Programming Documents for Pre-K for SA - The City of San Antonio

also need an area for personal item storage. It is possible to use builtin
cabinetry as a worksurface for the faculty.
• Security cameras are not desired in the classroom. Since the
classrooms are intended to be model “lab” environments, viewing of
the class activities from the hallway is desirable.
• The children’s restroom does not require a diaper changing area.
• The lobby should feel more like a living room setting. Consider providing a
play area for the children, like in a doctor’s office. In addition, an exhibit
area may be set up in the lobby to allow for the showcasing of 1 or 2
classrooms as rotating exhibits throughout the year.
• No panic button is necessary at the lobby. A PA system could be
used in case of emergency notification.
• Hallways and corridors could be utilized for display area of children’s
artwork and classwork. This should be at the children’s level. Observation
windows in classrooms would then be located 4’-0” above floor level to
accommodate.
• It would be ideal to have a family resource room.
• The Nurse Office bathroom should have a shower to allow for clean up of
children who have accidents during the class day.
• Teachers should have the capability to receive voicemail. It is not necessary
for each to have a telephone, but a voice mailbox would allow for them to
receive messages from parents, etc.
• Playgrounds should have a variety of playscape choices and have areas with
shade. Consider also the use of sidewalk area for chalk art, riding tricycles,
etc. Design may incorporate the walk to the playground into a learning
experience, as well. Consider the utilization of “natural” playground
experiences (i.e. berms).
• The idea of utilizing RFID badges to maintain track of the children was
discussed and generally opposed by the educators.
END OF MINUTES
If any of the participants have any clarification, comments, additions or corrections to be made to these
minutes, please submit them to Molly Cundari (email: mollycundari@facilityprogramming.com) within
3 business days.
City of San Antonio Early Childhood Centers of Excellence
Local ISD Educator Meeting Page 3
August 8, 2012