use by the community. Gopher holes have plagued the play fields which have become a tripping hazard for students. The landscape at campus entry does not have any irrigation. Also, the kindergarten playground currently has no lawn area, so increasing the yard size to encompass sod would be ideal. At the interior part of campus, concrete walks are heaving which are a tripping hazard.

Specific to the building interiors, door signage is no longer ADA accessible, about half the door hardware needs to be upgraded to meet ADA standards, the stage curtains at multi-purpose are old and out-dated, the kitchen should be refurbished, the HVAC system causes temperature issues throughout the campus, and light fixtures need to be relamped.

Narrative SummaryPony Express Elementary was originally constructed in 1964 and received a modernization in 2002-2003. However, there are still a number of areas that require improvement.

While the parking lot is adequate size for staff, there is no dedicated bus lane and parent drop-off. This has caused an unsafe condition when buses and parents drop students off within the parking lot or at the street. Reconfiguration of the parking area and a drop-off lane addition would greatly resolve this matter.

Elsewhere on site, the hard-surface playground needs a new overlay with striping. Asphalt paving at the garden area needs to be replaced and tables with a shade structure would facilitate better

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Pony Express Elementary School

SACRAMENTO CITYUNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Sustainable Facilities Master Plan

June 2012

School Mission StatementTo accomplish our vision we will:

• Provide a rigorous, standards-based curriculum that enables all students to meet and exceed established measures of success

• Employ effective, research-based teaching strategies that meet the needs of all students

• Provide a balanced curriculum that develops the confidence and abilities needed for independent decision-making

• Consistently involve all students, staff, parents and community members in decision-making to improve the achievement of all students

• Be a professional, reflective community engaging in active and open communication to support the needs of our students

• Be a “21st Century” school with state-of-the art technology used for teaching, learning, assessment, and achievement

‘Student Centered Education’

Site Plan of Campus

School Location Legend

PEES-I

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Sustainable Sites Outdoor ActivityRepair uneven cracked surface, slurry and re-stripe all play surface areas.

Sustainable Sites Campus CoreInadequate shade from trees exist and this doesn’t promote an outdoor learning environment.

Sustainable Sites School Entry/Drop Off No site lighting exists in the drop off area, only building lighting.

Water Efficiency Exterior Outside can wash has no gate or security.

Energy & AtmosphereEMS system is KMC control system. Recommend to change to District's Standard controls.

Materials & Resources ExteriorNorth side rafter tails and plywood roof sheathing shows extensive dry rot.

Indoor Environmental Quality Light fixture lenses and lamps need to be replaced.

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Water Efficiency InteriorThe waste line from the food preparation sink needs to be an indirect waste connection.

Materials & Resources InteriorDoor hardware is not ADA compliant.

PEES-II

Encourage innovation in high performance school design creating safe, motivating and sustainable learning environments that reduce dependence on non-sustainable resources.

Create safe, barrier free outdoor learning environments incorporating efficient and effective storm water management, landscaping, lighting and surfaces.

Improve the efficiency of fixtures, appliances and irrigation systems to reduce domestic water usage.

Optimize energy efficiency and performance to minimize environmental impacts and reduce operating costs associated with fossil fuels.

Improve the learning environment and extend the life-cycle of facilities while encouraging the use of efficient sustainable materials and reducing waste.

Enhance air quality, thermal comfort, natural light, acoustic performance and physical environments while reducing pollutants. Provide a safe, healthy, functional environment to help motivate students and encourage attendance.

High Performance Transformation

SACRAMENTO CITYUNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Sustainable Facilities Master Plan

June 2012

Pony Express Elementary School

SACRAMENTO CITYUNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Sustainable Facilities Master Plan

June 2012Site Plan – Concept Study

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The following is a site organizational concept of Pony Express Elementary School to implement the Strategic Plan 2010-2014: Putting Children First and the Common Core Standards.

SAFE & WELCOMING SCHOOLDedicated Drop-Off

Visitor/Staff Parking

Garden/Quad/Outdoor Learning

CAREER & COLLEGE READYCore Academic Pathway Transformation

Kindergarten (K)Elementary; Lower 1-3, Upper 4-6

Project Lab Transformation (3,900 sf)Project Labs (PL)Art/Science

Support Support Spaces – distributed

FAMILY & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTTechnology Center (TC) Transformation (5,023 sf)

Media Center & Computer LabParent Center & Conference RoomTeacher Planning CenterNote: Transformation of (E) MP

Multi-Purpose (MP) Expansion (7,536 sf)Dining / Gym / Assembly / Stage Restrooms / Kitchen / Storage

ORGANIZATIONAL TRANSFORMATIONClassroom Conversion / Expansion (14,976 sf)

Portable to Permanent and CR Expansion to meet optimized Campus Capacity Goals of552 – 672 students. 13 Classroomsand Support Spaces

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SACRAMENTO CITYUNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Sustainable Facilities Master Plan

June 2012

Pony Express Elementary School

School Facility Needs- Stop putting off maintenance- School yard beautification, new paint, shade trees- Technology- Maintenance- Meeting Hall- More and new computers- Tables and chairs that aren’t broken and wobbly- Clean: carpets, windows- School yard safety: fill in gopher hoes, level it out- Paint-touch up and window washing- Decent air conditioning that is kept clean- Paint black to- General Beautification, grass, plants, new sign, murals, paint- Dangerous concrete – fix- Improve Kinder playground

School Facility Desired Improvements- Smaller class size- Regulating AC/Heat- Going More “Green”-Parent pick up area-Technology upgrades; document cameras, projectors, smart technology

- More security, especially on weekends

“Teacher’s working conditions are students learning conditions”

School Site Facility(s) Needs The following list was provided by the school’s principal which was generated from school site council and community meetings:

CHPS SummaryCollaborative for High Performance Schools

Supports the idea that “a well-designed facility can truly enhance performance and make education more enjoyable and rewarding…and a productive learning experience.”

In accordance with the Green and Grid Neutral Model Schools Policy Initiative-BP 3511and Resolution No. 2583; Adopting the Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS) Criteria, the following summary characterizes how the Schools align with the Best Practices Criteria.

SUMMARY by Eligible ActualCHPS Categories Points Points

Leadership, Education & Innovation 13 1

Sustainable Sites 14 4 Water Efficiency 9 0 Energy & Atmosphere 29 1 Climate 10 0 Materials & Resources 18 2 Indoor Environmental

Quality 23/25 6

TOTAL 116 14

Under CHPS CHPS HighPerforming Minimum Performing

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Indoor Environmental Quality

- Electrical Systems- Lighting Systems- Technology Systems- Low Voltage Systems

Energy & Atmosphere- Central Plant- HVAC Systems- Specialty Systems- Alternative Energy Systems

Sustainable Sites- School Entry & Drop-off

- Parking & Drives- Service Access- Outdoor Activity- Campus Core - Utilities & Infrastructure

Water Efficiency- Site Utilities &Infrastructure

- Plumbing Systems- Specialty Systems- Fire Protection Systems

Campus Assessment SummaryMaterials & Resources- Signage - Door Hardware- Interior Space- Exterior Finish

Leadership, Education & Innovation

- Career & College Ready- Family & Community Engagement- Organizational Transformation

Assessment TotalCost Summary reflects Total Project Cost Estimate, inclusive of Construction Cost and Soft Cost

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$630,500

$229,190

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