Better School Buildings: Economic Stimulus Opportunity with Long-term Benefits
Advocates federal spending to improve the condition of school buildings, noting the respective short- and long-term economic benefits of construction industry promotion and an improved learning environment. Includes an examination of the size and condition of the U.S. school inventory, a discussion of the importance of school facility quality, details on how capital investment in schools can improve local economies and close achievement gaps between low- and higher-income students. Impact Aid Schools: Compilation of Pending Projects for School Modernization
Presents the results of a survey of Impact Aid public school districts to find out about school infrastructure projects that can commence within 30-60 days. About 68 Impact Aid public school districts across the country submitted entries for the compilation. About 30 of the over 5100 projects involve new construction to alleviate overcrowding and other issues. The rest of the school infrastructure projects deal with modernization, renovation, repair, or energy improvement projects.