March 18-20, 2018
Innovate, Collaborate & Rejuvenate
Holiday Inn Resort, Wrightsville Beach, NC

Join us in Wrightsville Beach for a full slate of seminars on topics which will enrich and advance school design. Colleagues including owners, architects, educators, County Commissioners, and vendors bring valuable and diverse perspectives to our time together. Small-group sessions on critical issues such as site planning, navigating funding mechanisms, collaborating with public entities, addressing the rural/urban divide, and managing energy use will provide opportunities for in-depth discussion. Networking events, tours of historic Wilmington landmarks, and a serene coastal landscape will round out the conference experience as we reconnect with colleagues and friends from across the state.

Innovate
A4LE's architects, designers, educators, and vendors are passionate about best practices for leading-edge learning environments. We believe that state-of-the-art educational facilities support student achievement, strengthen our communities, and generate long-term results; come be a part of the process of innovation as we work together for a bright future for North Carolina's schools.

Collaborate
Our annual conference brings together key stakeholders invested in design excellence for learning environments and inspires lively discussion on issues which impact us all, from funding to sustainable design to facilities which support 21st Century learning. An exciting program of educational sessions, roundtables, networking events, and speakers will allow you to reconnect with old friends, engage with colleagues, and make new connections.

Rejuvenate
Nothing says "relaxation" like the sounds of the ocean. Beautiful Wrightsville Beach, NC offers endless opportunities for both rest and recreation. A short drive from historic Wilmington's landmarks and amenities, our beautiful coastal conference setting is sure to inspire you and help you recharge.