Opportunities for
Influence & Autonomy
Nooks
Nooks - quiet, craft, maker-space, break-out
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Re-utilization
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Identify areas that can be used for quiet; post clear signage for use of spaces
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Designate a calm-down corner / peace corner
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Area of refuge - quiet observation
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Adjacent quiet alternatives to louder spaces; supervised alternative to assemblies
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Edge space -balconies for quiet observation
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Layers of shelter - areas of retreat, areas of observation, areas of participation
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Not overcrowding areas
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Outdoor quiet spaces - access to outdoor quiet spaces - outdoor supervisable quiet spaces- visibility from learning spaces
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The ability to hide
2
Minor Intervention
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Acoustical treatments w/ finishes to help create quiet spaces
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Lighting treatments to help spaces feel more intimate, cozy
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Area of refuge - quiet observation
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Phone booths, pods, small construction for quiet spaces
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Lowered visual height, reduced volume of spaces - smaller nooks, caves, hiding spots
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Edge space -balconies for quiet observation
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Layers of shelter - areas of retreat, areas of observation, areas of participation
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Not overcrowding areas
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Outdoor quiet spaces - access to outdoor quiet spaces - outdoor supervisable quiet spaces- visibility from learning spaces
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The ability to hide
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Provide softness - texture, materials, cozy/comfortable furniture
3
Major Intervention
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Area of refuge - quiet observation
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Edge space -balconies for quiet observation
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Layers of shelter - areas of retreat, areas of observation, areas of participation
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Not overcrowding areas
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Outdoor quiet spaces - access to outdoor quiet spaces - outdoor supervisable quiet spaces- visibility from learning spaces
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The ability to hide