Marcraft, a DES partner, provides comprehensive out of the box learning solutions that include outstanding instructor support materials, customer service, and state of the art curriculum and hardware. For over 30 years, Marcraft has been producing electronics, computer, IT and mobile electronics training programs that excel in the classroom environment. [quote]Over 270,000 people work … Continued
This week (April 19-20, 2013) the Virginia SkillsUSA Competition will be held in Roanoke, VA. (www.vaskillsusa.org) DES and our partners would like to congratulate all the participants and sponsors on their achievements and thank them for their hard work. GOOD LUCK! If you are visiting us via our program add, see below for more information: … Continued
DES is proud to announce a new partnership with Ascend Learning (www.ascendlearningcte.com). Ascend Learning brings together assets from across the Ascend Learning family of companies to develop complete programs that give schools access to industry recognized certifications, high quality supporting resources for teachers and students, and opportunities for job exploration. The Ascend Family contains brands … Continued
The Spring 2013 issue of Architecture DC magazine includes a feature article “Two Cool Schools”, highlighting the firm Cox, Graae & Spack’s renovation/re-design of two DC Public High Schools, Woodrow Wilson HS, and H. D. Woodson HS. DES is proud to have worked closely with CGS architects on both projects, along with DCPS, including design … Continued
On Tuesday, February 26, DES partnered with Dr. Philip A. Reed, Chair, Department of STEM Education and Professional Studies, Darden College of Education, Old Dominion University on a Breakout Session Presentation at the 2013 Annual Conference of the Virgina Chapter of the Council of Educational Facility Planners, International (CEFPI). The presentation, “Designing a Facility to … Continued
DES is proud to announce our new, affordable 3D printing product line, the Afinia H-Series (www.afinia.com). This solution is looking to be an affordable and sustainable 3D printing technology for every Middle and High School Technology Education / Engineering classroom. DES is now the Authorized Educational Reseller for the Mid-Atlantic area, and is able to … Continued
[one_half] JOB NAME: Manning Science Building SCHOOL: Woodberry Forest School LOCATION: Woodberry Forest, VA PARTNER: Woodberry Forest School CONTRACTOR: Martin & Horn ARCHITECT: Bartzen & Ball DATE OF INSTALLATION: Summer, 2012 SUMMARY: In partnership with Bartzen & Ball and the Woodberry Forest Science Department Faculty, DES assisted in the design and fit-out of labs, lecture … Continued
[one_half] JOB NAME: Natural Science and Animal Science Buildings SCHOOL: Northern Virginia Community College, Loudoun County Campus LOCATION: Sterling, VA PARTNER: Northern Virginia Community College CONTRACTOR: Gilbane Construction ARCHITECT: Einhorn Yaffee Prescott Architecture & Engineering DATE OF INSTALLATION: Spring/Summer, 2012 SUMMARY: A project by Einhorn Yaffee Prescott Architecture and Engineering, including labs and rooms in … Continued
[one_half] JOB NAME: Engineering Academy SCHOOL: Thomas Edison High School LOCATION: Fairfax County, VA PARTNER: Fairfax County Public Schools CONTRACTOR: Dustin Construction DATE OF INSTALLATION: January, 2011 SUMMARY: In partnership with Fairfax County Public Schools, and collaborative vision of the Technology Education and Engineering Education Office, the Edison Engineering Academy Suite was created. This environment … Continued
DES Partners with FANUC Robotics FANUC Robotics America now offers Certified Education Robot Training to qualifying High Schools, Community Colleges, and Universities. With FANUC Robotics’ educational robots, students can learn to utilize the latest automation technology while applying Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Industrial robotics training in the classroom can safely be achieved through the … Continued
DES Offers New Reading RtI Solution Students advance through well-developed literacy continuums as they master essential skills needed to achieve reading proficiency. Students work their way through an organized and progressive series of “jobs” using hands-on materials. This systematic approach provides the students with many opportunities for practice and review, as well as clear and … Continued
Design Our architectural department is always available to meet with owners and architects to address specific challenges in laboratory environments. Through DES’ involvement, owners and architects can expect to receive highly functional “turn key” designs. Our involvement always addresses mechanical, electrical and plumbing requirements. Facility Planning One of the many services that DES provides is … Continued
[one_half] JOB NAME: Langley Education Campus – Living with Science Laboratory SCHOOL: Langley Education Campus LOCATION: Washington, DC PARTNER: Root Cause, Inc DATE OF INSTALLATION: December, 2011 SUMMARY: In partnership with DCPS Office of Innovation, Langley EC School Administration, and Root Cause, DES donated seating and LJ Create “Living with Science” software curriculum and equipment … Continued
[one_half] JOB NAME: Cosmetology Laboratory JOB SITE: C. S. Monroe Technical Center LOCATION: Leesburg, Virginia CONTRACTOR: Direct with Owner ARCHITECT: DES Inc. (for laboratory design only) PARTNER: Loudoun County Public Schools DATE OF INSTALLATION: December 2008 SUMMARY: DES worked closely with the teachers and administrators to design and renovate their cosmetology program. This included two … Continued
[one_half] JOB NAME: T. C. Williams High School LOCATION: Alexandria, Virginia CONTRACTOR: Hensel Phelps ARCHITECT: Moseley Architects PARTNER: Alexandria Public Schools DATE OF INSTALLATION: January – July 2007 SUMMARY: DES worked closely with Moseley as well as Alexandria Schools in the design and implementation of over 24 science classrooms and prep rooms as well as … Continued