I substantially agree with Peter on this.  But that is not what I argued.  I never spoke to the merits of the project.  I only stated that the research does not back up his assertion “These renovations can make a better education easier to achieve.”  He tacitly acknowledged that fact. 

Then and now, Peter made a case for renovations on which I expressed no position. 

Others may reply to this post to respond to Peter as they see fit.   Since I, myself, am among the great unwashed and I believe that comments should be free and stand on their merits, I welcome and value your views.