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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.

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