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The new Schoenecker Center for STEAM at St. Thomas University includes biology, chemistry, physics and robotics labs; a two-story engineering high bay; rehearsal and performance spaces for the music program; a newsroom; art studios and an art gallery; a cafe and gathering/study spaces. Photo Credit: BWBR
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St. Thomas University Schoenecker Center Reflects Sustainability Values

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By Lindsey Coulter When leaders of St. Thomas University in St. Paul, Minn., first embarked on the development of the

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The Alief Center for Advanced Careers in Houston’s Alief Independent School District offers students training in a variety of trades that lead to immediate employment opportunities upon graduation. Photo Credit: PBK
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Career and Technical Education Facilities on the Rise

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February marks National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, bringing awareness to the benefits that CTE offers to students and the opportunities it presents to schools and workforce partners. An estimated 12.3 million students are currently enrolled in CTE programs nationwide, where they can acquire training in a variety of trades and earn certifications that offer immediate employment opportunities upon graduation. At the same time, helping students develop skills that are relevant to the careers and industries in their regions can help employers address labor shortages.  

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By reducing energy use and focusing on renewables, the building will consume less than 40% of the energy required by the previous school building, significantly reducing maintenance costs and outperforming Boulder’s building code requirements. Photo Credit: BVSD/ Alejandra Corchado-Rodriguez
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New Vista High School Supports Dynamic Learning, Green Goals

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New Vista High School, a small alternative school located in Colorado’s Boulder Valley School District (BVSD), has reopened following the completion of a nearly $52 million construction project. The new campus—featuring naturally lit, sustainable spaces designed for flexible learning and teaching—welcomed 315 students for the spring semester on Jan. 7.  

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The Natural Sciences Building on the SUNY Old Westbury campus is expected to be 50% more energy efficient following a three-phase improvement project. Photo Credit: SUNY Old Westbury
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SUNY System Advances Toward Sustainability Goals with Old Westbury Campus Project

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New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced a $100.2 million state investment towards transforming the 1980s-era Natural Sciences Building on the State of New York University (SUNY) Old Westbury campus. The three-phase project will bring the SUNY system one step closer to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its collegiate network. 

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