Smith Elementary School

OVERVIEW

The Smith Elementary School project consisted of a new 83,050 square foot facility that serves 465 students in Grades K-5. The new building was constructed immediately adjacent to the existing school, which remained fully operational during construction. Abatement and demolition of the existing school was completed for a new outdoor play space and parking.

On the inside of the building, W.T. Rich modernized the original design – which embraced an open-space classroom setup that was popular in the 1970s – and constructed state-of-the-art classrooms, an auditorium and a full-size gymnasium. Other features include a robust security system, administrative offices, a STEM room, a library, a media center, an art/music room and additional spaces located along the main hallways and central stairs to encourage further collaboration. The new building will be CHPS certified.