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Radically Student Centered™ Resources
Explore our resources section, offering valuable tools, insights, and inspiration for educators, architects, and changemakers to create innovative, student-centered learning environments.
The Teacher Voice Gap in School Design
For nearly two decades, I taught in classrooms I had no say in designing. I don’t say that to complain. […]
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Every Mind in the Room: Connecting Thinking Styles, Learning Space Integration, and What It Really Means to Be Radically Student Centered™
I had the opportunity to connect with a friend of one of our team members recently, and somewhere in the […]
Designing for Belonging
Aylon Samouha made a point in a recent TED talk that stuck with me. He said that when kids describe […]
The Hidden ROI of Collaborative School Design
Districts spend millions on learning environment investments and measure the return in square footage and construction cost per seat. That […]
Why Educational Change Needs Better Storytelling
The most important part of a school renovation story almost never makes it into the photos. In my role at […]
From Vision to Classroom Reality
Most school districts can tell you their vision for learning. Student-centered. Collaborative. Future-ready. The language is consistent across strategic plans, […]
Beyond the Ribbon-Cutting: Why Integration, Not Installation, Decides a Bond’s Real Return
Every district with an active bond knows the rhythm. Months of town halls. Renderings unveiled. Contractors selected. Crews mobilized. Then, […]
Designing With Teachers, Not For Teachers
There’s a distinction that matters more than most people realize when it comes to school furniture and learning space design, […]
Who Was This Room Actually Built For?
This question almost never gets asked in a design meeting. We debate square footage, sightlines, and furniture down to the […]
The Top 6 Podcasts For Architects and Designers
The Top 6 Podcasts For Architects & Designers Must-Listen Better Learning Podcast Episodes Featuring Top National Architects and Educational Films […]
The Top 6 Podcasts For Educators
The Top 6 Podcasts For Educators Must-Listen Better Learning Podcast Episodes Featuring School Leaders and Educational Films If you’re […]
The Future of Education Is Being Written Now… Are You Helping Shape It?
The Future of Education Is Being Written Now… Are You Helping Shape It? How Soft Trends Can Give Schools a […]
Kay-Twelve Supports St Jude with Ryan Trahan’s Wheel of Doom Activation
At Kay-Twelve, we often talk about what it means to be Radically Student Centered™ — to put the needs of […]
The Crucial Role of a Guided Collaboration Workshop in Your School Project’s Success
In the world of design and project planning, collaboration is the cornerstone of success. At Kay-Twelve, we firmly believe that […]
Top 20 Education Podcasts Every Educator and Administrator Should Subscribe To in 2025
Are you an educator looking to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and insights in the ever-evolving field of education? […]
A Roundtable Discussion on Why Teachers Are Leaving
As a school leader, it can be challenging to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in education. Fortunately, […]
What Education Can Learn from the Savannah Bananas Baseball Team: Peeling Back the Layers
Reimagining Today’s School System Did you know that Major League Baseball (MLB) is the oldest professional sports league in the […]
Leading School Furniture Company Will No Longer Sell Iconic Classroom Chair/Desk
We all know the way schools used to look. Buehler? Buehler? Chairs in straight rows, kids bored out of their […]
The End of Average
Historical classroom design has been geared toward one particular style of instruction – lecture. There is 75% retention of what […]
When Should I Start the School Furniture Process?
Knowing when to start your school furniture project can be tough, but is very important to consider when you have […]
Top 3 Mistakes When Ordering School Furniture
As you may know, getting the necessary budget to address furniture needs in your school can be extremely difficult. It […]
What Does A Post-COVID School Look Like?
If you have been a part of the Educational Industry within the past year and a half, you know that […]
5 Factors To Consider When Creating School Cafeteria Environments
When you think of a school going through a major renovation or new construction, most people will only think about […]
Top Five Current Issues Impacting School Administrators Today
There are over 10,000 school districts in the United States and – as you can expect – each will face […]
Is It Play Or Is It Learning?
Kay-Twelve and Slab Dream Lab believe learning and playing take part at the same time. With one of our latest […]
The Perfect Playground Design Day Guide
The playground planning process is best executed with a playground committee and when individuals come from a variety of professions […]
Confidential Peer Network For Superintendents
Did you know that prior to COVID-19, the annual turnover rate for School Superintendents was between 14 to 16 percent? […]
Your Learning Environment Holiday Wish List
Can you believe it is already the middle of December? As we push forward into the holiday season (and closer […]
Creating More Engaging And Equitable Learning Environments
Creating More Engaging And Equitable Learning Environments The physical environment of a class or school is extremely important and often […]
The Modern Learning Environment Furniture That Your School Needs
What Exactly Is a Modern Learning Environment? The standard lecture style teaching is in the past. 21st century learning, or […]
How To Arrange Classroom Furniture Properly
A classrooms physical environment sets the foundation to a successful 21st century active school space. That is why every educator […]
3 Ways to Create Incredible Artwork In The Classroom
The Importance of Collaborative Art Inside the Classroom Collaborative art projects bring out new perspectives from a child’s mind that […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include Haskell Ethos
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Kay-Twelve’s ‘Back to School Essentials’ Guide – Preparing for the Future
With the recent events that our country (and the rest of the world) were faced with, our educators and district […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include Jonti-Craft Portable Sinks
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include Diversified Touchless Hand Sanitizer Dispensers
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include Children’s Factory 3-in-1 Chair Cubes
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include ECR4KIDS Surf Portable Work Surface
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include Tenjam Session Series Drift Molded Nesting Chairs
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include Kore Designs Wobble Stools
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include Screenflex Clear Room Dividers
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include Marsh School Safety Shields
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include Clear Mobile Dry-Erase Boards
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include MooreCo Enroll
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Why Your Learning Space Should Include KI Learn2 Wave
The future of learning environments may look a little different than what we’ve come to know. But, that doesn’t mean […]
Behavior Management Within the Classroom
One of the most unpredictable elements within a classroom is student behavior. Having positive behavior within your classroom can take […]
How Educators Can Prioritize Self-Care During Remote Learning
The Importance of Self-Care Whether you are an educator teaching virtually or an administrator planning for the weeks ahead, there […]
Active Seating for Home Learning
Kore Wobble Chairs have been around for years, but now more than ever, their products are becoming an important tool […]
The Rocker Ott Seating Solution
What is Rocker Ott? Does your classroom need a flexible seating option to acknowledge all of the different ways that […]
Challenges & Solutions for Remote Learning
Most K-12 teachers are used to the learning experience happening between the walls of a classroom. But with the recent […]
3 Ways Educators Can Keep A Growth Mindset
One of the most common reasons an individual becomes a teacher is to make a difference in the lives of […]
What Should A Remote Learning Environment Look Like?
As schools prepare for online courses based on the growing concern around COVID-19, it is important for adults to understand […]
The Current Impact on K-12 Education
What Exactly Is Coronavirus (COVID-19)? COVID-19 is a disease caused by the new coronavirus that emerged in December of 2019. […]
6 Reasons To Include Glass Boards In Your Classroom
We all know that whiteboards have plenty of advantages over the traditional chalkboard. Dry erase markers eliminate chalk dust, help […]
Why is Movement Key In the Classroom?
Why is Movement in the Classroom Important? What if I told you high efficiency in the classroom was highly correlated […]
What Are Modern Learning Environments?
What Exactly Is a Modern Learning Environment? The standard lecture style teaching is in the past. 21st century learning, or […]
School Grants To Fund Your Learning Environments
Why Should I Try For A Grant? If you would love to improve your learning environment to offer your students […]
What Will The 2020-2021 School Year Look Like?
As we begin the back half of a crazy start to the 2020 year, we can honestly say that the […]
Creating Better Learning Environments with Haskell
The History of Haskell Haskell Education started as Haskell Office over 70 years ago by two brothers, Ed and Bud […]
Kay-Twelve Quick Ship Classroom Furniture – In Stock!
Why Shop Quick Ship? At Kay-Twelve, we understand that unforeseen events, necessary adaptations, or even last minute decisions can cause […]
NorvaNivel 60 Second Rule
Behind the Scenes with the NorvaNivel 60 Second Rule: Whether it is your first day of Kindergarten or the final […]
Creating Better Learning Environments with MooreCo
The History of MooreCo MooreCo was founded by Lorraine Moore in 1985. Years in the design & manufacturing of furniture, […]
Creating Better Learning Environments with Children’s Factory
The History of Children’s Factory Children’s Factory consists of three premier brands that have served the education market for a […]
Creating Better Learning Environments with Marsh Industries
The History of Marsh Industries The Marsh family business started in Dover, Ohio in 1914 with the formation of the […]
Creating Better Learning Environments with Joy Carpets
The History of Joy Carpets Headquartered in Fort Oglethorpe, GA, Joy Carpets is a fourth generation, family owned and operated […]
Creating Better Learning Environments with NorvaNivel
The History of NorvaNivel NorvaNivel was founded in Sydney, Australia in 2010. The company was born from a need in […]
Creating Better Learning Environments with Luxor
The History of Luxor Founded in 1946 and headquartered in northern Illinois, Luxor has been creating functional furniture for work-intensive […]
Creating Better Learning Environments with Jonti-Craft
The History of Jonti-Craft Back in 1979, Don and Cathy Schwarz purchased a company called Rapid Sash and Millwork that […]
Creating Better Learning Environments with Diversified Woodcrafts
The History of Diversified Woodcrafts Diversified’s founder, Jeff Christensen was working at a glass blowing company after high school making […]
Creating Better Learning Environments with Kay-Twelve
Kay-Twelve is more than just a school furniture dealer. Our passion is to create better learning environments for current and […]
Kay-Twelve Awarded Nationwide 1GPA Contract
Kay-Twelve is proud to announce we have been awarded the 1GPA (1Government Procurement Alliance) Contract as of January 1, 2019 […]
The Value of a Makerspace in Our Schools
The definition of a Makerspace is a place in which people with shared interests, especially in computing or technology, can […]
Kay-Twelve Awarded The Arizona State Contract
Kay-Twelve is proud to announce we have been awarded the Arizona State Contract starting September 1, 2018. With a focus […]
Kay-Twelve Has Partnered With NorvaNivel!
IMAGINE… A learning space that facilitates future pedagogy. A space that ignites creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thought. That is […]
Conference Room Planning Guide
Need help figuring out what size table and how many can fit in a conference room? Here is the conference […]
School Brings Modern, 21st Century Learning Spaces to It’s Students
“What is needed in the ideal classroom to enhance student learning?” This is a question that teachers asked students directly […]