K-12 Committee

Purpose

The K-12 Committee seeks to expand awareness among K-12 educators and students about the interior design profession and discipline. This committee works to establish 40 connections with K-12 educators, understand their needs to provide interior design learning opportunities in the K-12 classroom, and works to provide innovative teaching and learning resources to these ends.

Requirements

  • Support Curriculum Development: Assist K-12 educators in developing and implementing interior design curricula by providing access to best practices, innovative teaching strategies, and industry- standard resources.
  • Professional Development and Training: Organize and facilitate workshops, webinars, and training sessions to enhance the skills and knowledge of K 12 interior design educators, promoting continuous professional growth.
  • Advocate for Interior Design Education: Advocate for the inclusion and recognition of interior design programs within K-12 curricula by working with educational stakeholders, policymakers, and other relevant organizations to promote the value and importance of interior design education at the K-12 level.

For more information about the position, review the Document 6 of the IDEC Policy & Procedures document: https://idec.org/about/governing-documents/

How to Volunteer

To volunteer as a member of the K-12 Committee, email info@idec.org with the subject “IDEC K-12 Committee” by March 07, 2025. Questions about the role should be directed to Hessam Ghamari, IDEC Director of Strategic Initiatives, at hessam.ghamari@csun.edu.

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