'Buildings and Learning 101' is Dec. 6
December 05, 2011
On Tuesday, Dec. 6, PPS hosts “Buildings & Learning 101: A background briefing for people who care about Portland Schools,” from 7-9 p.m. at Benson High School, 546 N.E. 12th Ave.
Attendees will learn about best practices for school facilities nationwide and how they pertain to PPS schools. PPS Chief Operating Officer C.J. Sylvester and Facilities Director Tony Magliano will offer an illustrated presentation, addressing issues such as:
- What are the basic requirements for good school buildings?
- What building improvements are needed to support new teaching and learning methods and technologies?
- What have studies and assessments told us about the condition of PPS buildings?
- What are the options for funding school capital improvements?
A question-and-answer period will follow.
The meeting is part of the school district’s continuing effort to educate Portlanders on the state of PPS buildings and to engage the community in identifying needed upgrades and how to pay for them.
