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FRIDAY, JULY 18
FRIDAY, JULY 18 TH
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9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM 2:30 PM - 3:20 PM
2:30 PM - 3:20 PM
MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS SESSION AGENDA
MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS SESSION AGENDA
504: Sustainable Landscaping & 704: Smart Solutions: Effective
504: Sustainable Landscaping &
704: Smart Solutions: Effectiv
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Curb Appeal: Small Changes, Design and Construction on
Curb Appeal: Small Changes,
Design and Construction on
Big Impact Occupied School Grounds
Big Impact
Occupied School Grounds
This presentation highlights practical, Planning affects the students’ experience,
cost-effective strategies to improve land- capital budget expenditure, and numerous
scape aesthetics, sustainability, and func- district operations. Join us for a look at com-
tionality, while promoting water conserva- mon sense strategies for construction and
tion and boosting curb appeal. Participants design planning on an active school campus.
will learn how small, impactful changes can Learn how to effectively plan and phase proj-
enhance a property’s appearance, support a ects, manage expectations, ensure minimal
sustainable environment, and reduce oper- disruption to the educational environment
ating costs. and maximize your budget from conceptual
Presenters design to execution in the field.
JoAnna Svoboda - Glendale Elemen- Presenters
tary School District Tom Huffman - Agua Fria Union High
Taylor Perkins - Chasse Building School District
Team Connor Lewis - Chasse Building Team
Mark Bailor - Valley Quest Design David Schmidt - DLR Group
3:40 PM - 4:30 PM
3:40 PM - 4:30 PM
804: Blazing the Trail: A District’s
ail: A District
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804: Blazing the T
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10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM Guide to School Construction
Guide to School Construction
Successfully managing a school construction
604: Cooler, Cleaner, Compliant:
604: Cooler , Cleaner , Compliant: or renovation project requires more than
The New Er a of HV AC just technical expertise, it demands strate-
The New Era of HVAC
Refrigerants in Education
R efriger ants in Education gic planning, informed decision-making, and
As federal regulations phase out legacy re- strong communication between district lead-
frigerants and usher in a new generation ership, architects, and contractors. This pan-
of alternatives, school facilities are at criti- el discussion will provide district administra-
cal crossroads. This session will break down tors, business officials, and facilities leaders
what these changes mean for your district— with key insights into navigating the entire
from environmental compliance and system project lifecycle, from preparing an RFQ to
compatibility to long-term cost savings and design, construction, and final delivery. Pan-
student health. Learn how today’s HVAC up- elists will share practical guidance on critical
grades are not just about staying cool, but decision points, cost drivers, project delivery
about staying ahead—cleaner technologies, methods, and stakeholder engagement—all
improved indoor air quality, and strategic tailored for professionals with varying levels
planning that ensures your campus remains of technical experience.
safe, efficient, and future-ready. Presenters
Presenters Vanessa Shapiro - Creighton School
Mark Carvis - Union Elementary District
School District Drew Davis - Paradise Valley Unified
Chuck Hink - Pueblo Mechanical & School District
Controls Ashley M Hatley - McCarthy Building
Paul Lopez - Pueblo Mechanical & Companies, Inc.
Controls Paul Kubik - McCarthy Building
Companies, Inc.
Katrina Leach - DLR Group
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