Pettisville, Ohio
The new Pettisville PK-12 School is located on a tight site adjacent to the existing PK-12 School. The district purchased land across a county road to accommodate the ball fields, additional parking and the retention pond. A reduction in energy usage was a driving force for this project. Daylighting roof monitors for the second story classrooms and a geothermal pond system are just a couple of energy efficient components for this new building. A 600 kw windmill is also planned to provide clean energy for the facility.
In 1994, an addition consisting of a new gymnasium, locker rooms and library was added to the original 1929 facility. To make room for the new PK-12 building, the original building will be demolished. An atrium is planned to connect the new building to the 1994 addition. Brick and stone details on the façade of the new building are intended to pay homage to the original facility, while still creating a new vibrant appearance.
Unique to this facility is the Career Tech component that a typical PK-12 school does not have. This 5,000 square foot facility includes an Ag Shop, Lab, and classroom, along with a greenhouse that provides ample space for various types of agriculture, science, and industrial activities.
Another interesting component in this facility is the forward-fold telescopic platform seating. This seating divides a space into a “Little Theater” and a dining space when retracted, or expands to provide auditorium-style seating for larger performances.
Completion Date: September 2011
Square Footage: 98,530
