/school-facilities-design School Facilities & Design en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Wed, 20 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT /events/webinar/turn-athletic-facilities-into-school-wide-communication-hubs Districts are turning idle scoreboards into revenue streams, student learning opportunities, and community platforms. See how yours can too. Wed, 20 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT /events/webinar/turn-athletic-facilities-into-school-wide-communication-hubs /policy-politics/a-school-wants-a-tornado-shelter-a-federal-grant-keeps-getting-in-the-way/2026/05 The district still can't spend a FEMA grant it was originally awarded in 2022. Fri, 01 May 2026 20:53:14 GMT /policy-politics/a-school-wants-a-tornado-shelter-a-federal-grant-keeps-getting-in-the-way/2026/05 /leadership/their-school-burned-down-then-they-picked-up-their-paintbrushes/2026/04 A group of 15 students in California used art to celebrate and grieve the school they lost to fire. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:01:17 GMT /leadership/their-school-burned-down-then-they-picked-up-their-paintbrushes/2026/04 /leadership/the-4-day-school-week-what-research-shows-about-the-alternative-schedule/2026/04 More schools have shifted to the four-day week. How common is it? Does it save money and attract teachers? Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:15:44 GMT /leadership/the-4-day-school-week-what-research-shows-about-the-alternative-schedule/2026/04 /policy-politics/ed-dept-quietly-ends-an-honor-for-schools-environmental-work/2026/03 Applicants found out when the online portal for award submissions never opened. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:53:23 GMT /policy-politics/ed-dept-quietly-ends-an-honor-for-schools-environmental-work/2026/03 /teaching-learning/opinion-learning-spaces-should-meet-the-needs-of-all-students/2026/01 Better classroom design can help neurodivergent learners thrive, says this letter to the editor. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:00:00 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-learning-spaces-should-meet-the-needs-of-all-students/2026/01 /leadership/a-cold-front-is-sweeping-the-country-can-schools-heating-keep-up/2026/01 A spate of frigid temperatures across much of the country will present a test for schools' aging heating systems. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:00:39 GMT /leadership/a-cold-front-is-sweeping-the-country-can-schools-heating-keep-up/2026/01 /leadership/how-schools-make-swing-spaces-feel-like-home/2025/08 School leaders share tips for managing temporary “swing spaces” during renovations, from early planning to making spaces feel like home. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 22:13:35 GMT /leadership/how-schools-make-swing-spaces-feel-like-home/2025/08 /leadership/another-district-restores-a-confederate-name-to-its-schools/2025/08 The district dropped Robert E. Lee's name from two buildings in 2020. The Lee name will be back for the 2026-27 year. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 22:04:19 GMT /leadership/another-district-restores-a-confederate-name-to-its-schools/2025/08 /katrina-at-20 Katrina at 20: Voices of Two Career Educators Fri, 25 Jul 2025 18:54:13 GMT /katrina-at-20 /leadership/opinion-schools-are-vulnerable-to-climate-disasters-principals-arent-ready/2025/07 When an emergency forces schools to close, school leaders need more than just moral courage. Fri, 25 Jul 2025 18:28:34 GMT /leadership/opinion-schools-are-vulnerable-to-climate-disasters-principals-arent-ready/2025/07 /leadership/how-much-is-climate-change-costing-schools-a-new-effort-seeks-to-find-out/2025/07 The initiative also documents what's known about schools' emissions, how climate disasters eat into learning time, and potential solutions. Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:02:39 GMT /leadership/how-much-is-climate-change-costing-schools-a-new-effort-seeks-to-find-out/2025/07 /leadership/this-custodian-got-students-to-stop-vandalizing-and-take-pride-in-their-school/2025/07 Andy Markus, the 2025 Education Support Professional of the Year, helped boost behavior and engagement in his Utah district. Mon, 07 Jul 2025 19:16:02 GMT /leadership/this-custodian-got-students-to-stop-vandalizing-and-take-pride-in-their-school/2025/07 /teaching-learning/how-school-gardens-can-teach-students-valuable-skills-for-a-tech-heavy-world/2025/07 There are many ways to integrate technology into school gardening experiences. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 20:34:38 GMT /teaching-learning/how-school-gardens-can-teach-students-valuable-skills-for-a-tech-heavy-world/2025/07 /leadership/what-schools-can-do-about-climate-change-right-now/2025/05 A new report details how schools can adapt for climate change in both small and big ways. Fri, 02 May 2025 19:10:44 GMT /leadership/what-schools-can-do-about-climate-change-right-now/2025/05 /policy-politics/states-urge-mcmahon-to-restore-federal-funds-she-canceled-without-notice/2025/04 New York's education department threatened legal action if the federal government doesn't restore pandemic relief funds. Fri, 04 Apr 2025 20:47:29 GMT /policy-politics/states-urge-mcmahon-to-restore-federal-funds-she-canceled-without-notice/2025/04 /leadership/video-how-urban-schools-bring-lessons-to-life-through-gardening/2025/04 School gardens can connect classroom lessons with the wider world while offering lifelong learnings for students. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 19:50:12 GMT /leadership/video-how-urban-schools-bring-lessons-to-life-through-gardening/2025/04 /leadership/tips-for-turning-a-school-garden-into-a-rich-learning-opportunity/2025/04 School gardens boost learning by blending academics with hands-on skills like SEL, finance, and community involvement. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 19:49:37 GMT /leadership/tips-for-turning-a-school-garden-into-a-rich-learning-opportunity/2025/04 /leadership/how-to-grow-a-school-garden-on-a-budget/2025/04 Start a school garden with repurposed materials, community support, and creative learning—indoors or out—on any budget. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 19:49:25 GMT /leadership/how-to-grow-a-school-garden-on-a-budget/2025/04 /policy-politics/how-schools-are-feeling-trumps-spending-cuts/2025/02 Electric school buses and teacher-preparation programs are among the victims of funding cuts. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 21:49:33 GMT /policy-politics/how-schools-are-feeling-trumps-spending-cuts/2025/02 /leadership/opinion-school-modernization-funds-are-in-jeopardy-heres-what-to-do/2025/01 Upgrades to ground-source heat pumps keep students learning in hot weather and rack up energy savings, write two former school leaders. Thu, 30 Jan 2025 18:00:00 GMT /leadership/opinion-school-modernization-funds-are-in-jeopardy-heres-what-to-do/2025/01 /policy-politics/will-trump-cut-climate-funds-for-schools-heres-what-could-happen/2024/12 Tax credits for energy-efficient HVAC systems and electric school buses could go away once Republicans take control of Congress. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:04:00 GMT /policy-politics/will-trump-cut-climate-funds-for-schools-heres-what-could-happen/2024/12 /leadership/3-tips-for-districts-to-maximize-fema-funding-after-a-natural-disaster/2024/12 District leaders who have been through natural disasters stress the need for thorough documentation, even if it seems excessive. Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:30:34 GMT /leadership/3-tips-for-districts-to-maximize-fema-funding-after-a-natural-disaster/2024/12 /leadership/a-small-towns-deep-affection-for-its-new-school/2024/11 A new school in a western Minnesota town of fewer than 800 residents was a full-community project, from start to finish. Tue, 26 Nov 2024 19:41:33 GMT /leadership/a-small-towns-deep-affection-for-its-new-school/2024/11 /leadership/many-schools-have-lead-in-their-drinking-water-what-the-feds-are-doing/2024/10 A new federal rule cracks down on lead pipes in public water systems. But that focus is unlikely to have a limited effect in schools. Tue, 15 Oct 2024 19:59:23 GMT /leadership/many-schools-have-lead-in-their-drinking-water-what-the-feds-are-doing/2024/10 /leadership/opinion-homemade-solutions-to-school-safety-can-be-fire-hazards-heres-what-to-know/2024/10 With the threat of school shootings, it’s natural to guard against intruders. However, this urgency can lead to equally unsafe measures. Wed, 02 Oct 2024 16:38:01 GMT /leadership/opinion-homemade-solutions-to-school-safety-can-be-fire-hazards-heres-what-to-know/2024/10 /leadership/many-classrooms-lack-natural-light-teachers-say-thats-a-problem/2024/09 Natural light is vital to the mental and physical health of students and teachers. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 19:30:00 GMT /leadership/many-classrooms-lack-natural-light-teachers-say-thats-a-problem/2024/09 /policy-politics/billions-of-dollars-for-school-buildings-are-on-the-ballot-this-november/2024/09 Several large districts and the state of California hope to capitalize on interest in the presidential election to pass big bonds. Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:58:31 GMT /policy-politics/billions-of-dollars-for-school-buildings-are-on-the-ballot-this-november/2024/09 /leadership/tour-a-school-built-to-stay-open-in-extreme-weather/2024/09 River Grove Elementary is built to stay open, with the lights on, as extreme weather strikes. Fri, 20 Sep 2024 19:18:22 GMT /leadership/tour-a-school-built-to-stay-open-in-extreme-weather/2024/09