Some more homework from Sheri:
".... The school [MMIB] is not large enough for 1000 students. We don't need a school that large. We will be around 780 students at capacity.
6th-10th- 130 students equals 650 students
11th-12th- 130 total
Total students is 780. As they stated 50% of the kids don't go on to the Diploma Program."
That was Sheri's reaction to these e-mails between Dr. Taylor and Dr. Miller, adminstrative leaders within the Iredell-Statesville school system.
>>> Kenny Miller 3/26/2010 5:00 PM >>>
To all,
The only difference I see for the capacity figures were generated by the increase in class size by the state. In addition the use changed the grade levels resulting in much different class size numbers (The elementary capacity sheet was calculated in 2008 when the class size requirements were less than the current year and Mt. Mourne was an elementary school).
The reason we reworked the capacities was to reflect the changes in class size and different grade levels from the original 2008 worksheet. We could not do this until we had firm figures from the state. As everyone knows any increase in class size will increase capacity. The 550 reflected a best estimate based on state recommended class sizes prior to our knowing the states exact class size changes. The number of students that can be served depends on a lot of factors (sports on site or off?, class offerings and sizes?, students driving?, number of staff? Middle / High School operation? etc.)
Ultimately the answer to everyone's question: "No, Mt. Mourne cannot handle 1000 students in its current configuration". The optimum physical capacity is between 550 and 608 as it is configured at present. Even if you put more mobiles the support services (cafeteria, P.E., parking, staffing etc.) cannot meet the needs without a major upgrade.
Hoping this helps to clarify the information.
The changes were as follows: 2008 in Black and 2010 in Blue.
State Recommended Maximum
K - 3rd. 2008 - 18 21 2010- 20 23
4th. - 6th 2008 - 22 26 2010- 25 29
7th. - 8th 2008 - 21 26 2010- 24 29
9th - 12th 2008 - 26.64 29 2010- 27.5 29
Kenny Miller, Ed.D.
Executive Director for Facilities / Planning
Iredell / Statesville Schools
Office: 704-873-3755
>>> Melanie Taylor 3/25/2010 4:31 PM >>>
FYI - The numbers for MMIB and NVIB are very different on the capacity worksheet shared last month with what we had shared regarding IB planning in November and Feb. A parent brought this to my attention and I told her I would follow up to determine where the differences were. Can you guys help?
Melanie N. Taylor Ed. D.
Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction
Iredell-Statesville Schools
410 Garfield Street
Statesville, NC 28677
Phone 704-832-2521
Fax 704-871-9973
email: mtaylor@iss.k12.nc.us
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