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Current IssueDecember 2010 Editor's FocusLeaders in GreenBy Joe Agron (jagron@asumag.com) For today's schools and universities, the incorporation of green/sustainable concepts in the design, construction, maintenance and operation of facilities is becoming almost as commonplace as the teaching of reading, writing and arithmetic to the lexicon of education.... Cover StoryIn the GreenBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) When spending is tight, the long-term efficiency that green facilities provide can boost schools and universities.... FeaturesCovering all OptionsBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Cost, function, comfort and environmental concerns affect decisions about what flooring to install in an education institution.... Listen and LearnBy Jeffrey Fullerton and Peggy Nelson The updated ANSI classroom acoustics standard remains an important element of classroom design at all levels.... Inside: Recreation/Physical EducationObese Students Tend to Exercise Less, Drink More SodaA study of sixth-graders in Michigan found that obese students consumed more soda and school lunches.... Convenience Stores Near Schools Raise ConcernsHaving a convenience store close to a school may lead to students who are more overweight, a study suggests.... New Foundation Aims to Help Schools Battle Childhood ObesityA newly formed not-for-profit organization will work with schools.... Construction Zone: Upgrade/RetrofitConstruction Zone: Net-Zero-Energy AdditionsNew York School District media center renovations will consume net-zero energy.... Construction Zone: A Beautiful TransformationUniversity of North Texas Music Building, Denton... Construction Zone: Historic RenovationRenovation of Erasmus Hall High School, Brooklyn... Knowledge Center: Fire/Life SafetyWho is Responsible?By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Education institutions must make sure their safety efforts take into account the needs of students with disabilities.... Special Section: School SecurityComputer CrimesBy Jeff Floreno The unfortunate and real threat of cyberbullying, and how education institutions can protect students.... Information EnforcementBy H. Peter Felgentreff When securing data, education institutions can learn from the business sector.... ViewpointGreen Cleaning: Label PowerBy Stephen Ashkin (steveashkin@greencleaningnetwork.org) The move toward ingredient disclosure.... Facility Planning: The Right FitBy James E. Rydeen (jrydeen@atsr.com) Flexibility is key in planning new facilities.... ProfilesReport Decries "Criminalization" of School MisbehaviorA study of discipline methods at public schools in Texas.... EPA Urges Schools to Check Light Fixtures for LeakingThe EPA is recommending schools take steps to reduce potential exposures PCBs.... Institute Says 2 Million Students are Home-SchooledAn estimated 2.04 million students in K-12 were being home-schooled in the United States in Spring 2010.... Web ExclusiveNew Haven Approves Zoning Change for Yale University FacilitiesYale University can move forward with a $600 million plan to build two new residential colleges. ... Sidebar: Heat and HumidityBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) Wood floors can sustain damage from fluctuating humidity levels.... Sidebar: Seven College Campuses Rated Gold for SustainabilityBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) AASHE has given a gold rating to seven higher-education institutions.... Sidebar: Better Building InitiativeBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) The momentum for sustainable design and construction has been building for several years.... Utah School Honored for Walk-to-School ProgramThe National Center for Safe Routes to School has selected Alpine Elementary School in Alpine, Utah, for its 2010 James L. Oberstar Safe Routes to School Award. ... Product SolutionsFebruary 2011 Product SolutionsNew products and case studies from the February 2011 issue.... |
Current IssueToday's School SecurityImproved technology and more effective prevention programs help schools and universities provide safer learning environments. advertisement Most ReadContest
OSRAM SYLVANIA presents the Great Lighting for Education ChallengeOne lucky school will receive a full high-efficiency OCTRONŽ T8 classroom retrofit, including lamps, ballast, controls, fixtures and installation, a value of about $15,000. Learn more! advertisement Spotlight OnNow Accepting Entries: Architectural Portfolio 2012Entry forms due June 11. Click here for more information. 30th Anniversary Special for multi-page entries! 2012 Calendar of Industry EventsFrom SchoolDesigns.com and American School & University. Download it now! AS&U 100American School & University highlights the largest 100 school districts each September. Who's growing and who's slowing? Used Equipment - Buy, Sell, Save!
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