College & Career Prep
Pike Preparatory Academy
The MSD of Pike Township wanted to consolidate its middle school and high school alternative education programs into a single facility. By renovating an existing office building and thinking outside the box, our planning and design team provided the District with a cost-effective, fast-track solution. Rows of cubicles and offices are now a dynamic mix of flexible classrooms, an open student lounge and functional administrative space. The building’s design is meant to inspire pride in its students, and more closely resembles a community college or university atmosphere.
Expertise
High Schools, College & Career Prep, Middle Schools
Client
Metropolitan School District of Pike Township
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Scope
13,300 Renovated SF
Challenges
Turn an old office building into a new alternative education middle/high school
Create an environment that instills a “college-going mindset” in academy students
Pike Preparatory Academy
A vibrant reception area greets visitors, establishing a secure and friendly entrance into the space.
Pike Preparatory Academy
Technology is a central component of Pike Prep’s learning environment. Interactive whiteboards are located in each classroom and every student has either a laptop or hand-held device, all of which are connected through the school's wireless network.
Pike Preparatory Academy
Flat screen televisions in the Student Lounge and lobby broadcast daily announcements and can be used to deliver small group presentations.
Pike Preparatory Academy
Flexible classrooms equipped with mobile furniture encourage student collaboration.
Pike Preparatory Academy
The building's design is meant to inspire pride in its students, and more closely resembles a community college or university atmosphere.
We wanted to create an environment where teenagers and young adults would be excited to learn. This facility is truly built with students in mind.
