Case Studies: New Jersey
Elementary Schools
Adelphia Farmingdale Road Elementary School- Howell, NJ- LR
Neptune Community School- Neptune, NJ- LR
New Early Childhood Learning Center- Phillipsburg, NJ- LR
New Ramtown Road Elementary School- Howell, NJ- LR
Summerfield Elementary School- Neptune, NJ- LR
Middle Schools
New Middle School- Howell, NJ- LR
High Schools
Morris County Vocational School of Technology- Denville, NJ- LR
New Biotechnology High School- Freehold, NJ- LR
PreK- 12
Carlstadt Public School- Carlstadt, NJ- LR
K- 8
Willow School Phase I- Gladstone, NJ- L
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Adelphia Farmingdale Road Elementary School: Howell, NJ
Source of Information: U.S. Green Building Council
Summary of the Project:
This is a new 70,000 square foot, one story masonry building with metal stud backup walls.It will house 550 students.The site is a former sod farm heavily contaminated with Dealdryne, an agricultural pesticide. Extensive remediation efforts were undertaken by the district to clean the site and make it suitable to build the school on.
Building Data
- Square Feet: 70,000
- Max Student Population: 500
- Previous Max Student Population: N/A
Construction Data
- Cost Of Construction: $9,000,000
- Cost per Student: Approximately $16,363.64
- Date Completed: N/A
- Architect: The Prisco Group
High Performance School Data
- Estimated Energy Cost Savings: $1,250,000
High Performance Elements Utilized: LEED Registered; Brownfield
Funding and Grants: N/A
More Information
- Related Articles: N/A
Photos: N/A
Contact:
Jason Kliwinski, Project Manager
The Prisco Group
57 Hamilton Ave
Hopewell, NJ 08525
Phone: (609) 803- 2100
Fax: (609) 333- 8933
jkliwinski@thepriscogroup.com
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Neptune Community School: Neptune, NJ
Source of Information:
U.S. Green Building Council
Summary of the Project:
The Neptune Community School is a 150,000 square foot new elementary school serving approximately 700 students, pre- kindergarten through fifth grades. It goes beyond the functions of an elementary school by including community programs such as a wellness center, intergenerational tutoring center, and community security substation.
Building Data
- Square Feet: 150,000
- Max Student Population: 700
- Previous Max Student Population: N/A
Construction Data
- Cost Of Construction: $60,000,000
- Cost per Student: $85,714
- Date Completed: December 2005
- Architect: SSP Architectural Group
High Performance School Data
- Estimated Energy Cost Savings: N/A
High Performance Elements Utilized:
- LEED Registered
Multiple-use facility
Geothermal heating and cooling
Daylighting
Storm water recycling
Use of recycled content
Rooftop garden
Funding and Grants: N/A
More Information
- Related Articles:
- Neptune Community School Wins Second Design Award (NJ School Construction Corp.)
Photos: N/A
Contact:
Marcus Rosenau, Associate
SSP Architectural Group
148 West End Ave
Somerville, NJ 08876
Phone (908) 725- 7800
Fax (908) 725- 4579
mrosenau@SSPArchitects.com
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Phillipsburg Early Childhood Learning Center: Phillipsburg, NJ
Source of Information:
- U.S. Green Building Council
- Design Resources Group Architects
Summary of the Project:
This new facility has a media center, cafetorium, gymnasium, after school and outdoor play areas, 31 classrooms, six small group instructional spaces, one art room, one music room, nurse's suite, support and administration areas and accommodations for a community health clinic.
Building Data
- Square Feet: 86,442
- Max Student Population: 600
- Previous Max Student Population: N/A
Construction Data
- Cost Of Construction: Approximately $20,000,000
- Cost per Student: Approximately $33,333
- Date Completed: N/A
- Architect: Design Resources Group
High Performance School Data
- Estimated Energy Cost Savings: N/A
High Performance Elements Utilized:
- LEED Silver
Brown field development
More than 1.2 building materials manufactured within 100 miles of site
Recycled product materials
Photovoltaics
Electric powered vehicle recharging parking spots
Funding and Grants: $260,000 for photovoltaics from the Phillipsburg Board of Education and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities
More Information
- Related Articles: Design Resources Group, Architects Lands $260,000 Grant for Phillipsburg
Photos: N/A
Contact
Judith Leh
Principal
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New Ramtown Road Elementary School: Howell, NJ
Source of Information:
U.S. Green Building Council
The Prisco Group
Summary of the Project:
Originally designed to be LEED Gold rated, the elementary school is now anticipated to achieve a Silver rating. The school is 70,000 square feet and designed to accommodate 550 students at full build out.
Building Data
- Square Feet: 70,000
- Max Student Population: 500
- Previous Max Student Population: N/A
Construction Data
- Cost Of Construction: $11,400,000
- Cost per Student: $20,727.27
- Date Completed: 2003
- Architect: The Prisco Group
High Performance School Data
- Estimated Energy Cost Savings:
Estimated first cost/savings: $735,000
Estimated 20-year life cycle savings: $1,250,000
- High Performance Elements Utilized:
- LEED Registered
High efficiency HVAC (60 percent above ASHRAE Code)
50 kw photovoltaics
Energy efficient windows
Energy efficient electrical lighting
Commissioning
Low flush fixtures
High recycled content building materials
Non-toxic interior finishes
Funding and Grants:
- $14,000 "Smart Start" rebate (for HVAC)
$200,000 "Clean Air Fund" rebate (for renewable energy)
More Information
- Related Articles: N/A
Photos: The Prisco Group
Contact:
Jason Kliwinski, Project Manager
The Prisco Group
57 Hamilton Ave.
Hopewell, NJ 08525
Phone: (609) 803- 2100
Fax: (609) 333- 8933
jkliwinski@thepriscogroup.com
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Summerfield Elementary School: Neptune, NJ
Source of Information: U.S. Green Building Council
Summary of Project: N/A
Building Data
- Square Feet: 109,000
- Max Student Population: N/A
- Previous Max Student Population: N/A
Construction Data
- Cost Of Construction: $21,800,000
- Cost per Student: N/A
- Date Completed: N/A
- Green Consultants: 7 Group
High Performance School Data
- Estimated Energy Cost Savings: N/A
High Performance Elements Utilized: LEED Registered
Funding and Grants: N/A
More Information
- Related Articles: N/A
Photos: N/A
Contact:
Marcus Sheffer, Partner
7 Group
1200 E Camping Area Road
Wellsville, PA 17365
Phone (717) 292- 2636
Fax (717) 292- 0585
sheffer@sevengroup.com
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New Middle School: Howell, NJ
Source of Information: U.S. Green Building Council
Summary of the project: N/A
Building Data
- Square Feet: N/A
- Max Student Population: N/A
- Previous Max Student Population: N/A
Construction Data
- Cost Of Construction: $17,400,000
- Cost per Student: N/A
- Date Completed: 2003
- Architect: The Prisco Group
High Performance School Data
- Estimated Energy Cost Savings:
Estimated first cost savings: $3,230,000
Estimated 20-year life cycle savings: $1,300,000
- High Performance Elements Utilized:
- LEED Registered
Brownfield revitalization
High efficiency HVAC (60 percent above ASHRE code)
Photovoltaic system
Energy efficient windows
Energy efficient lighting
Energy efficient building envelope
Commissioning
Low flush fixtures
High recycled content building materials
Non-toxic interior finishes
Funding and Grants:
$27,000 "Smart Start" rebate (for HVAC)
$200,000 "Clean Air Fund rebate" to be split with elementary school (for renewable energy)
More Information
- Related Articles: N/A
Photos: The Prisco Group
Contact:
Jason Kliwinski, Project Manager
The Prisco Group
57 Hamilton Ave.
Hopewell, NJ 08525
Phone: (609) 803- 2100
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Morris County Vocation School of Technology: Denville, NJ
Source of Information: U.S. Green Building Council
Summary of the Project:
Originally a daytime vocational school, MCVST is transforming itself into a full time high school. It will continue to offer full vocational and career classes. In changing to a full time high school, the Board of Education wanted the building to reflect its new image and cutting edge technological curriculum and pursuing a LEED Gold rating seemed a natural fit. The school is intended to achieve LEED Gold while providing needed additional classrooms, a gym, media center, large lecture halls, fitness center, new science labs, and renovated and consolidated administrative offices.
Building Data
- Square Feet: N/A
- Max Student Population: 900
- Previous Max Student Population: N/A
Construction Data
- Cost Of Construction: $12,000,000
- Cost per Student: $13,100.44
- Date Completed: 2003
- Architect: The Prisco Group
High Performance School Data
- Estimated Energy Cost Savings: $1,600,000
High Performance Elements Utilized:
- LEED Registered
Rainwater collection
CO2 monitoring
50 kw photovoltaic system
Microturbines with heat recovery connected to an absorption chiller
High efficiency electric lighting
Low-emitting material
Certified woods
High recycled content
R25 insulation in envelope walls
Waterless urinals
Low-flow water closets
Funding and Grants: N/A
More Information
- Related Articles: New Jersey Schools LEED the Way (Heating/Piping/Air Conditioning Engineering)
Photos: The Prisco Group
Contact:
Jason Kliwinski, Project Manager
The Prisco Group
57 Hamilton Ave.
Hopewell, NJ 08525
Phone: (609) 803- 2100
Fax: (609) 333- 8933
jkliwinski@thepriscogroup.com
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New Biotechnology High School: Freehold, NJ
Source of Information: U.S. Green Building Council
Summary of the Project:
New High School for the Monmouth County Vocational School District catering to students who excel in biological studies. New construction consists of 76,000 square feet of two-story construction utilizing masonry and composite metal panel veneers. Program spaces include two bio-tech labs specializing in biological studies as well as, dedicated general science, physics, chemistry, and biology labs.
Building Data
- Square Feet: 76,775
- Max Student Population: 280
- Previous Max Student Population: N/A
Construction Data
- Cost Of Construction: $16,900,000
- Cost per Student: $60,582
- Date Completed: December 2005
- Architect: The Thomas Group
Project Manager: Allan M. Kirschner, LEED
Architectural Designer: Raymond J. Fleming, II
Manager of Interior Design: Michael Hunt, NCDIQ
Structural Engineer: Kevin C. Terry, PE, Manager
Mechanical Engineer: Deborah E. Bogart, PE
Electric Designer: Michael Murphy
High Performance School Data
- Estimated Energy Cost Savings:N/A
High Performance Elements Utilized:
- LEED Registered
Energy Star compliant EPDM roof system
Commissioning
Thermal comfort monitoring system
Hookups for alternative fuel vehicles
Shower facilities
Bicycle racks
Funding and Grants: N/A
More Information
- Related Articles: Biotechnology High School (Learning by Design)
Photos: N/A
Contact:
Allan Kirschner, Project Manager
The Thomas Group
103 Manin Street
Princeton Forrestal Village
Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone (609) 514- 9333
Fax (609) 514- 9444
amk@thethomasgroup.com
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Carlstadt Public School: Carlstadt, NJ
Source of Information: U.S. Green Building Council
Summary of the Project:
The proposed new Carlstadt Public School is located at 550 Washington Street in the Borough of Carlstadt, Bergen County, New Jersey. The new building will be built on the existing Lindbergh School site. The existing two-story structure will be demolished after the new building is constructed. The new structure consists of a five-story brick building with a total floor area of 111, 097 square feet, playground area, student drop-off, and associated parking areas.
Building Data
- Square Feet: 11,097
- Max Student Population: N/A
- Previous Max Student Population: N/A
Construction Data
- Cost Of Construction: $26.8 million
- Cost per Student: N/A
- Date Completed: September 2006
- Architect: DMR Architects
High Performance School Data
- Estimated Energy Cost Savings: N/A
High Performance Elements Utilized: LEED Registered
Funding and Grants: N/A
More Information
- Related Articles: N/A
Photos: N/A
Contact:
Pradeep Kapoor, Project Manager
DMR Architects
99 Essex Street
Maywood, NJ 07607
Phone (201) 368- 1616
Fax (201) 368- 1592
pradeepk@dmrarchitects.com
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Willow School: Gladstone, NJ
Source of Information:
U.S. Green Building Council
Northeast Sustainable Energy Association
Summary of the Project:
Located on 34 acres in Gladstone, NJ, the Willow School is a K-8 independent school committed to academic excellence. The project was design to achieve a gold level of LEED certification and is a fundamental part of the school curriculum.
Building Data
- Square Feet: 14,500
- Max Student Population: N/A
- Previous Max Student Population: N/A
Construction Data
- Cost Of Construction: $4,600,000
- Cost per Student: N/A
- Date Completed: N/A
- Architect: Ford Farewell Mills Gatsch
Structural Engineer: Harrison- Hamnett, P.C.
Landscape Architect: Back to Nature Landscape Associates
MEP Engineer: Joseph R. Loring & Associates, Inc.
Water Management: Natural Systems International, LLC
Civil Engineer: Apgar Associates
Environmentalist: Natural Logic
High Performance School Data
- Estimated Energy Cost Savings: 30 percent water use reduction
High Performance Elements Utilized:
- LEED Gold
Alternative transportation, bicycle storage
Stormwater management
Water Efficient Landscaping
Water use reduction
Renewable energy
Carbon dioxide monitoring
Low- emitting materials
Daylighting
Use of local/regional materials
40 percent above ASHRAE
Funding and Grants: N/A
More Information
- Related Articles: N/A
Photos: Farewell Mills Gatsch Architects
Contact:
Heidi Fichtenbaum, Associate
Ford Farewell Mills Gatsch
103 Carnegie Center #301
Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone (609) 452- 1777
Fax (609) 452- 7192
heidif@ffmg.com
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