Educational Specifications for Modern Learning Environments
The approved AISD Educational Specifications sets the standard for the way educational facilities should be designed and built to support students and teachers. The document sets performance goals for development of appropriate physical space in locations that best meet the needs of learners.
Educational Specification and Project Development Manual Memos for the 2022 Bond Program
Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ ISD is committed to the continuous improvement of our learning spaces. As we design new spaces, inevitable lessons are learned. To ensure we can immediately benefit from these lessons learned, memos are released as soon as possible articulating any changes or required clarifications to our Educational Specifications (Ed Specs) and/or Project Development Manual (PDM). All memos will be incorporated into future formal Ed Specs and/or PDM updates.
Universal Design (UD) Standards
What is Universal Design?
As defined by the Center for Excellence in Universal Design, universal design is the design and composition of an environment so that it can be accessed, understood and used to the greatest extent possible by all people regardless of their age, size, ability or disability. All environments should be designed to meet the needs of all who wish to use it. By considering the diverse needs and abilities of all throughout the design process, universal design ensures environments enable all users to engage and thrive.
Project Development Manual
The purpose of this Project Development Manual (PDM) is to outline technical design requirements and preferences for facilities in the Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Independent School District to the consultants designing and administering the construction of facilities. This document is updated periodically to align with industry standards and preferences of the Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ ISD.
Project Development Manual (PDM)
Individual Chapter Downloads for the PDM (Revised April 2026)
The Project Development Manual is updated periodically.
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