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Studio G Announces Completion of New Massachusetts Elementary School

  • By Matt Jones
  • 01/21/25

The Groton-Dunstable Regional School District in Groton, Mass., recently announced the completion of a new elementary school, according to a news release. Florence Roche Elementary School measures in at 110,000 square feet and has the capacity for 645 students in grades K–4. The district partnered with Studio G Architects for the project’s design and Gilbane for construction management.

The school was designed according to the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), which supports a wide variety of student learning styles. The facility is organized into “learning neighborhoods” by grade level to create an intimate learning environment and promote a sense of community among students.

“Each learning neighborhood is equipped with shared project areas, specialized pull-out spaces, and integrated special education supports,” said Project Architect and Accredited Learning Environment Planner at Studio G Architects Marylee Mercy “This approach fosters engagement, collaboration, and diverse expression, ensuring that all students can learn in a way that works best for them.”

According to Gilbane’s website, the project entailed demolishing the former Florence Roche Elementary School facility and improvements to the site. The school also features a 400-meter running track.

“Completing Florence Roche Elementary School marks a significant achievement for both Studio G and the Groton community,” said Studio G Architects’ Managing Partner, Gail Sullivan. “This project was driven by a vision to create a space that adapts to the needs of today’s learners while also providing flexibility for future educational goals. Our close collaboration with the Groton-Dunstable Regional School District, teachers, students, and the broader community has resulted in a dynamic, sustainable, and student-centered school.”

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Matt Jones is senior editor of Spaces4Learning. He can be reached at [email protected].

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