Miley Achievement Center is an elementary, middle, and high school (K-12) organized around the “school within a school” concept. Each is formed around a central “exterior learning” courtyard. Common areas such as offices, the library, multi-purpose room, computer lab, and art room are easily accessed from the main corridor. Separate outdoor areas provide amenities that are age group appropriate.

The concept of utilizing the criteria established by LEED lends itself to the quality of the learning areas and improving the learning process. Natural day-lighting, energy efficient mechanical systems, and low maintenance materials were utilized. Through presentations and interactive exercises, concepts and goals were developed that reflect the best practices in education and a flexibility to embrace a variety of educational delivery options. Current trends in education, with great emphasis on visioning, were discussed at length.

2006 Nevada Best of 2006 Southwest Contractor, December 56-80.

AIA Nevada Design Awards (2004) Entry No. UB03013, Winner, Citation Award.
UNLV Architecture Studies Library holds: Form Core Boards, Project Identification Form, Project Entry Form, Photo Release Forms, Site Plan, Floor Plan, Elevations, Exterior Perspectives, Interior Perspectives, CD, and 10 Years of Excellence in Design (10YRS074)
*This project won a 2004 AIA Nevada Design Citation Award in the Unbuilt category.

AIA Nevada Design Awards (2006) Entry No. B06018, Submission.
UNLV Architecture Studies Library holds: Form Core Boards, Project Identification Form, Photo Release Form, Intern Compensation Disclaimer Form, Project Entry Form, Exteriors Photos, Site Plan, Floor Plans, Interior Photos and CD

“Miley Achievement Center, Las Vegas Nevada JMA Architecture Studios.” Learning by design (2005) 125.

UNLV Architecture Studies Library, Special Collections holds: Photo Montage Boards (CCSD 14))