A plenum space is a part of a building structure used as a pathway for AC return air flow.  Space between the structural ceiling and the dropped ceiling may be used as plenum space and was done routinely in older buildings. When to use PLENUM … Continue reading →

If the air supply AND return above the dropped ceiling is being circulated via air ducts then it is ok to use non-plenum cabling which costs much less than their plenum counterpart.  This is usually the case is newer buildings. (The following … Continue reading →

Here are a few steps you can take to save energy in your classroom.  At the end of the day always shutdown your computers.  I don’t know how many times, I have been at a school after the kids have … Continue reading →

When I taught sixth grade we had a Channel One news break in the classroom everyday.  I don’t think they actually paid too much attention to the stories as much as they did the commercials.  Of course if you purchase … Continue reading →

I recently attended the MECA conference in Jackson, MS and came away with lots of great ideas! The keynote speaker was Ron Clark.  If you have never heard him speak, you need to make sure you do! If you don’t … Continue reading →

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