ASLASD Spring Lecture "Schools That Heal"

Please join us for a presentation by Claire Latane, MLA, FASLA, LEED AP, SITES AP, Associate Professor and Chair of Landscape Architecture at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona. Claire is an ecological designer and writer, applying landscape architecture and neuroscience research connecting designed environments with mental health, safety, academic success, and physical and social outcomes to create healthier school and community environments. She is the author of “Schools that Heal: Design with Mental Health in Mind”, an award-winning examination of how designing, building, and maintaining schools can foster health and wellness, and support children mentally, socially, physically, and academically.

Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 Time: 5:30 - 8:00 pm

Location: Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, Sahm Seaview Room

700 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037

Event Schedule

5:30 pm Registration and Cocktail Hour

6:50 pm Lecture Introduction by Title Sponsor, Kimley-Horn

7:00 pm Lecture

8:00 pm End of Program

Thanks to the following sponsors that have made our 2023 ASLA San Diego Lecture Series possible!

Title Sponsor: Kimley-Horn

Event Sponsor: Spurlock Landscape Architects

Speaker Sponsor: KTUA

Reception Sponsor: Schmidt Design Group

Registration required. Please register before June 2:

Please note registration is limited to 50 attendees due to maximum venue capacity.

ASLA Members and Sponsors: Free with advance registration

Non-ASLA Members: $20

Too many public schools look and feel like prisons, designed out of fear of vandalism and truancy. But we know that nurturing environments are better for learning. Research consistently shows that access to nature, big classroom windows, and open campuses reduce stress, anxiety, disorderly conduct, and crime, and improve academic performance. But too few school designers and decision-makers apply this research to create healthy schools. Schools That Heal details the myriad opportunities—from furniture to classroom improvements to whole campus renovations—to make supportive learning environments for our children and teenagers.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, 700 Prospect Street, San Diego, United States