K-12 design

Marylee Mercy, newly appointed president of the New England Chapter of Association for Learning Environments, approaches school design with inclusivity, flexibility and sustainability in mind.
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Marylee Mercy, A4LE New England President, Talks Trends, Student Success

Marylee Mercy, AIA, NCARB, ALEP, project manager with Boston-based Studio G Architects, has spent nearly 20 years planning and managing educational spaces. As she embarks on her new leadership role, Mercy spoke with School Construction News about her professional journey, her goals for the A4LE New England chapter and upcoming school design trends. 

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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

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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