Steering Committee Meeting #1 | May 15, 2025
The first meeting introduced the project framework, reviewed campus conditions, and gathered initial feedback.
Key points:
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Introductions & Ground Rules: Committee, design team, and district representatives introduced; rules emphasized respectful discussion and consensus-based recommendations.
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Defining Student Success: Goals included confidence, critical thinking, holistic growth, belonging, and post-secondary readiness.
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Project Framework: “Five P’s” (Purpose, People, Place, Process, Pedagogy) introduced; draft goal statement accepted.
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Modernization Needs: Address building/seismic codes, meet NM standards, and add ~67,000 GSF for 1,800-student capacity; design to support current and future academic models.
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Campus Conditions: Challenges include sun/wind exposure, steep slope, lack of shade, long walking distances, and misaligned main entrances.
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Student Feedback: Likes – outdoor eating, walking between buildings, open Main building, more art. Dislikes – poor bathrooms, outdated facilities, lack of greenery, no Caverns connection.
Next Steps: Programming report to be published; meetings scheduled through August 2025.