By Derrick ForsytheRecord Staff WriterThe Wright City R-II School District has decided to utilize All-Inclusive Rec for the construction of its playground at the new Early Childhood Education Center.The board approved the Farmington-based company’s bid of $50,814.70 during its monthly meeting June 25.Other bids submitted were All Around Recreation LLC ($48,967), S Bollinger & Associates ($64,614), Fry & Associates ($49,953.40) and Hutchinson Recreation & Design (two options at $47,575 and $52,422).“People put in bids trying to meet our needs and All-Inclusive Rec came closest to our budget number,” said Superintendent David Buck. “This option was chosen since it incorporates all of the needs of the children with individual education plans.”Buck says each aspect of the playground serves a specific purpose in the development of the children.“The playground equipment was selected for specific educational goals,” he said. “Everything was built around a purpose to help the child develop in a safe environment.”For example, a triple hoop ball apparatus is necessary to facilitate ball skill goals that are written in the student’s individual education program by the physical therapist.A shade will be installed for children with medical issues or with autism who may be affected by light, and a thicker surface sample will be provided to help prevent injuries.Additionally, a tire obstacle will provide opportunities for children to climb over and through, varying from the traditional model.“This is a better option than a dome climber for safety reasons,” said Buck.In addition, the chain climber was removed and replaced by the loop climber, again for safety purposes.“The special education teachers felt the movement by the chains may cause children with balance concerns to fall,” officials said in a statement. “The loop climber will not move and also has hand rails.”R-II School District