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  Rutherford Elementary: The Journey Begins


The one-room schoolhouses of times past is evoked with white clapboard siding, a shingled gable roof, and a slate blackboard topped with a carved pine alphabet

 


The school is built on the site of a former one-room schoolhouse. This inspired the public entrance design, which stands as a symbol of this community’s respect for its long-standing educational tradition.

The community’s philosophy of learning includes stimulating activities for children of many ages in multi-purpose spaces. Today, the one-room schoolhouse is a dynamic collection of interactive media resources, science lab activities, art projects, theatrical productions, nutrition breaks, and community basketball games.

For safety, there are separate entrances for students dropped off by bus or car. Upon entry, the administration area controls access to the school while allowing an overall view of the media center and the surrounding school neighborhood.