Construction Highlights

• Interior courtyard, which lets light into the commons area, media center and several classrooms in the school
• Heavy landscaping on the school grounds
• Nature trail that meanders through the wetlands and along the eastern branch of the Elizabeth River
• Lobby complete with security desk and the latest closed circuit television system
• Health clinic is connected to the main administrative suite
• Commons area wall is curved, allowing more space in the faculty dining area
• Media center and computer lab are connected
• All classrooms have ceiling mounted projectors and pull-down screens instead of TVs
• School is equipped with an art room, music room and guidance suite

Special Note

• One of 14 protype elementary schools (Christopher Farms, Linkhorn Park, Seatack, New Castle, Bayside, Kempsville Meadows, Woodstock, Hermitage, Three Oaks, Brookwood, Windsor Woods, Arrowhead, Diamond Springs and Newtown
• Other recreation features include a large map of the U.S. on an asphalt play area, playground equipment, a fenced-in primary play area, ball field and concession