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30 Genius School Ideas That You Wish You Had At School
CuriositiesMAY 11, 2017

30 Genius School Ideas That You Wish You Had At School

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Whether you’re in middle school, high school, university, or anything in between, it has never been a better time to be a student.
Classroom designs around the globe embrace smart and practical new technologies filled with bright ideas in their buildings, all geared toward making it easier for students to explore learning.
It’s not all just for show, either - a 2012 study by the Miami-Dade Public School Board showed that modern architecture school facilities using active learning methods contribute to the well-being and academic performance of students and that teachers working in a more technologically advanced environment are more likely to keep their jobs.
Here at Bored Panda, we think these ingenious upgrades and big ideas deserve some recognition, so we’ve put together a list of some of the most creative school hacks and cool things people have installed at their buildings.
Vote for the ones you’d most like to bring to your principal’s desk, and add photos of your own school’s smart creations below!

#1 Technical University Munich Put Slides In Their Building. I'm Pretty Jealous

School features large slides in the hallway, with students studying and socializing, showcasing innovative school ideas.
325points

#2 This Door In A Math Classroom

School genius idea: Door with angle markings on floor for measuring degrees easily.
317points

#3 My Son's Homework Has A Barcode That When Scanned Takes Him To An Instructional Youtube Video Posted By His Teacher Related To The Lesson

Math worksheet with fractions to decimals exercises; educational school idea with handwritten solutions and a QR code.
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305points

#4 My School's Periodic Table

Interactive periodic table display showcasing elements in a school hallway.
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289points

#5 This Japanese Kindergarten Is Built Around A Tree

Children playing in a modern treehouse school, showcasing creative school ideas integrated with nature.
285points

#6 I Found This In My School Computer Room

Creative school idea with cables forming hair on a humorous wall decoration with a face.
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281points

#7 My Son's School Has A Vending Machine For School Supplies

Vending machine for school supplies like pencils and pens against a brick wall.
279points

#8 New Preschool In Japan Collects Rainwater Into Puddles For Kids To Play In

Modern school design with an open courtyard, featuring tables and water play area, ideal for creative activities.
263points

#9 How My University Is Helping Us Get Over Exam Stress

Box labeled "Instant Exam-Stress Relieving Bubble Wrap" on a table, designed for stress relief in schools.
256points

#10 My Cooking Class Has A Mirror On The Ceiling So We Can See What The Teacher Is Doing

Cooking class demonstration with a teacher in front of a blackboard, viewed through a reflective mirror, showcasing genius school ideas.
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240points

#11 My University Has Coasters That Can Test Your Drink For Rape Drugs

Drink test coaster promoting school safety with steps to check if beverages are spiked; highlights the importance of safety awareness.
204points

#12 School Paints Lockers As Book Spines To Create An "Avenue Of Literature"

Colorful lockers painted to look like book spines in a school hallway, showcasing creative school ideas.
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204points

#13 Our Local High School Has Solar Panel Tables With Usb Outlet Ports For Students To Charge Their Devices

Solar-powered charging station in a school setting with benches, providing free device recharging for students.
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203points

#14 Hate Getting Stuck Behind Slow People On The Stairs? My School Just Put These In Everywhere On Campus

School stairs with lanes labeled walk, run, text in bright green markings, showcasing a clever school idea.
201points

#15 This School Has A Slide Direct From Classroom To Playground. Childhood Dream

Innovative school playground with a slide exiting a building, featuring modern design elements.
192points

#16 My Daughter's First Grade Classroom Has Desks With Pedals So Kids Can Move While Learning

Child using a bicycle desk at school, combining exercise and study for a genius school idea.
185points

#17 The Science Building In My University Has Periodic Tables

Periodic table-inspired classroom table, featuring the carbon element design, showcasing genius school ideas.
167points

#18 My University Provides Students With Dogs As A Stress Reliever During Finals Week

Therapy dog poster at library offers stress relief study break, showcasing genius school ideas for students.
160points

#19 My School Has Skateboard Parking

Innovative school idea: a skateboard lock rack attached to a brick wall outside, designed for student convenience.
152points

#20 My University Math Lab Chairs Have Binary On Them

Close-up of a chair fabric patterned with binary codes, representing genius school ideas in creative design.
147points

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