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Learning Without Limits: Alternative Environments for Tomorrow’s Students

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Rocky Mountain Chapter

The geographical area served consists of the State of Colorado and Wyoming.

Regional Director: Stephanie Stewart

LearningSCAPES Conference Scholarship

The Rocky Mountain Chapter Board is excited to offer a scholarship to support district members pursuing professional development by offsetting registration and travel expenses for the LearningSCAPES Conference taking place in Seattle, WA, November 4-7, 2026. This scholarship is designed to expand access to meaningful learning opportunities and strengthen participation within our chapter. Click the link for eligibility, requirements, and application instructions.

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Deadline: August 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

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2025 Award Winners

Congratulations to Rocky Mountain Chapter’s 2025 Design Award Winners!

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Rockies Design Award

Design Award
Laredo Middle School
Hord Coplan Macht with Cherry Creek School District

Summit Design Award

Design Award
Montbello High School
EUA + Eidos Architects with Denver Public Schools

Peak Design Award

Design Award
New Vista High School
MOA Architecture with Boulder Valley School District

Rocky Mountain Chapter President’s Award

The Chapter has renamed the President’s Award after the late Bob Matschulat. Bob was an esteemed member of the Association and the Rocky Mountain Chapter.