The Power of Investing in High Performance School Buildings for Health and Safety

What is a High-performance school building? Join this webinar session, where presenters from Perkins&Will, an industry leading design firm, the school-focused nonprofit the Collaborative for High-Performance Schools (CHPS), and the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) will define high-performance schools and outline the measurable value they provide to students, teachers, the district’s long-term financial success, and the community.

In addition to their specific characteristics that improve health, wellness, and safety, leading to increased academic performance, attendance, and teacher retention, high-performance school buildings:

• reduce long-term operational costs by lowering utility bills
• help districts prepare for climate change
• provide adaptable spaces for different teaching and learning styles

It is our collective responsibility to ensure that educational facilities maximize the return on investment made by their communities, despite how challenging it can be to navigate definitions and the plethora of resources intended to advance high-performance schools. You'll leave this webinar equipped with guidance, an understanding of their value, and tools to plan, design, and execute high-performance school projects in your district.