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November 8, 2024
The Campus of Wickliffe Receives an Outstanding Project Award
As a dedicated partner to Wickliffe City Schools, ThenDesign Architecture is thrilled to announce that The Campus of Wickliffe has been selected for an Outstanding Project Award by Learning by Design Magazine’s Spring 2024 Educational Facilities Design Awards Showcase. The Campus of Wickliffe has been recognized as a benchmark facility for incorporating next-generation learning space design and planning methodologies.
To view the publication award page, click on this link.
"This is not the work simply of the school staff or administration, but the work of an entire community. This is your work."
Joseph Spiccia
Superintendent, Wickliffe City Schools
The Campus of Wickliffe in Action
An Outstanding Achievement in Design
A jury of American Institute of Architects (AIA) members and education design professionals evaluated submissions nationwide from architectural firms, schools, and universities. The judges determine each project’s worthiness, unique qualities, and the architectural design and planning concepts that were successfully implemented.
The printed publications were recently distributed to over 50,000 subscribers within the education field throughout the United States, and spotlight the efforts of Wickliffe City Schools during this project.
A Journey of Dedication
A Catalyst for Change is Just the Beginning
As part of the “Catalyst for Change” initiative, the 204,000 SF Wickliffe PreK-12 Campus was designed to create flexible learning spaces for the Wickliffe City School District that could adapt to future educational needs. The new campus sits on the former high school site, reorganizes site circulation and reflects a mutual partnership with the community. A 500-seat Performing Arts Center, two full-sized gymnasiums, and a cafeteria are integrated into a main “Community Hub,” accessible for public events.
Career technical and STEM-focused spaces provide opportunities for students to explore a variety of academic and skills-based pursuits. Additionally, a new state-of-the-art stadium was completed adjacent to the school, becoming a new home for the Wickliffe Blue Devils.
The district participated in the Expedited Local Partnership Program (ELPP) through the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC), and this $60 million project consolidates the aging elementary, middle, and high schools into a single PreK-12 building. In addition, the new facility hosts space for the Family Resource Center. This community center offers free services to many in need.
The new, two-story school officially opened at the beginning of the 2023-2024 school year.
"We are excited to see the extraordinary educational opportunities that will be afforded to our students now and into the future."
Carl Marine
President, Board of Education
The Campus of Wickliffe – Designed for Flexible Learning
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