1 min readOutdoor EducationThe Role of Civil Engineering in Promoting Child WellnessWilliam Spencer, P.E., president and professional engineer at MHS Planning & Design, talks about the profound impact of civil engineering.
3 min readOutdoor EducationBridging the Gap: From Indoor Constraints to Outdoor Opportunities in EducationWhere do we need to invest funding to create new educational opportunities for our students? We believe it’s in outdoor spaces.
3 min readOutdoor EducationDesign and Maintenance: Where the Rubber Meets the RoadThere are many things to consider in the design process including programming, cost, maintenance, usability. The list could go on and on.
5 min readOutdoor EducationPlanning and Funding an Outdoor Educational SpaceThe need for these educational spaces exists, so now what?
4 min readOutdoor EducationInclusivity vs. Accessibility: A Space for EveryoneMore time playing outside is linked to much higher levels of happiness.
6 min readOutdoor EducationThe Specs on SPEC: How Outdoor Play Contributes to the Overall Wellness of ChildrenAccording to pediatricians at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia School-aged children need about three hours of outdoor play each day
4 min readOutdoor EducationThe Elementary School Playground DilemmaThe CDC cites that children with low exposure to green space are 55% more likely to have mental health issues.