school gathering spaces

  When designing schools of the past, gathering spaces were often siloed for specific purposes. Classrooms were for learning. Cafeterias were for eating. Auditoriums were for assemblies. And outside was for recess. But as education has shifted and adapted to changes in technology, community, and curriculum, so too have gathering spaces. These spaces have become

  Are gathering spaces important? You bet! We know from research and from experience the close correlation between personal interactions, job performance, and cultural quality. Campus spaces should be more than just a functional asset—they can become a powerful strategic tool for authentic school growth. Think about gathering spaces in the context of our own