Amana Academy serves nearly 800 students in grades K-8. The school focuses on project-based learning, design-thinking, and hands-on education, with an emphasis on outdoor learning. However, the large asphalt parking lot and outdated design presented safety challenges for students and families. After extensive planning with the City of Alpharetta and Goode Van Slyke Architects, the school decided to renovate the parking lot, incorporating green infrastructure like a bioswale to manage stormwater runoff. This environmentally friendly design will not only improve safety and aesthetics but also enhance the school’s STEM curriculum, offering students a real-world example of environmental stewardship.