Dr. Glen I. Earthman, Professor, Educational Administration, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University; Dr. Linda K. Lemasters, Professor of Educational Administration, Graduate School of Education, George Washington University • Comprehensive guide to cost-effective policies and practices
• Cost and savings calculations included
School administrators are under pressure to keep their buildings in good working order. Unavailability of funds for new buildings, safety and environmental regulations, potential for personal injury liability, and the proven link between physical surroundings and student learning all add to this pressure.
This new book provides a comprehensive, practical guide to school maintenance and renovation. All major aspects are covered clearly and concisely with emphasis on cost-effectiveness. Information on outsourcing, legal and regulatory aspects and use of new technology is included. Chapters on renovation cover all steps including planning, selection of architect and contractors, funding, and use of temporary facilities.
Both authors are seasoned school administrators with extensive experience in educational facility planning and management. Dr. Earthman is the former executive director for school facility planning for Philadelphia Public Schools; Dr. Lemasters is president of Virginia Educational Facility Planners.
Contents:
Preface
• How Schools Are Funded
• Organization of Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations Staff
• Developing School Board Policies for Maintenance and Operations
• Administrative Process-the Paper Chase
• Capital Improvement and Maintenance Planning
• Cost of Maintenance
• Deferred and Preventive Maintenance
• The Emerging Role of Technology in Facility Management and Maintenance
• Contract Maintenance-External Management Service
• Regulatory Aspects of Maintenance and Operations
• Working with School Board Legal Counsel and Purchasing Department
• Deciding to Renovate
• Planning the Educational Program
• Selecting the Architect
• Working with the Architect
• Renovation Funding
• Alternative Funding Plans
• Bidding and Contractor Selection
• School Operation during Renovation
• Bringing Closure to Project
• Sources of Help: Print Sources, Electronic Sources, Professional Organizations
1-885432-26-7, April 2003, approx. 200 pages, 6x9, hardcover, $39.95
