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Saturday, April 6, 2024
North Texas Volunteer Day Helping United to Learn
Dear A4LE North Texas Chapter Members,
Let's unite to make a real difference in our community! We're thrilled to announce our inaugural North Texas Volunteer Day event in partnership with United to Learn, a remarkable education nonprofit dedicated to closing opportunity gaps in our public elementary schools.
On April 6, 2024, join us for a day of meaningful action as we rally together to support a local school campus in need of project improvements. Past half-day projects have included building outdoor learning spaces, assembling offices/desks, and refreshing playgrounds—initiatives that directly enhance the learning environment for countless children. Our organization's minimum fundraising goal is
$5,000.
As members of the North Texas Chapter, we have a unique opportunity to create lasting impact through supporting and volunteering to improve the place where children learn.
Sponsorship options include:
Corporate Sponsorship:
- $500 for 2 people
- $1,000 for 4 people
Individual Donation:
To contribute to Community Campus Day, please visit the following links:
Please take a moment to watch these videos to learn more about the impact of United to Learn and our upcoming volunteer day:
We're excited to have you and the North Texas Chapter plugged into this incredible initiative. Thank you for your commitment to giving back to our community and supporting education.
Emerging Professionals Breakfast
March 27, 2024
7:00 – 8:00 AM
Taco Joint Preston Center
6112 Luther Lane
Dallas, TX 75225
Free to attend, please RSVP for accurate headcount.
Chapter Event
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Central
Game Development & Design School
510 SW Wilshire Blvd.
Burleson, TX 76028
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Breaking Down Walls: Spaces for Non-Traditional Learning
A tech-heavy curriculum requires an educational environment that mirrors the industry it feeds. The Game Development & Design School offers such a setting, catering to bright and intelligent students who don't fit the mold of industrial-age education.
Speakers:
Terry Hoyle, CEO, Pfluger Architects
Terry is the CEO of Pfluger Architects and has served North Texas educational clients for over three decades.
Brad Schilder, Principal of Game Development Design School, Burleson ISD
Learning Objectives:
- Learn how to design educational spaces that promote individualized learning and engagement through the integration of open-concept, classroom-free environments and technology-driven design elements.
- Understand how the integration of coding, game design, and development into the curriculum necessitated creative architectural solutions for educational and support spaces, including accommodating essential functions like dining and physical education within a classroom-free environment.
- Explore the challenges and solutions in creating a new educational facility within an existing structure, focusing on the architectural and design strategies used to optimize space, facilitate self-paced learning, and accommodate a technology-focused curriculum.
- Participants will have the opportunity to observe the curriculum in action.
HSW Project Planning and Design: Tailoring educational spaces to support individualized learning directly impacts student welfare by fostering an environment accommodating diverse learning needs and styles. This approach can lead to improved mental health and academic performance, demonstrating a commitment to the welfare of students by creating a supportive and adaptable learning environment.
Programming and Analysis: Integrating functions such as dining and physical education into a classroom-free environment requires thoughtful design. Creative solutions in layout and materials selection work together to remove ancillary distractions from the educational core.
Project Development and Documentation: Materials and systems design were fine-tuned to control sound and light in a completely open environment full of students. Acoustical attenuation was achieved through wall treatment, flooring selection, and soft seating. Lighting levels were precisely controlled throughout the day to maintain optimum energy levels.
Project Team:
Architect of Record: Alex Zulas
Structural Engineer: The Structural Alliance
Mechanical & Electrical Engineer: IEG
Civil Engineer: Glenn Engineering
Contractor: Jackson
Specialized Consultants: Acoustician –DPA
Owner: Burleson ISD
Members / School Districts: FREE |
Non-members: $20
Event Sponsors:
JEDI Event
March 2, 2024
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Dallas ISD Career Institute North
10115 Midway Rd, Dallas, TX 75229
A4LE Pathways – Career Fair and Summer Internships for High School Students
To showcase careers involved in ALL parts of
Educational Facility Planning:
- Educators & Administrators
- School District Facility & Construction Project Managers
- Architects & Engineers
- Vendors
- Construction Careers (GCs, Subs, Specialties)
- Any others are also welcomed
Contact Roberto Ramirez or anyone on the board, if you want to be involved.
Free for attendees. Please RSVP.
$30 for businesses to host a career table top in the cafeteria. Limited to 30 tables. Setup starts at 8:00 am.
Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
February 28, 2024
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Turning Point Beer
1307 Brown Trail
Bedford, TX 76022
Free to attend!
Chapter Event
February 21, 2024
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Central
Dallas College
Northlake North Campus Construction Science Building
101 S. Royal Lane, Coppell, TX 75019
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Contractor Panel – Cost Panel and Trends in the Education Market
Come hear from a panel of contractors as they speak to current cost trends and other relevant trends in the Education Market in North Texas.
Speakers:
Moderator: Jorden Dial, Joeris General Contractors
Panelists:
Steve Normand, Core Construction
Jim Graham, Joeris General Contractors
Andrew Earhart, Beck Construction
Learning Objectives:
- Understand current cost trends in the education market in North Texas.
- Understand current supply chain trends in the construction industry.
- Understand what Dallas College and the Construction Education Foundation is doing to help educate new talent for the construction and trades industry.
Project Team:
Architect of Record: Beck Architecture
Landscape Architect: Cay Cook & Associates
Structural & Civil Engineer: JQ
Electrical & Mechanical Engineer: ME Engineers
Contractor: Joeris General Contractors
Owner: Dallas College
Members / School Districts: FREE |
Non-members: $20
Registration closes on February 20 at 5:00 PM Central
Event Sponsors:
2024 Kick Off Party
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
5:00 – 9:00 pm Central
CORE Headquarters
6320 Research Road
Frisco, TX 75033
Come for a night of fun, networking, dinner and awards!
Free to attend. Please RSVP for accurate headcount.
Emerging Professionals Holiday Event
December 14, 2023
5:00 pm Central
Hide Cocktail Bar
1928 Greenville Avenue
Dallas, TX 75206
Join us for the Emerging Professionals White Elephant Gift Exchange. Bring a gift and let's celebrate with food, music and drink! $15 dollar minimum.
Please RSVP for accurate headcount!
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Chapter Event
December 7, 2023
11:00 am – 1:00 pm Central
Town of Prosper Public Safety Campus
801 Safety Way, Prosper, TX 75078
Park in lot of off Safety Way –
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Prioritizing Safety Through Partnership
Prosper ISD is one of fast growth with build out expected to serve over 50,000 students. This program will explore the cooperative strategies established to ensure safe school environments throughout the district. The Prosper ISD Assistant Police Chief, Town of Prosper Police Chief and a Certified Security Consultant will discuss how one towns mission to support and promote healthy learning and teaching environments is all about a well-intentioned solid partnership. Great school-community relationships bolster increased learning opportunities and create a sense of security. Join us as we discuss how one town, driven by community, shares ownership, responsibilities and benefits from a partnership designed to protect.
Learning Objectives:
- Explore the benefits of school district and municipal combined tactical training and preparedness.
- Highlight the latest in security innovations in education facility design.
- Hear how the school district works in tandem with surrounding jurisdictions to expand upon resources and stay connected.
- Gain knowledge to discuss practical cooperative approaches that can be implemented to improve school safety.
Project Team:
Architect of Record: BRW Architects
Landscape Architect: David McCaskill Design Group
Structural Engineer: JQ Engineering
Electrical & Mechanical Engineer: MEPCE
Civil Engineer: Pacheco Koch
Contractor: Pogue Constrution
Owner: Town of Prosper Police Department
Presenters:
Steve Johnson, AIA,
Director, BRW Architects
Doug Kowalski,
Chief of Police, Town of Prosper
Charlie Howell, CSC,
Principal, Howell Design Group
Members & School Districts: Free | Non-Members: $20
Attendance limited to 45 people.
Registration closes on December 6, 2023 at 5:00 pm.
Event Sponsor:
Emerging Professionals Breakfast
November 29, 2023
7:00 – 8:00 am
Taco Joint Preston Center
6112 Luther Lane
Dallas, TX 75225
Free to attend, please RSVP by November 28.
Event Sponsor:
Presentation & Tour
November 15, 2023
4:00 – 6:00 pm
2 LU AIA Credits Available
Student Centered Space Supporting Collaboration + Wellness
Sheffield Elementary School,
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD
18111 Kelly Blvd, Dallas, TX 75287
Parking available in main parking lot –
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Presenters:
Craig Drone, LPA Principal, Dallas Studio Director
Lelia Goehring, CFBISD Director of Planning & Construction
Robert Atchison, Principal, Sheffield ES
This session will share the designer, district and campus process in the design and operation of the new Sheffield Elementary School in Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD. The project is the result of a collaborative district focused on providing 22nd century learning spaces for all students of all needs. Through a collaborative and community driven process the neighborhoods and decentralized administration and library spaces support student collaboration and student wellness. Recently achieving LEED certification, the Sheffield ES project celebrates energy efficient design and resilient campus solutions.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the connections between campus design and student health and wellness.
- Discover the student and educators’ feedback on a “22nd century” learning environment.
- Listen to direct user feedback to understand the use of space and future adaptability.
Project Team:
Architect of Record: LPA, Inc.
Landscape Architect: LPA, Inc. / CCA Landscape Architects, Inc.
Structural Engineer: LA Fuess
Electrical & Mechanical Engineer: EMA Engineers
Civil Engineer: Glenn Engineers
Contractor: Jackson Construction
Members & School Districts: Free | Non-Members: $20
Registration closes on November 14, 2023 at 5:00 pm.
Event Sponsors:
Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
October 26, 2023
4:00 – 6:00 pm
The Rustic
3656 Howell St
Dallas, TX 75204
Free to attend, please RSVP for accurate headcount.
Presentation & Tour
October 24, 2023
4:00 – 6:00 pm
Bringing Everyone Under One Roof – The Arlington ISD Administration Building
690 E Lamar Blvd, Arlington, TX 76011
Parking available in main parking lot –
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Happy Hour to follow Presentation and Tour (TBD)
Presenters:
Dr. Steven Wurtz, Interim Superintendent of Schools, Arlington ISD
Kelly Horn, Assistant Superintendent of Facility Services, Arlington ISD
Beverly Fornof, Vice President, Corgan
This session will highlight opportunities that arise when centralizing administration in a large district, requiring well planned change-management and workplace strategies, as well as practical challenges with construction and phasing within a complex existing facility. The interior of a five-story building was gutted to allow for an open-concept design which facilitates innovation between departments, minimizing isolated offices. The needs of each department were met without losing the vision of unity and collaboration. The health and wellbeing of all employees and the community is elevated by the design quality, with careful attention to bring natural light deep in the building.
Learning Objectives:
- Discover opportunities that arise when centralizing administration in a large district.
- Learn change-management and workplace strategy concepts and implementation.
- Gain strategies to respond to challenges with construction and phasing within a complex existing facility.
- Learn how to respond strategically to continued input and requested changes during design and construction, requiring agility and design flexibility.
Project Team:
Architect of Record: Corgan
Landscape Architect: Ramsey Landscape Architects
Structural Engineer: Alpha Consultant Engineers
Electrical & Mechanical Engineer: B&H
Civil Engineer: Glenn Engineering
Contractor: Key Construction
Owner: Arlington ISD
Members & School Districts: Free | Non-Members: $20
Registration closes October 23, 2023.
Event Sponsor:
Annual Golf Tournament
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Friday, October 6, 2023
Coyote Ridge Golf Club
1640 West Hebron Parkway
Carrollton, TX 75010
Phone: 972.395.0786
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Arrival time for Sponsors at 7:00 am to be shuttled to course holes
Check-in: 8:00 am for Players in ballroom
Shotgun start: 9:00 am
Bring Cash/Card for Raffle Tickets
SOLD OUT |
| GOLF SPONSORSHIPS |
| Title Sponsor SOLD |
$8,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Special recognition at dinner/awards
- Tournament signage at check-in and single sign on course hole
- Website signage
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 16 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Breakfast Sponsor SOLD |
$3,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage at dinner / awards
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Lunch Sponsor SOLD |
$3,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage at dinner / awards
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Course Beverage Sponsor SOLD |
$3,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Opportunity to come out during registration and lunch
- Tournament signage + lunch after
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Raffle Sponsor (2 Available) SOLD |
$3,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament Signage
- Special recognition raffle drawing
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Air Cannon (Shot Gun) Golf Sponsor SOLD |
$3,000 |
www.patriotgolfoftexas.com – Yes, it is as cool as it sounds!
- 1 Foursome
- Signage at hole or on fairway on a Par 5
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Goody Bag Sponsor SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo on Goody Bag
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Hat Sponsor SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on hats received in player goodie bags
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Towel Sponsor SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on towels in goodie bags
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Golf Ball Sponsor SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on golf balls received in player goodie bags
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Hand Sanitizer Sponsor SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo on Hand Sanitizer
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| GPS Screen Sponsor SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on GPS Screen in each cart at each hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Trophy Sponsor SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Putt-Putt Tournament Sponsor SOLD |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at putting green prior to tournament
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Hole-in-One Sponsor SOLD |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Par 3 hole and single sign at course hole
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
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| Men's Longest Drive Sponsor SOLD |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Single sign at course hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
The Garland Company
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| Women's Longest Drive Sponsor SOLD |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Single sign at course hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Hole Sponsor (18 Available) SOLD |
$1,750 each |
- 1 Foursome
- Signage at Hole
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
- Set up own tent, marketing materials
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| Snack Station Sponsor SOLD |
$1,500 |
- NO TEAM
- Opportunity to have 4 representatives at Driving Range
- Representatives to setup a snack station on course. Representatives to provide snacks of their choosing.
- Tournament signage at check-in and special recognition at dinner / awards
- Website signage
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| 19th Hole Sponsor SOLD |
$1,000 |
- NO TEAM
- Recognition of sponsorship on side beverage cart
- Website signage
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| Closet to the Pin Sponsor SOLD |
$1,000 |
- NO TEAM
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at hole
- Tournament signage at check-in and special recognition at dinner / awards
- Website signage
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| Driving Range Sponsor SOLD |
$1,000 |
- NO TEAM
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at Driving Range
- Tournament signage at check-in and special recognition at dinner/awards
- Website signage
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Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
September 28, 2023
4:00 – 6:00 pm
Community Beer Co.
3110 Commonwealth Dr
Dallas, TX 75247
Free to attend, please RSVP for accurate headcount.
Event Sponsor: $250
RSVP closes September 27, 2023.
Chapter Program
September 26, 2023
11:00 am – 1:00 pm CST
Northwest ISD: Worthington Middle School
1045 Mascot Blvd, Haslet, TX 76052
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BUILDING A COMMUNITY VISION: Setting a New Middle School Educational Standard for a Fast-Growth District
Program Presenters:
- Patrick Glenn, Glenn|Partners, Partner | Managing Principal
- Tim McClure, Northwest ISD, Assistant Superintendent for Facilities
- Gary Aanenson, CORE Construction, Vice President
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
Event Sponsor:
Emerging Professionals Breakfast
August 22, 2023
7:00 am
Taco Joint
Preston Center Plaza
6112 Luther Lane
Dallas, TX
Free to attend, please RSVP for headcount.
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Annual Bowling Tournament
Benefiting the Emerging Professionals Program
Thursday, July 27, 2023
Location: Bowlmor Lanes
3805 Beltline Road
Addison, TX 75001
Registration: 5:30 pm
Tournament Start: 6:00 pm
Awards: 8:00 pm
Hors d'oeuvres will be served
For more information contact Kelly Arredondo at [email protected] or Max Milan at [email protected].
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| Fees |
| Tournament Sponsor* |
$2,000 |
| Food Sponsor* |
$1,000 |
| Lane Sponsor* |
$700 |
| Prize Sponsor |
$350 |
* These sponsorships include up to 6 players
Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
June 29, 2023
5:00 pm
The Rustic
3656 Howell St.
Dallas, TX
Free to attend.
For more information contact Doug Shay at
[email protected].
Chapter Lunch & Tour
June 14, 2023
11:30 AM
Webb Elementary School
1300 N Cooper St, Arlington, TX 76011
Webb is a school community where their bilingual culture, history of outreach, and presence in the heart of the community is embraced and celebrated. True to their mission to empower students through innovative learning experiences, Arlington ISD initiated a program that engaged everyone from the Superintendent to the youngest students.
Join us for an engaging conversation to learn what worked and didn’t. What tools can we give the teachers and staff to enhance the school’s outcomes? How can we make a school both functional and inspiring so that it will be used to its fullest potential for years to come?
Learning Objectives:
- Learn what tools were used to foster ownership of the new replacement elementary schools.
- Understand how various tools can be used to gain a better understanding of post construction outcomes both facility and education driven.
- Learn how to engage the school staff to be active participants in using the school to its fullest potential.
- Discover how continued engagement leads to design outcomes that reflect the spirit of a diverse, inclusive, and giving school community.
Project Team:
Architect of Record: BRW Architects
Landscape Architect: SMR Landscape Architects, Inc.
Structural Engineer: JQ
Electrical & Mechanical Engineer: MEPCE
Civil Engineer: MJ Thomas Engineering
Contractor: Lee Lewis
Owner: Arlington ISD
Presenters:
Anne Hildenbrand, AIA, ALEP, Principal, BRW Architects and
Wm. Kelly Horn, Assistant Superintendent of Facility Services.
Enter the building at the secure main entrance facing N. Cooper Street. On-site parking is available. Sign-in and Lunch starts at 11:30 am, Chapter Announcements and Program starts at 12:00 pm and Tour will begin immediately after program at 1:00 pm.
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
Register by June 13.
Event Sponsors
Chapter Event
May 17, 2023
4:40 pm
Minett Elementary School
16000 Peyton Abbey Rd, Frisco, TX 75033
Beyond Classrooms: How Frisco ISD is Evolving its Elementary Education
Educational facility design goals are often developed to support and align with an organization’s teaching and learning strategies. Since these methods evolve over time, strategic reassessment of project goals defined during the planning stage of a multi-year bond program are sometime necessary to ensure that projects delivered toward the end of a bond program reflect the current state of aspirations desired for student outcomes.
This presentation will explore how a planned re-site elementary school project sought to incorporate evolving teaching and learning practices and how an interactive planning process resulted in a reimagined school design centered on genuine student learning experiences. The spatial layout is highly flexible, accommodating daily adaptations with varying sized spaces supporting different size learner group arrangements. Minett Elementary School’s organization of learning spaces works in partnership with innovative curriculum to produce results defined by Frisco ISD’s future ready profile for learners.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn about the tools developed for interactive, virtual visioning sessions.
- Explore how Minett ES relates to new TEA new Flexibility Levels by creatively defining learning spaces.
- Discover how design is driven by the curriculum and how its adaptable to the student’s changing needs.
- Analyze how this innovative design compares to traditional schools regarding spatial utilization.
Project Team:
Architect of Record: Stantec
Landscape Architect: Ramsey Landscape Architects
Structural Engineer: Stantec
Electrical & Mechanical Engineer: Image Engineering Group
Civil Engineer: RLK Engineering
Contractor: Lee Lewis Construction
Owner: Frisco ISD
Speakers:
Trey Laird, AIA, North Texas K-12 Market Leader, Stantec
Scott Warstler, Chief Operations Officer, Frisco ISD
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
Chapter Event
March 22, 2023
11 am – 1 pm
Polytechnic High School
1300 Conner Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76105
Master Planning: The Big Picture Perspective
Presenter: Lisa Lamkin, FAIA, LE Fellow, Principal, BRW Architects
A thorough understanding of the strategic plan for each campus is essential to a successful long-term master plan. Comprehensive master planning helps address fundamental adaptations and prepares a strategy for moving forward. This presentation will explore 3 aging high school campuses, their unique master planning solutions, and the importance of building an effective design framework. Understanding the complex campus infrastructure is imperative to strategically prioritize all aspects of phasing and funding plans involved with multiple significant additions. By asking the right questions early and really listening to the answers – we can make the most responsible impact on the campus.
Learning Objectives:
- Explore how a district strategic plan develops into a campus specific master plan Understand process of determining major strengths and weaknesses of existing campuses.
- Explore 3 unique master planning solutions specific to campuses with multiple past and planned additions.
- Gain the knowledge to strategically prioritize all aspects of phasing and funding plans involved with multiple significant additions.
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
Chapter Panel Discussion
February 23, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 pm CST
DeWitt Perry Middle School
1709 E Belt Line Road
Carrollton, TX 75006
Join us for a discussion on Construction Cost / Material Procurement Challenges – 2023 Forecast.
Gary Aanenson | CORE Construction (Moderator) and Malcolm Mulroney | CFBISD
Learning Objectives:
- Construction Cost Trends
- Construction Cost Forecasting
- Material Procurement Challenges
- Material Procurement Forecasts
Project Team:
Architect of Record: VLK Architects
Landscape Architect: The Landscape Alliance
Structural Engineer: L.A. Fuess Partners
Electrical & Mechanical Engineer: EMA Engineering & Consulting
Civil Engineer: RLK Engineering
Contractor: CORE Construction
Specialized Consultants: True North Consulting Group
Owner: Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
Event Sponsors:
Chapter Tour & Happy Hour
January 18, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 pm CST
Smithfield Elementary
Birdville Independent School District
8001 Northeast Parkway,
North Richland Hills, TX 76182
Happy Hour to follow at 6:15 pm:
Back Forty BBQ
8021 Main St, North Richland Hills, TX 76182
The Challenge: Replacement of the existing elementary school. The team designed a new
98,000 sq ft. elementary school that would reflect the contextual history and rebuild a
sense of community. A future forward, transformational learning environment will
accommodate and support all learners based on current and future programs,
partnerships, and pedagogical strategies of Birdville Independent School District.
Positioned as the anchor for the historic Smithfield Train District, Smithfield elementary
school highlights social and emotional wellbeing, while creating a place that embodies an
inclusive learning environment. The design tells a story of a deep and rich historical
context while considering a holistic design approach for the future of learning. Local
biophilia, natural materials, textures, and colors are uniquely considered throughout the
interior experience. The dynamic spaces of discovery, sensory engagement and
delight are reflective of the district’s imperatives of Community, Collaboration,
Transformation, Sustainability and Safety.
The ‘heart of the school,’ two-story Learning Commons, features ample natural lighting
that encompasses the learning stair, maker space ‘cabin’ and reading hive. As a school
with one of the largest Autism Programs, Smithfield prioritizes the sensory needs of its
Special Education students as well as unique sensory considerations for all learners.
Using evidence-based design, HKS created a sensory well-being hub that features an
outdoor sensory path, and interior active, respite and playful zones that allow students to
discover, play and restore within their individual comfort levels. Outdoor and indoor
spaces are positioned in harmony to provide a healthy, safe, creative and responsible
learning destination.
Learning Objectives:
- Define and understand what comprises a Learning Community regarding Pedagogy and Student Access to Educational needs. are reflective of the district’s imperatives of Community, Collaboration, Transformation, Sustainability and Safety.
- Describe the importance of Sensory Appropriate application for Access to Education in Personalized ways for each individual student.
- Understanding the Benefits of a Sensory Informed Design.
- Social and Emotional Wellness gained in Learning Environments that have a strong connection to outdoors and biophilic design.
- The importance of programming Learning Environments that enhance student achievement though discovery, sensory engagement, and delight. are reflective of the district’s imperatives of Community, Collaboration, Transformation, Sustainability and Safety.
Project Team:
Architect of Record: HKS Architects
Landscape Architect: Caye Cook Associates
Structural Engineer: Jaster Quintanita
Electrical Engineer: Tim Yaggi
Civil Engineer: RLG
Mechanical Engineer: EMA
Contractor: Ratcliff Constructors
Specialized Consultants: Acoustics – iD!BRi
Owner: Birdville ISD
Moderator:
Farheen Charanya, AIA, LEED Assoc
Farheen is a Vice President at HKS and serves as a Sr. Designer for the K-12 Education Studio Practice. Farheen has a love for connecting with people and places she serves. Farheen begins with a blank slate to listen and absorb the client’s needs. Through careful analysis of the local parameters she works toward a multi-faceted solution, rooted within a design concept. This approach provides design thinking that can uncover pragmatic solutions geared toward solving the needs of the stakeholders it serves while aiming to make an impact beyond the project. In addition to being a member of the architectural community, Farheen is actively involved within HKS initiatives such as NextGen, J.E.D.I. and Citizen HKS.
Panelists:
O. Wayne Reynaud, AIA, REFP, ICA, WELL AP
Wayne is a Principal at HKS and serves as the Southern Region K-12 Studio Practice Leader. He has spent his entire career focused on Public Educational Facility Design. Coming from a family of Public School Support services and educators, He has a passion for equitable access to education to every student and effecting safe learning environments.
Adelia Schleusz, RID, IIDA
Adelia currently serves as the Global Practice Director for Education Interiors, Principal at HKS, a thought leader, design researcher that remains active among the design community. Her unique background in psychology and broad experiences as a life-long learner influence a deep appreciation for unique cultures, communities, and individuals.
Melissa Pellegrino, School Principal Smithfield Elementary School
Mary Ann Wellborn, Speech Teacher
Lexi Chappell, SEEC (Special Education Early Childhood) Teacher
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
Event Sponsor:
Holiday Party & Impact Award Announcements
Thursday, December 8, 2023
5:30 – 8:30 PM
Town Hall @ The Sound – Cypress Waters
3111 Olympus Blvd, Coppell, TX 75019
Please join us for an evening of fun, celebration and reflection on 2022 with your friends and colleagues!
Free to attend, please RSVP for an accurate headcount.
Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
November 22, 2022
5:00 pm
Sidecar Social
5100 Belt Line Rd.
Addison, TX 75254
Free to attend.
Lunch Meeting & Tour
November 16, 2022
11:30 am
Bryan Adams High School
Dallas ISD
2101 Millmar Dr
Dallas, TX 75228
Advocacy for student performing arts has driven a radical update to the Education Specification implemented by Dallas ISD. DISD’s vision to become the best urban District in the United States places Fine Arts at the forefront. The vision is built on increased student participation in extracurricular activities such as Fine Arts. As the former Director of Theatre and Dance for Dallas ISD, Rachel Harrah has championed an extensive effort to enhance Theatre and Dance programs and develop consistent high standards for facilities across the District.
Previously, the Bryan Adams High School theater program inhabited an oversized portable building. The staff and students creatively transformed the portable to function in a vastly undersized and underequipped space. As part of a new addition and renovation, the theatre program will be moving into a new state-of-the-art 3,500 SF black box, a fully functional costume studio, and new scene shop. The design of these spaces provided a new design paradigm and lessons learned in the development of new theatre educational specifications for the District. Come learn what’s new in Theater Design and why it matters for students.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify needs of a performing arts program like theatre.
- Derive lessons learned from a significant overhaul of Education Specifications driven by motivated administration and skilled design-professionals.
- Investigate possible outcomes and challenges for a performing arts program in a new facility.
- Evaluate the process of developing and implementing a new design paradigm for programs in Dallas ISD.
Project Team:
Architect of Record: BRW Architects
Landscape Architect: SMR Landscape Architects, Inc.
Structural & Civil Engineer: Click Engineering
Electrical & Mechanical Engineer: MEPCE
Contractor: Sedalco
Specialized Consultants: Wrightson | Johnson | Haddon | Williams and Kirkegaard Associates
Owner: Dallas ISD
Speakers:
Rachel Harrah,
Harrah LLC, Former Dallas ISD Director of Theater & Dance
Dave Viera,
ASTC
Abby Hiles, AIA, BRW Architects
Agenda:
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11:30 am |
Sign-in and Lunch |
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12:00 pm |
Chapter Announcements and Program |
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1:00 pm |
Tour |
Parking:
Enter the building at the secure main entrance facing Millmar Drive. On-site parking is available from Millmar Drive, west of the school building.
Members / SD: FREE |
Non-members $20
Lunch Sponsors:
Annual Golf Tournament
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Friday, October 21, 2022
Coyote Ridge Golf Club
1640 West Hebron Parkway
Carrollton, TX 75010
Phone: 972.395.0786
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Check-in: 8:00 am
Shotgun start: 9:00 am
Arrival time for Sponsors at 7:00 am to be shuttled to course holes
Check-in for Players starts at 8:00 am in ballroom
Shotgun start at 9:00 am
Bring Cash/Card for Raffle Tickets
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| GOLF SPONSORSHIPS |
| Selfie Booth Sponsor – Unavailable |
$1,250 |
- Tournament Signage
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at Clubhouse Ballroom to run the selfie booth
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
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| Bathroom Station Sponsor – Unavailable |
$1,250 |
- Tournament Signage
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at course restrooms to provide toiletries to players
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
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| Scorecard Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,000 |
- Tournament Signage
- Logo on paper scorecard
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
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| Table Center Piece Sponsor – Unavailable |
$1,000 |
- Tournament Signage
- Logo at Clubhouse Ballroom table center pieces
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
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| Title Sponsor – SOLD |
$8,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Special recognition during slide presentation at lunch/awards ceremony
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- Social Media Promotion
- 12 complimentary drink tickets
- 16 complimentary raffle tickets
- Opportunity to provide company swag for all attendees in goodie bags (175 count)
- Opportunity to provide company signage to be displayed at check-in
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| GPS Screen Sponsor – SOLD |
$3,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Signage displayed on GPS screen in each cart at each hole
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Hat Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on hats received in player goodie bags
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Golf Ball Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on golf balls received in player goodie bags
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Goody Bag Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on player goodie bags
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Beverage Cart Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Signage recognition on beverage cart
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Breakfast Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo sticker on breakfast burritos
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Lunch Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Signage near lunch buffet
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Patriot Golf Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Signage in fairway on Par 5
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
https://patriotgolfoftexas.com
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| Raffle Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament Signage
- Special recognition during raffle drawing
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Towel Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on towels received in player goodie bags
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Women's Longest Drive Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Single sign at course hole
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Men's Longest Drive Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Single sign at course hole
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Trophy Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament Signage
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Hole Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,500 each |
- 1 Foursome
- Hole Signage
- Opportunity to have two representatives at hole
- Bring your own setup (table, chairs, tent) & marketing materials
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Hole in One Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Par 3 hole and single sign at course hole on the green
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Putt-Putt Tournament Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at putting green prior to tournament
- Tournament Signage at putting green
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Course Beverage Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Opportunity to come out during registration and lunch
- Tournament Signage
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Driving Range Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament Signage at Driving Range
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at Driving Range
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Cool Down / Warm Up Station Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,250 |
- Tournament Signage
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at course to run the cool down / warm up station
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
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| Closest to the Pin Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,000 |
- Tournament Signage
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at hole, next to the green
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
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| 19th Hole Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,000 |
- Tournament Signage
- Logo at Clubhouse Bar
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
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| Nacho Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,000 |
- Tournament Signage
- Nacho station next to clubhouse
- Company recognition on North Texas Chapter website
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Lunch Meeting
September 21, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 pm
Nolan Catholic High School
4501 Bridge Street, Fort Worth TX 76103
Truth, Goodness, and Beauty: Realizing Nolan Catholic’s vision for an architecture that elevates the campus, nourishes the spirit, and furthers student success.
In this session, we will share Nolan Catholic’s vision for using the functional need of new facilities for robotics, arts, broadcasting and swimming, as well as site circulation and courtyard improvements to be a catalyst for transforming the image of the school, inspiring a connection in students between the work of their hands and the state of their heart, and deepening skillsets available to students for future success. A strong connection to nature knits the IDEA (Integrated Design, Engineering & Arts) building, natatorium and outdoor learning spaces together while state-of-the-art CTE spaces are on display alongside custom artwork and iconography.
Learning Objectives:
- Inspire attendees to expand their vision of what the impact of a building project can be for students, staff and the community.
- Increase participants understanding of design and construction strategies and complexities for CTE and natatorium facilities.
- Discover how a strong connection with nature and art can impact a student’s wellbeing and learning.
- Learn from challenges that arose during design and construction as a result of unique site characteristics within an occupied campus.
Speakers:
Jason Mellard, Project Manager, Corgan
Eric Horstman, Principal, Corgan
Eric Roberts, Project Manager, Linbeck
Kristy Webb, President, Nolan Catholic High School
Lunch Sponsored by:
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
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Annual Bowling Tournament
Benefiting the Emerging Professionals Program
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Location: Bowlmor Lanes
3805 Beltline Road
Addison, TX 75001
Registration: 5:30 pm
Tournament Start: 6:00 pm
Awards: 8:00 pm
Hors d'oeuvres will be served
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| Fees |
| Tournament Sponsor* |
$1,500 |
| Food Sponsor* |
$750 |
| Lane Sponsor* |
$500 |
| Prize Sponsor |
$250 |
* These sponsorships include up to 6 players
For more info contact Joshua Rogg at
[email protected] or Kelly Shulman at
[email protected].
Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
June 9, 2022
5:00 pm
Haywire Uptown
1920 McKinney Ave Suite 100
Dallas, TX 75201
Free to attend.
Please RSVP by June 8, 2022.
In-Person Meeting
May 25, 2022
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Jerry R. Walker Middle School
633 French Settlement Rd
Little Elm, TX 75068
Parking Map »
How Professional Development Can Shape a Building Before the Doors Ever Open
Before teachers design a lesson, they map out their plans, master the content and deliver instruction in a way that best meets their student’s needs. During the planning and design phase of this campus, much attention was given to making sure that spaces were built to support the educational delivery needs of the district both now, and for years to come. Through a collaborative professional development program, we were able to prepare educators for their new space before the doors ever opened, and allowed their voices to inform the design.
Learning Objectives:
- Allow culture and instruction to inform design
- Understanding the educational delivery needs for teachers
- Discuss how the learning experience is maximized through professional development
- Show how proper professional development creates a smoother transition to a new building
Speakers:
Kerri Brady, AIA, Esq. REFP
Konrad Judd, AIA
Lunch Sponsored by:
Members: FREE | Non-members: $20
In-Person Meeting
March 23, 2022
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Fort Worth ISD – Eastern Hills High School
5701 Shelton St., Fort Worth, TX 76112
Parking Map »
Panel Discussion with School District Members
Open Panel discussion on the hurdles ISDs have been going through after COVID for construction materials, construction cost, and how are they dealing with it on top of their growth.
Learning Objectives:
- What affects are districts dealing with today after COVID.
- Different ways to procure building materials to ensure your construction project stays on time.
- How has the escalation of construction projects effect your curring bond?
- What ways are design teams and districts doing to assist with the cost of design increasing.
Moderated by:
Sarah Stewart, Northwest ISD Executive Director of Planning
Panelists:
Tommy Osborne, Northwest ISD; Executive Director of Construction
Javier Fernandez, Garland ISD; Director for Facilities, Planning and Construction Services
Tyler Boswell, Aledo ISD; Director of Construction & Facilities
Representative from Eagle Mountain Saginaw ISD
Members: FREE | Non-members: $20
Virtual Meeting
February 16, 2022
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Planning for the Careers of the Future
Lewisville ISD | TECC-W Technology, Exploration & Career Center West
Most of the jobs today’s students will encounter upon graduation do not exist yet. The opportunity of having many diverse careers under one roof lies at the fringes, at the intersection of where one program bleads into other. The synergies that can happen from these diverse programs collaborating with each other forecast the future jobs these students will encounter upon graduation. The design of TECC-W fosters these collaborations, and in doing so, broadens the interests and expertise of its students. This presentation will focus on the strategies LISD and the design team used to foster this collaboration.
Learning Objectives:
- Discover organizational strategies that created efficiencies and allowed for more collaboration spaces for students
- Explore different techniques to ensure shops and classrooms can coexist successfully in one facility.
- Analyze how the furniture plays a key role in the educational success of the learners
- Learn about different strategies to ensure the safety and security of students, while balancing an inviting learning environment.
Speaker / Tour Leader:
Diego Barrera, ALEP | Stantec
Lunch Sponsor:
Members: FREE | Non-members: $20
You must register to get the link to join. Link to join will be sent out the morning of February 16, 2022.
Chapter Meeting – Now Virtual
This meeting is moving to a virtual platform as the school is not allowing in-person events at this time.
January 19, 2022
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
VIrtual
Discussion of Current Impacts on Construction (Materials and Costs) with Contractor Panel
Participants will hear from industry experts on a recap of material and cost impacts over the past 12 months and what to expect moving forward.
Learning Objectives:
- Three most impactful differences in K12 school construction today vs. pre-COVID.
- Material procurement risks looking forward through 2022.
- How have construction costs been tracking past 12 months.
- How to minimize risk in such an unpredictable market.
Panelists:
Gary Aanenson | CORE (Moderator)
Zach Walker | Hill & Wilkinson
Scott Lee | Joeris General Contractors
Wade Wimbish | Cadence McShane
Lunch Sponsor:
Members and School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
Holiday Party & Impact Awards
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
4:30 – 8:00 PM
5250 N. O'Connor Blvd, Ste 146,
Irving, TX 75039
Please register/RSVP for accurate attendance for food. Thank you.
Emerging Professionals Happy Hour
November 18, 2021
5:00 pm
Haywire Uptown
1920 McKinney Ave Suite 100
Dallas, TX 75201
Chapter Meeting
November 16, 2021
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Collin College Technical Campus
2550 Bending Branch Way,
Allen, TX 75013
1 LU|HSW
Challenges and Opportunities of Integrating your High School Students on a College Campus
While many school districts have partnerships with Community Colleges, few have their students on the college campus for classes. Allen ISD’s agreement with Collin College allows Allen High School students to take college classes on a college campus while they are still completing high school. This partnership provides the high school students with career technical certification opportunities and eliminates barriers to achieving higher education. Join us to learn about the facility implications of this decision from Allen ISD and Collin College: how the project was planned and designed to create separation and integration of these two programs in one building.
Learning Objectives:
- Safety and security considerations for integration of high school students
- Planning considerations for an early high school program
- Providing career opportunities and pathways to HS students
- Construction challenges of creating an integrated yet separate high school bar on a college campus
Presenters:
Vandana Nayak, Principal
Barbara Rystrom, Project Manager
Lunch Sponsors:
Members and School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
Annual Golf Tournament
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Friday, October 22, 2021
Coyote Ridge Golf Club
1640 West Hebron Parkway, Carrollton, TX 75010
Phone: 972.395.0786
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Check-in: 7:00 am
Shotgun start: 8:00 am
SOLD OUT
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| Sponsorship |
| Title Sponsor – SOLD |
$5,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Special recognition at dinner/awards
- Tournament signage at check-in and single sign on course hole
- Website signage
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 16 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Hat Sponsorship – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on hats received in player goodie bags
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Golf Ball Sponsorship – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on golf balls received in player goodie bags
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Breakfast / Lunch Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage at dinner/awards
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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Ballistic Golf Sponsorship – SOLD
Yes it is as cool as it sounds... https://ballisticgolftexas.com |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Signage at hole or in fairway on a Par 5
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| GPS Screen Sponsorship – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on GPS Screen in each cart at each hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Raffle Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage
- Special recognition raffle drawing
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Towel Sponsor – SOLD |
$2000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on towels in goodie bags
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Women's Longest Drive – SOLD |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Single sign at course hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Men's Longest Drive – SOLD |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Single sign at course hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Goody Bag Sponsor – SOLD |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo on goody bag
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Trophy Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Course Beverage Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Opportunity to come out during registration and lunch
- Tournament signage + lunch after
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Hole Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,250 each |
- 1 Foursome
- Hole sign
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
- Set up own tent; Marketing materials
- Interact with clients (one on one) at tee box
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| Putt-Putt Tournament Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,000 |
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at putting green prior to tournament
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Beverage Cart Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,000 each |
- Recognition of sponsorship on side beverage cart
- Website signage
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| 19th Hole Sponsor – SOLD |
$1,000 |
- Recognition of sponsorship on side beverage cart
- Website signage
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| Closest to the Pin – SOLD |
$750 each |
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at hole
- Tournament signage at check-in and special recognition at dinner/awards
- Website signage
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| Hole in One Sponsor – SOLD |
$750 |
- Par 3 hole and single sign at course hole
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
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| Driving Range Sponsor – SOLD |
$750 |
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at Driving Range
- Tournament signage at check in
- Website signage
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In-Person Meeting
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Arlington ISD
900 E Sanford St., Arlington, TX 76011
Program Presented By:
Arlington ISD Complex for the Visual and Performing Arts & Athletics
The Center for Visual and Performing Arts was conceptualized on a 25 acre campus along with an Athletic Facility on the historic Eastern Star Mansion site of Arlington. Sitting south of the entertainment district akin to Cowboys Stadium, Texas Live, Globe Life Park, and other iconic Metroplex beloved venues, it offers the students of AISD opportunity of all sorts and stands tall with mission of the school district at its heart. It integrates a state of the art fine arts school into world class performing arts venues, art gallery and community studio theatre (not just another black box).
Learning Objectives:
- How to understand Community and Student Futures are enhanced through opportunities in Fine Arts
- Teaming with local city for a holistic solution
- Safely blending community public activities with student activities
- Understanding how interior spaces impact wellness of learning in different Fine Art environments
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
Registration closes at 5:00 PM Central on September 21, 2021
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Annual Bowling Tournament
Benefiting the Emerging Professionals Program
Thursday, July 8, 2021
Location: Bowlmor Lanes
3805 Beltline Road
Addison, TX 75001
Registration: 5:30 pm
Tournament Start: 6:00 pm
Awards: 8:00 pm
Hors d'oeuvres will be served
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| Individual Bowler |
$85 |
Tournament Sponsor*
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$1,500 |
Food Sponsor*
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$750 |
Lane Sponsor*
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$500 |
Prize Sponsor
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$250 |
* These sponsorships include up to 6 players
For more info contact Joshua Rogg @
[email protected], Greg Estes @
[email protected] or Jennifer Norris @
[email protected].
In-Person Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Woodrow Wilson High School Addition
100 S Glasgow Dr,
Dallas, TX 75214
The Art of Quiet: High Performance Music Facilities
Enhanced acoustic isolation to allow a Band Hall to be located near core instruction areas.
Incorporating expertise gained through multiple music performance and education facility commissions. The stakes are getting higher in high school design. Students’ and parents’ expectations for facilities are shaped by the future collegiate experience they aspire to. The BRW team used state of the art acoustic isolation principals and space shaping design approaches to create a facility appropriate for the award-winning Performing Arts program at Dallas ISD Woodrow Wilson High School.
- Explore acoustic isolation principals for High School music facilities.
- Understand hearing health considerations concerning music facilities.
- Identify key space shaping principals for optimization of music practice facilities.
- Identify various HVAC noise reduction approaches for music practice facilities.
Program Presented by:
Lunch Sponsor:
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
In-Person Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
STEAM: Realizing the Integration of Both Content and Learning Environment
As educators and architects grapple with the task of preparing students for an ever-changing society and workplace, learn how Allen ISD in Allen, TX creatively responded to growing enrollment with a STEAM Center to support all students in the district. After a comprehensive study of STEM schools in the Seattle area, and visits to learning environments focused on experiential facilitations, a collaborative community approach resulted in one-of-a-kind STEAM environment. Hear specifics about course selection and curriculum mapping that is now experienced in both content specific labs and a rich outdoor environment designed to server kindergarteners through high school seniors.
Highlighted Facility:
Allen ISD STEAM Center, 1680 Ridgeview Drive, Allen, TX 75013
Presenter:
Program presented by VLK Architects
Lunch Sponsor:
Check In:
Members and guests must check in at the front office. Please arrive early to allow time for check-in.
Parking:
Plenty of parking in front of facility. Facility located at the corner to Ridgeview Dr. & Bending Branch Way.
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
Virtual Meeting
March 31, 2021
11:30 am
Construction Cost Panel Discussion
View Recording »
Please join us for a panel discussion on North Texas Construction Cost Trends.
This panel will bring together a few of the top North Texas K-12 contractors
and cost estimators for a discussion regarding the current construction
costs in our industry. Now a year after the initial COVID-19 shutdown,
this discussion will address the impacts we have seen in the school design
and construction space. We’ll be discussing square foot costs, some cost
escalation trends, labor and material trends and issues, and potential post
COVID-19 changes that could impact school construction costs.
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
You must register by 4:00 pm Central on March 30, 2021 to receive the link to enter the event. The link will be sent to all registrants the morning of March 31, 2021.
Virtual Meeting
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Providing a Business Community with Options in Crowley ISD
Hear the Crowley ISD position on the importance of a strong workforce and see how housing both career and technology education pathways and an early college high school at the new Bill R. Johnson Career and Technology Center contributes to student choices that lead to community success. Workforce date in the growing Crowley area and the process of a design that would house diverse academic programs will be shared.
Highlighted Facility:
Bill R. Johnson CTE, Crowley ISD
Presenters:
Lauren Brown, AIA, Principal, VLK
Dr. Markeba Warfield, Principal, Bill R. Johnson CTE, Crowley ISD
Annette Duvall, Director of College, Career, and Military Readiness, Crowley ISD
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $20
You must register by 3:00 pm Central on March 2, 2021. The Zoom link will be sent to all registrants the morning of March 3, 2021.
Virtual Meeting
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
COVID – Back to School Lessons Learned from Local School Districts
In a virtual panel discussion moderated by Josh Minor of HEBISD, representatives of local area school districts and vendors to school districts will offer lessons learned and entertain questions relative to the topic of coping with COVID 19 and its ongoing impact.
Participants:
Josh Minor, HEBISD, Director of Maintenance and Operations
Dennis Scheu, Complete Supply, Problem Solver/Sales Rep
Jimmy Beach, Garland ISD, Director of Maintenance and Custodial Operations
Sarah Stewart, Northwest ISD, Executive Director of Planning
Cade Smith, Brock ISD, Superintendent
Gene Hensarling, TX Air Systems, Account Executive
Brandon Boyter, Allen ISD, Executive Director of Facilities
Members / School Districts: FREE | Non-members: $10
You must register by 3:00 pm Central on January 12, 2021. The Zoom link will be sent to all registrants the morning of January 13, 2021.
Webinar Meeting
November 18, 2020
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Building STEM Resources to Engage Students of All Ages
Districts are looking for innovative ways to make impactful STEM investments that can expose students to future job markets as they develop. We will explore potential challenges such as designing resources that engage students at various levels of development and evolve with the student as they age through the district. We will also explore how resources can be enriching yet flexible enough to address changes in career paths as they develop over time. Richardson ISD will share insights from their recent STEM investment.
Speakers:
Vandana Nayak, AIA, Principal, Perkins&Will
Le Korte, AIA, Project Architect, Perkins&Will
Sandra Hayes, Assistant Superintendent, Richardson ISD
Registration:
Members / School Districts: FREE
Non-members: $10
PLEASE NOTE: You must register by 3:00 PM Central on November 17 to receive the link to enter the event.
Link will be sent to all registrants the morning of November 18.
Thank you to our Sponsor:
Annual Golf Tournament – SOLD OUT
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Friday, October 16, 2020
Coyote Ridge Golf Club
1640 West Hebron Parkway, Carrollton, TX 75010
Phone: 972.395.0786
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Check-in: 7:00 am
Shotgun start: 8:00 am
Team Registration: $1,000 (5 available)
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| Sponsorship |
| Title Sponsor – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$5,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Special recognition at dinner/awards
- Tournament signage at check-in and single sign on course hole
- Website signage
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 16 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Golf Ball Sponsorship – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on golf balls received in player goodie bags
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Breakfast / Lunch Sponsor – 2 Available – SOLD OUT |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage at dinner/awards
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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Ballistic Golf Sponsorship – 1 Available – SOLD OUT
Yes it is as cool as it sounds... https://ballisticgolftexas.com |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Signage at hole or in fairway on a Par 5
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| GPS Screen Sponsorship – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on GPS Screen in each cart at each hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Raffle Sponsor – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage
- Special recognition raffle drawing
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Women's Longest Drive – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
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li> Single sign at course hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Men's Longest Drive – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Single sign at course hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Goody Bag Sponsor – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo on goody bag
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Trophy Sponsor – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$1,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Course Beverage Sponsor – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$1,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Opportunity to come out during registration and lunch
- Tournament signage + lunch after
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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Hole Sponsor – 18 Available – SOLD OUT
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$1,250 each |
- 1 Foursome
- Hole sign
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
- Set up own tent; Marketing materials
- Interact with clients (one on one) at tee box
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| Putt-Putt Tournament Sponsor – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$1,000 |
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at putting green prior to tournament
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Beverage Cart Sponsor – 2 Available – SOLD OUT |
$1,000 each |
- Recognition of sponsorship on side beverage cart
- Website signage
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| Closest to the Pin – 3 Available – SOLD OUT |
$750 each |
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at hole
- Tournament signage at check-in and special recognition at dinner/awards
- Website signage
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| Hole in One Sponsor – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$750 |
- Par 3 hole and single sign at course hole
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
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| Driving Range Sponsor – 1 Available – SOLD OUT |
$750 |
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at Driving Range
- Tournament signage at check in
- Website signage
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Webinar Meeting
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Program: Creating Inspiring Learning Environments that Face Today's Challenges: Resiliency in the Context of School Safety & Storm Shelters
Today's schools face more challenges than ever. From changing climate conditions to violence in schools. These challenges present an opportunity to create inspiring learning environments, that address these threats with appropriate countermeasure as well as curative measures that have a positive long-term effect on users. The answer to today's challenges is not hardening our schools, is create spaces that respond to the communities needs and address the challenges in a comprehensive way. This discussion will address the broader top of resiliency in schools, focusing on storm shelter and school safety.
Highlighted Facility:
Highland Park Elementary School
Presenters:
Diego Barrera, Stantec
Brett Holzle, Stantec
Vicki Brown, Stantec
PLEASE NOTE: You must register by 2:00 PM Central on September 22.
The Zoom link will be sent to all registrants prior to the event.
Thank you to our Sponsor:
Webinar Meeting
Program: Experiential Learning and the Changing Face of Early Childhood Education
Wednesday, June 17, 2020
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
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Early childhood education is critical to establishing a foundation for learning. It can have even greater impact when real-world experiences are emphasized. An early learning academy in Mansfield ISD offers a museum-like setting that is one-of-a-kind. Explore how research, curriculum, design and the right partners influenced the planning process, allowed the district to lead with intention and delivered a learning environment that is changing the face of early childhood education.
Presenters:
Kristi Cobb, Mansfield ISD
Holly Teague, Huckabee
Michael Morrow, AIA, Huckabee
PLEASE NOTE: You must register by 2:00 PM Central on June 16th.
The Zoom link will be sent to all registrants prior to the event.
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Webinar: "The Great Lockdown"
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Program: Impact on Economy and Enrollment Patterns
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Bob Templeton will provide a look at Covid-19's impact on the economy. Program will include impact on jobs, housing, consumer spending and other key indicators. The program will also feature enrollment patterns across Texas.
Presenters:
Bob Templeton, Templeton Demographics
Thank you to our Sponsors:
POSTPONED – Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Allen ISD STEAM Center
1680 Ridgeview Dr.
Allen, TX 75013
Student Enrollment Growth: Two Approaches to Handling Increasing Enrollment in High School
Fast-growth school districts face many challenges with increasing student enrollment. Each district faces these challenges at different levels and with varying solutions. This session will provide two different approaches to addressing increasing high school student enrollment and highlight high school facilities designed and constructed to accommodate that growth.
Presenters:
Dr. Kim Spicer, Wylie ISD
Daniel Pitcock, Allen ISD
Nathan Watson, Wylie ISD
Daniel Berger, PBK
Sloan Harris, VLK
Registration:
Members / School Districts: FREE
Non-Members: $10
Check-in:
Members and guests must check in at the front office with valid ID. Please arrive early to allow time for check-in.
Parking:
On-site parking available in the green lot.
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Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor:
Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Collin College Public Safety Training Center
3600 Redbud Blvd.,
McKinney, TX 75069
Public Safety Training Center – Simulating the Uncontrolled Environment
The Public Training Center at Collin College is a state of the art facility used for the science and law enforcement academies in addition to providing expanded training and professional development opportunities for local fire departments and law agencies. Collin College was able to partner with the City of McKinney and the City of Allen and set an example of the benefits of regional collaboration. Each stakeholder contributed to the design process to produce a facility that can be shared for students and continuing education.
Presenters:
Vandana Gupta, PBK
Joseph Proctor, Reed Wells Benson
Jeff Jackson, Core Construction
Pat McAuliff, PSTC
Scott Donaldson, PSTC
The Benefits of Testing Building Envelope Elements
Testing of building envelope cladding elements will be presented for the purpose of establishing compliance verification with the design parameters and to ensure the cladding systems serve the building owner far into the future. Specifically, ASTM, AAMA, and related testing standards will be discussed and explained in the context of the related specification systems. In addition, case studies will be presented to explain the results of testing on past projects and recommendations for repair or replacement of failed systems related to testing outcomes.
Presenter:
Bruce Hall, Terracon
Registration:
Members / School Districts: FREE
Non-Members: $10
The venue has limited capacity. Registration is limited to 75; you MUST register online to attend. No on-site or walk up registrations will be accepted.
Check-in:
Members and guests must check in at the front office with valid ID. Please arrive early to allow time for check-in.
Parking:
On-site parking available in lot with the red dot.
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Thank you to our Lunch Sponsors:
Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Gilbreath-Reed Career and Technical Center
Garland ISD
4885 N George Bush Hwy
Garland, TX 75040
An Entrepreneurial Approach to Learning
The new Career Technology Center for Garland ISD strives to coax the inner entrepreneur in each student to discover their passion and put it into practice. The school emulates a business environment, with linked programs that facilitate discovery and nurture a sense of curiosity. This presentation will bring attendees through the journey Garland ISD made in creating a precedent setting career and technology center, from initial vision to post-occupancy testimonials, including triumphs and challenges.
Presenters:
Sangeetha Karthik, Vice President, Corgan
Dr. Erika Crump, Principal, Garland ISD
Dr. Jovan Wells, Chief Academic Officer, Garland ISD
Registration:
Members / School Districts: FREE
Non-Members: $10
1.5 AIA Learning Units
Check-in:
Members and guests must check in at the front office with valid ID. Please arrive early to allow time for check-in.
Parking:
On-site parking available in lots noted.
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Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor:
Holiday Party & Impact Awards
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
4:30 – 8:00 pm
Peticolas Brewing Company
1301 Pace Street
Dallas, TX 75207
This is a free event, but please RSVP.
Parking:
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Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
JJ Pearce High School
Richardson ISD
1600 N. Coit Road, Richardson, TX 75080
Program: Transformational Library Design for Today's High Schools
Transformed from a traditional, rigid, bare and dark environment, JJ Pearce HS's Library and Media Center is now an open, modern, and bright place of destination and collaboration. To reinforce the learning strategies implemented in JJPHS's new media center, a panel discussion including four Directors of Library Services from leading public schools in North Texas will be held to discuss the challenges and design trends of transforming next-generational libraries for today's high schools.
Presenters:
Greg Estes, Partner, Glenn | Partners
Carleigh Henderson, Interior Designer, Glenn | Partners
Panelists:
Gay Patrick, Dallas Independent School District
Carter Cook, Fort Worth Independent School District
Sunni Johnson, Northwest Independent School District
Julie Briggs, Richardson Independent School District
Registration:
Members / School Districts: FREE
Non-Members: $10
1.5 AIA Learning Units
Check-in:
Members and guests must check in at the front office with valid ID. Please arrive early to allow time for check-in.
Parking:
On-site and street parking is available. Park in parking lot at North Coit and Melrose.
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Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor:
Annual Golf Tournament – SOLD OUT
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Friday, October 18, 2019
Check-in: 9:00 am
Shotgun start: 11:00 am
Coyote Ridge Golf Club
1640 West Hebron Parkway, Carrollton, TX 75010
Phone: 972.395.0786
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| Sponsorship |
| Title Sponsor – SOLD OUT |
$5,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Special recognition at dinner/awards
- Tournament signage at check-in and single sign on course hole
- Website signage
- 8 complimentary drink tickets
- 16 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Golf Shirt Sponsor – SOLD OUT |
$3,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Company logo on shirt
- Tournament signage; special recognition at dinner/awards
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 12 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Golf Ball Sponsorship – SOLD OUT |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on golf balls received in player goodie bags
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
|
| Breakfast / Lunch Sponsor – SOLD OUT |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage at dinner/awards
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
|
Ballistic Golf Sponsorship – SOLD OUT
Yes it is as cool as it sounds... https://ballisticgolftexas.com |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Signage at hole or in fairway on a Par 5
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| GPS Screen Sponsorship – SOLD OUT |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Logo displayed on GPS Screen in each cart at each hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Raffle Sponsor – SOLD OUT |
$2,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage
- Special recognition raffle drawing
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 10 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Women's Longest Drive – SOLD OUT |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Single sign at course hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Men's Longest Drive – SOLD OUT |
$2,000 |
- 1 Foursome
- Single sign at course hole
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Trophy Sponsor – SOLD OUT |
$1,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Course Beverage Sponsor – SOLD OUT |
$1,500 |
- 1 Foursome
- Opportunity to come out during registration and lunch
- Tournament signage + lunch after
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
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| Hole Sponsor – 18 Available – SOLD OUT |
$1,250 each |
- 1 Foursome
- Hole sign
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
- Set up own tent; Marketing materials
- Interact with clients (one on one) at tee box
|
| Putt-Putt Tournament Sponsor – SOLD OUT |
$1,000 |
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at putting green prior to tournament
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
- 4 complimentary drink tickets
- 8 complimentary raffle tickets
|
| Beverage Cart Sponsor – SOLD OUT |
$1,000 each |
- Recognition of sponsorship on side beverage cart
- Website signage
|
| Closest to the Pin – 3 Available – SOLD OUT |
$750 each |
- Opportunity to have 2 representatives at hole
- Tournament signage at check-in and special recognition at dinner/awards
- Website signage
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| Hole in One Sponsor – SOLD OUT |
$750 |
- Par 3 hole and single sign at course hole
- Tournament signage
- Website signage
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Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
I.M. Terrell Academy for STEM and VPA
Fort Worth ISD
1411 I.M. Terrell Cir 8, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Program: Honoring the Past, Inspiring Community and Elevating Talent
Learning Goals:
- Understand how architecture can enhance the connection of current generations of learners to the heritage, values, and aspirations of their communities.
- Discover strategies for renovating and adding on to historic campuses to reflect current community aspirations and Next-Generation learning strategies.
- Learn how to facilitate community discussions for bond projects that connect past and future generations.
- Understand the challenges and opportunities provided by developing on an urban site, including city approval processes, construction sequencing and traffic analysis.
Presenters:
Jason Mellard, AIA, LEED AP, Corgan
Gary Griffith, AIA, LEED AP, FWISD District Architect
John Berg, Project Manager, Turner
Registration:
Free to attend, must RSVP
1.5 AIA Learning Units
Check-in:
Members and guests must check in at the front office with valid ID. Please arrive early and allow time for check-in.
Parking:
Park in rear of main parking lot or on street.
Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor:
Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy
DeSoto ISD
1200 Academy Way, DeSoto, TX 75115
Three PechaKucha Presentations
Registration:
Free to attend, must RSVP
1.5 AIA Learning Units
Check-in:
Members and guests must check in at the front office with valid ID. Please arrive early and allow time for check-in.
Parking:
On-site Visitor Parking is available.
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Thank you to our Lunch Sponsors:
Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Cannon STEM Elementary School
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
1300 W. College Street, Grapevine, TX 76051
Program: Process, Not Product, of Learning
How design and curriculum support the process of learning, with less focus on the product. Discussion will guide participants through spaces that support critical skill building and relationship building. Each stop ties into conversation about progressing elementary education and design while witnessing how spaces are being used to reinforce these ideals.
Learning Objectives:
- Leverage design and culture to create a supportive and explorative learning environment
- Supporting a culture shift in existing and new facilities
- Design spaces that reinforce skill building and relationship building
Presenters:
Kerri Ranney, AIA, REFP, VP of Education Practice, Huckabee
Gary Rademacher, AIA, Principal, Huckabee
Tona Blizzard, Principal, Cannon Elementary School
Registration:
Free to attend, must RSVP
1.5 AIA Learning Units
Check-in:
Members and guests must check in at the front office with valid ID. Please arrive early and allow time for check-in.
Parking:
On-site Visitor Parking is limited. Please carpool if you can.
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Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor:
Annual Bowling Tournament
Friday, May 3, 2019
Location:
Bowlmor Lanes, 3805 Beltline Road, Addison, TX 75001
Registration: 5:15 pm
Tournament Start: 6:00 pm
Awards: 8:00 pm
Hors d'oeuvres will be served
| Individual Bowler |
$85 |
| Tournament Sponsor* |
$1,500 |
| Food Sponsor* |
$750 |
| Lane Sponsor* |
$500 |
| Prize Sponsor |
$250 |
* These sponsorships include up to 6 players
For more info contact Jared Boyles @
[email protected], Greg Estes @
[email protected] or Jennifer Norris @
[email protected]
Benefiting the Emerging Professional Programs
Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Village Tech Schools
402 W. Danieldale Road (at Cedar Hill Road)
Duncanville, TX 75137
School Studio Partnership Presentation »
Program: Learn from the A4LE School Studio Partnership
Join us to tour the completed first phase of Village Tech Schools at their new location and experience the students' vision that started with the A4LE UTA School Studio partnership. Learn how the School Studio's past three semesters have culminated into a body of bibliographic research focused on the future of learning environments. Students developed research with input from clients' architects and curriculum leaders. Our mission for the future of the A4LE School Studio is to promote partnerships between A4LE chapters nationwide and Architectural school programs to explore emerging issues and topics in K12 school design.
Presenters:
Roberto Zuniga, AICP, ALEP, Huckabee
Anne Hildenbrand, AIA, Senior Director, BRW Architects
Beverly Fornof, Senior Associate, Corgan
Donald Gatzke, FAIA, UTA School of Architecture
Registration:
Free to attend, must RSVP
1.5 AIA Learning Units
Check-in:
Members and guests must check in at the front office with valid ID. Please arrive early and allow time for check-in.
Parking:
On-site Visitor Parking is available in lots shown on
map.
Thank you to our Lunch Sponsors:
Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Solar Preparatory School for Girls
Dallas ISD
2617 N. Henderson Ave., Dallas, TX 75206
Program: Solar Preparatory School for Girls
BWA Architects has worked with the District on planning, design, documentation, and construction administration of the Solar Preparatory K-8 STEAM School at Dallas ISD. Solar Prep is an all-girls STEAM Academy providing spaces for science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. In addition, the school features a learning stair for informal and group learning while transparent spaces allow for learning on display. A robotics lab opens into the communal spaces, creating a more collegiate learning environment, and the outdoor learning area offers students out-of-the-box education. The project includes a storm shelter incorporated into the design of the cafeteria, with overhead rolling doors that secure the building in case of extreme weather conditions.
Presenters:
Jenny Bierut, Director of Planning and Communication, BWA Architects
Charles Brant, Design Manager, Dikita\\Vanir Program Management
Dr. Nancy Bernardino, Principal, Solar Preparatory STEAM School for Girls
Jeff Ball, Senior Vice President/Operations, BWA Architects
Larry Bloom, Project Manager, BWA Architects
Registration:
Free to attend, must RSVP
Check-in:
Members and guests must check in at the front office with valid ID. Please arrive early and allow time for check-in.
Parking:
On-site Visitor Parking is available in non-designated parking spaces.
Street parking shown on map »
Thank you to our Lunch Sponsors:
Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Plano ISD Academy High School
Plano ISD
1701 Alma Drive, Plano, TX 75075
Plano STEM Academy Presentation »
Program: Plano STEM Academy
A unique space was needed to provide a new option for Plano ISD high school students, which would incorporate a STEAM curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) into a non-traditional learning environment. To meet this challenge, Plano ISD chose to repurpose an existing office building. This 71,000-square-foot, three-story facility houses up to 600 students and is designed to be a completely open environment, where learning is collaborative and immersive. With the exception of three science labs and a dedicated computer modeling space, there are no confined spaces or dedicated classrooms.
Presenters:
Trey Laird, Principal, Stantec
Diego Barrera, Senior Associate and Senior Designer, Stantec
Registration:
Free to attend
1.5 AIA LU
Check-in:
Members and guests must check in at the front office with valid ID. Please arrive early and allow time for check-in.
Parking:
On-site Visitor Parking is available.
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Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor: