Welcome to The Thread, where women shaping the future of school infrastructure share insights, challenges and breakthroughs. This is your source for expert perspectives, inspiring stories and the latest trends driving innovation and leadership in public school construction.
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Welcome to the Thread
Women Leading School Infrastructure
California’s schools are being reshaped by women leaders who are breaking barriers in construction, planning and facilities management.
Introducing “What Does It Cost?”
One of the most common questions we hear from school district leaders is simple—but incredibly important: “What does it cost?”
Power of Collaboration in School Projects
California’s schools face complex challenges, from aging buildings to limited funding and no district can solve them alone.
Vendor Evaluations
School construction projects are already complex, but evaluating vendor proposals adds another layer. A superintendent recently asked us a key question: “How do you judge the ‘best price’ when every proposal is packaged differently?”