Hurricane Katrina was an unforgettable disaster. Hurricanes like Ike have come and gone since, but Katrina has been by far the single most catastrophic natural disaster in U.S. history.
Schools, in general, are experiencing increasing enrollment, but among the fastest growing sector is Charter Schools. According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), in the past decade or so, public charter school enrollments have gone up by 1.7 million.
There is no secret that student enrollments across the country are skyrocketing and that many public schools are seeking to expand their infrastructure.
There is something majestic about old buildings built on a foundation with a coarse stone framework. The beauty of these old buildings is appreciated even today and will continue to be appreciated centuries from now.
Mobile offices are quickly becoming the go-to option for office spaces today. Office trailers are portable, cheaper to rent/lease or purchase, and are better for the environment.
Portable or modular classrooms can serve as an immediate need to the growing problem schools face across the country of quick expansion that out paces construction.
With the rise in the number of children going to school every year, most schools have realized the need for expansion. Old or new, each school eventually grows by incorporating new rooms to meet the demands of quickly increasing enrollments.
The education industry is thriving today because of the steady increase in population that adds millions of new children to schools every year. This has created a huge demand for bigger classrooms, more facilities, more schools and more special programs.
Global warming and sustainability have been pertinent issues for a while now. From governments and corporations to local institutions, schools and small businesses, fulfilling our responsibility to be eco-friendly has been ingrained in the national psyche.
