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Durable Faucets Equal Less Maintenance

Case History (Real-World Solutions)

Durable Faucets Equal Less Maintenance

school-choice movement

Choice Arguments

The school-choice movement has set off an intense national debate about vouchers and charter schools.

Functional Pool Design

Athletics, Fitness and Outdoor Spaces

What's Cool in Pools

New design trends are making pools more functional and cost-effective.

energy savings

Facilities (Campus Spaces)

Is It Hot In Here?

Or is it just you? Internal air quality and comfort are more than just temperature. Whether your school is pushing the envelope or making small changes, there are many ways to keep building occupants happy and energy bills in control.

Communication Tools

Technology (Innovations For Education)

Communication Tools: Meeting Expectations

With effective and timely communication vital to all campus constituents, the right tools must be planned, in place and operating smoothly.

Security fencing

Facilities (Learning Spaces)

Exterior Security Measures

The correct fencing system may require elements unique to your campus.

A Final Thought

Not a New Concept

Common core has been around for hundreds of years.

Primary care spaces

Building Blueprint (Facilities in Focus)

Making It 'All Better'

Primary care spaces are no longer stuck in an unused closet.

Does Washington Still Work?

Congress is on a five-week recess that began on Aug. 1 and returns on Sept. 8. Don’t blame them for taking the time off; they are legally required to do so. Yes, they are off campaigning for himself or herself or someone else, as well as taking a vacation. Many would question whether they deserve it, given the number of critical issues left unresolved or unfinished.

Maintenance & Operations

Closing the Gap

Successfully managing facilities in a climate of change.

Trends In Green

Harness the Power of ENERGY STAR

The bottom-line benefits of the EPA's ENERGY STAR program.

athletic facility construction

Sports, Athletics and Recreation

New Look, New Logic

Often, the most cost-effective route to a state-of-the-art facility involves the adaptation and reorganization of existing spaces.

Campus fencing

Facilities (Campus Spaces)

Good Fences Make Good Neighbors

Campus fencing serves many different functions, be it to enhance landscaping or visual identity, for safety, noise reduction and privacy, or directing traffic. There are any number of types of fencing and other amenities to consider when site planning on campus.

Editor's Note (The View From Here)

Invincible?

Career Services

Career Services: The Students Perspective

Career Services: The Students Perspective

Business Practices (Achieving Administrative Excellence)

Developing a Social Media Strategy

Harness the potential of social media for your institution's advantage.

Energy Benchmarking

Facilities (Learning Spaces)

Using Energy Benchmarking to Reap Savings

Here's how energy benchmarking is helping some school districts reduce energy consumption, thereby gaining energy savings. It may be just the tool your district needs.

Improving Fire Safety

Improving Fire Safety

A Mix of Technology and Education

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