Ashley Gray
Elementary PrincipalFox Hollow Elementary, Cherry Creek School DistrictWith 32 years in education, Ashley brings a comprehensive perspective on how learning environments shape student success. She spent 22 years in the classroom teaching students from kindergarten through seventh grade in both Colorado and Texas, developing a deep understanding of how physical spaces impact engagement, behavior, and learning outcomes across developmental stages.
Over the past 10 years in administration—including 8 years as Principal at Fox Hollow Elementary in Cherry Creek Schools—Ashley has led efforts to create and sustain learning environments that are student-centered, flexible, and responsive to the evolving needs of both learners and educators. Her work emphasizes the connection between thoughtful space design, instructional practices, and a positive school culture.
Ashley is passionate about reimagining educational spaces to better support collaboration, creativity, and inclusion, and is committed to ensuring that every environment reflects and enhances the learning experience.
WORKSHOP: Co-Designing for Impact: Aligning Pedagogy, Strategy, and Biophilic Design
Physical space is a powerful asset in the learning process, yet many environments remain misaligned with modern pedagogical goals.This interactive wor…Physical space is a powerful asset in the learning process, yet many environments remain misaligned with modern pedagogical goals.This interactive workshop, “Where Spaces Shape Learning,” shows how to align a school’s vision with its physical environ…Physical space is a powerful asset in the learning process, yet many environments remain misaligned with modern pedagogical goals.This interactive workshop, “Where Spaces Shape Learning,” shows how to align a school’s vision with its physical environment through co-design, empathy interviews, and student voice. Participants will explore biophilic design, examine data-driven decision making, and review real-world district examples where intentiona…Physical space is a powerful asset in the learning process, yet many environments remain misaligned with modern pedagogical goals.This interactive workshop, “Where Spaces Shape Learning,” shows how to align a school’s vision with its physical environment through co-design, empathy interviews, and student voice. Participants will explore biophilic design, examine data-driven decision making, and review real-world district examples where intentional spatial changes improved student engagement, belonging, and learning outcomes.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
