K12 Facilities Forum

At the K12 Facilities Forum, Gabriel Trujillo, Superintendent of Tucson USD, discussed how Arizona's 3rd largest district embedded sustainability as a core facilities value rather than a box to check on a checklist. He also passionately explained why creating and maintaining first-class facilities is a cornerstone of providing a great experience for students and employees alike. "Facilities matter because they communicate what you think, what you feel, and what you believe about the students and staff that you serve," he said. Read the full article here: https://hubs.li/Q039LbmC0 Join us in Bonita Springs! ?? When: Nov. 9-11 ??? Where: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort + Spa ?? Secure your spot: https://hubs.li/Q036F1nH0

At the K12 Facilities Forum, the Center for Green Schools Director Anisa Heming recommended that facilities leaders incorporate climate considerations into current frameworks rather than develop separate resilience plans for their buildings. It's a more efficient and workable way to deal with climate-related facilities issues, she said, while urging leaders to expand Emergency Management Plans to address both power outages and anticipated climate disruptions. Read the full article here: https://hubs.li/Q036F15d0 Join us in Bonita Springs! ?? When: Nov. 9-11 ??? Where: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort + Spa ?? Secure your spot: https://hubs.li/Q036F1nH0

The K12 Facilities Forum is heading to sunny Bonita Springs, Florida! ?? Join facilities and operations leaders from America's largest districts for an intimate retreat to discuss how to make educational facilities safer, more sustainable, and operationally excellent. ?? When: Nov. 9-11 ??? Where: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort + Spa ?? Secure your spot: https://hubs.li/Q034KyWM0

In the face of multiple climate-related challenges in 2020-2021, Lake Oswego School District chose to go all-in on creating resiliency in its facilities, the district's Executive Director of Project Management Anthony Vandenberg explained at the K12 Facilities Forum. The result was River Grove Elementary, the nation's first microgrid-designed school, opened just last year. Can River Grove be a model for districts nationwide looking to inject resiliency into their facilities? Find out by reading the story below: https://lnkd.in/gp7k4Pfb

At the K12 Facilities Forum, Matthew Wark (Forsyth County Public Schools), Alex Belanger (Fresno USD), and Rachad Wilson (Brevard County Public Schools) shared strategies for balancing security needs, community trust, and student well-being to ensure school spaces are safe, welcoming, and open. Read the full story here ?? https://hubs.li/Q031rxQd0

In an era of skyrocketing construction costs and rapid student population growth, Forsyth County Schools in Georgia has developed innovative approaches to maximize their facilities budget. At the recent K12 Facilities Forum, Matt Wark, the district’s Chief Facilities Officer, shared how his district is finding creative ways to stretch dollars while maintaining high standards and great buildings. Watch the full talk here ??https://hubs.li/Q02_C1yY0 ?? Save the date for our next retreat in Bonita Springs, FL! (Nov 9-11, 2025): https://hubs.li/Q02_C39Q0

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Engaging speakers. Top-notch supplier meetings. A real-talk fireside chat with Darryl "DMC" McDaniels. A climb to the top of Tempe Butte...and a lot more... We did a lot on Day 2 of the K12 Facilities Forum, and it was a blast ??

Catch the highlights from Day 1 in this video: desert jeep tours, scavenger hunts, and live music! ?? ??? ??

Day 1 at the K12 Facilities Forum was filled with memorable moments! From a jeep tour into the Sonoran Desert to a Tempe scavenger hunt and an evening of stories and music with Brian Vander Ark. Ready for day 2!