Building Better
Schools Through
Mass Timber
Join school leaders, architects, and builders exploring how mass timber creates healthier, more sustainable, and inspiring learning environments.
K-12 Colorado
Mass Timber Summit
Denver, CO
"Why You Should Design & Build K-12 in Timber"
Tye Farrow examines the neurological, psychological, and emotional benefits of enriched learning environments. Discover how natural materials directly support student success.
View Session Details →Why Mass Timber
For Schools
The Framework
A modern approach for educational infrastructure that prioritizes wellness, climate, and speed of delivery.
Student
Wellness
Healthy learning environments that support cognitive focus and reduce stress through biophilic design.
Sustainability
Low-carbon construction utilizing renewable timber to meet aggressive institutional climate goals.
Speed &
Efficiency
Prefabricated assembly methods that significantly reduce project timelines and community disruption.
Event Experience
Northglenn City Hall Tour
Guided walkthrough of a completed mass timber facility.
Check-In
Registration at the National Western Center.
Keynote: Tye Farrow
Why you should design & build K-12 in timber.
Lunch
Networking lunch with leaders & designers.
WA Accelerator & CMTC
WA Mass Timber Accelerator and Colorado Mass Timber Coalition presentation.
CO Schools Presentation & Panel
CCS Laredo MS, Cheraw HS, and Thornton HS, followed by a 30-minute panel Q&A.
Break
Short intermission.
PPS Ida B. Wells HS & Jefferson HS
Presented by Stefee Knudsen.
Happy Hour Networking
Open networking. Mingle until 6:00 PM.
Who Should
Attend
The Room
A curated gathering for the leaders shaping the next generation of K-12 educational facilities.
School Leadership
School Boards
Education Officials
Facilities Directors
Architects
Engineers
General Contractors
Industry Partners
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