In the year 2000 Ken’s firm was hired to do a facility analysis of a group of schools. Among them was Beckley Elementary. In doing a comparative analysis between this school, build in the 1970’s and a new prototype elementary it was learned that the school was actually better in some ways. The classrooms were actually built bigger in those days. However, Beckley was extensively deficient in the areas that service the entire school population. These included the library, the multipurpose room, central rest rooms, office and rooms immediately adjacent to those areas supporting them. The architect was also tasked with designing proper security for the site without looking uncomfortable. Also, visitors had trouble finding the existing approved entrance. Here is the old entry. Above is the new.