What are the key components of the Facilities Project?
The School has reimagined teaching and learning spaces that will encourage imagination, collaboration and innovation. Each space has been carefully designed to maximize space and flexibility, curiosity and creativity. The new FutureLab will impact learning for virtually every student at Sacred Heart. The new design includes:
- LS Science Lab
- MS Science Lab
- Life Sciences Lab
- Chemistry Lab 1
- Chemistry Lab 2
- Physics/Engineering Lab
- 2 Makerspaces -- one double-height with a catwalk for storage
- 2 Multipurpose Classrooms
- 1 Research Lab for student projects
- New seating and art display space
- New Faculty Offices
- New indoor Atrium connection between Mansions
- New Digital Media Lab with a green screen
- New Senior Lounge
- New Lower School Gym
- New Technology Office
- New Health Office
- Renovated and reconfigured Dining Hall
- More student and staff restrooms
- Air-conditioning throughout entire floor
- New Storage Rooms for food, recycling and trash
Why this renovation? Why now?
Student interest in science and technology has skyrocketed in the past few years, and demand for STEAM programming is higher than ever. Ninety-first Street’s last major project added the Athletics and Wellness Center (406), which added new opportunities for student success in athletics and wellness. Now, FutureLab will do the same for science, technology, engineering, art and math.
What is the timetable for construction and program implementation?
We will begin construction in June 2020. Click here for full details. The "From Wall Street to Silicon Valley" Exchange Program will begin in June 2021.
How much will it cost?
Construction of FutureLab will be $17,000,000. Additionally, we need $8,000,000 for Endowment to support the new Director of Educational Technology position, the Director of the Exchange Program position, curricular enhancements and other necessities.
How will this be paid for?
In order to accomplish all of our FutureLab facility and curricular goals, the school has embarked upon a $25,000,000 Capital Campaign. As of February 5, 2020 we have secured $15,191,789 (61% of goal), from generous early donors. The Campaign Committee will be actively soliciting gifts from the entire community until we reach our $25,000,000 goal.
Whom should I contact for additional information?
Please direct any questions or inquiries to Director of Institutional Advancement Thomas A. McCarthy at tmccarthy@cshnyc.org.
