Too Hot to Play: LA’s Schoolyard Shade Problem
Key Takeaways: Over 60% of LA County public school campuses have less than 10% tree canopy in outdoor…
October 20Latest in: student well-being
The Case for Daylighting in Schools
Key Takeaways: Daylighting in schools supports circadian health, mood and daytime performance, with researchers recommending at least 250…
September 28
How California Schools Are Building Classrooms Around Self-Regulation
Key Takeaways: California schools are embedding calming corners, quiet nooks and sensory reset spaces into K-12 classrooms to…
July 29
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Every day, over 50 million K–12 students walk into schools across the United States. Within these walls, they develop academic, social, and behavioral skills that will shape the rest of…
May 21
What Can a School Renovation Achieve When Students Come First?
Key Takeaways: Hillel Torah Day School renovated a 60-year-old campus around student experience, improving daylight, circulation, acoustics and…
July 24
Therapeutic Playground Equipment Helps Children Regulate and Engage
Key Takeaways: Therapeutic playground equipment supports sensory integration by delivering vestibular, proprioceptive and tactile input children can self-regulate.…
July 16
Why People-First Classroom Design Matters in Higher Education
Key Takeaways: People-first classroom design prioritizes sight lines, acoustics and accessibility across seminar rooms, active learning classrooms and…
July 16
How Nature-Informed Learning Spaces Support Students
Key Takeaways: Nature-informed learning spaces, including natural light, outdoor views and green spaces, reduce student stress and improve…
July 10
Cleaner Classrooms Start with Summer HVAC Work
Key Takeaways: Summer is the best time for school HVAC maintenance: duct cleaning, filter replacement, ventilation checks and…
July 1
Preventing Challenging Behavior Through Classroom Design
Key Takeaways: Challenging behavior in early childhood is often triggered by environment and routine, including sensory overload, poor…
July 1
Why Custom Outdoor Furniture Is a Smart Investment for Schools
Key Takeaways: Custom outdoor furniture for schools improves campus identity, supports outdoor learning spaces and boosts family confidence…
June 17