District Chooses Adaptive Prototype Approach for Chambers and Sunset Replacements

After reviewing a range of options, the district has officially decided to use an adaptive prototype approach for the new Sunset and Chambers Primary Schools.  Adaptive prototype schools use the same basic design with minor changes.  A similar approach was used by the district when Evergreen Primary, Narrows View Intermediate and Drum Intermediate were constructed in the 1990's.  Prototype schools reduce design costs, increase efficiency and ensure equitable environments for students across the district.  Site conditions and academic programs will drive some design and layout differences between the schools.  The most noticeable difference will be the addition of an early learning center at Sunset to house preschool programs now operating out of portables. Parking lots, bus and car access roads, playgrounds and fields will be also be organized differently on each campus because each site is unique.