510 - School Plant-Reaction Paper

CARMEN A. MUTIA-Masterand MA.
MAGDALENA BERNALES , PhD-

Professor
School Plant and Property Management 2nd Sem AY 2022-2023

EdMa 510
REACTION PAPER
Objectives in School Plant Development
INTRODUCTION
The school building is an essential tool for carrying out educational programs. Its growth
and efficient operation are significant goals for school leaders to work toward. Its efficiency in
carrying out educational programs and providing for the physical requirements of students and
employees at a
However, the physical state or quality of the school also has an impact on how well pupils
perform academically. One of the main issues facing formal education from its inception in the
nation has been the creation of suitable and efficient school infrastructure. This is primarily due
to a lack of sufficient financial resources. Another issue that frequently results in early
deterioration of the facilities and renders them utterly insufficient for the process of education is
poor or lack of maintenance of the ones that are already present.
This definition of "school plant" will help you understand what is meant by the term. It
includes the school building, all supplies, furniture, and equipment that are attached to or
separate from the building, all buildings, paths, parking lots, playgrounds, open grounds, trees,
flowers, and other objects that are used to carry out or support the carrying out of educational
programs. The phrase has the same connotation as what some authors refer to as "school
facilities" in this context. According to the Encyclopedia of Education (2002), the school facility
also includes furniture, materials and supplies, equipment, and information technology. It also
includes a variety of building systems, including mechanical, plumbing, electrical and power,
telecommunications, security, and fire suppression systems.
In addition to ensuring a comfortable, safe, and hygienic environment for students,
teachers, and other staff as teaching, learning, and other activities of the school take place, the
school building serves as a facility for both teaching and learning. Thus, the entire school
complex, rather than just the school structure, can be thought of as an educational tool (Hagman,
1956). Its main function is to carry out the school program, which is why it exists. The types and
dimensions of the learning spaces offered in the school facility are determined by the
instructional program. How students are arranged for instruction and the teaching strategies used
are heavily influenced by the equipment and instructional materials available in the school
building.
As previously said, the primary motivation for constructing a school is to
conduct a program of education. Successful execution of an
educational program can only happen and the likelihood of it being realized.
whether the school's infrastructure exhibits certain desirable characteristics or
standards. Making sure a school plant complies with these requirements should be
the primary goal of all initiatives aimed at planning, creating, and implementing.
building school gardens. Along with making the implementation easier,
some qualities are required for the educational program.
the holistic growth of children and youth, as well as the welfare of
staff at the school.
The following objectives should be put into focus
when planning and constructing school plants:
Spatial adequacy and desirability - One very important objective of school plant
planning that is directly related to the implementation of the educational program is the provision
of adequate and appropriately organized spaces to facilitate and support teaching and learning
activities. There should be enough space to accommodate the present school enrolment and any
possible increase in student population in the foreseeable future. It is desirable that learning
spaces be adequate for both individual and group work. Adequacy of space is also sought for
administrative and other offices needed for rendering special services to students and staff and
for storing materials and supplies for the school. The provision of adequate spaces for outdoor
learning and recreation should also feature as one of the objectives of school plant development.
Health and Safety
Ensuring the safety, security, and good health of the learner, as well as other staff of the school, is
another objective that any school plant planner should accomplish. All buildings should be
structurally adequate and have enough safety features, such as fire alarm systems, firefighting
equipment and emergency exits should be provided.
Learning takes place effectively in an environment in which the learner feels safe and secure.
Toilet and other sanitation facilities to meet the needs of the students and staff should be
provided.
Adaptability
School buildings are expensive to construct and are usually intended for long-term use. While in
use, there may be some changes in the educational program; new subjects may be introduced
requiring new methods of teaching or equipment that may require special storage facilities: there
may be an unexpected increase in school enrolment and any unforeseen development that may
hasten the obsolescence of the
buildings. In order to cope with such unforeseen circumstances, it is the desirable objective of
school plant planning and construction to make the buildings adaptable.
Aesthetics
Providing a school plant with beautiful surroundings is another objective of school plant
planning. An attractive school environment with well-designed buildings and other structures
may not only stimulate learners’ interest in schooling and appreciation of creative arts, but it may
also engender a sense of belonging and pride for their school. Such attractive-looking schools
and beautiful surroundings are also a source of pride to the members of the local community of
the school.
Durability
Owing to the expected long-life span of school buildings and high construction costs, durability
is one of the objectives to be targeted when planning and constructing them. Durability in this
case should not imply rigidity of the structures; this is because of some inevitable changes that
often occur and call for flexible structures. Rather, it calls for the use of high-quality building
materials and competent workmanship so that the completed school plant can be put to good use
for a long time; at the same time, it should be easily adaptable as the need arises. The use of
high-quality building materials may be initially expensive but it eventually pays off in terms of
the relatively low cost of maintenance.
CONCLUSION:
The school plant is a vital instrument for implementing educational programs. School
administrators have important roles to play in developing it and making it function effectively. It
is only through. adequate planning and good workmanship that the desirable qualities which a
school plant should possess to enable it to function effectively can be achieved. To make school
plant planning effective, principals should endeavor to involve as many teachings and non-
teaching staff as possible in formulating and implementing plans since people tend to avoid
implementing plans they were not involved in the formulation. Besides, school plant plans
should be flexible as possible to accommodate changes that may occur from time to time. This is
geared towards efficient management of the school plant and other activities aimed at achieving
school objectives.

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CARMEN A. MUTIA-Masterand MA.

MAGDALENA BERNALES , PhD-

School Plant and Property Management 2nd Sem AY 2022-2023

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