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For school leaders, architects, designers, educators, or anyone who has been involved in a major renovation or new construction project for a school district — what has been your favorite part of the process? Amanda Hastings' perspective resonates deeply with episode one of the new Second Class Foundation series, What We Show Them that highlights the challenges schools face when they’re in desperate need of new facilities. Some of the most rewarding moments come from hearing how small improvements, like a functioning HVAC system or addressing structural issues, can significantly impact students and staff. But the truly inspiring moments happen when the community starts to dream bigger. We’d love to hear about your favorite moments from a past renovation or new construction project. What stands out for you? Amanda Hastings Shea, NCIDQ, ALEP, IIDA, The S/L/A/M Collaborative (SLAM), Kevin Stoller, Kay-Twelve, Second Class Foundation, Education Leaders' Organization, EDmarket, A4LE-Association for Learning Environments, Catalyst @ Penn GSE #RadicallyStudentCentered #BeTheChange #YouBelongHere #SchoolImprovements #SchoolArchitecture #SchoolConstruction #BetterLearning #ALEP #TheSLAMCollaborative

🚸 Building Safer and Smarter Schools with LWIC Roof Decks 🏫💡 When it comes to designing K-12 schools, safety and functionality are key. Lightweight Insulating Concrete (LWIC) roof decks are changing the game for educational facilities by providing fire-resistive properties that help ensure student and staff safety, while offering acoustical performance that enhances learning environments by reducing noise in classrooms and auditoriums. 🎶🔥 By choosing LWIC, architects and contractors gain: ✅ Superior fire-rated assemblies to meet strict code requirements. ✅ Enhanced acoustics for quieter, more focused classrooms. ✅ Long-term durability with reduced maintenance needs. ✅ Sustainable, green solutions that promote energy efficiency. 🌱 LWIC not only supports the construction of resilient schools but also aligns with the goals of creating innovative and sustainable learning spaces. 🛠️📚 👏 Shoutout to Texas leaders in K-12 design and construction like Corgan, VLK Architects, and PBK, who continually set the standard for excellence. And to general contractors like Bartlett Cocke General Contractors, Joeris General Contractors, LLC, and Cadence McShane Construction Company, who bring these visions to life—thank you for building the future! 🏗️ Let’s talk about how LWIC can elevate your next project! 💬 #K12Construction #LWIC #FireSafety #Acoustics #SustainableBuilding #Architects #GeneralContractors #EducationInnovation

Understanding School Construction Costs 🏗️💡 Building a new school is an exciting yet challenging venture, and one of the most crucial components of the process is accurately estimating school construction costs. These costs can vary significantly depending on factors like location, design, facilities, and the scope of the project. Here's a breakdown of the key steps and considerations for estimating school construction costs: 📍 Location – The cost of construction can vary greatly depending on the region and local market conditions. 🏫 Design & Facilities – School design, including specialized classrooms (science labs, art rooms), administrative areas, and recreational spaces, will affect the budget. 🔨 Construction Materials & Labor – The choice of materials and local labor costs are major contributors to overall expenses. 💻 Technology Infrastructure – Building a school to accommodate modern IT infrastructure is a crucial investment. 📅 Timeline & Project Management – Accurate time and resource management are essential to avoid delays and unexpected costs. 📊 Contingency Planning – Always include a contingency budget for unforeseen costs or design changes during construction. At GSE, we provide detailed case studies and guidance to help you accurately estimate and manage your school construction costs, ensuring a smooth and cost-effective building process. 👉 Learn more about how to manage school construction costs: https://bit.ly/4cXki6j #SchoolConstruction #EducationInvestment #BuildingSchools #SchoolDesign #SchoolManagement #ConstructionCosts #GSE

Understanding School Construction Costs 🏗️💡 Building a new school is an exciting yet challenging venture, and one of the most crucial components of the process is accurately estimating school construction costs. These costs can vary significantly depending on factors like location, design, facilities, and the scope of the project. Here's a breakdown of the key steps and considerations for estimating school construction costs: 📍 Location – The cost of construction can vary greatly depending on the region and local market conditions. 🏫 Design & Facilities – School design, including specialized classrooms (science labs, art rooms), administrative areas, and recreational spaces, will affect the budget. 🔨 Construction Materials & Labor – The choice of materials and local labor costs are major contributors to overall expenses. 💻 Technology Infrastructure – Building a school to accommodate modern IT infrastructure is a crucial investment. 📅 Timeline & Project Management – Accurate time and resource management are essential to avoid delays and unexpected costs. 📊 Contingency Planning – Always include a contingency budget for unforeseen costs or design changes during construction. At GSE, we provide detailed case studies and guidance to help you accurately estimate and manage your school construction costs, ensuring a smooth and cost-effective building process. 👉 Learn more about how to manage school construction costs: https://bit.ly/4cXki6j #SchoolConstruction #EducationInvestment #BuildingSchools #SchoolDesign #SchoolManagement #ConstructionCosts #GSE

Here are a few tips if you are about to build a new school or renovate an existing school: BE THOROUGH IN YOUR PLANNING SEEK COMMUNITY INPUT MAKE SURE THE BUILDERS KNOW WHY IT'S IMPORTANT Read more insight from a school executive director currently overseeing new construction and an architect in our most recent news article!

Understanding School Construction Costs 🏗️💡 Building a new school is an exciting yet challenging venture, and one of the most crucial components of the process is accurately estimating school construction costs. These costs can vary significantly depending on factors like location, design, facilities, and the scope of the project. Here's a breakdown of the key steps and considerations for estimating school construction costs: 📍 Location – The cost of construction can vary greatly depending on the region and local market conditions. 🏫 Design & Facilities – School design, including specialized classrooms (science labs, art rooms), administrative areas, and recreational spaces, will affect the budget. 🔨 Construction Materials & Labor – The choice of materials and local labor costs are major contributors to overall expenses. 💻 Technology Infrastructure – Building a school to accommodate modern IT infrastructure is a crucial investment. 📅 Timeline & Project Management – Accurate time and resource management are essential to avoid delays and unexpected costs. 📊 Contingency Planning – Always include a contingency budget for unforeseen costs or design changes during construction. At GSE, we provide detailed case studies and guidance to help you accurately estimate and manage your school construction costs, ensuring a smooth and cost-effective building process. 👉 Learn more about how to manage school construction costs: https://bit.ly/4cXki6j #SchoolConstruction #EducationInvestment #BuildingSchools #SchoolDesign #SchoolManagement #ConstructionCosts #GSE

Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Malcolm X Elementary School modernization project! This transformation includes a Net Zero Energy design, ensuring the school operates with minimal environmental impact and meeting DCPS’s sustainability goals. The project also features flexible learning spaces, including discovery commons areas, small group rooms, and resource rooms designed to support both collaborative projects and individual instruction. We’re excited to share this glimpse into a project that supports education, sustainability, and the community. DC Department of General Services District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) CGS Architects #SustainabilityInSchools #NetZeroEnergy #CollaborativeLearning

📚 Elevate your lunch break with insights that shape the future of building educational facilities! Schedule a ‘Building High Performance Educational Facilities’ Learn@Lunch bit.ly/3PKp9Pb – no cost, lunch included! Learning Objectives: ✅ Describe high performance schools and the benefits they offer to students, staff, and the community ✅ Identify key considerations in high performance school design ✅ Explain the basic approaches to high performance school design using precast concrete ✅ Discuss topics related to cost control, quality assurance, reduced maintenance, and sustainable design practices #HowPrecastBuilds #PrecastConcrete #Education #EducationFacilities #PrecastConcreteSchools #Durability #ResilientConstruction

An educational collaboration with Maryville, Tenn. school Clayton-Bradley Academy demonstrates that Clayton’s commitment to "Do good" through community outreach extends to the next generation.   “Designing with the Pros” is a semester-long class, now in its fourth year, that gives sophomore through senior high school students an opportunity to explore multiple aspects of home design and construction. The class pairs Clayton team members with students for a deep dive into to the ACE (architecture, construction and engineering) fields.   Read how this engaging educational experience is helping students determine which college and career paths they hope to travel at https://lnkd.in/eQiXwukM

Of the more than 1,000 educational projects completed by DMR Architects, more than 80% can be categorized as reinvestment relationships that have spanned decades, touched most of the districts’ buildings and guided the community through major moments. DMR has supported at least 30 districts through 25 projects each, a window into the role that an architect plays in the process of providing modern, safe and stimulating infrastructure for learning. In addition to choosing a capable designer, choosing the right architectural partner for these projects means choosing a firm that can identify unique funding sources, comprehend pragmatic functions of the building, consider how construction projects will disrupt the existing ecosystem and examine every opportunity for a chance to improve functionality. #NJarchitects