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| American School and University | 11 |
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| Journal Articles | 6 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 4 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 3 |
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| Practitioners | 4 |
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| Texas | 1 |
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American School and University, 1973
Describes how books damaged during fire fighting operations are frozen to prevent mildew, then dried in a thermal vacuum chamber and restored to usable condition. (Author/EA)
Descriptors: Books, Law Libraries, Preservation
American School and University, 1980
Because Central High School in Little Rock (Arkansas) was placed on the National Register of Historic Buildings, compliance with the original design is an important part of the renovation program. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Educational Facilities Improvement, Preservation, Secondary Education
American School and University, 1978
Books printed since 1850 are deteriorating rapidly. With air conditioning still a remote dream, the research library of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has turned to other weapons in attempt to preserve its resources. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Air Conditioning, Books, College Libraries, Higher Education
Howard, David R.; Mears, Joe N. – American School and University, 1979
The preventive maintenance program adopted in Oakland, California, is proving to be a great success in maintaining a favorable environment while protecting the physical plant and extending its useful life at the least overall cost. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Equipment Maintenance, Preservation, School Maintenance
American School and University, 1980
Creative renovation for a Fremont (Ohio), 1981 junior high school means extending construction from sidewalk to sidewalk by wrapping the building in a band of insulating glass. (Author)
Descriptors: Building Innovation, Educational Facilities Improvement, Junior High Schools, Preservation
American School and University, 1978
A building on the campus of Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, listed as a historic landmark in the National Register, has been restored to a place of activity and usefulness. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Awards, Building Conversion, Facility Improvement
American School and University, 1981
The Dade County (Florida) school system saved building space and money with a records management program for student and administrative records and with a modern microfilm electronic filing system. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Microfilm, Microreproduction, Preservation
American School and University, 1978
A thorough renovation of the old Brooklyn Paramount Theater transformed it into a gymnasium while retaining much of the ornate ornamental work on the ceilings and walls. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Basketball, Building Conversion, Facility Improvement
Halbert, Raymond – American School and University, 1981
Seventeen items that need to be checked during a roof inspection are explained. Early detection of trouble signs can help ward off expensive roof replacement. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Check Lists, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Inspection
Hubbard, S. E. – American School and University, 1973
Gives tips on the selection and maintenance of school doors for maximum life. (DN)
Descriptors: Building Design, Doors, Educational Facilities, Equipment Maintenance
Brubaker, C. William – American School and University, 1980
The growing interest in historic preservation has sparked interest in recycling existing school buildings. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Community Schools, Declining Enrollment, Educational Facilities Improvement
