SP&M Article Archive
School Planning & Management's vast database of articles is a valuable tool for anyone who plans, designs, equips, maintains and operates pK-12 schools nationwide. Popular topics include facilities, safety & security, technology, business, finance and the learning environment. Articles are displayed in chronological order, beginning with the most recent.
Facilities (Learning Spaces)
How place influences design.
- By Aimee Eckmann
- July 1st, 2017
Building Blueprints (Facilities in Focus)
Rethinking educational design for a new generation of learners.
- By Pam Loeffelman
- July 1st, 2017
Legally Speaking
There are no "instant" background checks for volunteers.
- By Katie Zwetzig
- July 1st, 2017
The Healthy Facilities Institute (HFI), in partnership with School Planning & Management and College Planning & Management magazines, held the first annual Healthy Facilities Award program. This special section highlights the standouts among the entries received.
Facility Planning
A crucial step in collaborative teaching.
- By Corrie Hood
- July 1st, 2017
Safety & Security (Prepare and Be Aware)
Meeting the growing challenge of security in K-12 schools.
- By Jim Romeo
- July 1st, 2017
Facilities (Learning Spaces)
Parking problems have grown at schools along with the size of cars and increased traffic. Here's how experts suggest dealing with these new needs.
- By Michael Fickes
- July 1st, 2017
Editor's Note (The View From Here)
- By Jerry Enderle
- July 1st, 2017
Facilities (Learning Spaces)
Planning strategies to support future pedagogies
- By Brooke Trivas
- July 1st, 2017
Hot Tips (Safe Flooring Choices)
- By Kendall Speer Ellis
- July 1st, 2017
Sustainable Schools
Sustainable design revolves around the sun.
- By Mark Madorsky, Ian Powell
- July 1st, 2017
Business Practices
Telling the story behind the numbers.
- By Christine L. Lee
- July 1st, 2017
Facilities (Learning Spaces)
Active planning of facilities is critical for all school districts, no matter the size.
- By Ellen Kollie
- July 1st, 2017
Ask the Expert (Classroom Furnishings)
- By Lisa Schmidt
- July 1st, 2017