Construction

Translating the Data: Ensuring Your Capital Planning Funds Are Cost Effective

Date & Time: Wednesday, December 4 at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute DA Ed Talk, administrators will gain helpful advice on turning facilities data into actionable insights to avoid a common challenge in K-12 where districts increasingly struggle with translating data into effective capital planning decisions.

***Attendees will be able to safely download an Asset Investment Planning (AIP) Infographic and a comprehensive guide for capital planning, budgeting, and asset management.

How one superintendent strives to keep his rural schools relevant

Bermudian Springs School District has completed one big project—a new middle school—and several more, including a new curriculum, are underway.

How connecting with the community helps this district build schools

Leaders at Seguin ISD have convinced voters to approve more than $200 million in construction bonds since 2019. Superintendent Matthew Gutierrez says making—and strengthening—connections with the community has been his Texas district's key to success at the ballot box in 2019, 2022 and 2023.

Leaders sound off on the top 7 challenges K12 is facing right now

Neither test scores nor grades are dominating the conversations about the biggest education challenges in 2023.

One district’s energy efficiency project will give students a boost—and save $20 million

Conserving natural resources and the comfort of staff and students are two goals of the Cherry Creek School District's extensive energy efficiency project that will save millions.

$500 million worth of help coming for cleaner schools and buses

Building Better School Infrastructure grants will support energy- and cost-saving redesigns and help districts transition to electric school buses.

Attleboro High School: Lighting the way for 21st century campuses

One recent study found that over one school year, students who were exposed to more sunlight during their school day displayed 26 percent higher reading outcomes and 20 percent higher math outcomes.

Designing a safe school requires more than just built solutions

Preparation, partnerships, and social programs are paramount to maintaining the quality and safety of the educational environment.

Build Back Better bill clears house committee with $82B for school construction

Build Back Better Act that includes billions of dollars in funds for early childhood care and universal pre-K, school construction, educator professional development, and school meal programs

How to use ESSER funding to redesign learning spaces

The design of a learning environment can have a big impact on teaching, learning, and student success.

South Florida high school reveals state-of-the-art, expanded media lab

The unveiling and ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrated a collaborative undertaking by numerous visionaries, funders and sponsors.

How will federal funds help fix our crumbling schools?

ARP funds permit schools to use money to repair and reconstruct, but guidance from ED imposes limits that may be problematic.

Summer Construction & Beyond: Prioritizing COVID-19 Safety and Stimulus Funding

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Biden’s American Jobs Plan would provide $100 billion for school construction, repair

The money, half supplied through direct grants and the other $50 billion through bonds, also includes $45 billion to replace lead water pipes nationwide.

Public-private partnership to result in accelerated building of six new schools

Prince George's County Public Schools in Maryland has closed on the first ever K-12 schools Public-Private Partnership (P3) Concession Agreement in the United States. Other districts are watching.

Congress approves $54.3 billion in relief for public schools

Critics say the stimulus package will provide help to offset costs from the COVID-19 pandemic but falls well short of the funds that were desired.

The importance of designing low-carbon buildings

By specifying carbon-smart products, K-12 schools can help reverse global warming.

Sending utilities savings to the classroom

Upgrading the boiler system at Myrtle Crest Elementary School in rural Oregon ended up costing its district nothing.

How 2 Oregon districts are amping up energy efficiency

Energy efficiency may not make as big a splash as solar panels, but changing a school's lights bulbs and other measures can be a low-cost way to generate significant savings. 

From STEM roots, Phenix City has risen … just in time

This Alabama school district has leveraged technology to dramatically improve student outcomes and overcome challenges, including a successful pivot to hybrid learning during the pandemic

Spaces to grow: Creating, rebuilding areas for CTE learning

By reimagining classrooms and other environments on campus, schools can deliver programs that build a future for career-conscious students

See which states lead in solar-powered schools

More than 7,300 public and private schools—serving 5.3 million students—now use solar power, and many of the K-12 sustainable energy projects are financed by a third party.

6 key ingredients to creating an outdoor classroom

For a $5,000 per school budget, here are the top outdoor classroom features districts should prioritize.

3 districts closing achievement gaps with at-risk and minority students

These Districts of Distinction runners-up are paying for AP tests and dual-credit classes, expanding summer programs for all students and providing more opportunities for students through construction projects.

‘Game On’ as esports becomes pivotal for Florida magnet school

From grant to launch, Academic Esports Conference speakers Jane Whitaker and Laurie Boyer present how gaming is inspiring dreams at Fort Pierce Westwood Academy.

Academic Esports Conference showcases featured speakers

Top administrators, faculty and gaming experts who will be at the show are highlighted in a preview of the October Academic Esports Conference and Expo.

5 questions to ask when taking on a green building project

In celebration of Earth Day, DA guest columnist Anisa Heming addresses how to ensure a new green school supports student learning, protects student and teacher health, and cuts down operating and utility costs. She directs the U.S. Green Building Council's Center for Green Schools.

How schools are designing ‘brain-friendly’ classroom spaces

Brain-friendly schools support different learning styles, promote active involvement, incorporate multimedia, recognize the impact of environmental factors such as noise and lighting, build connections to the world outside the classroom, and encourage community accessibility and involvement.

3 of the newest school groundbreakings to keep on your radar

DA compiles a campus groundbreaking roundup of three new schools in K-12.

Funding solutions that impact equity in education

Connellsville Area School District has saved money by eliminating waste, fixing facility problems and building effectiveness through ABM's data and financial analysis tools. Sponsored content by ABM.

This cyber school opens largest publicly accessible U.S. aquaponics facility

Commonwealth Charter Academy in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, builds the AgWorks learning lab.

How net-zero energy schools can turn a profit

Investing in net-zero energy school buildings can pay dividends to districts down the line.

Building Blocks: Dearborn STEM 6-12 Early College Academy, Boston Public Schools

One of the oldest districts in the nation recently completed its first construction project in 15 years by rebuilding a school to accommodate STEM learning for grades 6 through 12.

Georgia district relocates elementary school to accommodate growth

Bartow County School System recently relocated Adairsville Elementary (60,000 square feet) to a 114,000-square-foot building to accommodate rising enrollment. The new facility stands two blocks...

R.I. begins rebuilding schools after voters approve $250 million repair bond

The state's residents approved a $250 million school repair bond which would not only renovate existing school buildings, but also fund the construction of new ones. A "bonus system" would incentivize communities to move fast on school repairs.