This publication was developed to suggest approaches to solving some of the basic problems faced by those planning new facilities and renovations or alterations of existing buildings. It is not intended as a total resource reference for school construction. The chapters in the book are presented in the same sequence as their subjects would generally be considered when a school district plans a construction project. The chapters cover the following topics: (1) the importance of educational specifications, (2) fiscal planning for school construction, (3) selecting an architect--the school board's perspective, (4) selecting an architect--the architect's perspective, (5) the process of site selection, (6) public school sites--a statement of policy, (7) construction management, (8) turnkey construction, (9) value engineering, (10) equipment purchase and installation, (11) energy conservation, and (12) construction administration. (Author/MLF)