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By Jessica Molter, AIA, LEED AP BD+C In the ever-evolving world of architecture, rising costs and supply chain challenges have taught us to be more adaptable. Especially in education, architects have had to think on their feet. Case in point—an...

Orangefield Independent School District has opened a new chapter in educational excellence since partnering with its community to improve the district's educational landscape. In 2023, Orangefield ISD voters passed a $42.9 million bond with 69% voter support to ensure the...

As the clock ticks down to your school district's bond election, we know how important it is to gather those last-minute votes. But don't worry, we've got you covered with some awesome tips! Our Director of Communications and Community Engagement,...

In the past, the notion of “college for all" failed to inspire students to adopt a love for learning. This is because not every high school student aspires to attend four more years of school. This doesn't mean that they...

In 2013 the Texas legislature passed HB5 which required school boards to introduce career and technology education (CTE) options. By the 2020-21 school year, a more robust plan of study is being presented to meet the federal Strengthening CTE for...

Meaningful learning can take place in many places. Sure, students learn in a classroom. However, they can also learn from interactions on the playground, conversations in the cafeteria, or listening from the backseat of the car. Jessica Molter, Managing Principal...

In elementary school, I was always the quiet kid. No one really talked to me. I was just sort of there. Students like Dylan are in every school across the country. Bright, intelligent kids who don’t fit the mold of...

Understanding color’s biological reactions, subliminal meanings, and cultural influences is a tool for designers to establish the mood, purpose, and hierarchy of space. The Institute for Color Research says that individuals subconsciously judge people, environments, and products within ninety seconds—and...