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CASE STUDIES--HIGH SCHOOL BUILDINGS
Descriptions, photographs, and floor plans of specific high school facilities projects, compiled by the National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities. 
Cincinnati School for Creative & Performing Arts.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo9bK3PItKU Oct 2009
Presents a short, unannotated, computer-generated tour of the architect’s rendering of the Cincinnati School for Creative & Performing Arts.
Preserving the Rich History of the Blackfeet Nation.
http://www.schoolfacilities.com/_coreModules/content/contentDisplay.aspx?contentID= 3141 Poor, Sharon (SchoolFacilities.com, Orange, CA , Sep 08, 2009)
Profiles Montana's new Browning High School. The facility integrates Blackfeet Indian native culture into every aspect of the design, including the orientation of the main entrance facing the east, and a canopy resembling the shape of a tipi. The Sun, Moon, Big Dipper, Pleiades, and Morning Star are all honored in the buildings orientation and interior design. A circular seating pattern in the classrooms continue the Tribe s tradition of storytelling and creates a more meaningful learning environment, improving curriculum, and teaching methods that support Blackfeet cultural ways in a modern society. 1p.
School of One Design Charette.
http://www.archfoundation.org/aaf/aaf/pdf/School-of-One-Report.pdf (American Architectural Foundation, Washington, DC , May 2009)
Focuses on designing the space for New York City Schools' pilot concept entitled "School of One" which redefines the role of technology in the learning environment. The space has to accommodate asynchronous learning with different students working of varying lessons. In place of classrooms, a series of learning pods, some with fixed and some with movable furnishings were envisioned. 5p.
Educational Facility Stimulus Funding: A Focus on Excellence in Lovell, Wyoming!!!
http://www.schoolfacilities.com/_coreModules/content/contentDisplay.aspx?contentID=3164 Hill, Franklin (Schoolfacilities.com, Orange, CA , Mar 2009)
Briefly profiles the remodeling of Lovell High School, an approach that was chosen over building a new school. This plan enabled the school to begin construction immediately, employing local workers, and creating an exemplary facility in less time and at less cost. 6p.
Fossil Ridge High School, Fort Collins, Colorado.
http://apps1.eere.energy.gov/buildings/publications (U.S. Department of Energy, Washington, DC , Mar 2009)
Explains how this high-performance school was constructed at no extra design or construction cost, the strategies and products used, and the energy savings realized in the completed project. 4p.
Garthwaite Center for Science & Art at the Cambridge school of Weston.
http://construction.com/video/?fr_story=FRdamp330470 (McGraw-Hill, New York, NY, 2009)
Presents a video profile of this private high school building that features a waste wood pellet boiler, composting toilets, and visual access to the systems that enables the building to serve as a teaching tool.
BIM and Sustainable Design: Understanding your Design Decisions. A Case Study of American Canyon High School.
Jabson, Aaron (Quattrocchi Kwok Architects, Santa Rosa, CA , 2009)
Discusses how the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) helped the design firm achieve sustainable features such as placement and daylighting when creating this school. 5p.
Carl Wunsche Sr. High School, Spring, Texas.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfx6lcRbrE0 Oct 2008
Visits Carl Wunsche Senior High School, a career academy in Spring, Texas. This is a visual unnarrated tour showing green plans for spaces used to teach photography, auto repair, pet grooming, food service, and medical technology.
Yes We Can! Designing for Literacy, Numeracy, and Personalized Learning.
http://www.designshare.com/images/YesWeCan_CristoRey_CaseStudy.pdf Fielding, Randy (Designshare, Minneapolis, MN , Jan 2008)
Profiles the Christo Rey Jesuit High School of Minneapolis. Design details that support its collection of 125-student "academies," interdisciplinary learning, and social support spaces are featured in text, photographs, and plans. 5p.
Ashland High School.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrykKM6ngPA (Ashland High School, Ashland, MA, Oct 22, 2007)
Profiles this high performance Massachusetts school, illustrating the photovoltaic array, heat recovery system, outdoor classrooms, recycling, composting, and daylighting.
Belmont: The World's Most Expensive High School. [Video]http://www.fulldisclosure.net/belmont_learning_center_and_LAUSD.htm (Full Disclosure Network, Marina Del Ray, CA, 2007)
This webpage features videos of a series of investigative reports concerning the Los Angeles Unified School District's notorious Belmont High School, sited on a former oil field, halted during construction, partially demolished, and ultimately renamed and completed as "Vista Hermosa High School."
Newton North High School Plan 5a: A Virtual Tour.http://www.wickedlocal.com/newton/multimedia/x236403216 (Wicked Local Newton, Newton, MA, 2007)
Provides a virtual tour of the proposed Newton North High Schook, in advance of a voter referendum on whether or not to fund it. The 399,140-square-foot building was designed by Cambridge architect Graham Gund and is currently estimated to cost $151 million. The video details the design and criticisms of that plan.
Kindergartens, Schools and Playgrounds.
Canizares, Ana; Fajardo, Julio, eds. (Loft Publications, Barcelona, Spain , 2007)
Presents an international collection of recently built school facilities selected for their successful learning environments, promotion of togetherness and the exchange of ideas, and community use. The buildings all attempt to maximize energy savings, natural light, and ventilation. Each example is richly illustrated with plans and photographs. 255p.
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Schools and Kindergartens: A Design Manual.
Dudek, Mark (Birkhaeuser Verlag, Basel, Switzerland , 2007)
Illustrates the specialized field of school design with over 70 case studies from Europe, North America and the Pacific Region. The design of schools according to varying educational theories is explained in the context of varying national and regional approaches. Among the key themes analyzed are aspects such as the impact of modern communication technology, urban integration or internal circulation. Various authors contribute chapters on spatial configurations, acoustics, lighting, sustainability, outdoor spaces, nursery design, and facilities under reconstruction. 255p.
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Designing the Sustainable School.
Ford, Alan (Images Publishing Group, Melbourne, Australia , 2007)
Profiles 45 K-12 Schools from around the world that combine good aesthetics, sustainability, and high performance design. The projects represent a wide range of design solutions, location, and scale, ranging from a three-room schoolhouse in Burkina Faso to a 2500-student high school in California. Plans and photographs accompany each example. 256p.
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Providence, Rhode Island Schools.
http://www.cpeo.org/pubs/ProvidenceSchools.pdf Siegel, Lenny (Center for Public Environmental Oversight, Mountain View, CA , Oct 2006)
Describes two Providence schools built or under construction on brownfield sites, and the remediation measures undertaken that the author feels have been inadequate. 7p.
Case Study: Fossil Ridge High School, Fort Collins, Colorado
http://www.usgbc.org/ShowFile.aspx?DocumentID=2060 (U.S. Green Building Council, 2006)
A project of the Poudre School District, this gives the project background, strategies, and results. 2p.
Denver School of Science & Technology: Sam Miller Interview.
http://www.designshare.com/index.php/articles/dsst/ (Designshare, Minneapolis, MN , 2006)
Presents an interview with one of the designers of this school, in which he describes the facility's inception and creation, as well as how it's spaces were ultimately used by the students and teachers. Advice on creating similar facilities is offered, as well as ideas for developing future learning environments that help create ways for students to learn. 7p.
Old Laundry Turns Charter School.http://howdesignworks.aia.org/casestudy-school.asp (American Institute of Architects, Washington, D.C., 2006)
A team of clients, architects, and a contractor discuss how they worked together to turn an abandoned laundry building into a vibrant new charter high school. The process created a school that feels like home to the students, and helps revitalize their New Jersey community. The different phases of the project are explained using a series of online videos, models of the project, photographs of the before and after, and photographs of the final project.
School of Environmental Studies ("Zoo School"), Apple Valley, MN.
http://www.designshare.com/index.php/case-studies/school-of-environmental-studies/ (DesignShare, Minneapolis, MN , 2006)
Briefly profiles this alternative high school, the result of a partnership between the Minnesota Zoological Gardens and the City of Apple Valley. The environmental science focus of the curriculum is supported by its siting adjacent to the zoo, the buildings numerous sustainable features, and its open floor plan the encourages interdisciplinary investigation. 3p.
Schools Designed for Learning: The Denver School of Science and Technology, Video and Resource Guide.http://www.archfoundation.org/aaf/gsbd/Video.Denver.Intro.htm (American Architectural Foundation, Washington, DC , 2006)
Profiles the innovative design of the Denver School of Science and Technology and how it supports learning. The 17-minute video and accompanying resource guide provide background information, design strategies, and additional resources for viewers, and introduces school design concepts that can help improve student achievement. The text describes concepts of flexible and inspiring learning spaces, community participation in design, a healthy school indoor environment, security through design, thorough technology integration, a building that is part of the learning process, personalized attention in a small school environment, access to the natural environment, and use of the school as a community center. 27p.
Designing School 2.0.
http://www.designshare.com/index.php/articles/science-leadership-academy/ Lehman, Chris (Designshare, Minneapolis, MN , 2006)
Profiles Philadelphia's Science Leadership Academy, featuring observations by the school's founding principal, Chris Lehman. He relates his experiences in planning a school that did not yet exist, and profiles the innovative designs of administrative, cafeteria, presentation, classroom, ans laboratory spaces. Also included is a discussion of what did not work. 12p.
Media and Technology Charter High School.
http://www.designshare.com/index.php/articles Wernick, Laura (Designshare, Minneapolis, MN , 2006)
Profiles this successful Boston high school that includes apartments for the tutors who work there, receiving a stipend and free housing for their work. 2p.
EpiCenter. Headquarters for Artists for Humanity. Demonstrating Low-Cost Sustainable Building Strategies and Integrated Design Process.
http://www.tufts.edu/tie/tci/pdf/AFH.pdf Kollmus, Anja; Neely, Dona; Kambli, Shubhada (Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, Sep 27, 2005)
This LEED-platinum rated arts school for at-risk youth in Boston makes the connection between sustainability and the arts. The three story, 23,500 square foot building is comprised of studios, a large gallery, and offices. This describes the design process, the construction process, site, energy, water, building materials, financial aspects, education and outreach. 32p.
Bozeman High School: A Great School for a Great Community.
(Bozeman High School Facilities Team, Bozeman, MT , May 2005)
Presents the finding of the Bozeman, Montana, facilities team concerning their overcrowded high school. Growth predictions for the district, future facility needs for individual areas of instruction, options of one or two new high schools, various combinations of renovation and new construction, possible grade reconfiguration, results of community meetings and surveys, and several local newspaper articles are included. 193p.
Retrofitting the American High School Campus: Thinking Green at Corcoran.
http://web.archive.org/web/20060923032246 Gordon, Samuel (Master's Thesis, SUNY, Syracuse, NY , May 2005)
Explores the integration of the school curriculum with school grounds through the creation of a new environmental education center with associated outdoor learning areas within the Corcoran High School campus in Syracuse, New York. The project identifies specific precedents and programs and explores the application of these to the Corcoran site. The outcome of the project was the selection of a site for the new environmental education center, the development of program elements for the new center, initial site design explorations for the center, as well as a conceptual look at the future of the Corcoran campus. 70p.
Picturing School Design. A Visual Guide to Secondary School Buildings and Their Surroundings Using the Design Quality Indicator for Schools.
http://www.dqionline.com/downloads/DQI_for_Schools_Brochure.pdf (Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment, London, UK , Jan 2005)
Presents seven British case studies that illustrate solutions to overcoming recurring pitfalls in school design, using the Design Quality Indicator for Schools, which was developed by the DfES in partnership with the Construction Industry Council. The publication illustrates various approaches to key design issues within the school site and building, and share best practices as well as identifying common problem areas. 28p.
The Disney Celebration School-Ten Years of Celebrating the Future.
http://www.schoolfacilities.com/cd_1536.aspx Cohen, Sarah (www.schoolfacilities.com, Orange, CA , 2005)
Reviews strategies that set the Celebration School outside of Orlando, Florida apart and are now being emulated by other systems: small schools within schools, integrated curriculum, personalized learning, offsite learning, and mainstreamed special education. Design examples that correspond to these concepts are provided. Celebration was funded by the Disney Development Corporation. 5p.
Magnet and Specialized Schools of the Future: A Focus on Change.
Merritt, Edwin; Beaudin, James; Cassidy, Charles; Myler, Patricia (Fletcher-Thompson, Inc., Lanham, MD , 2005)
Offers guidance on construction of a new building, addition, or renovation of a magnet or charter school. Twelve exemplary projects are described, followed by guidance on funding, finding a home for the charter school, designing for autistic students, specialized school design, technology, site design and landscape architecture for urban schools, acoustics, indoor air quality, sustainable design, and design-build project delivery. A draft charter school operations plan and 36 references are included. 228p.
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Schools for the Future. Transforming Schools: An Inspirational Guide to Remodelling Secondary Schools.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk/docbank/index.cfm?id=7991 (Department for Education and Skills, London, England , 2004)
Presents recent British school renovation case studies that illustrate the benefits of refurbishing some facilities, and replacing others. Also described is how each school's budget will be set, with guidance on how to make the best use of those funds according to the vision and ethos of the school. Project statistics, floor plans, and photographs are included. 95p.
The High School of the Future: A Focus on Technology.
Merritt, Edwin; Beaudin, James; Sells, Jeffrey (Scarecrow Education, Lanham, MD , 2004)
Offers guidance to ensure that high schools built today serve tomorrow's educational needs, use technological advances to control burgeoning square footages, and accommodate community groups and other after-hours users. It is written for boards of education, school building committees, district superintendents, and other decision-makers. Methods for involving stakeholders in the specifications, design, and project management are detailed. General and curriculum-specific design issues are covered along with conceptual drawings. Indoor air quality, technology, and accessibility considerations are covered in individual chapters. (Includes 11 references.) 151p.
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Concept Plan for Relocation to the Nichols Avenue School.
http://www.21csf.org/csf-home/Documents/TMA/TMA_CP.pdf (The 21st Century School Fund, Washington, DC , Dec 29, 2003)
Presents a conceptual plan for locating a law-related charter high school to a small, historic neighborhood school building. The deficiencies described include lack of administrative, physical education, cafeteria, and assembly spaces, and sufficient classroom space. Site plans illustrate the design remedies and are accompanied by cost estimates. 59p.
New Perth Amboy High School Design Competition: Community Research.
http://web.archive.org/web/20060524060219 Shoshkes, Ellen (New Jersey Schools Construction Corporation, Trenton , Oct 2002)
Presents the report from the research phase of this competition. The report begins with a synopsis of the
state and federal policies that serve as the impetus for the Perth Amboy School District’s Long Range Facility Plan and the framework for the new high school planning study and design competition. The district’s long range facilities plan, a profile of existing conditions district wide and at Perth Amboy high school, and existing educational programs district wide and at the high school are then described. A pictorial overview of the city’s development, situating the current school
construction program and redevelopment initiatives in their historical, current, and future context follows. Includes 154 references and additional resources. 98p.
Myth and Reality: A Study of Excess Space in the District of Columbia Public High Schools. A Case Study of Cardozo and McKinley Technology Senior High Schools.
http://www.21csf.org/csf-home/publications/pubs.asp#myth (21st Century School Fund; Senior High Alliance of Parents, Principals, & Educators, Washington, D.C. , May 2002)
This study involved an in-depth floor space analysis of Cardozo Senior High School, and a review of design plans for a modernized McKinley Tech High School (both in Washington, DC), in order to prompt District of Columbia public schools to develop accurate measurements of useable (i.e., net) floor space, thereby allowing design standards flexible enough to accommodate old and historic schools. Detailed findings from the floor space analyses led to the following recommendations: (1) revise the standard specs to allow greater flexibility so that existing high schools will not face a complete demolition of their interiors at extremely high cost; (2) change the floor space design standard value or eliminate its use altogether; (3) calculate the quantity of net floor space by measuring instructional and administrative space, thereby helping with the determination of enrollment capacities; (4) reexamine the quantity of total existing gross floor space, which is critical to the determination of excess space; and (5) undertake site studies to determine whether structured parking or other improvements are possible to alleviate site constraint problems. (Contains several tables of floor space analysis. Appendices contain floor plans, a list of rooms measured at Cardozo, and a comparison between Cardozo and standard specs of net floor spaces and student capacities.) 43p.
Westinghouse Career Academy.
http://web.archive.org/web/20071124030019 Lackney, Jeffery (University of Wisconsin, Madison , May 2002)
Presents concepts for the renovation or replacement of this Chicago high school, outlining the schools programs, partnership, administration, community involvement, sustainability, and several design options. 33p.
Veteran's Park Educational Campus.
http://www.aia.org/SiteObjects/files/veterans_park_ed_campus.pdf Black, Susan; Everhart, Chad; Johnson, Jessica; Wilson, Mark (American Institute of Architects, Washington, DC , Dec 06, 2001)
Presents a case study of this North Carolina campus that hosts a 1,600-student high school and a 1,000-student middle school, with land remaining for a 600-student elementary school. The two schools are connected to allow for a single HVAC system, with a community-use auditorium as their connector. 26p.
Morphosis: Diamond Ranch High School. Source Books in Architecture No. 1.
(Monacelli Press, Inc., New York, NY , 2001)
This book represents the first installment in a series based on the Herbert Baumer seminars hosted at the Knowlton School of Architecture at Ohio State University. These publications will focus on a single work by a particular architect and on special topics in contemporary architecture. The book opens with an interview with Thom Mayne, principal of the California architecture firm Morphosis. The interview outlines Mayne's working methods and chronicles his development as an architect from his years as a student through the realization of such influential projects as the Crawford House. This is followed by a detailed presentation of a single project, Diamond Ranch High School, outside of Los Angeles. Every crucial architectural decision is illustrated with conceptual sketches, models, renderings, working drawings, and photographs of the project under construction and after completion. 204p.
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Phillips Academy Andover.
Montgomery, Susan; Reed, Roger (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2000)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at Phillips Academy, Andover, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included 132p.
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Century High School: Better Than Accessible. [Videotape](Century High School, Rochester, MN , 1999)
This 6-minute videotape shows ways that one newly built high school (Century High School, Rochester, MN) accommodates the needs of people with disabilities. Various building and room designs are detailed showing both poor and good design provisions. Rooms and amenities detailed include accessibility and usefulness of the auditorium control room, emergency exits, elevators, science labs, and toilets.
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A High School for the 21st Century [Videotape](Shuller, Ferris, Lindstrom + Associates, Architects, Fayetteville, NC , 1998)
A 10-minute videotape digitally describes a North Carolina prototype high school designed to serve as a model for the 21st century schools. Design emphasis is placed on providing an educationally equitable facility that is secure, efficient, and flexible for multiple uses. The two-story building is composed of core academic and learning resource pods that allow for educational clustering and sharing of information and resources of interrelated functions. Pods, cafeteria, performing arts theater, and gymnasium surround a naturally lighted two-story atrium that allows for multiple functions including a commons area.
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A Study of the Architecture and Curriculum of Virginia High Schools.
Worner, Scott Charles (Doctoral Dissertation, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg , Apr 1995)
Provides a written and pictorial history of the architectural and curricular features of Virginia high schools. 284 high school buildings which best represented an architectural period, beginning with the oldest high school building still in use to the most recently constructed schools, were surveyed. Seventeen schools were chosen based on: 1) date of original construction; 2) completeness of original structure; 3) overall rating by the building principal; 4) noteworthy architectural or unique educational features; and 5) subjective comparison of floor plans and photographs. Each building was visited to obtain data relating to curricular emphasis in the design. Each architectural period was researched for significant educational and curricular trends that may have influenced high school design. 251p.
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Five Open Plan High Schools. A Report.
http://archone.tamu.edu/CRS/engine/archive_files/EFL/6000.0504.pdf (Educational Facilities Laboratories, New York, NY , Sep 1973)
Offers examples of five high schools that operate open curriculums in open spaces. Photographs and floor plans illustrate each school's design. The text relates the history of the educational program and community response to open plan schools. A separate section emphasizes the importance of retraining high school teachers in the use of open plan learning facilities and describes a program operated by the District of Columbia Public Schools for training those teachers. 53p.
Profiles of Significant Schools: Hillsdale High School, San Mateo, California.
http://archone.tamu.edu/CRS/engine/archive_files/EFL/6000.1409.pdf Clinchy, Evans (Educational Facilities Laboratories, New York, NY , Jun 1960)
Presents a profile of a high school designed so that its academic spaces are completely adaptable--changes in the program can be quickly reflected in the building through the easy rearrangement of partitions. The profile emphasizes why the school was designed as it was and how it was designed and built. Schematics and photographs are included along with an evaluation of the school. 25p.
Profiles of Significant Schools: A & M Consolidated Senior High School, College Station, Texas.
http://archone.tamu.edu/CRS/engine/archive_files/EFL/6000.0703.pdf Clinchy, Evans (Educational Facilities Laboratories, New York, NY , May 1960)
Profiles a high school designed to provide versatile interior space and provisions for future expansion. Emphasis is placed on why the school was designed as it was; and how it was designed and built. Schematics and photographs are included along with an evaluation of the school in relation to the program for which it was planned. 21p.
Profiles of Significant Schools: Rich Township High School, Olympia Fields Campus, Rich Township, Illinois.
http://archone.tamu.edu/CRS/engine/archive_files/EFL/6000.1416.pdf Clinchy, Evans (Educational Facilities Laboratories, New York, NY , May 1960)
Profiles a high school designed to accommodate the organization of teachers into teams working with student groups of varying sizes--this organization is housed in a compact building with the teaching teams centered in clusters of classrooms. The building is heated in winter and cooled in summer by a heat pump system. The description emphasizes why the school was designed as it was and how it was designed and built. Schematics and photographs are included along with an evaluation of the school in relation to the program for which it was planned. 30p.
Profiles of Significant Schools: Newton South High School, Newton, MA.
Clinchy, Evans (Educational Facilities Laboratories, New York, NY , Feb 1960)
Explores why Newton South was designed as it was and how it was designed and built. Such topics as the community background; reasons for building the new high school; class organization; the unique house plan of the school; the buildings that constitute the school plant; and cost information are discussed.
34p.
Profiles of Significant Schools: North Hagerstown High School, Hagerstown, MD
Clinchy, Evans (Educational Facilities Laboratories, New York, NY , Feb 1960)
Presents a profile for a high school designed to house a closed circuit television system as a basic part of the instructional program. The description of the educational bases of the design emphasizes why the school was designed as it was and how it was designed and built. Schematics and photographs are included along with an evaluation of the school. 27p.
Profiles of Significant Schools: Wayland Senior High School, Wayland, Massachusetts.
http://archone.tamu.edu/CRS/engine/archive_files/EFL/6000.0506.pdf Clinchy, Evans (Educational Facilities Laboratories, New York, NY , Jan 1960)
Profiles a high school designed to accommodate a team teaching approach to education. The description emphasizes why the school was designed as it was and how it was designed and built. Schematics and photographs are included along with an evaluation of the school in relation to the program for which it was planned. 33p.
Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.http://www.architypereview.com/ar_v04_n03_allied-works-booker-t-washington.php Architype Review; v4 n3 ; Jul 2010
Profiles this Dallas, Texas, arts magnet school expansion, adding a modern facility to an historic 1922 high school. A list of project participants, photographs, and plans are included.
Camino Nuevo High School Los Angeles, California.http://www.architypereview.com/ar_v04_n03_daly-genik-camino-school.php Architype Review; v4 n3 ; Jul 2010
Profiles this school on a long and narrow urban site, bounded by four busy streets. The solution was to create the common area on the interior of the building, as an open courtyard between two two-story wings. A list of project participants, photographs, and plans are included.
Gainesville High School, Media Center Addition and Renovations.http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/1007/100728.html Design Cost Data; v54 n4 , p28,31 ; Jul-Aug 2010
Profiles this Florida high school addition, which retained over 75% of the existing walls and columns, and features abundant daylighting. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Green Dot Animo Leadership Charter High School.http://www.architypereview.com/ar_v04_n03_pugh-scarpa-green-dot.php Architype Review; v4 n3 ; Jul 2010
Profiles this Lennox, California, facility. The small site near a freeway was addressed with an inner courtyard design, featuring 650 solar panels. A list of project participants, photographs, and plans are included.
St. Albans School, Marriott Hall.http://www.architypereview.com/ar_v04_n03_som-st-albans-academy.php Architype Review; v4 n3 ; Jul 2010
Profiles this Washington, DC, private school addition, which organizes its previously unplanned campus and ties the school to its historic landscape . A list of project participants, photographs, and plans are included.
11th Annual Showcase of Outstanding Design and Architecture in Education.http://www.educationdesignshowcase.com/ School Planning and Management; v49 n6 , pE1-E36 ; Jun 2010
Recognizes 32 outstanding new and renovated K-12 and higher education facilities. Each entry contains photographs, a text description, and summarized project data. Architect and manufacturer indices complete the supplement.
Energizing Campus Life with a Revitalized Student Hub: Lincoln High School Modernization.http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2010/June_IndividualArticles/CASH_Register_June4.pdf CASH Register; v31 n6 , p12,13 ; Jun 2010
Profiles this school's new athletic facility, which along with a renovated existing facility and cafeteria, create a popular centerpiece and gathering space for the campus.
Strawberry Crest High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/1005/100510.html Design Cost Data; v54 n3 , p10-13 ; May-Jun 2010
Profiles this Florida High School. Sections of the building are arranged in two rows, emulating the agricultural surroundings. The rows of buildings are separated by a space that serves as the main concourse of the facility. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
School and More.
Lemire, Nicolas ASHRAE Journal; v52 n5 , p34-36,38 ; May 2010
Describes construction of Kahnaware Survival School near Montreal. In addition to its function as a school, the building itself serves as a teaching tool, a community gathering place, and a shelter in case of disaster. Since the building is used primarily during cold-weather months, particular attention is given to efficient HVAC.
Brea Olinda High School Grows Up: A Vertical Expansion Turns CHPS.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2010/April_IndividualArticles/CASH_Register_April5.pdf CASH Register; v31 n4 , p8,9 ; Apr 2010
Profiles this California high school addition that provided the latest technology and preserved ocean views.
Going for Gold.
http://www.peterli.com/spm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=2581 School Planning and Management; v49 n4 , p52,54,56 ; Apr 2010
Profiles the Pacific Ridge School in Carlsbad, California, as an example of a school aiming for LEED Gold certification. The building and classroom design, mechanical and electrical systems, landscaping, athletic fields, and site drainage are described. Daylighting and natural ventilation are emphasized, along with outdoor instruction areas.
High Schools.
http://www.learningbydesign.biz/designprojects Learning By Design; n19 , p67-98 ; Spring 2010
Profiles 26 high school facilities cited in the 2010 Learning by Design competition. For each project, a description, list of project participants, costs, and photographs are included.
Out of the Urban Landscape, Inspired Design.
http://www.learningbydesign.biz/designprojects/awards/87.html Learning By Design; n19 , p4,5 ; Spring 2010
Profiles the Washington, DC, School Without Walls. The historic building was thoughtfully restored and connected to a new addition. Gymnasium, auditorium, and food court space is shared with George Washington University, which surrounds the site.
Green School Design.
http://www.peterli.com/spm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=2583 Andary, John School Planning and Management; v49 n4 , p64,66,68 ; Apr 2010
Uses the Michael J. Homer Science and Live Center at Sacred Heart Schools in Atherton, Califonia, as an example of early and high attainment in the LEED certification scheme. The LEED Platinum-rated facility consumes 69 percent less energy and 50 percent less water than a typical school building of similar size. Intensive "green" strategies are described, including energy recovery from appliances, photovoltaics, and evaporative cooling.
Marriott Hall, St. Alban's School.
http://www.architectmagazine.com/education-projects/marriott-hallst-albans-school.aspx Gerfen, Katie Architect; v99 n4 , p63-69 ; Apr 2010
Profiles this modern building set in an historic private school campus, which sought to restore as much as possible the feeling of the original landscape intent. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Cape Henlopen High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/1003/100316.html Design Cost Data; v54 n2 , p16-18 ; Mar-Apr 2010
Profiles this Delaware high school featuring outdoor access from the art, vocational, and agricultural instruction areas. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
The Village High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/1003/100334.html Design Cost Data; v54 n2 , p34,35 ; Mar-Apr 2010
Profiles this Houston private school, featuring abundant daylighting and a rooftop plaza. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Charles H. Shaw Technology and Learning Center.
Gerfen, Katie Architect; v99 n2 ; Feb 2010
Profiles the conversion of an abandoned 1905 power house in Chicago into a charter high school. Extensive photographs and plans illustrate the transformation that left a significant amount of the original industrial fabric in place.
A Modern Facility for Modern Learning.
http://www.buildings.com/Magazine/ArticleDetails/tabid/3413/ArticleID/9355/Default.aspx Piell, Amanda Buildings; v104 n2 , p30-32 ; Feb 2010
Profiles the renovation of Riverside, Illinois' 1917 Riverside Brookfield high School. The phasing, cost breakdown, partial demolition, and more energy efficient outcome are addressed.
Jeremiah E. Burke High School
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/09_Burke_High.asp Architectural Record; v198 n1 , p90-93 ; Jan 2010
Describes an addition to a Boston high school that includes a public library and community center. Project information, plans, and photographs are included.
Murrieta Mesa High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2010/Jan_IndividualArticles/CASH_Register_Jan5.pdf CASH Register; v31 n1 , p10,11 ; Jan 2010
Profiles this new California high school that exceeds the state energy requirements by 29.4%.
Rutt Academic Center.
Design Cost Data; v54 n1 , p34,35 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles this building that integrates classrooms and central offices for the Lancaster Mennonite School System, as well as providing a gateway and security barrier for the campus. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, plans, and photographs are included.
The Tatnall School Performing Arts Center.
Design Cost Data; v54 n1 , p21,22 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles this theatre for a private school with a strong performing arts constituency. Aggressive value engineering reduced the cost from $15 million as originally designed, to the $10 million that was ultimately approved for the project. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, and photographs are included.
Higher Learning.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/portfolio/archives/1001highschool-1.asp Amelar, Sarah Architectural Record; v198 n1 , p56-63 ; Jan 2010
Profiles Los Angeles High School #9, an architecturally distinctive new facility, divided into four acadamies for music, theatre, dance, and visual arts. Project information, plans, and photographs are included, as well as a slide show.
Phoenix Union Bioscience High School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/09_Phoenix_Union.asp Blair, Scott Architectural Record; v198 n1 , p106-109 ; Jan 2010
Profiles this downtown Phoenix bioscience magnet school, which takes advantage of nearby hospitals and biotechnical institutions. Project information, plans, and photographs are included.
Booker T. Washington High School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/09_BookerT_Washington.asp Dillon, David Architectural Record; v198 n1 , p100-103 ; Jan 2010
Profiles this addition to a Dallas performing arts high school that connects to the restored 1922 original structure with generous studios and rehearsal spaces. Project information, plans, and photographs are included.
Outside the Box.
Glitsch, Val Texas Architect; v60 n1 , p44-47 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles a new science wing at a Dallas private school, describing the design, LEED features, and funding. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Washington Technology Magnet Middle School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/09_Washington_Technology.asp Hudson, Christopher Architectural Record; v198 n1 , p110-112 ; Jan 2010
Profiles this St. Paul school fitted into an historic 1924 neighborhood school. The delicate renovation are described, and project information, plans, and photographs are included.
Teaching Moment.
McGuire, Virginia The Architect's Newspaper; v7 n19 , p18 ; Nov 18, 2009
Profiles the Germantown Friends School's new science center, a highly sustainable building employing photovoltaics, fresh air ventilation, geothermal heating and cooling, a vegetative roof, sustainable building materials throughout, and exposed building systems.
Monkseaton High School.
http://www.newsguardian.co.uk/latest-news/New-multimillion-pound-school-is.5807383.jp News Guardian; Nov 09, 2009
Profiles this new British high school that combines cost-effectiveness with student-led design and extremely high levels of innovation. Its distinctive oval and aerodynamic shape means it needs less energy to heat or cool and its orientation was specifically planned to maximize daylight but minimize over-heating. The multi-layered, open-plan interior of the building has also been constructed to maximize natural daylight. Its domed roof places an emphasis on allowing natural light into the building, and very few ceilings have been installed between its three floors. The design avoids the use of square classrooms, and incorporates triangular teaching spaces to create a 360 degree teaching environment which enables the teacher to be the focus of the students, wherever they are in the room. Sustainability features include thermal solar panels for hot water and a natural air ventilation system which uses 'wind catchers' incorporated into the school's roof.
High Schools.
http://www.schooldesigns.com American School and University; v82 n3 , p68-78,80-104 ; Nov 2009
Profiles 28 outstanding high schools, awarded for their adherence to the stated goal of the facility, their ability to enhance learning, functionality, and sustainability. Project information and photographs are included. (The URL for this citation links to the searchable database of American School and University Magazine s school design awards.)
Experiment Yields Results for Academy.
http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/455402a3 Wasserman, Sue School Construction News; v15 n7 , p12 ; Nov-Dec 2009
Profiles the Military Magnet Academy of Charleston, South Carolina. The creation of this military-style public school, its program, and its facility are described. The new middle/high school for at-risk students emulates the architecture of the Citadel.
Abraham Lincoln High School: New Improvements Revitalize a San Francisco Campus.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2009/Oct09/CASH_Register_Oct4.pdf CASH Register; v30 n10 , p8,9 ; Oct 2009
Profiles this San Francisco School, which encompasses a new structure alongside the renovated 1939 landmark. Extensive daylighting, natural ventilation, and radiant hot water heating earned a Collaborative for High Performance Schools Superior Energy Performance rating.
Bridging Institutions of Learning-Building Partnerships.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2008/August09Final.pdf Kelly, Vinceena; Wurst, Jim CASH Register; v29 n8 , p10,11 ; Sep 2009
Describes the partnership between California State Polytechnic University, California State University Los Angeles , and the Los Angeles County Office of Education to create a seamless high school to college experience by hosting innovative grade 9-12 programs on their campuses.
2009 Impact on Learning Awards.
http://www.educationdesignshowcase.com/ School Planning and Management; v48 n8 ; Aug 2009
Profiles eight schools cited in this annual awards program. The schools were selected according to their reflection of the challenge presented, functionality, flexibility and convertability, innovation, and enhancement of learning.
Gold, Silver, and Bronze Citations.
http://www.schooldesigns.com/ProjectSearch.asp American School and University; v81 n13 , p20-34,36-44 ; Aug 2009
Profiles 17 gold, silver, and bronze citation winners in the 2009 American School and University Magazine Education Interiors Showcase. The projects were chosen for their ability to integrate current and future technology, innovative use of materials, life-cycle cost versus first cost, timelessness, safety and security, clarity of design concept, and accommodation of an enhanced educational mission. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of each project.
LAUSD's High School for the Visual and Performing Arts Prepares to Open Its doors
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2009/Aug09 CASH Register; v30 n8 , p13,14 ; Aug 2009
Profiles this much-anticipated magnet school that will draw from the entire district, but will be primarily populated with students from the surrounding underserved urban neighborhood. Extensive availability of the facility to the community is emphasized.
Main Winners.
http://www.schooldesigns.com/ProjectSearch.asp American School and University; v81 n13 , p14,16-19 ; Aug 2009
Profiles the two main winners in the 2009 American School and University Magazine Education Interiors competition. The Phelps Architecture, Construction and Engineering High School and the Harre Union at Valparaiso University were chosen for their ability to integrate current and future technology, innovative use of materials, life-cycle cost versus first cost, timelessness, safety and security, clarity of design concept, and accommodation of an enhanced educational mission. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of each project.
Brunswick Upper School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/k-12/09_Brunswick/default.asp Architectural Record; Jul 2009
Profiles this Connecticut private school addition and remodeling. The architects unified the campus by linking the disjunctive buildings with a two-story glass walkway, creating a continuous means of circulation between the campus buildings. Project information, plans, and photographs are included.
Case Study: Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School.
Doors and Hardware; v73 n7 , p10-12 ; Jul 2009
Profiles this Massachusetts high school that features ample daylighting, a sophisticated theatre, community use, significant water and energy use reduction, and superior indoor air quality.
River City High School: Joint Use Creates Community Ties.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2009/July09/RiverCityHighSchool.pdf CASH Register; v30 n7 , p12,16 ; Jul 2009
Profiles this West Sacramento school whose recreation center is the largest joint-use facility in the city, offering extensive amenities and operated by the city.
The Brooks School, New Science Center.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/k-12/09_brooks/default.asp Architectural Record; Jul 2009
Profiles this Massachusetts private school's new science center. The L-shaped building connects via a glazed entryway to an existing academic building to create a learning center that exemplifies sustainability. Project information, plans, and photographs are included.
Windrush School Classroom Addition.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/k-12/09_Windrush/default.asp Architectural Record; Jul 2009
Profiles this new California private school facility. Naturally ventilated and cooled classrooms take advantage of the waterfront location. Radiant floor heating, photovoltaic panels, highly insulated concrete forms, interior insulation composed of recycled blue jeans, cradle-to-cradle window roller shades, and low-VOC interiors were incorporated as part of the schools efforts to obtain LEED platinum certification. Project information, plans, and photographs are included.
The Wheeler School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/k-12 Lentz, LInda Architectural Record; v197 n7 , p92-95 ; Jul 2009
Profiles this Providence private school's new student center, which greets visitors with its updated signage and soft colorations that morph from green to blue to gray depending on the atmosphere and time of day. Project information, plans, and photographs are included.
Under the Lights: Athletic Facilities Take Center Stage in Establishing School Identities.
Perry, Amy School Construction News; v12 n5 , p14-17 ; Jul-Aug 2009
Profiles athletic facilities at two universities and one high school. The new arena at Missouri State University features a dedicated student seating section and concourse, the University of Arizona facility features expanded and consolidated practice facilities for all indoor sports, and the Union City, New Jersey, high school football field was built on the roof of a new high school.
Building Blueprints: Medical/Health Services.
Wadly, Bill School Planning and Management; v48 n7 , p40,41 ; Jul 2009
Profiles Houston’s Carl Wunsche High School, which specializes in training students for healthcare professions. The planning process and design are discussed.
American Canyon High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2009/June09 CASH Register; v30 n6 , p10,12 ; Jun 2009
Profiles this new California school, the first in the state to be verified by the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS).
Tenth Annual Showcase of Outstanding Design and Architecture in Education.
http://www.educationdesignshowcase.com/ School Planning and Management; v48 n6 , pE1-E56 ; Jun 2009
Recognizes 44 outstanding new and renovated K-12 and higher education facilities. Each entry contains photographs, a text description, and summarized project data. Architect and manufacturer indices complete the supplement.
BIM School, Green School.
Yoders, Jeff Building Design and Construction; v50 n6 , p40-44,46,48,50,51 ; Jun 2009
Profiles the design and construction of California's American Canyon High School. The 260,000 square foot campus houses four smaller learning communities of 500-550 students, is CHPS verified, and includes sophisticated photovoltaic and geothermal systems. Building information modeling (BIM) impacted the design in a variety of ways, especially in enabling near 100% daylighting of classrooms.
Dublin High School Looks to the Future with its Campus-Wide Master Plan.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2009/May09/MayFinal09.pdf CASH Register; v30 n5 , p14,15 ; May 2009
Reviews this California district's multi-year, multi-phase plan to increase the size and program of its high school without increasing its footprint or building a second high school.
Salem Hills High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0905/090540.html Design Cost Data; v53 n3 , p40,41 ; May 2009
Profiles this Utah high school, which is a prototype for another high school to be built in the same district. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Francis Parker School.
http://www.architectmagazine.com/industry-news.asp?sectionID=1006&articleID=965721 Brown, Bay Architect; v98 n5 , p69-75 ; May 2009
Profiles this new San Diego middle and upper school campus, with classroom connected by outdoor arcades, and windows that capture natural ventilation. Includes plans, photographs, and a list of project participants.
La Mirada High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2009/Apr09/AprilFinal.pdf CASH Register; v30 n4 , p12,13 ; Apr 2009
Profiles this California high school expansion that features four geometric structures connected by breezeways with planter seating to encourage socialization.
Grow up, not out, with Green Design.
Gilmore, David School Planning and Management; v48 n4 , p22-24,26,27 ; Apr 2009
Presents lessons learned in the creation of the CHPS-certified Brea Olinda High School in Orange County, California. These include designing the school like a custom home, hiring a good design team and trusting them, and looking for efficiency in every category of the building.
Lake Superior's Remedy.
http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/ashrae/hpb_2009spring/#/0 Williams, David High Performing Buildings; , p6-17 ; Spring 2009
Profiles Minnesota's Two Harbors High School, a high performance school featuring native plants that require no irrigation, bicycle path connections to the town and other recreational areas, high-efficiency HVAC systems, and extensive heat recovery strategies.
Edward R. Roybal Learning Center Serves as Example of Design Innovation.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2009/Mar09/EVersion/MarchFinal.pdf CASH Register; v30 n3 , p16,17 ; Mar 2009
Profiles this large Los Angeles high school that was built on the site where construction of a replacement for Belmont High School was halted in 1999 due to methane seepage and an earthquake fault line running through the site. The new facility addresses the geological concerns, retains some of the original construction, and offers a library and auditorium for community use.
Restore, Renovate, or Rebuild?
http://www.peterli.com/spm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=2152 Schmidt, Edwin; Heckendorn, Matthew; Eddy, Timothy; Havens, Kevin; School Planning and Management; v48 n3 , p28-30,32-35 ; Mar 2009
Profiles three historic schools that were renovated into effective modern learning environments, as well as one classroom annex that was created in an early 20th-century industrial building.
Centerville High School Auditorium.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0901/090120.html Design Cost Data; v53 n1 , p20,21 ; Jan-Feb 2009
Profiles this Centervile, Ohio, facility that provides a 1200-seat auditorium for both school and community use, equipped with a professional orchestra pit, sound, lighting, and audio/video recording capabilities. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Citations of Excellence Awards 2009: Creative Buildings Contribute to the Learning Experience.
Learning By Design; n18 , p6-10 ; 2009
Briefly profiles 14 school facilities and their respective design firms, cited in the 2009 Learning by Design competition as being thoughtful, compact, and regionally inspired.
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Grand Prize Award 2009: Stellar Spaces Support Enhanced Learning.
Learning By Design; n18 , p4,5 ; 2009
Profiles the Bioscience High School of Phoenix, grand prize winner in the 2009 Learning by Design competition. The facility offers small learning communities, individual student workspaces supported by adjacent laboratories, a three-story common area, and a variety of sustainable features.
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High Schools.
Learning By Design; n18 , p100-133 ; 2009
Profiles 32 high school facilities cited in the 2009 Learning by Design competition. For each project, a description, list of project participants, costs, and photographs are included.
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Honorable Mention Awards 2009: Excellence through Adaptation.
Learning By Design; n18 , p11-13 ; 2009
Briefly profiles six school facilities and their respective design firms, cited in the 2009 Learning by Design competition as being flexible and student oriented, as well as containing significant sustainability features.
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New Residence Hall, Suffield Academy.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0901/090136.html Design Cost Data; v53 n1 , p36,37 ; Jan-Feb 2009
Profiles this Suffield, Connecticut, facility at a boarding school. The accommodations consists of double student bedrooms, two apartments for faculty, and a campus health center. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Portfolio: 2008 TASA/TASB Awards.
Texas Architect; v59 n1 , p69,71,72 ; Jan 2009
Presents the three winners of the Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards (TASA/TASB) school architecture competition. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Washington High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0901/090116.html Design Cost Data; v53 n1 , p16,17 ; Jan-Feb 2009
Profiles this Charles Town, West Virginia facility organize into "schools within schools." A television studio, forensics laboratory, and print technology laboratory are included, and open to community use. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Diploma Design.
Abbott, Jane; William, Nick; Hopkins, Sarah; Bragg, Valeri 21 Century Schools; v4 n1 , p40-45 ; 2009
Describes several British schools and how they accommodate general education, vocational trainint, and education for life skills.
College Prep.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/08_Betty_Fairfax.asp Bowen, Ted Architectural Record; Supplement , p52-55 ; Jan 2009
Profiles Phoenix, Arizona's Betty H. Fairfax High School. The 2000 student school is organized into three smaller learning communities, housed in separate buildings. These, along with additional buildings for performing arts, food service, and physical education form a six-building campus with a college feel. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants are included.
Educational Facility Stimulus Funding: A Focus on Excellence in Lovell, Wyoming.
Hill, Franklin Educational Facility Planner; v44 n1 , p25-28 ; 2009
Uses the case of the renovation of Wyoming's Lovell High School to illustrate a cost-effective re-use of a building that already had generous, though not up-to-date, spaces. The planning process and construction management scheme are highlighted.
Creative Community.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/08_Regional_Center_Arts.asp Howard, Sebastian Architectural Record; Supplement , p48-51 ; Jan 2009
Profiles Trumbull, Connecticut's Regional Center for the Arts magnet high school, illustrating how joined classroom pods create a plan that encourages socialization, but acoustically isolates the departments from each other. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants are included.
A Resonant Ensemble.
Winters, Willis Texas Architect; v59 n1 , p40-45 ; Jan-Feb 2009
Profiles the renovation of and addition to Dallas's Booker T. Washington High School for the Visual and Performing Arts. The restored 1922 high school was enlarged with modern suites that accommodate the arts curriculum, as well as providing science and computer laboratories, a library, and student commons. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Classroom and Multipurpose Building, Loften High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0811/081142.html Design Cost Data; v52 n6 , p42,43 ; Nov-Dec 2008
Profiles this LEED Silver high school in Gainesville, Florida. The building replaces a conglomeration of disorganized structures and portables. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Dougherty Valley High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2008/NovDecFinal.pdf CASH Register; v29 n11 , p14,15 ; Nov-Dec 2008
Profiles this new California school that was largely financed by the developers of the surrounding community. Sophisticated performing arts and athletic facilities are featured.
High Schools.
http://www.schooldesigns.com American School and University; v81 n3 , p94-131 ; Nov 2008
Profiles 34 outstanding new or renovated high schools, selected for their contribution to the educational program, adaptability, design, technology accommodation, sustainability, and maintainability. Project information and photographs are included. (The URL for this citation links to the searchable database of American School and University Magazine's school design awards.)
Renovation/Modernization
http://www.schooldesigns.com American School and University; v81 n3 , p268-29 ; Nov 2008
Profiles 26 outstanding educational facility renovations, selected for their contribution to the educational program, adaptability, design, technology accommodation, sustainability, and maintainability. Project information and photographs are included. (The URL for this citation links to the searchable database of American School and University Magazine's school design awards.)
Staley High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0811/081140.html Design Cost Data; v52 n6 , p40,41 ; Nov-Dec 2008
Profiles this Kansas City, Missouri, facility that earned LEED Silver certification largely through its retention and expansion of wetlands on the site, daylighting, locally sourced sustainable materials, and a geothermal HVAC system. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Logan Performing Arts Center.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2008/OctoberFinal.pdf CASH Register; v29 n10 , p15,16 ; Oct 2008
Profiles the addition of a performing arts center and classroom addition to the James Logan High School in Union City, California. The modern design an sustainability features are highlighted.
Lakeside High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0809/080930.html Design Cost Data; v52 n5 , p30,31 ; Sep-Oct 2008
Profiles this Ashtabula, Ohio, school that can accommodate four independent "houses," and also functions as a center for community arts, athletic, and library functions. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Lycoming Career and Technology Center.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0809/080950.html Design Cost Data; v52 n5 , p50,51 ; Sep-Oct 2008
Profiles this Hughesville, Pennsylvania, career and technology education facility offering automotive, food service, health occupations training, as well as general classrooms. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Facilitating Creativity.
http://www.modernsteel.com/Uploads/Issues/September_2008 Tsang, Terry; Gidcumb, Gary Modern Steel Construction; v48 n9 , p36-39 ; Sep 2008
Profiles Los Angeles' High School for the Visual and Performing Arts, with particular attention to its signature tower, which is part of the school's theatre.
St. Agnes Academy Center for the Sciences and Student Services.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0807/080728.html Design Cost Data; v52 n4 , p29,29 ; Jul-Aug 2008
Profiles this college preparatory school facility that houses student services, conference facilities, and science instruction laboratory/lecture rooms. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, floor plans, and photographs are included.
Access for All.
http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/Media/PublicationsIssue/SCNMJ08.pdf School Construction News; v11 n4 , p18,19 ; May 2008
Profiles Greenville County (South Carolina) Schools' J.L. Mann High School, a magnet math and science facility that can accommodate the districts entire special needs student population. The design, construction, and special features of the school are discussed, emphasizing spaces and furnishings dedicated to the needs of special students and the teaching of single-gender classes in the future.
James C. Enochs High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2008/MayFinal.pdf CASH Register; v29 n5 , p14 ; May 2008
Profiles this 2,500-student Modesto, California high school that exceeds energy efficiency requirements by 17%. Daylighting, sun shading, and an innovative HVAC system are cited, and the open layout that enhances views and encourages socialization is described.
Eastside High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2008/AprilFinal.pdf CASH Register; v29 n4 , p10,11 ; Apr 2008
Profiles this high school designed to accommodate 3,500 students. Flexible classrooms and sustainability elements are described, as are complications that accompanied the bidding process for such a large facility.
Model Behavior.
http://www.peterli.com/spm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1780 Hoffman, Paul School Planning and Management; v47 n4 , p54,56,58,60,32 ; Apr 2008
Profiles Wisconsin's Northland Pines High School, a LEED Gold-certified facility, discussing the coalition of school, community, and designers that created it, and the influence of its sustainability features on the community.
Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0803/080338.html Design Cost Data; v52 n2 , p38,39 ; Mar-Apr 2008
Profiles this facility housing an alternative high school, career/technical center, and adult instructional programs. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, floor plans, and photographs are included.
St. Raphael Academy Alumni Hall Athletic and Wellness Center.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0803/080323.html Design Cost Data; v52 n2 , p23,24 ; Mar-Apr 2008
Profiles this private secondary school athletic center, which accommodates competitive athletics as well as programs for those who are athletically challenged. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, and photographs are included.
Presidential Treatment.
http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/Media/PublicationsIssue/SCNMA08.pdf Mason, Craig School Construction News; v11 n2 , p22-24 ; Mar-Apr 2008
Profiles the renovation of Tacoma's Lincoln High School, a landmark 1913 structure that was thoughtfully renovated along with a recreation and restoration of significant architectural features.
America's Choice High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2008/JanFinal.pdf CASH Register; v29 n1 , p15,16 ; Jan 2008
Profiles this 500-student Sacramento high school financed by a collaborative lease-leaseback arrangement.
Cleveland High School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/071213-SCH_CLE-1.asp Architectural Record; , p56-59 ; Jan 2008
Reviews a design charrette for this St. Louis historic landmark. A plan for conversion of the facility into small learning communities was the outcome.
High Schools.
Learning By Design; n17 , p108-157 ; 2008
Profiles 42 secondary school facilities cited in this competition. For each project, a description, list of project participants, costs, and photographs are included.
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Jefferson High School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/071213-SCH_TJO-1.asp Architectural Record; , p48-51 ; Jan 2008
Reviews a design charrette for this Portland, Oregon, high school. The once handsome facility is now reduced to a utilitarian maze, which the charrette suggested be replaced by four academies surrounding a mall.
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/071213-SCH_TJV-1.asp Architectural Record; , p52-55 ; Jan 2008
Reviews a design charrette for this Fairfax County, Virginia, high school hosting one of the nation's premier college preparatory programs. Attention to an already-established budget resulted in a design that demolishes only the center of the building, replacing it with a open core that promotes social learning.
Building Green for Better Education.
Hoffman, Paul Educational Facility Planner; v42 n4 , p17-19 ; 2008
Discusses the positive impact of sustainable school building features on learning, attitudes, staff morale, and attendance, illustrated with a profile of Wisconsin s LEED Gold certified North Pines High School.
A Second Chance School in Hungary.
http://www.oecd.org/dataoecd/3/55/41533212.pdf Limbacher, Laszlo PEB Exchange; 2008/13 ; 2008
Profiles the informal, flexible environment of Budapest’s Belvarosi Tanoda, a school for students from difficult backgrounds who have typically dropped out of traditional schools.
Building as Teaching Tool.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/071213-SCH_FOS.asp Novitski, B. Architectural Record; , p90-93 ; Jan 2008
Profiles Fossil Ridge High School in Fort Collins, Colorado. The 1,800-student school is divided into three semi-autonomous institutions of 600 students each, and architectural energy-saving features are incorporated into the curriculum. A list of project participants, photographs, and plans are included
Mixing Generations: New High School Enriches Senior/Student Life.
Poinelli, Philip Educational Facility Planner; v43 n1 , p21-23 ; 2008
Profiles the Massachusetts' new Swampscott High School, which incorporated a new senior center on its ground floor. The planning considerations, consensus-building, funding, outcomes and benefits, and lessons learned are discussed.
High Performance Environment for the Future.
Porta, Matthew Educational Facility Planner; v42 n4 , p20,21 ; 2008
Profiles the high performance feature's of Denver's Valor Christian High School, which was designed and built in only 21 months.
A Community Campus.
http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/Media/PublicationsIssue/SCNJF08.pdf Wasserman, Sue School Construction News; v11 n1 , p21,22 ; Jan 2008
Profiles the Lawrence, Massachusetts, high school, built under controversy and consisting of six separate thematic schools organized thematically, rather than by grade.
2007 Architectural Portfolio: High Schools.
http://www.schooldesigns.com American School and University; v80 n3 , p102-138 ; Nov 2007
Profiles 32 outstanding new high school facilities selected for their innovation, sustainability, security, aesthetics, and life-cycle costs. Project information and photographs are included. (The URL for this citation links to the searchable database of American School and University Magazine's school design awards.)
2007 Architectural Portfolio: Main Winners.
http://www.schooldesigns.com American School and University; v80 n3 , p14,16-19 ; Nov 2007
Profiles the two main winners in this competition, Corvallis High School and The Kaleidoscope Center for the Performing Arts at Pennsylvania's Ursinus College. These projects were selected for their innovation, sustainability, security, aesthetics, and life-cycle costs. Project information and photographs are included. (The URL for this citation links to the searchable database of American School and University Magazine's school design awards.)
Form Follows Function.
Copeland, James School Planning and Management; v46 n11 , pS12-S15 ; Nov 2007
Profiles basic security design features for high schools, illustrated with the new T.C. Williams High School in Alexandria, Virginia. These include creating small "academies" within the larger school and abundant daylighting.
State-of-the-Art High School Gets an A+.
Hoffman, Paul Facility Management Journal; v17 n6 , p66-68 ; Nov-Dec 2007
Profiles Northland Pines High School in Eagle River, Wisconsin. The school is the first LEED certified school in the state, and the first LEED Gold certified public high school in the United States. A variety of design, construction, and materials details that helped earn the LEED status are included.
North Dakota High School Champions Education, Environment Over Aesthetics.
http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/ME2/Audiences Perry, Amy School Construction News; v10 n7 , p18-20 ; Nov-Dec 2007
Profiles Turtle Mountain Community High School, a Chippewa Indian reservation facility that maintains a very low profile, "blank" design into which the occupants intend to incorporate the tribe's iconic program. Challenges of meeting the LEED Silver standard in a remote area near Canada are also discussed, and a list of suppliers is included.
Ronald E. McNair High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2007/October%20Final.pdf CASH Register; v28 n10 , p14,15 ; Oct 2007
Profiles this large Stockton, California high school that consists of five buildings in a campus setting. The physical education building and athletic fields are shared with the community, as will be a future public library on the site. The classroom clusters, culinary arts complex, multipurpose building, performing arts center, and physical education complex are described individually.
Schooling Sustainably.
http://www.canadianarchitect.com/issues/ISarticle.asp?id=192409&story_id=565071457 45&issue=10012007&PC= Theodore, David Canadian Architect; v52 n10 , p19-22 ; Oct 2007
Profiles a new combination gymnasium/cafeteria/theatre at the College Notre-Dame de Lourdes in Longueuil, Quebec. The suburban facility displays urban sensibilities, maximizing space, respect for the surrounding scale, and attention to the environment.
Arthur A. Benjamin Health Professions High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2007/AugustFinal.pdf CASH Register; v28 n8 , p8,9 ; Aug 2007
Profiles this 500-student Sacramento high school that shares a garden with an adjacent elementary school and its classrooms with community college classes at night.
Main Winners.
http://www.schooldesigns.com/Interiors_Showcase.html American School and University; v79 n13 , p14,16-19 ; Aug 2007
Profiles the two main winners in American School and University Magazine's Educational Interiors Showcase. St. Louis' Maplewood Richmond Heights High School and Middlebury College's new library were selected for their high performance principles, innovation, functionality, contextual relationship, humanism, and building quality. Photographs and building statistics accompany a brief description of each project.
From Warehouse to Schoolhouse.
http://www.modernsteel.com/Uploads/Issues/July_2007/30767_bathgate_web.pdf Heaphy, Charles Modern Steel Construction; v47 n7 , p36-40 ; Jul 2007
Profiles New York City's Bathgate Education Complex, a warehouse space converted into three high schools. The article focuses on how the one-story structure was reinforced with exposed structural steel to support a second floor.
Camino Nuevo High School, Los Angeles, California.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/07_CNCAHigh/default.asp Lubell, Sam Architectural Record; v195 n7 , p130-135 ; Jul 2007
Profiles this school built on a peculiar site that was essentially a traffic island bounded by four busy streets. The solution was to create the common area on the interior of the building, as an open courtyard between two two-story wings. Building statistics, a list of project participants, photographs, and plans are included.
L.A. County Schools Embracing Density: Panorama High School Stacks Four Levels Around a Quad.
http://www.aia.org/aiarchitect/thisweek07/0622/0622d_wwcot.cfm Livingston, Heather AIArchitect; v14 ; Jun 22, 2007
Profiles this four-storey, 2,100-student high school designed to work on an urban site half as large as is typically indicated for a school of that size.
Central York High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0705/070540.html Design Cost Data; v51 n3 , p40,42 ; May-Jun 2007
Profiles this high school in York, Pennsylvania, with arts and recreation facilities for community use. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, floor plans, and photographs are included.
The "Greening" of Whitmore Lake High School.
School Planning and Management; v46 n4 , pG42-G44 ; Apr 2007
Profiles the planning and design of this Michigan high school, representing a collaboration of district staff, community members, and the design and construction professionals. Site design, relocation of an historic farmhouse, stormwater management, and a geothermal system are highlighted.
Education Makeover.
http://www.newyork.construction.com/features/archive/2007/04_feature1E.asp Parsons, Jim New York Construction; Apr 2007
Profiles the new facility for the Daylight Twilight School in Trenton, New Jersey. The innovative school teaches school age children by day, and adult high school dropouts by night. The new facility also includes space for the local community college, public library, and a YMCA. A list of project participants is included.
Much-Needed High School Built on Navajo Reservation in Eight Months.
http://www.peterli.com/archive/spm/1347.shtm Walley, Catherine School Planning and Management; v46 n4 , p30,32 ; Apr 2007
Reviews the creation of this Arizona reservation school, featuring culturally significant design elements derived from trips through the surrounding landscape, and then incorporated into a cost-saving modular construction.
Mountain Range High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0703/070330.html Design Cost Data; v51 n2 , p30,32 ; Mar-Apr 2007
Profiles this Colorado low-energy use school that boasts an 80% reduction in potable water consumption by irrigating with reclaimed water provided by the city. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, floor plans, and photographs are included.
High Tech High.
http://www.edutopia.org Edwards, Own Edutopia; v3 n2 , p30-33 ; Mar 2007
Profiles Los Angeles' High-Tech High, a new charter school that shares a campus with an existing public high school that was renovated as part of the building project.
Signs and Symbols.
Fisher, Thomas Architecture Minnesota; v33 n2 , p36-39,66 ; Mar-Apr 2007
Profiles the St. Croix Lutheran School Chapel in St. Paul, Minnesota. The striking design is clad inside and out with copper. Plans, photographs, and a list of project participants are included.
Light Box.
Koski, Phillip Architecture Minnesota; v33 n2 , p48-51,71 ; Mar-Apr 2007
Profiles an addition to Golden Valley, Minnesota's, Breck School. Abundant glazing helps illuminate a minimal palette of wood, etched metal, and stone. Plans, photographs, and a list of project participants are included.
A New High School, Natrona County School District, Natrona County, Wyoming.
Architectural Record; Supplement , p74,75 ; Jan 2007
Presents the design of this new high school, which abandons halls in favor of a central courtyard populated with diverse "in between" spaces for gathering or independent research.
Central High School, Carroll County Schools, Carroll County, Georgia.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/0701_CH4_georgia.asp Architectural Record; Supplement , p76-79 ; Jan 2007
Presents the design of this high school which accommodates phased demolition and replacement of the existing building.
Grand Prize Award.
Learning By Design; n16 , p4,5 ; 2007
Describes Detroit's Cass Technical High School, Grand Prize winner in this competition. The seven-story urban school was selected for the effective manner in which collaboration is promoted between teachers and students in the school's seven "curriculum pathways."
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High Schools.
Learning By Design; n16 , p99-140 ; 2007
Describes the award-winning designs of 36 high schools, including the educational context and design goals. Lists of project participants, costs, specifications, and photographs are included.
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School of Entrepreneurship, Buffalo School District, Buffalo, New York.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/0701_CH2_buffalo.asp Architectural Record; Supplement , p70-73 ; Jan 2007
Presents the design of this small, specialized learning environment within an historic 1930's high school. 12-hour use, security, accessibility, and the division of the building into three academies are discussed.
South Los Angeles High School No. 3, Los Angeles USD, Los Angeles, California.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/0701_CH1_southLA.asp Architectural Record; Supplement , p66-69 ; Jan 2007
Describes a design team's response to an environmental problem at the site that prohibited building this high school as planned, as well as changes in enrollment projections. The team combined two planned high schools on one site, retaining the small learning community organization, amenities, and daylighting.
The Sum of Smaller Parts.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/0701_CS2_blythewood-1.asp C. Sullivan Architectural Record; Supplement , p106-109 ; Jan 2007
Profiles the new Blythewood High School in Columbia, South Carolina. The wooded site features wetlands and a 10-acre pond, and the building is organized into four zones on the themes of business, health, engineering, and the humanities. Plans, photographs, and a list of project participants are included.
A Learning Community.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/0701_CS4_denver-1.asp Gonchar, Joann Architectural Record; Supplement , p116-119 ; Jan 2007
Profiles the The Denver School of Science & Technology, a charter school with open and flexible spaces that accommodate collaborative learning, team teaching, and small learning communities . The extremely energy-efficient building boasts thorough technology integration and functions as a part of the learning process. Plans, photographs, and a list of project participants are included.
Instruction Drives Construction: Spaces to Support Teaching and Learning.
http://www.peterli.com/archive/spm/1289.shtm Kelly, Frank School Planning and Management; v46 n1 , p86-88 ; Jan 2007
Reviews the planning, financing, and design of the new Carl Wunsche Senior High school in the Spring, Texas, Independent School District. The futuristic school consists of three academies housing 500 students each, and responds to a renovated "vision" of educational programming in the district.
Alternative Energy.
O'Donnell, Thomas Iowa Architect; n261 , p26-29 ; 2007
Profiles this Iowa City high school for at-risk students, featuring a common kitchen where students prepare food together, communal laundry room, and daylighting.
Culture Club.
http://archrecord.construction.com/schools/0701_CS3_detroit-1.asp Sokol, David Architectural Record; Supplement , p110-115 ; Jan 2007
Profiles the new Detroit School of Arts. The small site compelled an unusually tall six-story structure that is scaled down at the edges to acknowledge the low-scale neighborhood. Plans, photographs, and a list of project participants are included.
2006 Architectural Portfolio: High Schools.
American School and University; v79 n3 , p110-137 ; Nov 2006
Profiles 25 outstanding high school facilities selected for their innovation, image, function, flexibility, maintainability, sustainability, security, community use, balance of aesthetics and function, and "spirit." Project information and photographs are included.
Grand School: A New Design, A New Year.
http://www.edutopia.org/grand-school-new-design-new-year Edutopia
Profiles Chicago's new North Grand High School, featuring a state-of-the-art theatre, four computer labs, a math and science wing, commercial teaching kitchens, engineering and medical career classrooms, two garden courtyards, abundant natural light, and numerous security cameras.
Where Big-City Schools Meet Microsoft Smarts.
Borja, Rhea Education Week; v26 n4 , p32-35 ; Sep 20, 2006
Profiles Philadelphia's School of the Future, a high school created through a partnership of the school district and Microsoft. The innovative school in a distressed neighborhood features rainwater collection for toilet operations, photovoltaic panels, a green roof, an energy-efficient HVAC system, and an innovative educational program.
Abbeville High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0609/060931.html Design Cost Data; v50 n5 , p31,32 ; Sep-Oct 2006
Describes this new Alabama high school designed as sections that can be locked off for after school and weekend use. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, floor plans, and photographs are included.
Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2006/SeptemberFinal.pdf CASH Register; v27 n9 , p10 ; Sep 2006
Profiles this Oakland charter school for grades 6-12 that provides every 11th- and 12th-grade student with an individual workstation in an open office equipped with computers, a fax machine, telephones, a printer, and a copier.
Building Blueprints: Alternative Learning Spaces.
Montgomery, Terry School Planning and Management; v45 n8 , p44,45 ; Aug 2006
Describes the Toronto campus of the Greenwood College School, a grade 7-12 institution that maintains an urban campus and a rural Summer camp. The urban campus features a "camp" atmosphere with a central "lodge" commons that permits high visibility for activities within the building, a climbing wall, and state-of-the-art learning technology.
Indian River High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0607/060730.html Design Cost Data; v50 n4 , p30,31 ; Jul-Aug 2006
Profiles this Delaware school that features an ice storage cooling system and whose use of Agent Construction Management eliminated an anticipated budget shortfall. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, floor plans, and photographs are included.
Art and Design Studios.
Cromer, Greg School Planning and Management; v45 n7 , p54,55 ; Jul 2006
Describes the extensive additions and renovations that the Denver School of the Arts made to the higher education fine arts center that it bought, making it a highly sought-after venue for study. Proper adjacencies for performing arts spaces are discussed, as are lessons learned from the creation of this school.
King David High School.
http://www.canadianarchitect.com/issues/ISarticle.asp?id=175971&story_ Weder, Adele Canadian Architect; v51 n6 , p31-35 ; Jun 2006
Profiles this Vancouver private Jewish high school, citing its open plan and natural interior finishes. Referencing various plantings found in the Bible, the overall landscape strategy is designed to cultivate an awareness of plants while creating a sense of ceremony. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a listing of project participants are included.
Profiles of Successful Schools.
http://www.peterli.com/archive/spm/1093.shtm School Planning and Management; v45 n3 , p20,22-25 ; Mar 2006
Details three national award-winning schools. The two high schools and one K-6 school were selected for their comprehensive educational specifications, flexible designs, healthy interiors, and connection to the community.
El Segundo High School Renovation: Design and Redesign.
http://www.appa.org/FacilitiesManager/article.cfm?ItemNumber=2566&parentid=2542 de la Cal, Jorge Facilities Manager; v22 n2 , p50-53 ; Mar 2006
Details the renovation of this landmark California high school building that involved restoration of the notable 1935 original structure, demolition of insensitive and educationally inadequate additions, and the creation of state-of-the-art facilities for science, the arts, and community recreation.
Is This the School of the Future?
Hogan, Kevin Scholastic Administrator; , 2p. ; Feb 2006
The leaders behind Philadelphia and Microsoft’s grand experiment in education want to create the definitive 21st-century learning laboratory. This discusses the project, and includes a sidebar with a floor plan and "factors for success."
2006 Notable Projects: Schools.
http://www.architypereview.com/ar_v01_i01_schools.html Architype Review; v1 n1 ; 2006
Case studies, including project description, project team, and photographs, of the following schools: Perspectives Charter School, Chicago, IL,
Perkins+Will; Perth Amboy High School, Perth Amboy, NJ, John Ronan Architect;
Community School of Music and Arts, Mountain View, CA, Mark Cavagnero Associates;
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Kirkland, WA, Mahlum Architects; Lick Wilmerding High School, San Francisco, CA,Pfau Architecture, Ltd; Clifton Middle School, Monrovia, CA
Osborn; Building 9, Wildwood Elementary School, Los Angeles, CA, Cigolle X Coleman; Architects; and Bronx Charter School for the Arts, Bronx, N.Y.,Weisz + Yoes Architecture;
Designing Schools with the Future in Mind.
Learning By Design; n15 , p163 ; 2006
Cites the growth of career-based learning in high schools, using Detroit's RETC as an example of a facility planned and designed with business and industry input.
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Grand Prize Award 2006: High-Tech Design Charters a Course for the Future.
Learning By Design; n15 , p4,5 ; 2006
Describes the Denver School of Science and Technology, grand prize winner in this competition. The charter school building was selected for its well-thought out floor plan, with open and flexible spaces that accommodate collaborative learning, team teaching, and small learning communities.
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High Schools.
Learning By Design; n15 , p93-139 ; 2006
Describes the award-winning designs of 37 high schools, including the educational context and design goals. Lists of project participants, costs, specifications, and photographs are included.
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Smart Growth.
Glitsch, Val Texas Architect; v56 n1 , p38-43 ; Jan-Feb 2006
Profiles significant improvements at Dallas's Hockaday School, including a new academic research center, additions to the lower school, renovations to existing structures, and a new master plan. The new structures and additions feature enhanced transparency and more curved exteriors to "soften" the campus. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Wise Investment.
Lewis, Rick Texas Architect; v56 n1 , p44-47 ; Jan-Feb 2006
Profiles San Antonio's new Byron P. Steele II High School, featuring a cohesive design with considerable attention to interior details and finishes. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
A.E. Stevenson High School.
http://www.archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/05_stevenson/overview.asp Architectural Record; Dec 2005
Describes this new atrium entrance to an existing Lincolnshire, Illionois, high school. The new atrium unites five floor levels, and houses a student union with meeting spaces, bookstore, and credit union. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, plans, and photographs are included.
Alpharetta High School.
http://www.archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/05_alpharetta/overview.asp Architectural Record; Dec 2005
Describes this large Georgia high school that is divided into three "houses." The building maximizes valley views from its perch on a ridge, incorporating sustainable design, daylighting, and mitigation of impact on the stream environment below. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, plans, and photographs are included.
Artists for Humanity EpiCenter.
http://www.archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/05_artists4humanity/overview.asp Architectural Record; Dec 2005
Describes this Boston private art-oriented school for at-risk teens that was constructed on a small site in an industrial zone requiring environmental remediation. The resulting LEED platinum-certified school is able to sell surplus electricity from its photovoltaic arrays. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, plans, and photographs are included.
Berkeley High School.
http://www.archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/05_berkley/overview.asp Architectural Record; Dec 2005
Describes this daylit school addition in California that includes a gymnasium, pool, library, cafeteria, and offices, and presents a welcoming connection to the downtown and public transportation. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, plans, and photographs are included.
School of the Holy Child.
http://www.archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/ Architectural Record; Dec 2005
Describes this New York girls school addition, which was built on top of the existing school to preserve the landscape and views. A series of variously sized and configured spaces encourage social interaction. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, plans, and photographs are included.
2005 Architectural Portfolio: High Schools.
American School and University; v78 n3 , 89-138 passim ; Nov 2005
Presents 39 high school projects cited in this competition. Selection was based on security, innovation, cost-effectiveness, timelessness, community use, functionality, and sense of place. Project information and photographs are included.
ECHO Academy, Tiffin, Iowa.
Design Cost Data; v49 n6 , p34,35 ; Nov-Dec 2005
Describes this alternative high school that features a geothermal well field for heating and cooling, a wetlands septic system, and landscape plantings grown by the students. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan and photographs are included.
Aberdeen High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0509/050926.html Design Cost Data; v49 n5 , p26,27 ; Sep-Oct 2005
Describes this new Maryland high school that accommodates community use and houses a federally-supported advanced science and math program. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Conley-Caraballo High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2005/September%20Final.pdf CASH Register; , p13 ; Sep 2005
Describes this alternative California high school, built in only 104 days because an architectural design already approved by the state was used.
Thom Mayne's Diamond Mind.
http://www.edutopia.org/thom-maynes-diamond-mind Edutopia; v1 n6 , p32 ; Sep 2005
Presents a short interview with Diamond Ranch High School architect Thom Mayne.
Can a School Be Too Cool?
http://www.edutopia.org/magazine/ed1article.php?id=Art_1331&issue=sep_05 Pogash, Carol Edutopia; v1 n6 , p28-31 ; Sep 2005
Reviews teacher and student reactions to Diamond Ranch High School, whose bold design draws positive and negative responses. Landscaping that was cut out of the budget and lack of color are among the negatives, but the school's users are generally pleased with the affect that the building has on student interaction and its singular, unorthodox design that inspires school pride.
Harbor High School.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2005/AugustFinal.pdf CASH Register; v26 n8 , p12,13 ; Aug 2005
Describes the updating of this Santa Cruz high school that considered the significant input of students, staff, and the community. The additions consolidate administrative functions, add classrooms, and address difficulties in traversing the campus.
Pope John XXIII High School and Gym.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0507/050737.html Design Cost Data; v49 n4 , p37-39 ; Jul-Aug 2005
Describes this new Texas high school thate evokes historic Catholic collegiate architecture. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Emc2Group Designs First LEED High School.
http://www.aia.org/aiarchitect/thisweek05/tw0408/0408pw_desertedge.htm AIA Architect; Apr 2005
Descibes Desert Edge High School in Goodyear, Arizona, which is obtaining LEED certification through the use of low-emitting building products and occupancy sensors to control lighting and HVAC.
Drake High School: How to Manage a Multi-increment Modernization Design Project.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2005/MarchFinal.pdf CASH Register; v26 n3 , p9,12 ; Mar 2005
Describes the four-phase modernization of this high school that delivered a superior project with three of the four phases completed at or below the original estimates.
Carrington Hall.
http://www.cashnet.org/members/CASHRegister/2005/JanuaryFinal.pdf CASH Register; v26 n1 , p10,11,13 ; Jan 2005
Describes the renovation of this historic auditorium at Redwood City's Sequoia High School. Historic details were restored, while seismic and HVAC upgrades were made, and modern theatrical systems installed.
High School Projects.
Learning By Design; n14 , p87-124 ; 2005
Describes the award-winning designs of 36 high schools, including the educational context and design goals. Lists of project participants, costs, specifications, plans, and photographs are included
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Martin Luther King, Jr. High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0501/050122.html Design Cost Data; v49 n1 , p22,23 ; Jan-Feb 2005
Describes this Lithonia, Georgia, facility set away from the main highway and compactly designed to minimize disturbance of the wooded site. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Perth Amboy High School.
Architecture; v94 n1 , p38-41 ; Jan 2005
Describes this large high school, combining school and community center functions, which features six "learning academies" that are geared toward the region's growth industries.
Special Needs Facilities.
Learning By Design; n14 , p132 ; 2005
Describes the design of the Massachusetts' Devereux Living and Learning Center Integrated Treatment Unit, where adolescent males with substance abuse disorders and mental illnesses are educated. A list of the project participants, costs, and photographs are included.
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Chicago Public Schools Project. Big Design Ideas Suit Little Village High School.
http://midwest.construction.com/features/archive/0501_feature1.asp Barner, Craig Midwest Construction; Jan 2005
Several groups have had a dramatic impact on the design of the $51 million Little Village High School on Chicago's Southwest Side. They included residents of the Little Village neighborhood, the Chicago Public Schools, and the design and construction team itself. The "small schools" concept is driving the layout of the facility. Even though the structure will house 1,800 to 2,000 students, the 287,000-square-feet, two-story building will accommodate four separate schools. Each 450- to 500-student school will have its own administration, identity and principal, who will report to a master principal. But some spaces will be shared among the four schools, including the library and media center, two gymnasia, pool, cafeteria and 500-seat auditorium, as well as baseball and soccer fields outside.
Microsoft High.
http://www.districtadministration.com/ViewArticle.aspx?articleid=680 D'Orio, Wayne District Administration; v41 n1 ; Jan 2005
Describes a new Philadelphia high school being built in partnership with Microsoft. The 750-student neighborhood anchor will feature one-to-one computing, a completely wireless environment, and broadband school-to-home connectivity. LEED principals are being observed in the design and construction of the school as well.
Bolstering the Community.
O'Connell, Kim Inform; v16 n3 , p22-25 ; 2005
Describes the Langston High School Continuation/Langston-Brown Community Center in Arlington, Virginia. The LEED silver-rated facility anchors the neighborhood, hosting educational programs for preschoolers through senior citizens. Extensive sustainable features include rainwater capture for landscape irrigation, daylighting, porous asphalt, and a charging station for electric vehicles. A listing of the design and construction participants, plans, and photographs are included.
Tapping into Technology.
O'Connell, Kim Inform; v16 n3 , p28,29 ; 2005
Describes Richmond, Virginia's Deep Run High School, which took design cues from nearby high tech office buildings and features adjacent teaching spaces for different subject areas, reflecting the school's integrated educational program. Photographs are included.
2004 Architectural Portfolio: High Schools.
American School and University; v77 n3 , p121-167 ; Nov 2004
Presents 41 high school projects recognized in this competition. Project information and photographs are included.
Felician Sisters Convent and Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0411/041160.html Design Cost Data; v48 n6 , p60,61 ; Nov-Dec 2004
Describes the renovation of this 1930's convent and school, preserving quality building materials while improving energy efficiency through a new, sophisticated HVAC system, landscaping, and rainwater collection. The project was used to educate students, sisters, and staff in environmental issues. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
It Takes a Village-and a Museum.
http://www.glef.org/magazine/ed1article.php?id=art_1193&issue=nov_04# Jabs, Carolyn. Edutopia; , p26-28 ; Nov-Dec 2004
Describes Dearborn's Henry Ford Academy, a 450-student high school situated within an 90-acre site containing a museum and 82 historic buildings. The inclusion of the facilities and grounds within the curriculum is described, and an interview with architect Steven Bingler follows.
Microsoft's School of the Future.
Bergsman, Steve Urban Land; v63 n10 , p98-99 ; Oct 2004
A Philadelphia high school opening in 2006 will include a paperless gathering place instead of a school library, laptops and tech tablets instead of pens and paper, and a street environment instead of corridors. The $50 million school is receiving Microsoft expertise, research, and staff time.
Cris Quinn Fine Arts Building, Monsignor Kelly Catholic High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0409/040952.html Design Cost Data; v48 n5 , p52,53 ; Sep-Oct 2004
Describes this fine arts center accommodating art, music, and dance instruction. The design allows music from the choral rehearsal room to drift into the art studio. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Rehobeth High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0409/040950.html Design Cost Data; v48 n5 , p50,51 ; Sep-Oct 2004
Describes the school, distinguished by its large gymnasium designed with community use in mind, accommodating 1200 spectators in bleachers and another 800 on the floor. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
The School in the Woods.
Cecil, Daniel; Deshaies, Andy. School Planning and Management; v43 n6 , p80,81 ; Jun 2004
Describes the compatibility of Maine's Noble High School with its site, highlighting the design of the school building, it's traffic flow, and recreational facilities available to the community.
Greenwich Academy.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/01_GreenwichAcad/overview.asp Pearson, Clifford A. Architectural Record; v192 n6 , p228-233 ; Jun 2004
Describes this largely daylit Connecticut upper school addition to a private girls' school that utilizes its steeply sloped site by positioning the main entrance on top of its green roof.
Schools at a Crossing: DC Public Schools Revitalized.
Architecture DC; , p19-23 ; Spring 2004
Describes renovations planned for four District of Columbia Schools, where the average school building age is 65 years.
Sounds Right.
http://www.peterli.com/archive/spm/654.shtm Bennett, Michael School Planning and Management; v43 n4 , p24-25 ; Apr 2004
Describes sophisticated acoustical technology installed at New Jersey's Bordentown High School to accommodate community and professional use of the auditorium, gymnasium, and cafeteria.
A Blessing in Disquise?
http://www.peterli.com/archive/spm/653.shtm Kromm, David School Planning and Management; v43 n4 , p21-23 ; Apr 2004
When a tornado destroyed adjoining gymnasia at the De Soto, Missouri, junior and senior high schools, the district was able to pass a previously rejected bond issue. The rebuilt, expanded and renovated facilities throughout the district offer improved community access.
Clackamas High School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/04_clackamas/overview.asp Architectural Record; Mar 2004
Describes this LEED Silver-certified high school, which uses sensors to control natural and mechanical lighting and ventilation. Includes building statistics and architect information.
Connecticut International Baccalaureate Academy.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0403/040334.html Design Cost Data; v48 n2 , p34,35 ; Mar-Apr 2004
Describes this Hartford college preparatory high school "house" within the local public high school. The school features abundant daylighting and wiring for total commitment to digital storage and retrieval of all forms of academic media. The library, fitness center, and cafeteria are available for public use. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Duarte High School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/04_duarte/overview.asp Architectural Record; Mar 2004
Describes the renovation of this California high school situated near a freeway. Sound corridors improve circulation and dampen freeway noise. Includes building statistics and architect information.
Gregory-Portland High School.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0403/040344.html Design Cost Data; v48 n2 , p44, 45 ; Mar-Apr 2004
Describes this large (2400-student) school in Texas that reflects the spirit of its coastal community. Securable spaces for after-hours community use figure prominently in the design. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Seattle Academy of Arts & Sciences.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/04_seatle/overview.asp Architectural Record; Mar 2004
Describes this middle/high arts magnet school in an urban setting. Building statistics and architect information are included.
Wabaunsee High School Additions and Renovations.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0403/040338.html Design Cost Data; v48 n2 , p38,39 ; Mar-Apr 2004
Describes this Alma, Kansas, addition that created a new gymnasium and fitness center for school and community use. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included
Lick-Wilmerding High School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12 Findley, Lisa Architectural Record; v192 n3 , p128-131 ; Mar 2004
Describes a studio space addition to this San Francisco school that preserved the treasured views from this sloped campus site. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, a site plan, and photographs are included.
Abbe Science Center, Solebury School.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12 Kolleeny, Jane F. Architectural Record; v192 n3 , p140-142 ; Mar 2004
Describes this Pennsylvania high school science center that conforms to the land-use plan and rustic style of the campus. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Lycee Francais.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12 Lubell, Sam Architectural Record; v192 n3 , p132-135 ; Mar 2004
Describes this New York private school's new facility, which maximized its tight urban site through extensive excavation that placed the gymnasium and auditorium underground. The above-ground portion of the building is amply daylit. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, floor plans, sectional views, and photographs are included.
An Innovative School Revisited: Leith Academy and the Projects that Followed It.
http://www.oecd.org/dataoecd/47/11/34275839.pdf MacKenzie, Don PEB Exchange; v2004/1 n51 , p14-16 ; Feb 2004
Describes the success of Edinburgh's Leith Academy, built in 1991 on an innovative flexible plan which has adapted to changes in capacity and educational programming and is a source of community pride. The design principles of the Academy were applied in subsequent new and renovated facilities.
A Meeting Place to Learn in Rural Iceland.
http://www.oecd.org/dataoecd/47/11/34275839.pdf Stuebing, Susan PEB Exchange; v2004/1 n51 , p17-19 ; Feb 2004
Narrates the design process which produced a new upper school (ages 16-20) in rural Snaefellsnes, Iceland. A workshop involving all stakeholders and architects created a flexible, open plan, where laptops serve as mobile "desks" throughout four "learning zones" serving a variety of individual and group learning scenarios.
High School Projects.
Learning By Design; n13 , p75-109 ; 2004
Describes the award-winning designs of 33 high schools, including the educational context and design goals. A list of d esign and construction participants, costs, specifications, plans, and photographs are included
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Middle/High School Projects.
Learning By Design; n13 , p75 ; 2004
Describes the Plymouth-Shiloh Middle/High School in Plymouth, Ohio. The exterior of the building recalls the Western Reserve architecture of the area, and the interior features a landscaped courtyard separating the middle and high school wings. A list of design and construction participants, costs, specifications, a plan, and photographs are included
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The Center School: Opportunities and Challenges in Planning and Building a Small Urban High School.
McConachie, Lorne; Lang, Dale Educational Facility Planner; v38 n4 , p19-23 ; 2004
Describes the creation of this small high school within the vibrant Seattle Center neighborhood. The program and design of the school take advantage of the nontraditional setting, using renovated commercial space, wireless technology, and flexible interiors.
Hardin/Jefferson High School Field House.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0309/030934.html Design Cost Data; v47 n5 , p34,35 ; Sep-Oct 2003
Describes this Texas athletic field house expansion, which was budget-conscious and sensitive to the surrounding residential/agricultural built environment. Building statistics, a listing of the design and construction participants, cost details, a floor plan and photographs are included.
Fairfield Career Center Addition, Carroll, Ohio.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0307/030740.html Design Cost Data; v47 n4 , p40-41 ; Jul-Aug 2003
Profiles this signature facility designed to illustrate the emerging role of career and technical schools to the students, staff, and community. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
High Achiever: A School Modernization Uncovers Hidden Potential.
http://www.buildings.com/articles/detail.aspx?contentID=1390 Babcock, Regina Raiford Buildings; v97 n6 , p66-70 ; Jun 2003
Describes the remodeling of Illinois' Lisle Senior High School into a daylit facility with dramatic park views.
A Balancing Act.
http://www.peterli.com/archive/spm/540.shtm Missell, John A. School Planning and Management; v42 n6 , p70-72 ; Jun 2003
Describes the design of the South Fayette Township High School outside Pittsburgh, the centerpiece of the area's 100-acre K-12 and community educational campus. The building strives to provide a balanced learning experience for both students and the community, integrating the academic, the artistic, and the physical.
The Oxbow School, California.
Pearson, Clifford A. Architectural Record; v191 n5 , p216-21 ; May-Jun 2003
Describes the design of the Oxbow School, an art- and design-oriented high school in Napa, California, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the architects, as well as floor plans and photographs.
Retrofitting for Technology.
Jolicoeur, Mark School Planning and Management; v42 n4 , p42-43 ; Apr 2003
Describes the renovation of Lisle Senior High School in Lisle, Illinois, including technology upgrades.
Cary Grove High School
Crystal Lake, Illinois.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/ Architectural Record; v191 n3 ; Mar 2003
Describes the title school building by Perkins and Will, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the architects, manufacturers/suppliers, and construction team; a general building description; and a commentary on the design. Also includes the floor plan and photographs. Renovations to the existing 1952 structure and media center addition reinvigorates the school with an architecturally significant structure, provides space for 1,200 students, and creates flexible areas for diverse learning environments. The materials of the new media center include a variegated range brick, anodized aluminum fascias, and clear glass. These extend the vocabulary of the original building, while introducing a fresh image. [Free subscriber registration is required.]
Lick-Wilmerding High School
Technology and Design Center,
San Francisco.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/ Mar 2003
Describes the title school building by Pfau Architects, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the architects, manufacturers/suppliers, and construction team; a general building description; and a commentary on the design. Also includes the floor plan and photographs. On this campus, indoor and outdoor spaces commingle in creative ways. [Free subscriber registration is required.]
Oakridge High School, Muskegon, Michigan.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0303/030323.html Design Cost Data; v47 n2 , p23-24 ; Mar-Apr 2003
Profiles this high school designed to operate adjacent to an existing middle school. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included
Alumni Fund-Raising Provides Hands-on Learning at Walnut Hills High School Arts and Science Center.
http://www.shp.com/assets/resource_library (http://www.shp.com/assets/resource_library/SOQ%20Vol5%20No1_web.pdf, 2003) Schoolhouse of Quality; v5 n2 ; 2003
Most of the $12 million for the new Walnut Hills High School Arts and Science Center in Cincinnati, Ohio was raised by private donations from the Walnut Hills Alumni Foundation. The remarkable fund-raising campaign represents the nation’s largest privately financed, public school capital project. The design of the
59,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art learning facility features upgraded science labs and arts studios, indoor/outdoor learning opportunities, new wiring, and flexible spaces.
High School Projects.
Learning By Design; n12 , p88-126 ; 2003
Describes the award-winning designs of several high schools, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the designers and construction costs. Also includes the floor plan and photographs.
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Denver School of Science and Technology.
Comer, Greg; Greenberg, David; Miller, David; Moye, Megan; Stephen, David. Educational Facility Planner; v39 n1 , p3-6 ; 2003
Describes this new school, featuring a wireless environment, movable wall partitions, open-air learning spaces, community sharing of athletic facilities, and maximum energy efficiency.
Maine's Noble Success.
http://www.energyvortex.com/pages/headlinedetails.cfm?id=655 Marcotte, Robert M.; Greim,Clifton W. EnergyVortex.com; 2003
This discusses energy management in the new Noble High School in North Berwick, Maine. The graphical user interface, located in the custodian's office, allows staff to control the indoor environment throughout the building.
The staged operation of two, 4,000-MBtuh oil-fired boilers is another method for energy savings. The air conditioning system found in the library, and other parts of the school, is designed with an economizer cooling cycle. The school's EMS also helps control a problem with wastewater.
Blending Cultural Sensitivity in Native American Educational Design: Opening your Soul and Spirit to a Learning Space.
Powers, Jodi; Begay, Richard K. Educational Facility Planner; v38 n3 , p11-15 ; 2003
Presents case studies of two schools for the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community where Native American design elements were incorporated into environmentally sensitive buildings.
Designing and Building New Small Schools: New Skins for New Wine.
Washor, Elliot; Westberg, Laura; Mojkowski, Charles Educational Facility Planner; v38 n3 , p25-28 ; 2003
Describes Providence's Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical Center (The MET) and the process by which it was designed. The six small schools serve 120 students each. One is located at the University of Rhode Island, one stands alone, and the remaining four are grouped together as a campus. The schools combine academics and internships and are credited for dramatic college application and acceptance rates.
Old Buildings: Obstacle or Opportunity.
Wernick, Laura Educational Facility Planner; v38 n2 , p31-34 ; 2003
Describes four successful renovations, two of which were of buildings not previously used as schools: 1) The Media and Technology Charter High School (MATCH), Boston, 2) Arts and City Magnet High School, Lowell, 3) Arts and City Magnet High School, Newport, 4) High Tech High, San Diego.
Unleashing the Potential of an Emerging "Creative Class:" the Restoration of Maggie L. Walker High School.
Westmoreland, Douglas D; Huebner, Joanne M. Educational Facility Planner; v38 n2 , p9-13 ; 2003
Describes the restoration of Richmond's 1937 Maggie L. Walker High School through a public-private partnership. A double-loaded corridor design was opened up and equipped with the latest technology to accommodate a program of advanced, independent, and self-directed study for gifted students.
Real-World Schools.
Rittner-Heir, Robbin M. School Planning and Management; v41 n11 , p14-17 ; Nov 2002
Describes the design of two magnet schools in Connecticut: the Metropolitan Learning Center in Bloomfield, and the Performing Arts Magnet School in Waterbury. The former emphasizes global and international studies, while the latter incorporates a renovated vaudevillian theater.
Three's Company.
http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/ME2/Audiences Schneider, Jay School Construction News; v5 n5 , p23-24 ; Jul-Aug 2002
Describes the design of Stoney Creek High School in Rochester, Michigan, including the educational context, design goals, and probable use of the designs for two other high schools. Includes information on size, construction costs, architects, contractors, and suppliers. Also includes photographs.
Designing a High School for Collaborative,
Project-based Learning.
http://www.designshare.com/index.php/articles Fielding, Randall Design Share; Jun 2002
Case study of the design for the Harbor City International School, a public charter school in downtown Duluth, Minnesota. The floor plan includes a social team area, quiet team area, student work stations, science project lab, seminar/incubator, and a presentation forum.
Cheyenne Mountain High School Academic Arts Building & Natatorium, Colorado Springs, Colorado.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0205/020541.html Design Cost Data; v46 n3 , p41-43 ; May-Jun 2002
Describes the academic arts and natatorium buildings of the high school named in the title, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the architects, manufacturers/suppliers, and construction team; a general building description; and a case study of construction costs and specifications. Also provides the floor plan and photographs.
Orange Grove High School, Orange Grove, Texas.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0205/020533.html Design Cost Data; v46 n3 , p33-34 ; May-Jun 2002
Describes the building design of the high school named in the title, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the architects, manufacturers/suppliers, and construction team; a general building description; and a case study of construction costs and specifications. Also provides the floor plan and photographs.
Walled Lake Central High School,
Walled Lake, Michigan.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/ Architectural Record; v190 n2 ; Feb 2002
Originally built in 1957 with additions in 1968 and 1992, it now contains a linear two-story spine that provides a visual focus to the interior, a gathering place for the students, and links all of the major areas of the school into one dynamic space. Includes information on the architects, manufacturers/suppliers, and construction team; a general building description; and a commentary on the design. Also includes the floor plan and photographs. [Free subscriber registration is required.]
Fox Valley Lutheran High School, Appleton, Wisconsin.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0201/020116.html Design Cost Data; v47 n1 , p16-18 ; Jan-Feb 2002
Describes the building of the Wisconsin high school named in the title, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the architects, manufacturers/suppliers, and construction team; extended product information; a general building description; and a case study of construction costs and specifications. Also provides the floor plan and photographs.
High School Projects.
Learning By Design; n11 , p91-125 ; 2002
Describes the buildings of 30 high schools, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the architects and design team, a general building description, and general construction costs and specifications. Also provides a rough site plan and photographs.
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High Schools.
Educational Facility Planner; v37 n1 , p41-69 ; 2002
Describes the building designs of 28 high schools, including their educational contexts and design goals. Includes information on size, construction costs, architects, and contractors. Also includes floor plans and photographs.
High-School Village.
Cotton, Bob Texas Architect; v52 n1 , p30-33 ; Jan-Feb 2002
Portrays the Sandra Day O'Connor High School in Helotes, Texas, whose architectural design, materials, and building forms reflect a rural Texas setting and a community wish that the large campus not overpower the nearby town. Includes photographs and a site plan.
Alabama Magnet School Races toward Job Market.
http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/ME2/Audiences Jones, Morgan School Construction News; v5 n1 , p16-17 ; Jan-Feb 2002
Describes Alabama's Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School, which was built for only $70 per square foot. Explores the relationship between its school-to-work, collaborative-learning approach and the building's design.
Noble Endeavor.
http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/ME2/Audiences Schneider, Jay W. School Construction News; v5 n1 , p22-25 ; Jan-Feb 2002
Describes Noble High School, the largest in Maine. The $33.6 million project has 15 separate, 100-student "communities" within the school, which accommodate the district's project- based, team teaching methods. In addition, the facility serves as a community
center for three nearby towns and includes a restaurant, an adult education and senior citizen center, a performing arts center, and a health clinic.
Pirates Reign.
http://www.peterli.com/archive/spm/352.shtm Fickes, Michael School Planning and Management; v40 n12 , p18-20 ; Dec 2001
Examines the development and design of the facade at a rural Oregon high school that represents the school's athletic name of "Pirates" by showing a pirate's ship on the roof. This structure protrudes from a corner of the rectangular building, with a bearded buccaneer opening a treasure chest filled with educational materials.
Seaview/Westshores High School Gymnasium & Classroom Building, Salton City, California.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0109/010928.html Design Cost Data; v45 n5 , p28-30 ; Sep-Oct 2001
Presents design, construction, and cost data for Salton City, California's, Seaview/Westshores High School Gymnasium and Classroom Building, which is being utilized by the school and surrounding community. Includes a list of project manufacturers and suppliers, along with five photographs and two floor plans.
Security and Education: A Best-Case Scenario.
http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/ME2/Audiences Jones, Morgan School Construction News; v4 n6 , p18-20 ; Sep-Oct 2001
Describes the design of Indiana's 500,000 square-foot Chesterton High School, which incorporates many security features without creating a fortress atmosphere. Features include a controlled access floor plan, security cameras, and the ability of teachers to silently page security personnel and administrators in cases of health emergencies or physical threats.
Stony Pont High School. Round Rock, Texas.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0107/010772.html Design Cost Data; v46 n4 , p72-73 ; Jul-Aug 2001
Includes information about the building site, architectural design, master plan, materials, costs, scheduling, specifications, and square footage for the 86-acre Stony Point High School in Round Rock, Texas. Includes floor plan, general description, photos, and a list of manufacturers and suppliers used for the project.
A School That Works.
http://www.nwrel.org/nwedu/summer01/schoolworks.html Paglin, Catherine Northwest Education; v6 n4 , p20-23 ; Summer 2001
Alpha High School in urban Gresham (Oregon) houses a school-to-work program and was designed, with student involvement, as a business. Movable walls and cabinetry provide the flexibility to accommodate general assemblies, combine classes for team teaching, or break classes up into small working groups. A business lab enables businesses to set up shop temporarily in the school
Charles H. Flowers High School, Springdale, Maryland.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0105/010558.html Design Cost Data; v54 n3 , p58-59 ; May-Jun 2001
Provides photos, a floor plan, and general description of a high school designed to function as an educational, cultural, and recreation activity center for the entire community. Construction data and costs are included along with information about the architectural firm and construction team.
It's Easy Being Green.
http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/ME2/Audiences Schneider, Jay School Construction News; v4 n4 ; May-Jun 2001
Case study of the Ronald Reagan High School in San Antonio, Texas, the state's first major high school facility to incorporate environmental planning, low-maintenance sustainable architecture, and efficient systems.
Viewing School Facilities as Community Development Projects: The Case of Hinesburg, Vermont.
MacKinnon, Colleen T. Small Town; v30 n2 , p28-31 ; Mar-Apr 2001
Instead of accentuating differences among agendas through competition for scarce resources, community members, educational planners, and community development planners cooperated in renovating a high school building in Hinesburg, Vermont, to include community spaces for recreation, social services, and nontraditional education. Design elements that promote the greatest possible use of facilities by community members are discussed.
Niagara Falls High School, Niagara Falls, N.Y.
Architectural Record; v189 n2 ; Feb 2001
Niagara Falls High School, the first privately financed and privately managed school construction project in New York State, is a example of a true architecture, business, technology, and community partnership developed as a result of needing to replace two aging high school facilities. Describes the title school building, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the architects, manufacturers/suppliers, and construction team; a general building description; and a commentary on the design. Also includes the floor plan and photographs.
William Hall High School, West Hartford, Connecticut.
http://archrecord.construction.com/projects/bts/archives/K-12/ Kubany, Elizabeth Harrison Architectural Record; v189 n2 , p142-44 ; Feb 2001
Discusses how architects redesigned an old, dark, and brooding school building into a school whose architecture, and the physical environment it creates, play a positive role in student learning. In contrast to the almost windowless existing building, the architects designed an addition with bright, airy spaces for art studios, general classrooms, and science laboratories. Photos and a floorplan are included. [Free subscriber registration is required.]
Oak Mountain High School, Shelby County, Alabama.
http://www.dcd.com/case_studies/0101/010128.html Design Cost Data; v45 n1 , p28-29 ; Jan-Feb 2001
Presents design features of the Oak Mountain High School (Alabama) consisting of an academic side of classrooms, administration, and media center; and an activity side consisting of cafeteria, gymnasium, practice gym, and a theater. The school s floor plan and photos are included.
Skillful Blend of Old and New.
Buss, Ted Texas Architect; v51 n1 , p32-34 ; Jan-Feb 2001
Presents design features of Burkburnett High School (Burkburnett, Texas) where architects transformed a disjointed group of 1960s buildings into a compact, highly functional, and subtle yet spectacular blend of old and new architecture. Photos and a floor plan are included.
House Rules.
Hammel, Bette Architecture Minnesota; v27 n1 , p36-37 ; Jan-Feb 2001
Discusses the "house" concept architectural design at Albert Lea High School (Minnesota) and how the design addresses the community s 21st Century educational goals. Photos and a floor plan are included.
Forming Small Learning Communities: Implementing Neighborhoods in an Existing High School.
http://schooldesignstudio.com/projects Lackney, Jeffery A. Educational Facility Planner; v36 n3 , p5-10 ; 2001
Outlines a longitudinal study of a Midwest urban high school to investigate the design of smaller learning communities within large school buildings. Explores the role of the physical environment in forming small learning communities. Examines how the school's physical environment contributes to sociability. Discusses the role that youth participation plays in forming small learning communities.
Diamond Ranch High School
Betsky, Aaron Architecture Magazine; v88 n11 , p132-45 ; Nov 2000
Highlights award-winning Diamond Ranch High School (California) that was designed and built on a steep site around Los Angeles considered unsatisfactory for building due to its unstable soils. Building organization is discussed, and photos are provided.
New Concepts Create Niagara Falls High School
http://www.architectureweek.com/2000/0830/news_1-1.html Architecture Week ; Sep 30, 2000
The 400,300-square-foot, $64 million Niagara Falls High School is the first privately financed, privately managed school construction project completed in New York. The new school replaces two aging high schools and incorporates the latest in technological advancements. Created through an innovative public-private partnership among the City of Niagara Falls, The Hillier Group and Honeywell, the school is designed to be a technological statement for the 21st Century and a civic centerpiece for local citizens.
Elevating Education
Gunts, Ed Inform; v11 n2 , p18-23 ; Sep 2000
Examines the design concepts behind the Manassas Park High School (Northern Virginia) that created the National School Board Association's grand prize for best new school in the country. Design features are discussed along with floor plans and photos.
Rethinking School Design.
Smith, Jana J. Buildings; v94 n8 , p50,56,59 ; Aug 2000
Describes the design process of a revolutionary high school design that melds technology and the arts to provide students with employable skills that future job markets require.
Grand Prize Winner Profile: Manassas Park High School.
Learning By Design; n9 , p8-9 ; 2000
Profiles the award-winning Manassas Park High School design that took a small school with limited land space and created small-scale learning communities from it. Interior and exterior photos are included.
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School of the Future?
Collison, Michele NEA Today; v18 n4 ; Jan 2000
Describes the unique qualities and organizational development of Cesar Chavez High School in Phoenix, Arizona, which may hold lessons for schools of the future. Discusses the collaborative effort mounted to create the school; the decision making process designed to break down barriers between teachers, support staff, and administrators; and the curriculum, which is designed to encourage team teaching.
A School Building That Is More Than the Sum of its Prefabricated Parts
Hine, Thomas Architectural Record; v186 , p106-109 ; Feb 1998
Hardy Holzman Pfeiffer Associates design for the addition of an upper school to the Salisbury School in Maryland involved three separate structures: the central dome, the classroom wing, and the gymnasium. From the outside, the school resembles an assemblage of prefabricated parts, namely the dome, the corrugated-steel arches that links the domes to vinyl-sided wings, and the aluminum antennae that act as trellises. Inside, each classroom is unique in terms of its size, shape, and character.
A Blueprint for Change. A Learner-Focused Curriculum Drove the Design of
Minnesota's Chaska High School
Sabo, Sandra R. Techniques: Making Education and Career Connections; v73 n2 , 16-19 ; Feb 1998
The state-of-the-art Chaska High School in Minnesota has an environment
that epitomizes learner-focused, self-directed, technologically advanced learning. It focuses
on the "house" or school-within-a-school concept.
North Fort Myers High School North Fort Myers, Florida
Dunlop, Beth Architectural Record; v 185 n10 , p114-117 ; Oct 1997
Examines renovation efforts involving an old urban, magnet high school (Fort Myers, Florida) that transformed it into an up-to-date school facility without interfering with the school's operation. Design and planning strategies are discussed as are the materials used and the environmental concerns that needed to be addressed.
Lick-Wilmerding School San Francisco, California
Fang, Eric C. Y. Architectural Record; v185 n10 , p122-124 ; Oct 1997
Examines the design of a new library/art facility at a San Francisco high
school that complemented the school's contemporary academic program
and reputation for excellence. The planning and architectural strategies
are discussed as are the technological and convenience additions
designed to meet greater student needs.
Planning High-Tech High.
Hymon, Steve School Planning and Management; v36 n10 , p16-22 ; Oct 1997
Examines the planning process for developing a high-tech high school
using the example of one such school in Florida's Collier County school
district. Addresses budget figures, planning objectives, organizational
considerations, pilot program creation, and planning tips.
Reclaiming a Symbol
Williamson, Susan Texas Architect; v47 n1 , p66-69 ; Jan-Feb 1997
Discusses the renovation process for preserving a community high school and the role of the architectural firm in gaining community support for the required bond issues. The architectural firm's design responses to school board requirements and new student needs are described. The new school's floor plan is included.
Best Practice in Classroom Design.
http://www.minedu.govt.nz/index.cfm?layout=document&documentid=11938&data=l Provides best practice examples of a variety of school building types, selected by the New Zealand Ministry of Education.
Building Type Index: Construction Information by Building Type
http://www.reedconstructiondata.com/building-types/ Provides preliminary cost estimates for all levels and types of schools, as well as for particular spaces within schools. Various types of construction are estimated, and case studies accompany most cost estimates.
Case Studies: Education
http://www.cabe.org.uk/search.aspx?type=1&btstr=Education&page=1 This collection of British case studies describes each project, and then provides the design process, evaluation, project team listing, and summary of the project's statistics. The case studies include early childhood, primary, secondary, and higher education facilities, as well as performing arts, library, and other specialized facilities. These have been compiled by the Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment.
DesignShare
http://designshare.com/ DesignShare provides a service as a facilitator of ideas and resources about best practices and innovation in schools from early childhood through the university level. Since 2000, over 400 award-winning case studies have been collected that showcase innovative learning environments from over 30 different countries. The detailed case studies include information on the design team, narratives, costs, images, plan diagram, and reviews. The website also publishes conference proceedings, original research, and practical design guidelines, and includes an e-newsletter, blog, and calendar.
Education Design Showcase
http://www.educationdesignshowcase.com/ A comprehensive database of cutting-edge projects, innovative solutions, and inspiring designs for education from School Planning & Management and College Planning & Management magazines. The project database can be searched by grade level, category, state, and alphabetically. Each project includes photographs and a detailed fact sheet.
Imagine Inspirational School Design
http://www.imagineschooldesign.org/index.html This website details examples of innnovative school designs from around the world, searchable by country, educational level, design type, educational model, and keyword. Each school profile provides a descriptive analyis, photographs, building statistics, and links to other resources related to the. The website also offers essays, a explanation of their criteria, and instructions for searching.
Learning by Design
http://www.asbj.com/lbd/ Learning By Design online displays winning projects from the print edition of the National School Boards Association's magazine American School Board Journal and adds a complete list of construction projects, region-by-region listings of experienced school architects, and feature articles from the print edition.
Queen Anne High School, Scotland
http://www.cabe.org.uk/case-studies/queen-anne-high-school Profiles this Edinburgh-area high school, built through a 25-year public-private partnership contract, as part of Scotland’s first phase of recent school estate renewal.
The school is built around four open-air courtyards. Each courtyard has been designed with a different group of pupils in mind. The art courtyard is particularly successful and much loved by both the students and teachers who use the space for creative inspiration and as an outside teaching tool. A proect description, design process information, and an evalution are offered at the website.
T.C. Williams High Schoolhttp://tcwilliams.alexandria.greentouchscreen.com/ Offers a virtual tour of Alexandria, Virginia's, T.C. Williams high school, emphasizing its many "green" features, and providing floor plans and photographs of educational and social spaces.
Case Studies--School Buildings K-12 http://www.ncef.org/rl/case_studies.cfm (National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities, Washington, DC) Descriptions, photographs, and floor plans of specific school buildings, including elementary, middle, and high school projects, compiled by the National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities.
School Design
http://www.ncef.org/rl/design.cfm (National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities, Washington, DC) Information on designing school buildings, including school design guidelines, trends, principles, and examples, compiled by the National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities. See also NCEF Resource Lists on Campus Architecture, Case Studies, Selecting Design Professionals, and many more related topics.
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