Goethe’s outdoor space is impacted not only during inclement weather but also for prolonged periods thereafter. During warm weather, the field is barren, dusty, and potholed. During wet weather, the field quickly floods and becomes a mud-pit which results in students often not being allowed to even go near the field. The mud from outdoors is routinely trekked into hallways, stairways, and classrooms, creating slippery floors that cannot be adequately addressed by CPS’ janitorial services.

 

During cold weather, the flooding turns to ice resulting in many injuries. As a result, Admin is forced to keep students inside their classrooms during recess for numerous days following inclement weather. Furthermore, the current set-up of the field and playspace creates blind spots for recess staff, mainly near the large storage silo and rock cliff area on the northeast side of the property.