PreK-12 Ed


FURNISHING AN AUDITORIUM

It takes lot of thought, planning and technology to create a functional and successful school auditorium.

PREPARING SCHOOLS FOR TERRORISM

Despite the absence of legislation and funding, school leaders move forward on“homeland security” for schools.

Safe Schools by Design

When used hand in hand with other safety strategies, CPTED can be an awesome tool to help create welcome and safe learning environments.

TRENDS IN EDUCATION

A number of experts reflect on what they see as insights and developments concerning trends in education in construction, energy, security, athletic and facilities.

Lasting Roofs Mean Lifelong Savings

Analyzing the life-cycle costs of alternative roofing solutions is becoming more common, as school administrators and facility managers are increasingly encouraged to look at long-term economic and environmental impact.

BUILDING CODES FOR ROOFS

Sometimes building codes can be confusing, especially to those not involved in construction. Here is an explanation of their purpose and value.

EDUCATED WALLS

Flexibility. Reusability. Environmental responsibility. Better sound transmission ratings. More design options. It's no wonder that movable walls are now being specified for many educational facilities. These factors that have often made movable walls

TECHNOLOGY MASTER PLANNING

A good technology master plan is more than just a list of hardware and software that we would like to have.

SEEING GLASS CONTRACTORS CLEARLY

lass has long been recognized as a flexible design material, enabling architects and construction companies to create looks from high-tech modern to low-tech natural with a single material.

PURCHASING AND SELECTING SCHOOL LIGHTING

There are many factors to consider when deciding on a lighting system for a school, especially future costs.

DVRs a Superior Solution

Georgia School Board Sold on Digital Video Recording

School Preparedness for Terrorism

Survey of nation's school-based police reveals gaps in security, emergency plans and training.

Keys to Emergency Operations Planning Success

Experience has shown that expending the time and energy to prepare will prove worthwhile when a crisis strikes.

How Safe Are Your Child Care Programs?

Providing a safe and secure environment for children requires a great deal of planning and preparation.

The Maginot Line

You can evaluate efforts respond to crisis situations and reduce the odds that your plan will be needed.

Cell Phone and Pager Blues

Many schools have begun to question policies that prohibit students from carrying cellular phones and pagers while at school.

What Goes Around Comes Around

In the early 1990s, many middle and high schools began converting their industrial arts shops into "tech labs." Students flocked to the new tech labs because they were unique environments within the school, and utilized personal computers which

Let's Not Turn Our Schools Into Prisons

How will your schools be remembered?

The Impact of Terrorism on School Safety Planning

Whether school violence, terrorism or a natural disaster, the lesson remains the same: Plan, prepare and practice.

Realistic Planning With Portable Classrooms

Unless portable classrooms are viewed as part of the permanent facilities plan, public school districts will continue to overpay for substandard classrooms.

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