Greater Flexibility for Program• Enlarged gym with stage supports special program events• Enlarged gym allows concurrent phys.ed. scheduling• Single centralized cafeteria allows lunch and recess by grade level

Greater Functionality• Reconfiguration reduces travel time for young children and increases instruction time• Reconfiguration provides enhanced educational courtyard• Reconfiguration locates specialized classrooms with greater proximity to all grades

Small School / Child-Centered Design• Single centralized cafeteria enhances school community awareness• Centralized play areas enhances school community awareness• Pre-K and K-2 area are visually connected

The Educational Program Benefits . . .

July 2015

September 2015

January 2016

December 2017

Design Documents CompletedState Approval for Bidding Construction StartCompletion

Project Schedule following September 2014 Vote

Educational Courtyard

Project Objectives Achieved by Design . . .

Additional Value of the Project . . .

Total Estimated Project Costs: $ 50 MillionAnticipated State Reimbursement: $ 6.1 MillionAnticipated Net Cost to Wilton: $ 43.9 Million

Project Costs

Pre-Kindergarten – • Dedicated appropriate pre-kindergarten space with a separate,

secure entrance and separate drop-off and pick-up

Roof – • New skylights and new insulated roof

HVAC systems – • New energy efficient heating, cooling and ventilation systems

that exceed current code, including indoor air quality and acous-tics

Building Envelope – • Replacement of 1960’s windows and repair of steel roof ‘skirt’

Electrical, Data and Communications Systems – • Upgraded electrical system, upgraded lighting, upgraded

technology infrastructure, new public address system

Life Safety – • Entire building sprinklered for fire protection

Security – • Interior and exterior security features including classroom doors

which lock from the inside, exterior cameras, perimeter control and secure, separate, prominent Pre-K and K-2 entrances

Cafeteria – • Single, centrally located cafeteria with two serving lines and two

dining areas

Playgrounds – • New playgrounds located to the rear of the building accessible

from cafeteria

Parking and Site Circulation – • Separated Pre-K and K-2 traffic patterns and additional parking

spaces

Hazardous Materials – • Abatement of all hazardous materials

Gymnasium – • K-2 Expanded gym space with a stage

Flooring and Cabinetry – • New flooring and cabinets throughout the building

• A renovated Miller-Driscoll school will provide Wilton with a “like new” gateway elementary school at a cost of approx 40% less than the cost of a new school.

• When renovated the Miller-Driscoll school will make Wilton a more attractive community to families relocating to Fairfield County.

Proposed Typical Classroom

MILLER-DRISCOLL SCHOOL PROJECT MILLER-DRISCOLL SCHOOL PROJECT

The overall objective of this school renovation project is to extend the useful life of the school building for 25-30 more years and to add dedicated space to serve a growing special needs pre-kindergarten population.

Project ObjectivesMake the necessary repairs to the building (noted below) and provide sufficient, appropriate and dedicated Pre-K space, per state mandate.• Complete infrastructure upgrades to roof, windows, heating,

ventilation, air conditioning, lighting and technology systems; • Meet current code requirements for occupants health, safety and

access;• Improve comfort and security of students and staff;• Improve energy efficiency; • Provide long-term improvements to teaching and learning

environments; and• Improve pedestrian and vehicular safety on the grounds.

1. Additional Parking

2. Separated Pre-K and K-2 drives

3. Playgrounds relocated for greater security

4. Straight lines of new construction improves exterior sightlines and security

5. Prominent K-2 Entrance

6. Separate Pre-K Entrance

7. Paved Emergency Access Road

Wilton Board of Selectmen adopted a Statement of Purpose and Objectives incorporating the Board of Education’s Statement of Requirements for the educational program.

Wilton Board of Selectmen appointed the Miller-Driscoll Building Committee.

Miller-Driscoll Building Comm. began work to define the project.

Wilton Board of Selectman unanimously approvedConcept Design and authorized Schematic Design.

Wilton Board of Selectman unanimously approved Schematic Design and Cost Estimate.

Wilton Board of Finance unanimously approved Schematic Design and Cost Estimate.

Dec. 2012

Feb. 2013

May 2013

Feb. 18, 2014

July 21, 2014

July 29, 2014

Reviews and Approvals To Date

Prominent Controlled Main Entrance

Dedicated Controlled Pre-K Entrance

Improved Site Plan

Proposed Site Improvements

Public Information Session

Special Town Meeting / Vote

Adjourned Meeting Vote

September 4th, @ 7PM Wilton Library, Brubeck Room

September 23rd, @ 7:30 PMWilton High School Clune Center

September 27th, 9AM to 6PMWilton High School Clune Center

Important Upcoming Dates:

This information is provided by the Miller-Driscoll Building Committee.

Wilton’s Pre-K and K-2 Facility

Pre-K Ramp Connection