Derry Cooperative School District > Forward Bound > Maintenance Plan
Maintenance Plan
Overview:
The closure of two aging facilities in the school district has brought attention to the pressing needs of the remaining five schools, whose maintenance concerns have long been postponed. To address these issues, a comprehensive three-phase plan spanning over the next five years has been devised. The first phase will focus on urgent repairs and essential upgrades, ensuring that the existing structures are safer and conducive to learning. This includes addressing issues such as leaky roofs, deteriorating casework, outdated heating systems, and faulty electrical wiring. In the second phase, efforts will be directed towards less pressing but still important needs. The final phase aims to improve the aesthetic appeal of the schools, making them inviting spaces that inspire both students and educators alike. This meticulous plan not only acknowledges the immediate maintenance requirements but also underscores the district's commitment to providing a high-quality and conducive learning environment for all students in the years to come.
Construction History:
East Derry Memorial Elementary School: East Derry Memorial School was constructed in 1986. The 58,000 square foot facility sits on 20 acres of land. Recent upgrades include:
Nearly all HVAC equipment and both boilers were replaced during the Honeywell project.
The building has been converted from well water to public water.
Carpet is being replaced with VCT in classrooms as needed.
West Running Brook Middle School: West Running Brook was constructed in 1994. The 110,000 square foot facility sits on 40 acres of land.
Recent upgrades include:
The parking lot pavement was recently replaced.
Interior and exterior door replacements have been ongoing.
Carpet is being replaced as needed.
Gilbert H. Hood Middle School: Gilbert H. Hood Middle School was constructed in three phases. The initial phase was completed in 1950. Major renovations and additions were completed in the early 1970s and the earlly 2000s. The nearly 170,000 square foot facility sits on 22 acres of land. This building also houses the Derry Early Education Program (DEEP) as well as Next Charter School.
Recent upgrades include:
Both boilers were replaced during the Honeywell project.
A sidewalk was added to the bus lane along the southwest side of the building.
Carpet is being replaced with VCT in classrooms as needed.
Grinnell Elementary School: Grinnell Elementary School was constructed in three phases. The initial phase was completed in 1950. Additions were made to the building in 1986 and 2008. The 70,000 square foot facility sits on 6 acres of land. Recent upgrades include:
Both boilers were replaced during the Honeywell project.
The buildng received a new water main.
Carpet is being replaced with VCT in classrooms as needed.
The main entrance was reconstructed.
Windows and seams were sealed.
Ernest P. Barka Elementary School: Ernest P. Barka Elementary School was constructed in 2004. The 90,000 square foot facility sits on 17 acres of land. Recent upgrades include:
Domestic water booster pumps were replaced with modern units.
Carpet is being replaced with VCT in classrooms as needed.
Reports:
Lavallee Brensinger
The Derry Cooperative School District selected Laallee Brensinger Architects and its team of consultant; VHB Civil Engineering, Foley Buhl Roberts & Associates Sturctural Engineering, CSI Engineers, MEP/FP Engineering Consulting, and New Vista Design Educational Planning and Visioning to conduct an existing condistions assessment of seen district school buildings and two non-educational builidngs used by the district. The project consists of two parts, including:
Part 1-Facilities Assessment: Provide an evaluation of the nine existing facilities including seven school buildings, and two non-educatioal buildings.
Part 2 -Long-Range Facility Plan: Using the Facility Assessment, develop a long-range plan to address facility shortcomings, and help inform the District how its facilites will support the District's educational vision in the next decade. This plan will identify long and short-term actions to help the District prioritze items that are most pressing, as well as items that should be addressed in the future.
Honeywell:
The district entered into an agreement with Honeywell in order to provide more efficiency to the heating, cooling, and overall air handling efforts of the district. Their services have saved the district millions of dollars in energy costs and their recommendations are valued for providing the most efficient resources for the district.
Honeywell Report-Structural Areas of Concern June 6, 2023
Honeywell Report-Structural Issues June 6, 2023
ESSER III Honeywell HVAC Project Report August 22, 2023
Gale Associates:
Gale Associates was hired to perform evaluations on the exterior walls of Derry Village Elementary School, South Range Elementary, and West Running Brook Middle School.
Gale Associates-Derry Village School DRAFT Evaluation Report June 6, 2023
Gale Associates-South Range School DRAFT Evaluation Report June 6, 2023
Gale Associates-Derry Village School Updated Final Evaluation Report June 6, 2023
Gale Associates-South Range School Updated Final Evaluation Report June 6, 2023
Gale Associates Board Presentation June 6, 2023
Gale Associates West Running Brook Middle School Report June 20, 2023
Gale Associates Presentation on West Running Brook Middle School June 20, 2023
Proposed Plan:
Phase 1
East Derry
Fire alarm replacement
Casework throughout
Install generator
Investigate Trombe wall
West Running Brook
Replace concrete banding around building
Generator replacement
Fire alarm system replacement
Gilbert H. Hood
Update electrial systems in 1950 section
Replace windows in 1950 section
Install generator
Replace roof
Grinnell
Replace fire alarm system
Repairs to chimney
Paving
Install generator
Gym ceiling replacement
Ceiling treatment replacement
Casework throughout the building
Replace exterior windows
Address athletic equipment issues
Replace gym floor
Ernest P Barka
Interior and exterior door replacement
Sprinkler system investigation
Phase 2
East Derry
Electrical upgrades
Dividing wall replacement
Exterior repairs to building
Security upgrades
Flooring replacement
West Running Brook
Gym bleachers replacement
Door and frame replacement
Casework throughout
Gilbert H. Hood
Exterior repairs including doors
1970 addition modular panel replacement
Replace flooring
Electrical upgrades 1970's addition
Grinnell
Roof replacement
Replace sidewalk
Interior and exterior doors
Security upgrades
Loading dock
Electrical upgrades
Ernest P Barka
Casework replacement throughout
Replace flooring
Ceiling treatments
Phase 3
East Derry
Install sprinkler system
Replace roof
Paving
ADA compliance
Ceiling treatments
West Running Brook
Ceiling treatments
Flooring replacement
Lockers
ADA compliance
Gilbert H. Hood
Replace fire alarm system
ADA compliance
Security upgrades
Paving
Add parking lot lighting
Grinnell
Add sprinkler system
Replace prefab addition
ADA compliance
Flooring replacement
Ernest P Barka
Security upgrades
Replace generator
Replace fire alarm system
Paving
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why isn't South Range Elementary included in the maintenance plan?
Since the plan is to replace South Range Elementary in two years, regular maintenance will continue through the operating budget. The proposed plan refers to long-term maintenance improvements.
Will students be displaced during these maintenance activities?
Every effort will be made to reduce the interference to the instructional environment at each building with most work being done during the summer and other non-instructional periods.
