The decision-making process for developing today's campus master plan has ramifications that will carry an institution well into the future.
Here's what administrators at Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Ky., are doing to prevent deferred maintenance issues.
As more and more systems move toward using IP-based devices connected to the local building data network, the owner has to determine how those IP-based devices will obtain the DC power required for them to operate.
One way to keep school environments more healthful is to take advantage of relatively new technology involving UVC lamps installed in the air conditioning system.
Here is what administrators at Jefferson County Public Schools in Loiusville, Ky., are doing to prevent deferred maintenance issues.
Restroom problems aren't unique to public schools in the U.S., but there are some solutions to the problem, and this man has been working on getting those solutions out into the public realm.
This past year saw a renewed interest in reforming our public education system with areas of particular interest including school size, the use of technology and community involvement.
A new technology that is affordable, easy to install and easy to use a personal response system called clickers is being embraced by administrators.
Liz Murray very clearly made the case for the value of schools where every individual gets attention, where counselors and teachers deal with a reasonable number of students by name.
An emergency planning workshop takes on new relevance after this year's devastating hurricanes.
A look at Boise State University's increased campus security.
From the roof to the floors and everything in between, building systems are being re-evaluated for the college and university market. What are some changes that may make their way into your school's next building?
Observations that restate critical points, learned from Katrina and other disasters.
Sports and money go hand-in-hand. But does the university find itself on the buying or receiving end of the cycle?
While the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) law impacts teachers, students and schools throughout the nation, it also impacts education facility planners.
According to a recent study, potential teachers are influenced by their impressions of the educational facilities in which they will be working during the interview process.
The latest Web-enabled technology is aiding all aspects of facility management, from capital planning to paperless work orders to roof repairs.
From the roof to the lights and everything in-between, building systems are being re-evaluated for the K-12 market. What are some changes that may make there way into your school's next building?
By far the most common systems are standard fire alarm sounders and detectors. Unfortunately, people are so accustomed to false alarms that they often fail to immediately evacuate when the alarm sounds.
While security technology solutions including cameras, crime prevention through environmental design and other measures can be incredibly effective in reducing risk when used as part of a comprehensive approach to safety, they are sometimes used individua
This unique playground initiative is giving Denver Public Schools' elementary children a place to learn and play, building neighborhood pride, and providing graduation credits, AmeriCorps Campus Compact tuition vouchers, and experience to University o