The Board of Trustees of the State Universities and Colleges of Maryland completed master plans for the board's six institutions in 1970. Explained are the initial planning process, how the plans were kept current, and why facility planning is important today. (MLF)

Planners of a new Arizona school used the district's existing computerized master scheduling program to identify instructional spaces needed. Total classroom needs by subject were translated into total square footage requirements. (MLF)

The planning and construction of a mathematics and social science facility was the first stage in the renovation of St. Hilda's Church of England School for Girls. (Author)

Aspects of decline that affect architecture--enrollment, resources, facility condition, funding, the educator's role, and the architect's role--were discussed by workshop participants. Specific solutions included building conversion, master plans, an energy bond referendum, and a regional school concept. (Author/MLF)

Youngstown State University, Ohio, has been developed as a compact, well-landscaped urban campus through the application of sound planning concepts, a commitment to excellence, and much coordination and cooperation between the university and the community. (MLF)

Proposition 13 and other legislation have adversely affected finances available for school planning. Suggested solutions included early involvement of development teams with community and district planning staffs and the use of advisory committees and professional private-sector research consulting firms. (MLF)