Summer Refresh at Shawnee Mission South High School

August 21, 2024

As the summer of 2024 rolled around, Shawnee Mission South High School was ready for a change. Their principal, Becky Thiessen, envisioned a future-forward approach to education, focusing on the evolving needs of students and teachers. To bring this vision to life, they partnered with Fre3dom Interiors for a comprehensive summer refresh of learning spaces.

The goal was clear: replace traditional, rigid furniture with versatile, dynamic pieces that could adapt to the diverse learning styles and activities of modern classrooms. Fre3dom Interiors stepped up to the challenge, outfitting the school with an array of soft seating options, ottomans, tiered height seating, and brand-new chairs and desks. The result was a vibrant, flexible environment that catered to the present needs as well as anticipated future requirements.

Principal Thiessen was particularly keen on selecting furniture that would not only meet the current needs of their students and educators but also align with districts curriculum delivery plans and the essential skills students will need in the workplace. The new modular furniture allowed spaces to be reconfigured easily, fostering an atmosphere where both students and teachers could thrive in a variety of learning activities.

Teachers at Shawnee Mission South were thrilled with the transformation. The flexibility of the new furniture sparked creativity, enabling them to experiment with different layouts that best supported their instructional goals. Walking through the halls, one could feel the excitement as educators discovered new ways to arrange their classrooms, making the most of their refreshed, adaptable spaces.

Fre3dom Interiors didn’t just provide furniture; they provided a platform for innovation, ensuring that Shawnee Mission South High School is ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow with confidence.