2023-24 Theme – Uniting Communities, Bridging the Divide
“Education is all a matter of building bridges.” ~ Ralph Ellison
In alignment with the A4LE purpose to strengthen learning for all through better environments and in support of its mission as an interdisciplinary association of professionals working at the intersection of learning and place to drive the evolution of learning environments, the Virginia Chapter is excited to promote this work by offering programs that highlight leading research, practices and innovations in education design and construction.
This year’s theme,
Uniting Communities, Bridging the Divide, builds on previous years’ efforts that highlighted Re-Imagining Learning Spaces, Creating FLUID Educational Spaces, and Building Bridges, Creating Connections. A common thread throughout each of these is the idea that change, adaptability and innovation help to strengthen connections and bridge divides among people and communities.
An unknown author once said, “Bridges are symbols of connection and unity, reminding us that no matter how great the divide, we can find a way to come together.” Understanding the importance of relationships, we continue to focus efforts on using connections to bring communities and resources together to bridge the divides that often exist in educational settings. It is our hope that through our work we are able to facilitate the sharing of ideas that provide opportunities to strengthen connections to enhance learning for all people.
Please save the date for the following events – you will not want to miss them!
- 2023 Mid-Year Conference at Westmoreland High School on Friday, November 3, 2023.
- 2024 Annual Conference at the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront on March 3-5, 2024.
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March 3-5, 2024
Uniting Communities, Bridging the Divide
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Virginia Beach, VA
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Click here for more information and to register for the conference.
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April 22-24, 2024
United By Design: Bridging States for Better Learning Environments
Grandover Resort & Spa
Greensboro, NC
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Join us at the 2024 North Carolina Chapter / Southeast Region Conference at the beautiful Grandover Resort in Greensboro, North Carolina. Our conference theme this year is “United By Design: Bridging States for Better Learning Environments”. You will discover that by uniting through design and construction, we can create educational spaces that transcend state lines and make a lasting impact on students and communities.
In today’s rapidly changing educational learning landscape, the need for innovative, adaptable, and inspiring learning environments has never been greater. We seek to empower attendees with the knowledge and tools to revolutionize education spaces, fostering creativity, engagement and achievement for students of all ages.
Mark your calendars now. We can’t wait to welcome you to North Carolina!
Click here for more information and to register for the conference.