The Harbour School in Baltimore County, Maryland and provides a unique and outstanding setting that was designed to enhance and support the programs and services required for 125 special-needs students between the ages of 6 and 21. The director of the school, Dr. Linda Jacobs, had previous experience with establishing a school in a commercial building in Annapolis, Maryland, and had also rented space to establish a school in another business park in Baltimore County. She had innovative educational ideas and a unique approach to addressing the needs and requirements of her students. Moving these forward in the facility planning process for a new school while considering the various issues related to the educational environment has led to a school building that effectively serves the students and facilitates teaching and learning. This school has a very warm and inviting feeling that makes students, their parents, the staff, and visitors immediately welcome. It is not a typical institutional setting and the program is supported and enhanced by the care and attention that initiated the original design and the final finishing details. Lucy and Puddin, the two resident cocker spaniels that roam the school and who help provide a homey atmosphere enthusiastically great all students and visitors.