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LocknCharge Launches Smart Locker System for Device Management

LocknCharge, a developer of solutions for charging, storing, securing, and managing mobile technologies, has announced the FUYL Enhanced Smart Locker System, a software, hardware, and app-based kiosk solution for authenticated self-serve access to mobile devices with integrated device management.

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11 Greater Atlanta Schools to Undergo Renovations

Eleven schools across DeKalb County School District and Atlanta Public Schools in the Greater Atlanta metropolitan area are undergoing renovations totaling over $120 million. The districts selected construction company Balfour Beatty for the projects, which will tackle a variety of building and system upgrades.

Cañon City High School groundbreaking

New Addition, Renovations to Bring Major Upgrade to Cañon City High School Campus

Colorado's Cañon City Schools has broken ground on a new construction project at its flagship institution, Cañon City High School.

Eagle Mountain High School

New Eagle Mountain High School Designed to Utilize Natural Features

Eagle Mountain-Saginaw Independent School District's newly built Eagle Mountain High School has opened its doors to students for the first day of school.

Cyber Acoustics Launches Headset for K–12 Classrooms

Edtech manufacturer Cyber Acoustics recently announced the launch of the AC-6014 USB-C Headset, designed for use in K–12 and virtual classrooms, according to a news release. The announcement comes on the heels of three recent USB-C products including two headsets with a microphone and one without.

McGraw Hill Launches Two GenAI Tools for K–12, Higher Ed Students

Global education company McGraw Hill recently announced that it has added two new generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools to help personalize learning experiences for both K–12 and Higher Ed students, according to a news release.

Fellowes Expands Lines of Monitor, Laptop Accessories

Interior workplace solutions provider Fellowes recently announced that it is expanding two of its popular product lines. The extensions to its Sena and Rising lines will offer new degrees of functionality and aesthetic appeal to a wide variety of corporate and educational environments, according to a news release.

Georgia District Celebrates Opening of New K–8 School

The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS) recently announced the completion of the new Pulaski K8 School in Savannah, Ga., according to a news release. The district partnered with general contractor Balfour Beatty and architecture firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood to convert an existing K–5 school into a single learning space for elementary- and middle-school students.

South Texas District Breaks Ground on Renovations to 1950s-Era High School

The Cotulla Independent School District in South Texas recently broke ground on a series of additions and renovations to its high school, originally built in 1957, according to a news release. The project was designed by Pfluger Architects, and construction will take place in two phases scheduled for completion by 2026.

Climate Resilient Schools Act Moves Forward in California Senate

California Senate Bill 1182, the Climate Resilient Schools Act, recently passed the Assembly Appropriations Committee and will now face a vote on the Assembly Floor, according to a news release.

Kraus-Anderson Completes Three Projects for Minnesota K–12 District

Integrated construction management firm Kraus-Anderson recently announced that it has completed addition projects at three schools within Marshall County Central Schools in Minnesota, according to a news release. Funding came from an $18.9-million building referendum passed by the community in August 2022 to create new space for students and school programs.

Transforming a Static Library into a Dynamic Learning Space

Home to some of St. Louis’s brightest young minds, the Idea Center on the campus of Lindbergh High School transforms a static, decades-old library into dynamic learning spaces where design facilitates community, and every space encourages exploration, collaboration, and hands-on learning.

Indianapolis Public Schools Announces Partnership with Discovery Education

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) recently announced a partnership with edtech solutions provider Discovery Education, according to a news release. All of the district’s K–8 students and teachers will gain access to DreamBox Math, which blends curriculum and continuous formative assessments that adapt to student needs to boost achievement.

California Celebrates Opening of New $54.5M Elementary School

The Menifee Union School District in Riverside County, Calif., recently celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest facility, Sally Buselt Elementary School. The 75,000-square-foot school cost $54.5 million, and it will serve 600 students in grades K–5, according to a news release.

Get an A+ in Restroom Maintenance

Clean school restrooms are vital for students’ wellbeing and education. Research shows unclean restrooms can amplify the spread of bacteria and viruses. lllness is a main cause of student absenteeism, which can lead to poor school performance and potentially school dropout.

Schools In Focus: Talking Campus Security with Mitch McKinley

Schools In Focus: Being Transparent About School Safety Design

Today’s guest is Devin Bowman, General Manager of Technical Glass Products (TGP) and AD Systems. We’ll talk about the relationship between school architecture and designing for safety as design aspects like natural light and floor-to-ceiling windows become more common.

ASI Group Announces Acquisition of Marsh Industries

Washroom accessories, commercial toilet partitions, and visual display products manufacturer ASI Group recently announced that it has acquired Marsh Industries, which produces markerboards, chalkboards, and other visual display products, effective Aug. 1, 2024, according to a news release.

The Decoration Arms Race in Elementary Classrooms

In recent years, the pursuit of the perfectly decorated classroom has taken a serious toll on teachers' well-being. The competition to create visually stunning and intricately decorated classrooms has become overwhelming. It is leaving many educators feeling stressed and over-burdened by the unrealistic expectations that come from the viral images of classroom “perfection” on social media.

Spaces4Learning Announces 2024 New Product Award Winners

Spaces4Learning is proud to announce the winners of its 2024 New Product Award. The New Product Award program honors the outstanding product development achievements of manufacturers and suppliers whose products or services are considered to be particularly noteworthy in their ability to enhance the learning environment.

Lysol to Donate Minilabs Science Kits to K–12 Schools

Lysol recently announced that in advance of the 2024–25 school year, it will be donating Lysol Minilabs Science Kits to Title I schools throughout the country through its HERE for Healthy Schools initiative, according to a news release. The program’s goal is to prevent the spread of illness in schools and promote the tools for clean learning and living environments.

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