CA-CHPS v2.0 Available for Public Review

We are pleased to provide CA-CHPS v2.0 (updated in 2020) for public comment. CA-CHPS v2.0 follows our extensive revisions to the Core Criteria in 2019 and to US-CHPS in 2020. CA-CHPS v2.0 also incorporates Title 24 2019 and other California code updates.

CHPS awards California Prep Academy with Verified status

The Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) has recognized Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy (VHTPA) in Wilmington, Calif., as a high performance learning environment that has earned CHPS Verified status.

Mass. Elementary School Project Is CHPS Verified

Clyde Brown Elementary School in Millis, Mass., has earned CHPS Verified cerfitication for its new building.

The 90,000 square foot faciliity, designed by Tappe Architects, earned 135 points in meeting CHPS criteria.

California School scores big with CHPS Verified certification

Congratulations to Albany Middle School (Calif.) for earning CHPS Verified certification over the summer of 2020.

Located at 601 San Gabriel Avenue in Albany, Calif., the Annex, which opened in June 2019, was designed by SVA Architects and built by Rodan Builders, Inc. Verification by the CHPS program demonstrates that SVA’s design for Albany Middle School has satisfied one of the strictest standards for green school design, a benchmark only a small percentage of schools have met.

NYC School earns CHPS Verified recognition

Congratulations to the Friends Seminary in New York City for becoming a CHPS Verified School! The project, which included an upper story addition and minor renovations to existing spaces, achieved 97 points--exceeding the required threshold by 12 points. In addition to earning all the prerequisites, the school is designed to be 30% more energy efficient than required, demonstrates a commitment to ongoing high performance learning environments, showed excellence in managing waste generated during construction, and takes the quality of the indoor environment seriously.

CHPS Releases Highly-Anticipated 2019 Core Criteria 3.0

Today the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) released its highly-anticipated K-12 school-focused CHPS 2019 Core Criteria 3.0. The third edition builds upon the CHPS 2014 Core Criteria. It incorporates recent developments in construction and building materials technology and adds additional credits addressing lowering school buildings’ carbon footprint through the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and promoting resiliency to climate change.

CHPS Launches Impact Campaign!

As part of our strategic plan and priorities for the next three years, CHPS is seeking to double our impact. To date, we have worked with over 100 districts and more than 1,000 schools. The demand for our services is growing. With your help, we can impact more!

CHPS Core Criteria v3.0 Open for 2nd Public Review

The Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) has opened its Core Criteria v3.0 for a second public review period. CHPS will be accepting public comment today, March 6, through Monday, March 25, 2018. The third edition of the school-oriented green building rating system builds upon the CHPS 2014 Core Criteria guidelines (v2.0-2.2) currently in practice and incorporates recent changes in construction and building materials technology.

CHPS Core Criteria v3.0 Now Open for Public Comment

Today the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) released the public review draft of its Core Criteria v3.0. This newest update is now open for public comment through December 10, 2018.

CHPS Partners in Learning Meeting at the 2018 Green California Schools and Community Colleges Summit

The 2018 Green California Schools and Community Colleges Summit is coming to the Pasadena Convention Center and CHPS will be hosting a Partners in Learning meeting Tuesday, October 30th 10am -11am in Ballroom E. This will be the first public preview of the 2018 CHPS Core Criteria update. The Core Criteria update will inform next year's CA-CHPS update. Join us for an overview of the changes and a chance to provide your feedback. CHPS Members check your email for a 20% off promo code for registration.

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