Why Facilitron University 5 Matters More Than Ever
Why Facilitron University 5 Matters More Than Ever
San Diego | November 12-13, 2025
Governance reform and strategic facility management are the most important conversations happening in K-12 facilities today - and Facilitron University 5 is where it begins.
- Jeff Benjamin, Facilitron Co-Founder & CEO
In a time when school systems are rethinking the role of public education infrastructure, Facilitron University 5 (FU5) represents more than a conference - it's a movement. This annual event is where thought leaders, operations innovators, and governance reformers converge to solve one big question: How do we better govern, manage, and maximize our public facilities for schools and communities alike?
This year's theme marks a significant shift: away from incremental operational fixes and toward bold structural change - governance, data, policy alignment, and long-term sustainability.
What to Expect at Facilitron University 5
A Governance Awakening
FU5 opens with a defining keynote: "The Governance Awakening". This session challenges the outdated assumptions behind facility use and shines a spotlight on the true bottleneck - governance structures. Rather than reactive rulemaking or one-off tech solutions, this is a call to reshape policy, permissions, and accountability - not just to optimize facility operations, but to unlock equity, efficiency, and public trust.
Expect to leave with a new lens for policy leadership.
The National Model Facility Use Policy & Toolkit Debuts
A major milestone, Facilitron is releasing the first-of-its-kind National Model Facility Use Policy and Toolkit. Why it matters: Districts often lack clear, enforceable frameworks for community use. The result is inequity, liability, and lost revenue. This toolkit provides:
- Standardized policy language
- Governance workflows
- Templates for equitable access and oversight
You'll gain practical resources to lead reform in your district - and set a new national standard.
From Insights to Strategy: Making Data Matter
Data is only useful if it drives decisions. FU5's "From Insights to Action" session uses Facilitron's Facility Use Audit to show how data reveals hidden costs, equity gaps, and opportunities for policy change. Expect to explore:
- Cost recovery vs. subsidization models
- Utilization data as a driver for funding and access
- Transparency tools for community trust
Learn how to use data not just for analysis, but for strategic governance alignment.
Facilities as Engines of Innovation
Facilities are no longer just educational spaces - they're catalysts for social change. FU5 explores how forward-thinking districts are using public schools for:
- Affordable housing partnerships
- Sustainability and energy projects
- Wraparound services and youth development
In "Beyond Rentals," you'll hear directly from leaders who've transformed underused public space into strategic community assets, all while generating revenue and increasing trust.
The future of school facilities is multi-purpose, multi-impact, and mission-aligned.
Leadership for a New Era
In a rapidly shifting environment, from climate impacts to policy upheaval, facility leaders must be more than operators. They must be navigators of change. Sessions like "Leading Through the Storm" and a capstone panel with governance pioneers offer real-world stories of districts who've weathered adversity and emerged more resilient. You'll hear how they:
- Centered equity in policy decisions
- Modernized systems under public scrutiny
- Built internal capacity and external trust
This is leadership beyond logistics - it's the mindset for shaping the future of public education infrastructure.
Join the Movement Governance reform is not a trend - it's the next frontier in K-12 strategic facility management. FU5 isn't just about technology or process - it's about rethinking how public schools serve public purpose. It's where the future of equitable, data-driven, and policy-aligned facility use takes shape.
Featuring Leaders From United States Merchant Marine Academy * Los Angeles Unified * San Diego Unified * Broward County Public Schools * Austin ISD * Fort Bend ISD * Lake Washington School District and more
About Facilitron University Facilitron University is the annual summit for operational leaders, superintendents, business officials, and facility managers building the next generation of K-12 systems. Hosted by Facilitron, the nation's leading partner in facility governance, scheduling, and community access, FU5 is your opportunity to connect, learn, and lead.