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ESSER Funds
Congress appropriated an extremely large amount of funding for school projects, and the final round allocations totaled $122 billion. That’s a huge amount – about $380 per person in the U.S. This revenue came through the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief program and was delivered with a mandated deadline: It must be obligated by Sept. 30, 2024.
02/27/2024
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HVAC
The importance of HVAC units in schools was brought to the forefront when the COVID-19 pandemic struck in the early parts of 2020. The federal government also took notice as they issued approximately $190 billion in COVID relief funds through the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER).
05/15/2023
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ESSER and EANS funds are designed to help schools reopen quickly and safely, as well as address the months of significant learning loss by U.S. students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Only now are experts beginning to understand the full scope of learning loss brought on by a year-plus of the pandemic – and initial reports are worrying.
10/01/2021
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10/01/2021
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COVID-19 and Schools
As schools and universities prepare for the return of students and faculty after nearly a year of remote learning, many are faced with growing concerns around how to keep facilities safe in the post-pandemic world. This is doubly true when considering that crucial HVAC and building management systems (BMS) are often outdated and in need of replacement.
08/11/2021
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HVAC & IAQ
05/01/2021
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Solar Energy
The University of Toledo just received a five-year, $12.5 million grant from the U.S. Air Force to develop flexible solar cell sheets for space. The photovoltaic energy sheets will be used to collect solar energy for powering Earth-based receivers or other orbital or aerial instrumentation, such as communications satellites.
02/26/2021
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Business
It will be critical for institutions to look at new ways to generate revenue and reduce expenses that are sustainable and effective. There are several initiatives that institutions can consider or implement in response to the crisis.
01/15/2021
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Adaptive Reuse
As the education industry assimilates to a new and uncertain future, we can take one lesson from 2020 with us: we must embrace innovative solutions and have the courage to try new things as we plan for the future. Adaptive reuse can support this endeavor.
11/16/2020
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Procurement
School districts see value in using cooperative purchasing entities as they get a steady, predictable pricing structure and supplier source.
07/01/2020
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Building Envelopes
When a system shows signs of failing, what is the most cost-effective course of action an owner should take? Does the owner replace the system or close the facility?
03/01/2020
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Guest Viewpoint
A few solutions to minimize renovation costs and support sustainablity goals.
11/01/2019
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Technology Infrastructure
The nearly $4 billion FCC program enters its fifth year since funding for networking infrastructure became available to schools and libraries. This article examines recent action taken by the FCC that could change how these institutions can access funds beginning in 2020.
08/08/2019
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Funding
New York has announced the latest round of districts and schools to receive funding through the "Smart Schools Bond Act." That bond was passed in 2014-2015 and approved the issuing of some $2 billion in general obligation bonds to finance improved educational technology and infrastructure.
07/16/2019
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Business Practices
07/01/2019
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Facilities (Learning Spaces)
Your environment is more than simply the place you are; the atmosphere you occupy affects you on a biological level, sending signals to your body and mind that influence your health in a variety of ways.
07/01/2019
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Improved space scheduling can generate cash for colleges and universities. Here’s how.
05/16/2019
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Here's what administrators have to say about specifying products that best serve the needs of the school or district.
04/01/2019
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As in most years, the President’s budget request is dead on arrival when it is announced. This year is not much different than those in the past. However, with a divided government, the budget and appropriations process gets a bit more challenging and interesting. The
03/21/2019
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As the current administration's FY2020 proposed budget is released, the work is cut out for both houses’ appropriations and budget committees to meet the deadlines to finalize a FY 2020 budget. But like in most past years, the likelihood of meeting it is a far reach.
03/21/2019
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Business (Managing Higher Ed)
Building and maintaining diverse purchasing and procurement capabilities for colleges and universities is educated buying.
03/01/2019
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Editor's Note (The View From Here)
01/01/2019
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Business (Managing K-12 Education)
Cooperative purchasing helps K-12 school districts keep the shelves fully stocked while saving money.
11/01/2018
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Business Practices (Achieving Administrative Excellence)
Purchasing through cooperatives can help a college or university remain fully stocked with supplies while saving money for both the institution and its students.
11/01/2018
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10/19/2018
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Editor's Note (The View From Here)
09/01/2018
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Colleges and universities are creating unique PR and engagement opportunities through record-breaking anniversary marketing campaigns.
08/03/2018
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07/20/2018
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07/20/2018
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Business
Colleges and universities can improve facilities management and maximize budget efficiency through comprehensive, campus-wide assessments.
07/01/2018
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Business Practices
07/01/2018
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Editor's Note (The View From Here)
07/01/2018
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Business (Managing K-12 Education)
In this article, we explore lifecycle costs and vital factors to consider in order to make the most cost-effective choices for your facilities.
07/01/2018
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02/19/2018
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Facing enrollment pressures, colleges and universities will look to facilities for cost savings in 2018.
02/15/2018
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Business (Managing K-12 Education)
As K-12 school districts have grown in size and complexity, buying supplies has become a sophisticated profession.
02/01/2018
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Editor's Note (The View From Here)
02/01/2018
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Our annual look at trends influencing campus life and learning is back for 2018. From regenerative design to the latest developments in technology, these topics are on the forefront as experts discuss what the coming year might bring.
01/01/2018
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Business (Managing Higher Ed)
Two universities in New Jersey are experiencing growth and financial stability by developing partnerships with businesses and their communities.
01/01/2018
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The Sustainable Campus (Trends and Innovations)
The University of Montana is preparing for large-scale climate action.
01/01/2018
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Business (Managing K-12 Education)
Lessons from the Field.
11/01/2017
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Business (Managing K-12 Education)
It doesn't matter how good your facilities plan is... if you can’t fund it, you can’t build it.
10/01/2017
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Business (Managing Higher Ed)
Some campus administrators are looking beyond P3s and additional debt load to find ways to finance their capital projects. Check out these ideas.
10/01/2017
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Editor's Note (The View From Here)
07/01/2017
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Green Purchasing
The concept of green procurement has been around for nearly two decades. Are colleges and universities on board?
07/01/2017
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The Sustainable Campus (Trends and Innovations)
The University of Dayton sees sustainability as the greater good.
06/01/2017
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The Trump administration’s “skinny budget” was submitted to Congress on March 16, 2017. The proposed budget received little support from both Republicans and Democrats, and was almost unanimously criticized by education associations, think tanks and related groups.
04/08/2017
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The Trump administration’s “skinny budget” was submitted to Congress on March 16, 2017. The proposed budget received little support from both Republicans and Democrats, and was almost unanimously criticized by education associations, think tanks and related groups.
04/08/2017
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Legally Speaking
The future of public education in the Trump era.
04/01/2017
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Maintenance & Operations (Managing the Physical Plant)
Is your organization evolving to exceed your customers' expectations?
04/01/2017