Chesapeake Bay / Delaware Valley Chapter

This Chapter encompasses a portion of the Middle Atlantic States surrounding the Chesapeake Bay and Delaware Valley, including Washington, D.C., Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey.

Regional Director: Julie Fried

Chapter Webinar

July 21, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 PM EDT

Engage to Innovate: Why Community Voices Matter in School Design

Creating schools that truly meet the needs of learners requires more than architectural expertise and educational policy—it demands meaningful engagement with the communities they serve. This panel discussion explores how students, families, educators, and community stakeholders can shape learning environments that are inclusive, adapatable, and responsive to local needs and aspirations.

Panelists:
Sarah M. Rich, K-12 Educational Design Consultant | Instructional Transformation
Ron Lamarre, ALEP, AIA, ALA, LEED-WELL AP, Architect | Finegold Alexander Architects
Elizabeth Whisnant, 40 Year DC Based Educator | Leadership Coach @ Upbeat
Leah Wettstein, ASID, CID, IIDA, NCIDQ, Principal, Interior Design Leader | HCM
Mandy Suro, Community Relations + Development Director, Seven Generations Charter School

Member Public Sector: $15
Non-Member Public Sector: $40
Member Commercial Sector: $25
Non-Member Commercial Sector: $50

*If you pay ahead of time and are unable to attend, you will be able to access the webinar after the close of the event.

Register

Please join us by purchasing hygiene products via The Philadelphia School District wish list. All products purchased will be sent directly to the school headquarters and distributed to schools in need.

Please join us by purchasing hygiene products via The Baltimore City Public School District wish list. All products purchased will be sent directly to the school headquarters and distributed to schools in need.