Communication forms the foundation of a safe school environment. With threats ranging from severe weather to active shooters, school leaders, designers, and security consultants face many challenges in creating safe environments that allow children to thrive. Paul Timm, PSP, school security expert and vice president at Facility Engineering Associates, explains the one thing that underpins […]
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Train stations to play leading role in new golden age of rail travel
Train stations that elevate the commuter experience support regional travel return on investment According to NBC News, the United States’ federal infrastructure bill invests in rail travel to the tune of $44 billion over the next 15 years. The undertaking will connect more than 160 new communities to the Amtrak system and modernize transportation for […]
How to pass school construction referendums
Passing a school construction referendum requires a careful balancing act of showing the need, making the right ask, and most importantly, building community support. LaSalle-Peru Township High School District 120 operated a 90-year-old campus that had not received major updates in more than 50 years. The Illinois district needed to modernize its aging facilities, but […]
