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Three Great Podcasts to Check Out from the Better Learning Podcast ⭐️Building Tomorrow’s Schools with Creative Collaboration: In this insightful episode of the Better Learning Podcast, host Kevin Stoller welcomes Emmy Beeson and Jennifer Fuller to discuss the vital connection between school design and educational success. Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/e82yhhuK ⭐️The Evolution and Benefits of Team Teaching In the milestone 200th episode of the Better Learning Podcast, special host Kevin Foote sits down with Dr. Andi Fourlis, superintendent of Mesa Public Schools, to dive into a conversation about innovation in education. Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/eApFeBTy ⭐️Addressing a Multi-Billion Dollar Challenge In the latest episode of the Better Learning Podcast, host Kevin Stoller dives into a thought-provoking discussion with experts Bruce Levine, Sean O’Donnell, and Heather Jauregui on the profound connection between education and design. The episode unpacks how collaboration between architects and educators can reshape school environments, positively influencing student outcomes and community engagement. Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/eQqWSmUf #a4le #learningenvironments

What does "Radically Student Centered™ mean to you? We went live at LearningSCAPES to dive into this question with educators, architects, and thought leaders. Follow along to hear how our guests define what it truly means to be Radically Student Centered™—and discover how this approach is reshaping learning environments for the better! Kevin Stoller, Kevin Foote, M.Ed., ALEP, Chuck Saylors, Rosemary Park, AIA, ALEP, Abby Dacey, Andy Cottrill, Seamus Kelly, Jeffrey D. Mann, AICP, Brian Parker, Tina Naraghi-Pour McKone, AIA, Assoc. DBIA™, Watassek Meredith, Irene Nigaglioni, FAIA, ALEP, Andy L'Esperance, ALEP, Sean O'Donnell FAIA LEED AP, O. Wayne Reynaud, AIA, REFP, Well AP, Sarah Knize, Leonardo González Sangri, Kenneth J. Crawford, Sandi Massey A4LE-Association for Learning Environments

We are thrilled to announce that the 2024 James D. MacConnell Award goes to James Baldwin Elementary School in Seattle, Washington! Congratulations to NAC Architecture for this exceptional achievement! James Baldwin Elementary is a shining example of what’s possible when community-driven design meets a commitment to equity and inclusion. This replacement school project brought together a diverse Advisory Team—including educators, parents, and community members—who envisioned a space that is not only inspirational but also restorative. Through culturally responsive and inclusive design, James Baldwin Elementary fosters a supportive environment for a diverse and vulnerable student population, creating a place where every student can feel seen, valued, and inspired. We also want to recognize the multitude of outstanding submissions we received this year. Each project showcased innovative approaches to designing impactful learning environments. Explore the winning project and other inspiring submissions at www.macconnell.a4le.org Join us in celebrating this incredible accomplishment and the impact it will have on students, staff, and the community for years to come. #a4le #learningenvironments

The Fall 2024 edition of Learning By Design is now available! Visit https://lnkd.in/dBbUjypK to read it now! #Architects #InteriorDesign #LearningEnvironments #Education

✨ Member Spotlight✨ Earlier this week, members of our South Carolina Chapter spent time at the Bonds Career Center, part of Greenville County Schools, supporting students with their inspiring Tiny House project! Designed by talented Art in Architecture students from the Fine Arts Center, with guidance from the team at Craig Gaulden Davis, Inc., this home is a testament to collaboration, creativity, and community. Once complete, the tiny house will be donated to the Greenville Homeless Alliance, offering support to those in need. 💙 A huge thank you to everyone involved for helping to shape not just learning environments, but lives! See more about this project: https://lnkd.in/e5vN3D9E Want to see your project featured? Share your story with us by filling out the form here: https://lnkd.in/eTh-4fdS

Join us at the Measured Learning Environment Outcome Symposium! This exciting event, in partnership with Meteor Education, brings together experts to explore the impact of innovative learning environments on teaching and student outcomes. Discover how AI-driven technologies are transforming classrooms, from boosting student engagement and content immersion to improving teacher wellbeing. Explore best practices in pedagogy, workforce readiness, and the measurable effects of design on learning. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with cutting-edge solutions for the future of education! Registration Information: https://lnkd.in/gDVb7GN6 #a4le #learningenvironments

We’re still recovering from an amazing #LearningSCAPES24 in Portland, but what an unforgettable experience it was! Thank you to everyone who joined us – from inspiring keynote speakers to insightful breakout sessions, engaging workshops, and the vibrant tradeshow floor. We’re grateful to our attendees, sponsors, exhibitors, and partners for making this year’s event truly unforgettable. The energy, collaboration, and innovation we witnessed will continue to shape the future of learning environments, and we couldn’t have done it without each of you. Special shoutout to all our Project Award recipients, MacConnell Award winner, NAC's James Baldwin Elementary School, Industry Awards, Kelley Tanner Award, SchoolsNEXT participants, LE FEllows, and our newest ALEPs– your passion and dedication to enhancing education through thoughtful design and planning are inspiring! We’re already excited to see how the connections and ideas sparked at this year’s conference will drive the future of education. Until next time, let’s keep pushing boundaries and designing for a better tomorrow! Check out the creative boards from Matt the Illustrator, who captured a number of our sessions and presentations! #a4le

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Meet the Board Monday! Meet our new Northeast Director, Larry Levato, REFP. #a4le #learningenvironments

A4LE Tour with Crandall ISD @wraarchitects @gcctexas 🗓️October 23, 2024 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM Central Time 📍Location: 2600 Fletcher Rd, Heartland, TX 75126 ✏️Crandall Middle School The new Crandall Middle school campus marks a new chapter in this school and community. As the district envisioned the new campus, the goal was to design a “future-proof” campus by embedding flexibility and choice in the design: flexibility both in daily use and long-term adaptability. This campus was also envisioned as a place that celebrates the fine arts, and as a hub for the community. In this session we will explore the design strategies implemented in this facility to foster flexibility, to promote student collaboration, and to create opportunities to engage the community.