Category:Classroom

Zone Information
Zone Name	Classroom
Status	Active
Zone Slogan	Oh yeah! It's Kool-Aid Man!
Zone Coordinator(s)	Hans Chen
Zone Slack	#classroom
Zone E-mail	classroom@i3detroit.org
Zone Color	none
Paypal Button	Pay money to Classroom

Intro

The Classroom is a great place for working on projects, talking with fellow members, having a bite to eat, co-working, studying, or to sketch out an idea on the whiteboard. The room can also be reserved for events such as classes and technical meetings (see below).

The zone slogan is "OH YEAH! IT'S KOOL-AID MAN" as a reference to the Classroom Wall which existed when this room was the kitchen.

Rules

Source: Classroom Zone Coordinator

General Use

The classroom is designed to be for general use, available to everyone on a first-come, first-serve basis. During this time, Classroom users are expected to share the classroom as reasonable. Exceptions to general use policy are found in the Scheduling section below.

Cleanliness

The classroom is designed to be a simple, clutter-free to provide a calm and welcoming environment.

Please kindly keep the Classroom clutter free and return the seats and tables to the original room configuration.

If you have any items you'd like to be added to the Classroom, please contact the Zone Coordinator first. Unapproved items left in the classroom may be removed without notice.

Scheduling

The Classroom can be reserved for events.

All Classroom reservations require pre-approval by the Classroom Zone Coordinator.

(Please kindly reach out in the #classroom channel in slack.)

Also, certain activities will have priority over the general use policy.

Scheduling Criteria

These are general guidelines, however, these are not exclusive or final requirements. The decision to approve or deny an event rests with Zone Coordinator's ultimate discretion.

Attendance Requirement: An event must have a good faith & reasonable expectation of multiple people in attendance. For newer meetings, trial periods may be granted to determine interest.

Technical Topic: Events that feature technical topics (or directly support technical topics) are favored. Examples of technical topics include use of tools, woodworking, bookbinding, etc. Also, events that directly support technical topics such as tool safety, or first aid kit reviews.

Emergencies: Normally, a first-come, first-serve policy will try to be enforced. However, it's possible that a higher priority event may occasionally push aside a previously scheduled event. The Classroom Zone Coordinator reserves the right to cancel a previously approved event.

Calendar Requirement

After a Classroom event is approved, the event must be posted in i3's General Event Calendar.

For each event in the Calendar, the word "Classroom" must be listed in the event's (1) Title; (2) Location; or (3) Description field to inform others.

See also HOWTO Host an Event at i3Detroit.

Scheduling Priority / Scheduling Exclusions

The following list times & days that classroom use cannot be scheduled.

Member Meetings / Board Meetings

Member Meetings or Board meetings have priority over any other activity in the classroom.

Members of that meeting may exclude other activities to conduct the meeting.

Monthly Membership Orientation/Onboarding & Treasurer Paperwork Meeting

The regularly scheduled monthly membership orientation/onboarding and Treasurer meeting has priority over any other activity in the classroom.

Members of that meeting may exclude other activities to conduct their work.

(It's currently titled "Memberification & Treasurer Paperwork Party" and meets on the second Tuesday of each month.)

i3 Detroit Events

During large events at i3 Detroit, the classroom may be off-limits to scheduling to avoid interference.

(An example includes PotLock events).

Presentation Equipment

Presenter Screen / TV

Present Your Content Here!

Sceptre_55in_4K_UHD_TV mounted to the west wall.

Chromecast

Stream Audio/Video Content Wirelessly!

Chromecast Ultra 4K Streaming Media Player - Model nc2-6a5-D.

Logitech Meetup Video Conferencing System

Perfect for Virtual Meetings! Professional Grade Audio/Video Conferencing System.

Instructions: (1) Connect computer using USB-C cable. (2) Adjust Video Conference Software's settings as follows: (a) Microphone Audio: "Echo Cancelling Speakerphone (Logitech MeetUp Speakerphone)"; (b) Speaker Audio: "Echo Cancelling Speakerphone (Logitech MeetUp Speakerphone)"; (c) Set Camera to "Logitech MeetUp".

Reference: Logitech MeetUp Video Conference Camera for Huddle Rooms [1].

Big thank you to Mara for making this available to us!

White Board

Sketch Your Ideas Here! Clean up after you're done.

Keep the Board in great condition by only using Dry Erase Markers and White Board Erasers/Microfiber towels. Avoid using paper towel to avoid scratching the board.

Additional Dry Erase markers available in the Commons.

Other Equipment

Tables and Chairs

Craft Room's Sewing Table / Fabric Cutting Table and Mat

The classroom currently (before Side B Expansion) shares space with the Craft Room and some of that zone's equipment resides in here too. Of particular note is the 8 ft. × 4 ft. Fabric Cutting Table and Mat attached to the north wall, mounted via a wench and pulley system.

The classroom's White Board is attached to the bottom of this table. Usually this table is put away, leaving the white board exposed for its intended use.

Use of this table / mat is discouraged for classroom activities outside of the scope and purview of Craft Room operations and its access and use is restricted. Mounting and putting away this special table requires training from Craft Room coordinators / wardens. See this equipment's page for more details.

Sewing Zone Expansion - Per discussion with Sewing Zone Coordinators (Jan and Dave) on 6 May 2025 both in person and Slack [2], [3], [4] The Sewing Zone only intends to remove the cutting mat for their new zone. They will then leave the existing whiteboard and frame in the Classroom.

I3DoorIris

This is a member maker project featuring an electronic view port iris that allows for viewing (or not) into the classroom.

Power Strips

Circular Power Strips (Multiple) KMC Model 00505

These are owned by SEMCO (SouthEastern Computing Organization) and are on loan to the classroom. They may not be removed from the classroom for any circumstance without either the express pproval of SEMCO or classroom Zone Coordinator. There are labels on each power strip that describe this arrangment as posted in #classroom slack channel on 28 November 2024.

Documentation

Wall signage for TV. (Open Document Format) (PDF - TBA)

Possible Future Classroom Improvements

(Note: These are possible improvements, but this list is not necessarily planned)

Acrylic Sign

Add Magnetic Acrylic Signs Holder for Classroom.

Wall Mount

Add hooks, cups, and storage to keep items off the tables (e.g. meeting cowbell, etc.)

White Board / Television Supplies

Have a specialized storage cabinet for whiteboard (markers, microfiber, erasers) and television (cables, adapters, clickers, etc.) supplies.

Tables

Black Tables for better alignment with room's color scheme.

Chairs

Better labeling to identify Classroom Chairs.

Wall Electrical

Re-Orientate the electrical outlets so that the holes are in the normal orientation. This will help with compatibility of wall adapters and reduce cable strain.

Add electrical outlet strip on walls for users. Since all the tables are the same height, electrical outlet strips can be set at a uniform height.

Paint

Ceiling Tiles: Repaint White for Aesthetics.

Change Door Hinges to black to harmonize with paint.

Change/paint wall plates black to harmonize with paint.

Acoustic Tiles

To create better acoustic environment for presentations. Add acoustic tiles. Maybe have a sound dampening sliding curtain for hallway.

Door Stop

Add door stop to East Door to prevent door slamming. Additional Magnets to keep door in place.

Whiteboard

Frosted White Glass Whiteboard?

After Sewing Zone Remove Cutting Matt, remove Existing Frame and mount whiteboard closer so that whiteboard is flush with wall.

Maintenance

High Priority

Air Conditioning

Update: Currently working due to recent fix (performed on (3 May 2025). Monitor throughout Summer 2025 to ensure fix is effective.

Medium Priority

Door

Door hinges (upper & lower) are loose. Despite trying to tighten the screws, they will not seat flush correctly and become loose again. May need to find the correct screws (some of the current screws appear to have heads that are too large to sit flush) and repair/replace the wood in the frame so that the screws can securely sit.

Caulk

Add caulk to trim, especially lower trim, to prevent water ingress.

Ceiling Tiles

Need to repainted and repaired

Floor

Needs to be refinished to allow for better cleaning.

Column

Remove Rust & possibly repaint.

History

2024: Classroom Remodel with new paint scheme and wall protectors.

Original plan for Classroom Remodeling in 2015.

Paint Colors

A very special thanks to Amy Benson for an excellent job choosing this palette!

Note: Touch Up Paint with these colors is currently being stored in the Paint Zone in a bin labeled 'Touch Up Paint' (as of 4 April 2025). Thank you to Aj H. and Emerson C. for helping find a place for this!

Lower Wall

‘Shade-Grown’ / HGSW6188 , Eggshell Finish, Sherwin Williams (Lowe's)

https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-family/green-paint-colors/SW6188-shade-grown

Upper Wall (Non-Accent Wall)

‘Sunflower’ / HGSW6678 , Eggshell Finish, Sherwin Williams (Lowe's)

https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-family/yellow-paint-colors/SW6678-sunflower

Upper Wall (Accent Wall, West Wall)

‘High Strung’ / HGSW6705 , Eggshell Finish, Sherwin Williams (Lowe's)

https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-family/green-paint-colors/SW6705-high-strung

Trim / Wall Bumpers

'Very Black', Eggshell Finish, Sherwin Williams (Lowe's)

South Door (Craftroom)

‘Shade-Grown’ / HGSW6188 , Eggshell Finish, Sherwin Williams (Lowe's)

https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-family/green-paint-colors/SW6188-shade-grown

East Door (Commons)

‘Shade-Grown’ / HGSW6188 , Eggshell Finish, Sherwin Williams (Lowe's)

https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-family/green-paint-colors/SW6188-shade-grown