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CISA Offers Cybersecurity Resources for K-12 Schools and Districts

By Joe Bebon, Editor Aug 14, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Aug 14, 2026

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released the K-12 Cybersecurity Foundations Resource Package, a comprehensive collection of guides, videos, and supplemental materials to help K‑12 schools and districts prevent, mitigate, and respond to prevalent cyber threats. Based on current cybersecurity best practices and frameworks, the resource package outlines cost-effective, actionable, and customizable steps that […]

American Lung Association Calls on Schools to Join Indoor Air Quality Challenge

By Joe Bebon, Editor Aug 4, 2026 Green Building

Updated: Aug 4, 2026

Every day in schools across the country, millions of children and adults are impacted by poor indoor air quality (IAQ). Though IAQ is a top environmental risk to public health, more than half of K-12 schools do not have IAQ management plans to proactively address air quality risks. To help create healthier learning environments for […]

Facilities Projects Your College Should Tackle Over Summer Break

By Zac Amos, Contributing Writer Jun 30, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Jul 14, 2026

Once students leave campus, the window opens for projects that are impossible to complete safely or efficiently during the academic year. Empty halls and classrooms create the perfect environment for overhauls and cosmetic updates. The big challenge here is often identifying which projects to prioritize. While every campus has unique needs, facilities managers should aim […]

Closing the Gap Between Intent and Reality in K‑12 School Security

By Terry Swanson, Singlewire Software Jun 22, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Jun 22, 2026

Walk into almost any K‑12 school in America, and you’ll see evidence of intent: secured or restricted vestibules, posted check-in procedures, and safety guidelines on the wall. But walk in during the middle of a busy afternoon, and you’ll probably see something different: a door that’s been propped open, a visitor wandering past an unattended […]

Under Construction: Top Facility Projects of March 2026

By Joe Bebon, Editor Apr 1, 2026 Design and Construction

Updated: May 4, 2026

Facilities Management Advisor’s “Under Construction” series highlights some of the latest, most interesting facility project announcements every month. UConn Stadium Makeover Among other things, March is known for the beginning of spring, Women’s History Month, and of course, college basketball. As both its men’s and women’s teams fought their way to the March Madness Final […]

5 Tech Strategies to Enhance Springtime School Maintenance

By Zac Amos, Contributing Writer Mar 31, 2026 Grounds Management

Updated: Mar 31, 2026

Spring brings a fresh set of opportunities for K-12 facilities managers to strengthen campus performance. As schools transition from cooler months and prepare for increased outdoor use, maintenance teams can use advanced technologies to improve efficiency, optimize resources, and support safe learning environments. By integrating tools such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence […]

New Hampshire Awards Grants for Nearly 260 School Security Projects

By Joe Bebon, Editor Feb 24, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Feb 24, 2026

School security remains a major concern for communities across the country, and New Hampshire has become one of the latest states to provide funding to help keep students and educators safe. Specifically, the state’s Public School Infrastructure Commission awarded a total of $8 million in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 appropriations to fund 259 school […]

Awards Honor Green School Leaders of 2026

By Joe Bebon, Editor Feb 18, 2026 Design and Construction

Updated: Feb 18, 2026

The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the Green Schools National Network (GSNN) have announced the recipients of the 2026 Best of Green Schools Awards. The awards recognize 11 U.S. schools, districts, organizations, or individuals for advancing environmental stewardship, creating healthy learning environments, and promoting education for a sustainable future. “America’s students deserve […]

Making the Case for Continuous Radon Monitoring in Schools

By Dallas Jones, Ecosense Feb 12, 2026 Heating and Cooling

Updated: Feb 12, 2026

School buildings—even the most modern—often utilize construction features that can allow radon gas to accumulate to dangerous levels. To make matters worse, the long hours spent at school and schoolchildren’s unique vulnerabilities to radioactive particles have the potential to make radon especially dangerous in schools. As those responsible for managing school facilities seek to protect […]

Data-Driven Water Management: Bringing Visibility and Resilience to Building Operations

By David Benaiges, Watts Water Technologies Feb 11, 2026 Emergency Preparedness

Updated: Feb 11, 2026

Water systems are among the most essential—and least visible—components of any facility. Pipes, valves, pumps, and recirculation loops work quietly behind walls and below floors, delivering water for sanitation, heating, cooling, and daily operations. Because these systems often function behind the scenes, they tend to receive less attention than HVAC or electrical systems—until a failure […]