Concrete Masonry Puts Kids First in Schools
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Concrete Masonry Prioritizes Students in Schools
Summary:
In school construction, some boards are adopting the "Kids First Approach" to prioritize safety and health, allowing students to focus on learning.
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School boards are increasingly adopting the "Kids First Approach" when constructing new educational facilities. This innovative concept emphasizes creating safe, healthy environments that foster student learning.
Key aspects of these construction projects include fire safety, building security, maintenance, durability, energy efficiency, and noise management, with a primary focus on mold prevention.
"For a school administrator, mold is a significant concern," explains Don L. Bell, superintendent of the Northern Lebanon School District in Pennsylvania. As a leading advocate for the "Kids First Approach," Bell endorses concrete masonry as a top solution.
While planning renovations at Northern Lebanon Middle School in 2002, Bell collaborated with architect Jay Darkey from JPD Architects. Together, they chose concrete masonry for the project.
"We aim to prevent mold from the start, and concrete masonry is among the best materials for this purpose. I’ve seen its advantages and the issues when it isn’t used," Bell remarks.
"Mold is a pressing issue today," Darkey adds, noting that architects must design to mitigate moisture. "Proper detailing is crucial to prevent moisture from entering the walls."
Concrete masonry's natural properties make it ideal for managing mold concerns.
"Masonry doesn’t provide nutrients for mold; any issues can be resolved with cleaning rather than replacing the wall," explains Jan Boyer, executive director of the Pennsylvania Concrete Masonry Association.
Bell also appreciates masonry's fire safety benefits. During his tenure as a high school principal, a fire broke out on a Saturday when the building was empty.
"The fire severely damaged the room but was contained due to the concrete masonry construction, preventing spread to other areas," Bell recalls.
Boyer concludes, "We’re fortunate that most Pennsylvania schools use masonry. With Dr. Bell's efforts, even more will embrace this approach."
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