RENOVATIONS

In 1997, Carver Center embarked on a $1.2 million building renovation. Some of the improvements included a new roof, new gym, additional classrooms and moving the day care from the second level to the first level. Changes were also made to the building to meet code compliance's like new electrical wiring, handicap accessible, a new elevator, new plumbing and a new security system, including surveillance cameras. Physical improvements were also made to the building, including taking the boarded up windows down and putting glass windows in.

The most important changes took place in day care. Not only was it moved to the first floor for safety purposes, but new accommodations were made. These included a one-way mirror so parents and supervisors can monitor day care classrooms without the children or teachers knowing. "Scaled" facilities were also put in. Scaled facilities means tables, chairs and even toilets are sized to fit a child, not an adult.