As with all things, time brings about changes in the way we live and operate. In the realm of education, adaptation and understanding societal changes are essential to the educational experience for both students and staff. This also includes adapting purchasing priorities for your school. We’ll look over some of the significant shifts in education over the past several years and how to consider what to do as school purchaser:
When you need lighting for your building, you’re looking for a cost-effective solution to satisfy your needs. Read how CESA 11 got the best deal on lighting to not have to worry about energy costs or replacing bulbs for years to come.
Your own spaces are telling a story. Do you know what it is? More importantly, who is in control of the narrative?
Every space has potential waiting to be unlocked. To get there, you must first win support from teachers, students, families, and your community. That means crafting a compelling narrative about why space design matters and how it supports kids’ success, then marketing that narrative effectively. You’ll need to tell your story, repeat your story, and unpack your story to make sure it’s the one that sticks.
Sports play a large part in the extracurricular activities of our middle and high school students. Whether they play football, track, baseball, tennis, or any other sport, we want to give them the best tools to enjoy their time on the field or court. The surface they play on significantly contributes to the overall experience for our students. As you think about your student-athletes, consider these critical factors when planning your next sports surface project:
As we become an increasingly urbanized society, the number of green spaces becomes smaller and smaller. A systematic review of studies suggested that “small-scale greenery, including green walls and potted plants, may have beneficial effects on stress reduction.” Having a little greenery could lead to learning experiences and a calmer atmosphere at your school. Today, let’s go through some considerations of how you might implement green spaces at your school and maintain them:
With art class often an overlooked subject in the school curriculum, it can be tough to determine a budget and what’s essential to buy. What purchases can you make that are worthwhile for students to express themselves? Take the following into consideration as you plan purchases for all your projects, whether for a general classroom curriculum, special holiday projects, or any creative assignment:
