"We're in danger of failing our children - not only now, but for generations to come - by designing and building schools which can't and won't function properly."
Man, how did this one escape my attention? Sorry, DK -- this one's been on my 'to do list' for way, way too long! You did a far better job in your post, back in November, so let me send people your way also. Here's the link you sent me:
"Call to Ask Pupils About Design", 11.30.05, BBCNews
Excerpt:
School Works, a non-profit-making company which advises on the design of school buildings, says participation is key for practical, sustainable schools. It cites the design of early years centres which have successfully involved children in planning projects. School Works says this model must be extended to the building of schools.
If that didn't say it well enough, try this:
"These case studies show that involving users, and most particularly children, in the design of their buildings can add great value to the process of creating new hubs within the community," the report says.
Getting kids involved. Community centers. Future of learning and communities. Not a bad arc!
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