language programs; consideration of updating descriptions of academic levels and programs to reflect career readiness; proposed use of exterior assembly space, commons and large group instructional space; connections from the courtyard to the academic and group gathering areas; site development and distribution of parking and green space; sheltered access to the building for individuals with limited mobility; further study related to the needs for geothermal and air source heat pumps and associated building envelope considerations; existing horticulture program and intentions for garden and greenhouse in the proposed project; location and number of restrooms in academic and public areas of the proposed building; and, media center staffing as well as the relationship and access to the adjacent public library.

MSBA staff is currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.

City of North Adams
Greylock Elementary School
Current Phase: Feasibility Study

Owner’s Project Manager: Colliers Project Leaders USA NE, LLC
Designer: TSKP Studio, LLC

The City of North Adams (the “District”), the Owner’s Project Manager, and design team presented an overview of the options studied during the Feasibility Study and the District’s preferred solution to proceed into Schematic Design to replace the existing Greylock Elementary School and Brayton Elementary School with a new consolidated facility for 240 students in Kindergarten through Grade 2, plus Pre-kindergarten, at the existing Greylock Elementary School site. The FAS, MSBA staff, and the District discussed: appreciation of the District’s thorough educational program; the proposed building’s logical and welcoming design; appreciation of the separation of public spaces from the academic wing; distribution of Special Education spaces and DESE submittal process;  location and use of the proposed breakout spaces; utilization of the courtyard and its connection to the educational program; consideration of looping for first and second grades; further development of the cafeteria and creating intentional visual connections to the courtyard and second floor; building massing; the proposed roof lines and geometry of the building exterior and educational spaces; and, use and potential development of the community porch.

MSBA staff are currently working with the District to reach a mutually agreeable solution to recommend to the MSBA’s Board of Directors.