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The reimagined Grand Junction High School offers students new career and technical education opportunities through flexible and transparent learning environments.

(GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado – August 21, 2024) ― Mesa County Valley School District 51 opens the doors to Grand Junction High School, designed by DLR Group. The new school offers students a variety of career-based learning opportunities, providing future-ready career and technical education. An emphasis is also placed on the arts and reflected in the 1,450-seat auditorium, which is the largest performing arts venue between Denver and Salt Lake City.

SAN ANTONIO, Texas (Aug. 8, 2024) – Cotulla Independent School District (ISD), a South Texas district of nearly 1,200 students, recently began construction on renovations to the 1957 high school buildings. Designed by Pfluger Architects, the renovations and additions to the sprawling campus will work around existing buildings to integrate seamlessly into the site plan in two phases, bringing the total campus area to 137,000 square feet (12,300 square feet of renovations). The additions and renovations are to be completed in December 2026.

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. (Aug. 20, 2024) — It’s back to school time and this year a survey got the deets about teens’ handwashing habits, restroom evaluations and whether or not they stay home from school when they’re sick. The Healthy Handwashing Survey™, conducted by Bradley Company, connected with 1,012 high schoolers ages 14 to 18 to gather their insights and opinions.

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Neosho, MO - Marco™ is proud to partner with Worthington Direct and the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation to provide high-quality furniture to underserved STEM programs and students nationwide. This collaboration aims to enhance learning environments, ensuring that students have access to comfortable and functional furniture that supports their educational needs. Richard Davidson, Marco President, says, “Marco is committed to helping kids and fostering learning. Our partnership with Worthington Direct and the Cal Ripken, Sr.

Maitland, FL  – Matern Professional Engineering is proud to announce its involvement in the expansion of The Villages Charter School, a landmark project within The Villages in Central Florida, one of the largest retirement communities in the U.S. This project will include new world-class educational facilities, including a high school, a K-8 school, and an Early Learning Center, aimed at serving the children of residents who work in qualified businesses within The Villages.

Arcadia turns modular benching on its head with its latest collection, Flipside. The inspiration of renowned designer Gemma Bernal, Flipside offers a refreshing take on traditional benches by infusing modern touches with functional – and surprisingly comfortable – design elements.

Drawing upon the concept of minimalism, the series features a slender profile and open metal frame that are at once sophisticated, yet convey a playful energy. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, its inherent craftsmanship is evident throughout, from the tailored stitching to the finely-honed connection points and wood accents.

SOLON, OH, JUNE 26, 2024 — Global flooring manufacturer Tarkett has launched a carpet tile collection inspired by the aesthetic of repurposed materials. The Quiet Edit™ collection is a high-performance solution for open spaces, greeting areas, lobbies, meeting rooms or anywhere that people meet, gather, work or learn. “Reflection often leads toward tranquil transformation—a sense of purpose. As we considered our textile material choices for the future of our environment, we created Quiet Edit with a subtle, simple aesthetic that aims to quiet the senses,” said Omoleye Simmons, vice president of design at Tarkett North America.

June 10, 2024 (Cleveland, Ohio) -- Learning By Design magazine, The Premier Source for Education Design Innovation and Excellence has released it's much anticipated (Summer) June 2024 Edition. Within the compendium readers will find many knowledge based articles from thought leaders from across the North America. In addition to articles derived from professional association partners such as the American Institute of Architects Committee on Architecture for Education (AIA CAE) or from The Association of Learning Environments (A4LE) Learning By Design is proud to present the first class of recipients of The ICON in Education Design Awards.

AUSTIN, Texas (May 16, 2024) – Elgin Independent School District (ISD), a rapidly growing area east of Austin, recently began construction on Trinity Ranch Elementary, which will welcome 850 students in Fall 2025. The school, designed by Pfluger Architects, is the second elementary resulting from a bond passed in 2021. Harvest Ridge Elementary, currently under construction and also designed by Pfluger, will open its doors to students in Fall 2024.

Cleveland, Ohio –April 4, 2024– Learning By Design has published the annual Spring 2024 Educational Facilities Design Awards Showcase. The April 2024 edition features a broad assortment of exemplary PK-12 and post-secondary learning environments. These recently or soon to activated projects include newly constructed entire buildings and or renovated early childhood, elementary school, middle school, high school, specialized education, higher education, and other learning space types.