4 Considerations for Saving K-12 Floor Space

Long-Term Solutions for Schools' Storage Needs

While many may think the school year takes place from fall to spring, administrators are constantly planning and strategizing to best position their schools' students and teachers for success. As the student and faculty requirements grow and new programs are launched to support syllabi and extra-curricular activities, a school's need to make the most of every square inch of their facilities intensifies. Forward-thinking administrators can accommodate this growth by utilizing efficient storage solutions to keep their elementary or high school organized while creating additional usable space for a myriad of activities.

Here are four major planning questions administrators need to answer when making storage design decisions.

Q: How can I create more space for athletic and physical education equipment storage?

A: If your equipment room is overcrowded and unorganized but you don't have the money to expand your space, high-density mobile storage is an excellent solution. By mounting shelving or cabinets onto a carriage and rail system, schools can eliminate fixed aisles and add more storage space in the same footprint, preventing clutter, damaged, loss, or theft.

Q: How will valuable, historical items be stored/displayed?

A: Items like yearbooks, student newspapers, and school board minutes help to show how students and teachers reacted to and were shaped by historical events. Our archival storage solutions help to preserve these documents in less space, keeping them organized and accessible when needed.

Q: How can I utilize extra space in my school library?

A: Whether you are making room for new collections or flexible use, our library storage solutions can provide the most for students and staff. Our products, like Flexible Shelving reduce your storage footprint, freeing up space for other things like collaborative workspaces and digital media access.

Q: How can I keep our school maintenance rooms organized?

A: Durable, steel constructed shelving units are engineered to enhance efficiency by keeping necessary items within arm's reach. In addition to optimizing space, these versatile shelving systems can be equipped with doors, drawers, trays, and other accessories to offer a customized solution. When storage requirements change, these shelving units can be easily reconfigured to meet your needs.

No matter which department in your school is in need of improvement, Spacesaver has solutions to fit your needs. Our nationwide network of experts offer personalized space-planning consultation to help you find the right long-term solution for your school.