The concept design for the new 12,000 SF, 3-story Challenger Learning Center, was won through competition based on its ability to fully integrate sustainability into its’ core curriculum and mission. The EIRC, a public company specializing in education-related programs in association with the Challenger Center for Space Science Education plans to develop this facility to deliver Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs to 5th through 8th grade students. The EIRC was unanimous in their selection as the design aligns perfectly with their goal of delivering fully integrated education. The building components themselves will provide actual lesson plans. The project will seek a minimum LEED Silver certification.