1. Osseo Adult Education Center Brooklyn Center, Minnesota Other: Adult Education Project of Distinction – New construction ATS&R Planners/Architects/Engineers 2009 Exhibition of School Planning and Architecture

2. Osseo Adult Education Center

3. Community Environment: ATS&R was the catalyst in a process that engaged the City, School District, Community Emergency Assistance Program and nonprofit organizations to plan a facility that would become a hub for human services and provide adult learners in the northwestern suburban and surrounding areas of the Twin Cities a new home. The building design reflects the unique needs of adult learners through customized configuration of multiple classrooms, computer labs, and a lunchroom that also serves as a multi-purpose area and student lounge. In addition to providing adult academic/GED classes, the Osseo Adult Education Center serves as an event and conference venue for community use. Daylight from multiple directions illuminates the warm colors and the patterns of the back entrance, making the center feel like home.

4. Entering the center, its mission is to promote GED achievement through academic and English language instruction to adult learners. Learning Environment: Designed to support adult learners and the center’s staff, the Osseo Adult Education Center provides adult academic/GED classes in reading, writing, and mathematics for individuals preparing to enter the labor market or upgrade their level of employment. An individualized learning plan is customized for each student, with instruction designed to allow students to progress at their own pace. Computer labs and classrooms encourage students to utilize these and other common spaces for studying, researching, networking, and relaxing.

5. The center includes 14 classrooms, a large community room, two computer labs, shared conference rooms, and a lunchroom. Physical Environment: The use of daylight, warm colors, and the patterns on the floors and walls makes the center feel welcoming. The facility houses 14 classrooms, a large community room, two computer labs, two shared conference rooms, a lunch room with partitioning capabilities, and a teacher prep area and staff lounge. The center serves as home to 1,300 adult students and 40 Osseo Area Schools’ staff. Great care was given creating clear and safe traffic patterns at the Osseo Adult Education Center. With adult learners arriving by various modes of transportation, the center offers welcoming drop-off areas and entries for pedestrians, bus riders, and drivers.

6. The lunchroom serves as the hub of the center, providing students with a place to socialize, study, eat, and relax between classes. Planning Process: Working with Osseo Area Schools and the Adult Education Center staff, ATS&R designed the 25,500 square foot facility to meet the needs of these adult learners and planned for an expansion that will provide human services as a “one stop” service center.

7. Future Addition

8. Exhibition of School Planning and Architecture 2008 Project Data Submitting Firm :ATS&R Planners/Architects/Engineers Project RolePlanners/Architects/Engineers Project ContactPaul L. Snyder, AIA/CID/NCARB TitlePartner Address8501 Golden Valley Road, Suite 300 City, State or Province, CountryMinneapolis, MN 55427 USA Phone763-545-3731 Joint Partner Firm:Clark Engineering Project RoleStructural Engineering Consultants Project ContactTim LaBissoniere, P.E. TitlePartner-in-charge Address621 Lilac Drive North City, State or Province, CountryMinneapolis, MN 55422 USA Phone877-246-9196 Other Firm: Project Role Project Contact Title Address City, State or Province, Country Phone Construction Firm:CM Construction Company Project RoleContractor Project ContactJim Oliver TitlePrincipal-in-Charge Address12215 Nicollet Avenue South City, State or Province, CountryBurnsville, MN 55337 USA Phone952-895-8223

9. Exhibition of School Planning and Architecture 2008 Project Details Project Name Osseo Adult Education Center City Brooklyn Center State Minnesota District Name Osseo Area Schools Supt/President Susan Hintz, Superintendent Occupancy Date February 2006 Grades Housed Adult Education Capacity(Students) Day Program 200 Students / Evening Program 250 Students Site Size (acres) 3.5 Acres Gross Area (sq. ft.) 25,500 Square Feet Per Occupant(pupil) N/A gross/net please indicate Gross Design and Build? Yes If yes, Total Cost: $3,942,946 Includes: If no, Site Development: Building Construction: Fixed Equipment: Other: Total: