Phase 1

Estimated cost - less than $3 million

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The Board of Education worked with HTK Architects (Horst, Terrill, & Karst) to develop a scaled-back plan to expand De Soto High School in phases. The district is in the middle of phase one to address the more critical and immediate space needs.

Construction is underway to build eight (8) new classrooms and renovate existing space, which is part of the original bond issue plan. The project should be completed in 2011.

What's in the initial DHS expansion?
The project consists of two additions and minor interior renovations.

·   Additions: 15,000 square feet

· Renovations: 4,500 square feet

· Total Square Feet = 19,500

Additions
The Fine Arts addition will consist of five (5) classrooms with associated spaces for the addition.

· 2 Art Classrooms

· 1 Computer Lab

· 1 Speech Classroom

· 1 Journalism/Digital Media Classroom

Other items:

· 2 Restrooms

· Storage for the Band/Music Program

· Expand the existing Drama Classroom

· Expand the Stage Workroom

· The addition will have an attached Mechanical/ Electrical addition to provide infrastructure for the Phase I addition and future infrastructure for Phase II expansion.

The Flex Classroom/Corridor Link Addition will consist of three (3) flex classrooms adjacent to the existing Commons Area with a new corridor link for student foot traffic. The addition will have an attached Mechanical/Electrical addition to provide infrastructure for the Phase I project and future infrastructure for Phase II expansion.

Renovations

The Secure Entry renovation will consist of inserting a new door from the existing south main entrance vestibule to the main administration area. This will allow the entrance to be locked down during school hours forcing all visitors into the administrative office.

The Project Lead the Way renovation will update the old art classroom to accommodate the pre-engineering program. The existing art class will be relocated to the new Fine Arts addition.

Phase 2 Status: Competitive Bidding Complete; Construction Begins 

New! October 10, 2011

Representatives from Manning Construction and HTK Architects shared details from the recent competitive bid process for Phase II construction at De Soto High School. The project had a total of 21 bid packages and the district received 103 separate bids from various companies. Manning Construction and HTK Architects indicated the high number of bidders reflects the competitive nature of the current construction market.

The Phase II project will include reinforced construction materials to create a storm shelter at De Soto High School. The shelter qualifies for a reimbursement grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the amount of $827,339. Based on the bid results and the reimbursement from FEMA, the budget for Phase II is $ 8,471,578. Manning Construction and HTK Architects recommended the low bidders for all packages. The construction team also recommended the alternate bid for updating the speakers/sound system in the gymnasium in the amount of $42,295.

After discussion, the board took action and approved low bids for construction of the De Soto High School Phase II expansion/renovation as presented,  including Alternate #2 (speakers/sound system). Note: the funds for Phase II construction are already available and will not require the sale of additional bonds; the bond dollars are already reflected in the current mill levy.

Projected FEMA Storm Shelter Reimbursement = $827,339

The school district is applying for funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through its Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) program. PDM provides funds to states, territories, Indian tribal governments, communities, and universities for hazard mitigation planning and the implementation of mitigation projects prior to a disaster event. Funding these plans and projects reduces overall risks to the population and structures, while also reducing reliance on funding from actual disaster declarations. PDM grants are to be awarded on a competitive basis and without reference to state allocations, quotas, or other formula-based allocation of funds. >> Learn more about the grant.

No increase in Property Taxes. The bonds to financially support this project have already been issued by the Board of Education and are reflected in the current mill levy. 

What is included in Phase II?
Take a moment to reveiew the schematic design. >> Click here. (PDF)

Activities Wing Building Addition (44,105 sf)
Description: Building Addition will consist of a 2000 Seat Gymnasium, Wrestling Room, Weight Room, Cardio Room, Activity (Multipurpose) Room, Fine Arts Flex Room, Teachers Work Room, Training Room & Building Events Entry with a Ticket Booth & Concession Stand.

Existing Wrestling Room Renovation (2,600 sf)
Description: With the wrestling room moving to the new building addition, this space will be renovated to a new Health/ PE Classroom, Men's/ Women's Restroom, PE Storage Rooms & a storage vestibule for wrestling mat delivery from the new building addition to the existing Gymnasium.

Existing Locker Room Renovation (8,000 sf)
Description: With the weight room moving to the new building addition, this space will be renovated to expand the existing locker rooms. As part of this renovated area, we will be replacing the existing PE lockers with new lockers & expanding the officials' room.

Existing Gymnasium Renovation (17,622 sf)
Description: Renovation will consist of refinishing the existing wood gym flooring, updating the existing lighting & installing a new sound system.

Existing Performing Arts Center Renovation (6,072 sf)
Description: Renovation will consist of updating the existing lighting, installing a new sound system & installing new Stage extensions.

Phase 3
Estimated cost: $10.8 million - $12.2 million*
*Hard construction costs only. Does not include soft costs for construction.

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General Classroom Addition (26,082 sf)

Description: A two story addition will be built to accommodate 14 general classrooms, two (2) science classrooms, one (1) Family and Consumer Science classroom, Restrooms, storage rooms and lockers commons on both levels.

Sequence: Addition must be constructed in conjunction with media center addition due to mechanical and electrical components being located in the media center addition. Also, the main corridor extension must be included in this addition for student circulation at the east end of the building.

Media Center Addition (21,727 sf)

Description: A two story addition with the media center located on the lower level and four (4) associated classroom spaces on the main level. A locker commons will be built to alleviate the congestion of students at their current locker locations in the main corridor and the corridor into the 400 section of classrooms. The existing main corridor must also be extended to accommodate this addition.

Sequence: Addition can be constructed if the student service suite renovation is constructed and careful planning is made for the two story general classroom addition connecting to the media center addition to the south.

Student Service Suite Renovation (5,614 sf)

Description: Planned where the existing media center is currently located, this renovation will accommodate all of the student services of the high school including a nurse station, and three classrooms.

Sequence: Renovation can only be completed if the media center addition is built.

Kitchen Renovation (496 sf)

Description: Renovation of the Kitchen area is planned to alleviate a la carte items which are currently placed in the commons during lunch. The existing office will be relocated. This space will be modified to allow the a-la-cart items to be stored and purchased from this new room.

Sequence: Renovation can be constructed if the existing gymnasium renovation and auxiliary gymnasium addition is built. Space for the office relocation is currently in a location where doors exiting the gymnasium are located.

Administration Suite Renovation (3,852 sf)

Description: Planned where the existing Administration Suite is currently located, this renovation will provide better circulation throughout the suite, security for the building and bring the suite up to current district standards.

Sequence: Renovation must be completed during summer break.

The 2010-11 school year began with the opening of the district's seventh elementary school, Belmont Elementary, located at 5805 Belmont in Shawnee. The school serves children in Kindergarten through grade five and is also home to the district's special education early childhood program.

Another major project was at Mill Valley High School in Shawnee. The facility was expanded to accommodate a capacity of 1,450 students. This was the school's second expansion since opening in the year 2000.

Belmont Elementary
5805 Belmont, Shawnee

· 28 classrooms

· Activity centers

· Media Center (library)

· Gymnasium

· Cafeteria/Commons area

· Demountable partitions between classrooms for flexibility

Green Features

· Displacement air ventilation system

· Energy efficient modulating chillers

· Waterless urinals

· Fluid applied air and insulation barrier on exterior walls

· Energy efficient T-8 and T-5 lighting

· White roof surface

· Natural daylight for classroom environment

· Enhanced storm water management including rain gardens and metered release detention basins

Mill Valley High School Expansion
Purpose: Increase student capacity from 1,000 to 1,450

New Features

· 38 classrooms

· Expanded student services area

· Expanded special education area for students

· Safety & Security: modified main entrance; expanded office area

· Expanded cafeteria/commons

· Expanded gym capacity

· Auxiliary gym and weight room

Green Features

· Displacement air ventilation system

· Energy efficient modulating chillers

· Energy efficient fin tube heating boiler system

· Waterless urinals

· Fluid applied air barrier on exterior walls

· Energy efficient T-8 and T-5 lighting

· White roof surface

· Natural daylight for classroom environment

· Enhanced storm water management

Safety and Security
Protecting and supporting the education process
for all students & faculty.

As part of its continuing commitment to providing a safe school environment for all students and staff, the Board of Education has approved a safety initiative involving video surveillance. Highlights of this initiative include the installation of a video surveillance system throughout district schools. Cameras will monitor common areas, public access points, hallways, stairwells, student drop off and pick up areas, and portions of school parking lots. Video cameras will not be placed in classrooms, locker rooms or other areas of privacy.