Comments from experts about what is happening in the areas of architecture, ADA, business, construction, energy management and interior design as they relate to K-12 school facilities.
Understanding the threat of chemical weapons is the first step in deciding what actions are realistic.
You know that you'd like to buy sustainable flooring for the renovation or new construction project you're gearing up for. But what, exactly, does that mean? Having the answer to that question prepares you to make an informed purchasing dec
After four years and six phases of addition and renovation construction, Duncanville Independent School District will have one of the largest high schools in the United States, with 836,137 sq. ft. under one roof.
A partnership involving a community college, public school system and industry bridges a funding gap.
The use, or misuse, of color in a learning environment can play a major role in student performance.
It takes collaborative planning and an understanding of the spirit of the laws to create a proper learning environment for all students.
School officials have been working arduously to make our schools safer and to prepare for crisis situations.
Metal roofs provide schools with durable, long-term protection against any type of weather; can help lower the energy required to heat and cool the building when coupled with an efficient insulation system; significantly add to the facility's aesthe
School security and emergency planning must be institutionalized as an ongoing process.
Learning to share school facilities in the 21st century can be a complex undertaking. Who pays for what during the design and construction phase? Which facilities can community members use? When can they use these facilities? Who maintains the faciliti
Interactive communications is the key to creating support for public education. Current research shows that students succeed when parents become engaged, making this a win-win situation for all.
Use these sources to keep your school safe.
In an ideal world, all school construction would be performed during the summer recess, commencing the day after school closes and finishing well before Labor Day. In the real world, this is not always possible. Nevertheless, with proper planning and skil
The information that is available to protect our children is only as good as its application
The simple days are gone! No more manual typewriters or carbon paper.Snail mail” is a thing of the past. Everyday tasks have changed, a result of the electronic revolution.
Districts are experimenting with privatization to solve problems related to educational achievement standards, dropouts and growth.
Built in 1971, the aging West Bloomfield High school, in West Bloomfield, Mich., was re-energized with an infusion of technology during a recent $2 million addition/renovation project.
Different types of flooring surfaces in schools need to be cared for in different ways.
What issues need to be considered when making decisions about what materials should used in a school building's envelope?