DALANE BOUILLION, Ed.D | CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
In a groundbreaking move, VLK is revolutionizing its offerings by venturing beyond traditional architectural services to encompass comprehensive educational expertise. VLK’s innovation in this arena began in 2015 when they added me as its first Educational Planner. Since then, VLK | EDGE® has grown its Educational Planners to include Sara Koprowski, Kevin Worthy, and Dr. Rick Westfall to continue to grow with client needs while bridging educational expertise and the design process, delivering outstanding learning spaces. This year marks a significant milestone as we proudly welcomed additional esteemed educators into our growing team, including Dr. Jim Chadwell, Superintendent Emeritus, Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD, Dr. Lizzy Johnson, former CEO of TransCend4, and Adi Bryant, former Chief Communications Officer of Royse City ISD.
With their wealth of experience and profound understanding of educational systems, VLK | EDGE® members are poised to not only provide educational planning expertise during the design process but also connect with other educators and educational leaders to either bridge gaps in existing district programs or extend district expertise with thought leadership. VLK is able to foster innovative solutions that cater to unique educational needs, bringing a wealth of experience in all areas that comprise a well-functioning school district. With leading figures in educational consulting, VLK’s expertise is amplifying our capacity to provide high-quality, additional, educational services to our clients. Our insights and strategic approach empower districts to optimize their programs and achieve their educational goals.
For example, in Denton ISD, VLK | EDGE® member Rick Westfall, Ed.D. and I are working closely with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Susannah O’Bara and her cabinet as they establish a new and refreshed strategic plan. The process for creating a strategic plan has evolved around the needs of the district and the direction Dr. O’Bara has chosen to go. As thought partners, VLK is deeply entrenched in the conversation while guiding the process and assisting based on our own experiences as educators. Whether it’s leveraging our vast educational experiences or deploying VLK’s XD video services, our team has joined alongside the leaders in Denton ISD to help guide the direction of the district for many years to come. VLK’s foray into educational services underscores our commitment to holistic, client-centered solutions. By integrating expert educators into our team, we are uniquely positioned to offer an array of services that transcend traditional architectural boundaries, ensuring that our clients receive tailored, innovative solutions that address their specific needs. As we continue to expand and evolve, VLK remains dedicated to excellence and innovation in both architectural and educational domains. Our clients can expect unparalleled expertise, strategic thought partnership, and a steadfast commitment to enhancing educational experiences.
Join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter, where VLK not only designs outstanding learning spaces but also fosters transformative educational journeys. Together with our expert educators and educational leaders, we are again charting new territories and setting an increased precedent for integrated, forward-thinking, comprehensive services.
