Events
Prev MonthPrev Month Next MonthNext Month
PK-12 Virtual Panel
Wednesday, March 08, 2023, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM MDT
Category: Programs

This program features a panel of leading professionals from Colorado’s education sector, including facilities personnel from Littleton Public Schools and Douglas County School District. Speakers will share insights on the current status and short-term future of PK-12 educational facilities in our market.

Topics will include upcoming opportunities, plans for funding, how PK-12 leaders are addressing current challenges, educational trends, and more. Don't miss this exclusive virtual event, where attendees can hear from and engage with key players in the PK-12 education sector.

Moderator:

Stephanie Grose
PK-12 Education Studio Principal
TreanorHL

Stephanie Grose has been ingrained in Colorado educational design for over 23 years and believes wholeheartedly that great school design comes from putting students and teachers first. This is why school districts in every corner of the state have trusted her to create thoughtful and innovative spaces, from Lochbuie to Parachute and Steamboat Springs to Del Norte. An avid student herself of the science behind engaging and diverse learning environments, Stephanie is committed to contributing to the built environment in a sustainable way that provides each and every student the same opportunity for success.

A principal and premier thought leader within TreanorHL’s education studio, she is one of their most requested architects in large part due to the bond she forges with the clients, stakeholders, and communities with whom she works. She is a member of the American Institute of Architects and holds a bachelor’s degree of Science in Architectural Studies from the University of Nebraska and a master’s degree in Architecture from the University of Colorado.

Panelists:

 

Wayne Blazek
Facilities Capital Planner
Douglas County School District

 

Mandy Redfield
Director of Facilities
Greeley-Evans Weld County School District 6

Mandy is the Director of Facilities for Weld County School District 6 in Greeley-Evans. District 6 serves over 23,000 students in 29 schools and six charter schools throughout the Greeley-Evans area. District 6 passed a $395M bond issue in 2019 and has current or complete bond work in nearly every school, including the removal of more than half of 142 modular classrooms that were in use prior to the bond. Before joining District 6, Mandy worked as a Project Manager and Mechanical Engineer, focused on K-12 construction. 

Terry Davis
Chief Operations Officer
Littleton Public Schools

In his 29th year with Littleton Public Schools. He has over 35 years of experience in operations, maintenance, and construction. He currently oversees all phases of operations, transportation, and construction and has directed/led four bonds worth over $600 million. He is a past president of the Colorado Association of School Business Officials (2019/2020) and board of directors for the Colorado School Plant Managers Association.

Sponsors:

Ticket Prices
$45 Members
$60 Non-members
REGISTER

 

CEUs Available: 1, Client & Business Development #3

Note: Only SMPS Colorado Members may register at member pricing. All ticket prices increase $5 on March 4.
Finding it difficult to allocate funds for SMPS programming and/or membership? The Colorado Believes page program is rooted in our core values of learning, commitment, and community through charitable giving, membership sponsorships, scholarships, and industry engagement. This program is also part of our efforts to help diversify membership and help provide opportunities for BIPOC individuals and DBE, WBE, MBE, VBR, and LGBTBE firms to elevate their marketing efforts while helping your company save. Please email SMPS Colorado’s admin for reduced pricing and scholarship opportunities.

If you are a member of another SMPS Chapter and would like a member rate, please email the admin. Job seekers, students, and other new professionals, please visit our Colorado Believes page for details on our student membership programs and professional development scholarship opportunities. Refunds are available if submitted to the admin one week prior to the event.