The core taskforce for the Boundless Play, Boundless Impact campaign met with Lincoln Public School's officials on Oct. 31 to start making decisions on Beattie's new playground space.
After seeing the latest renderings, the core team realized several important things that will help us finalize our path forward, including a solidified budget goal:
We want two playground zones to help ease congestion on the playground.
We want climbing pieces.
We want one larger playground structure that is at minimum 50% wheelchair accessible.
We want quiet pieces, such as the Cozy Cocoon or Serenity Spot; these appeal to neurodivergent and neurotypical students alike.
We want shade.
Given the status of current playground equipment, it makes the most financial sense to move forward with all new equipment.
We also learned:
LPS is moving toward updating playgrounds at one time, rather than a phased approach, for efficiency and cost savings.
The district will bring new renderings to our next meeting at the end of November. At that time, we anticipate being able to share concepts with the Beattie community.
Task force committees update
Our grant writing committee is searching through Lincoln-area foundations to identity potential grant opportunities close to home. They also are searching for national options, such as through the Dermatology Association of America, to identify ways we can achieve the $75,000 grant goal. They also are seeking $50,000 in corporate sponsorships; a sponsorship packet is being created so this effort can launch.
Our community engagement committee is working to identify ways to connect with Beattie graduates, those in the community who may be willing to donate and ways to organize potential fundraising events in meaningful ways.
If you have ideas or want to help, reach out to us.
