Creating inspiring environments for educators & students.

The furniture decisions you make today will impact learners and educators in your school for multiple generations to come.

Your needs differ from the school down the road, and that’s why we approach each project with an open mind and tailored solution. Education is not one-size-fits-all, and the furniture shouldn’t be either.

We PARTNER with districts, architecture & design firms, consulting groups, and general contractors who share a passion for the impacts of space on learning environments.

We LISTEN to our clients’ unique experiences and goals, knowing that candid conversations are the foundation of a successful project.

We EMPOWER our education clients to integrate purposeful 21st-century principles into their furniture solutions that directly support teaching and learning methods.

We GUIDE our clients through the long and complex process of furniture procurement, including listening sessions, piloting, design development, specification, purchasing, installation, and all the crucial details in between.

We SUPPORT our clients long after project completion. Our team is here for all your future services and needs, no matter the size.

Returning to School

Returning to School

Even before the pandemic, education was undergoing a transformation that will go on long after the virus threat subsides. The experiences students, educators and administrators have had during the pandemic have accelerated and amplified trends in education that were already in motion. The following resources can help you navigate how to return to school.

Returning to School Resources

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How to Utilize Stimulus Money

Included in the Stimulus Funding passed by Congress was billions of dollars targeted at education. With deadlines approaching, it is important that schools are aware of how to access these funds and utilize them in a way that will help staff and students return to better.

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Learn Better

The experiences students, educators and administrators have had during the pandemic has accelerated trends in education and is shaping expectations for the future of learning. Learn what students and educators need and expect in Steelcase’s updated Learn Better 360 Article.

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Bring Students Back

Safely returning K-12 schools to some degree of in-person learning is a monumental challenge. Smith System’s innovative furniture helps schools forge ahead with confidence. This guide shows how to create safe, cohesive and re-energized learning communities.

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Meet the GOP K-12 Team

Meet the GOP K-12 Team

The GOP Education team is comprised of consultants, designers, sales support, project managers, and installers who specialize in education spaces. Together we are the market leaders in solutions & service.

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The Team

KATE RECKINGER | Director of Education Sales

Kate leads our clients, new and tenured, through the intricacies of contract furniture, design, and education. As the Director of Education Sales, Kate will help with the planning and execution of your projects.

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JACKI LABERDA | Education Account Manager

Jacki is responsible for managing the team and ensuring your requests are completed to your satisfaction. Jacki will serve as your main point of contact and will support the coordination of furniture design, order, and installation.

RENIE BROWN | Design Team Lead

Renie is responsible for the strategic furniture layout, project renderings, hosting interactive work sessions, and all product specifications, including working with your team for incorporating finishes.

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JENNIFER BROZEK | Sales Administration Manager

Jennifer manages all aspects of our internal process by working with manufacturers to fulfill your orders correctly and on time. She will handle the processing, confirmation and acknowledgement tracking of your order.

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BOB SEIM | Project Coordinator

Bob will oversee everything operations. He will attend construction meetings to coordinate with the other trades on site and your project team. He also handles all of the project management details; plan, coordinate, schedule deliveries and receiving, scheduling the installation crew, and overseeing the install.

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Our Trusted Partners

Our Trusted Partners

Our partners all represent best in-class design, quality, and reliability and can offer you unique strengths, offerings, and price-points for your project.

Arcadia Community Falcon / Thonet
Integra Jonti-Craft KI
Watson OFS Brands MediaTechnologies
WB Manufacturing Lakeshore Learning Palmer Hamilton
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PARTNER CONTRACTS

General Office Products is a participating dealer in several pre-completed contracts and GPOs. These agreements allow us to offer highly competitive pricing to organizations in the education sector. Learn More

Education Resources

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Learning From Home Products

Just as working from home has its own challenges, so can learning from home. Take a look at some of our quick-ship options to help create your own home learning environment.

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Project Highlights

We have partnered with districts, architecture & design firms, consulting groups, and general contractors who share a passion for the impacts of space on learning environments.

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Post-COVID Learning Spaces 

As institutions plan for in-person classes and activities to return in waves, they need a strategy for the post-COVID physical environment that follows new social distancing safety protocols and allows people to interact and learn.

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