PreK-12 Ed


Finding tech support outside the school

Leading school systems have begun to imitate Fortune 500 companies and outsource their IT functions. Now they pass their business lessons on to colleagues.

What You Don't Know Can Hurt the Children

The only way to protect your school system, your employees and the children under your care is to be thorough and very afraid of what you don't know.

The Modular Solution

Space needs, budget concerns and time crunches: Modular buildings can help solve all these problems.

The Revolution in I.D. Cards

Once I.D. cards simply identified students and faculty. Now they can improve security, assist in recordkeeping, pay for lunches and much more.

Bomb Threat Basics

Although they seem rare, bomb threats and explosive devices, both hoaxes and real, are becoming an increasing concern on school campuses.

Bomb Threat Basics

Although they seem rare, bomb threats and explosive devices, both hoaxes and real, are becoming an increasing concern on school campuses.

Answering Parents' Tough Questions

How safe is your school? It might be time for some modifications.

Lighten Up!

Reduce worries about injury, vandalism and break-ins with proper lighting.

The Furniture of Science

New furniture and furnishings support new approaches to science instruction. One advantage is that as science labs become more flexible, the cost of furnishing has become proportionally less expensive.

Trends in Education

Teaching methods are continually improving, technology has become an integral part of curriculum and issues of security have different effects on facility design.

Which Roofing Selection Is Right?

The final decision about a roofing system should be made after considering factors like costs, life-cycle, the structure's design and even what is inside the building

What Broadband Means for Schools

Connectivity. Convergence. Educational promises fulfilled. Those are among the anticipated benefits that broadband will bring if the visionaries are right.

Codes Without Confusion

Properly developed codes and accompanying procedures can help to maintain effective communications during a crisis.

The Humanization of School Safety Technology

As with any other aspect of educating youth, the human touch is important.

Super Heavy-Duty Door Hardware

A new generation of more durable school-door hardware has come to market over the past few years.

Power, Politics and Purchasing

Here we explore the area where energy efficiency, budget-cutting and facility needs overlap.

Internet Searching: Untangling the Web

Looking for info on school reform? Wireless networking? Grants for technology? These new search engines and Internet resources may be just what you need to streamline the task.

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