in partnership with Volkswagen Group of America
July 9-11, 2025 in Chattanooga, TN
Registration: $150 per person; Early Bird: 50% OFF
The Chattanooga Fab Institute is a 3-day digital fabrication conference presented by Public Education Foundation and Hamilton County Schools that offers educators an opportunity to engage in authentic experiences with 3D printing, laser engraving/cutting, vinyl cutting, CNC routing, micro-computing, and much more!
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This is our flagship, 7th annual institute for educators eager to learn more about how the world's largest FabLab network, VW eLabs, is transforming education! This year, we have added PreConference Workshops on July 8th, where attendees can jump into introductory sessions to learn the basics of how to use the equipment and software featured during the institute.
PERSONALIZEDEXPERIENCES
In response to attendee feedback, we have once again improved the experience. For 2025, we are offering pre-conference workshops on July 8th. This requires separate registration ($30), but allows attendees to engage in hands-on, tool-specific learning to gain a basic understanding of how to use the equipment and software prior to the institute.
Each day will feature brief tech-workshops as attendees gain hands-on experience working with the technology in the labs. While no one can master this tech in three days, this is a wonderful opportunity to experience the joy and wonder of learning when you can "make almost anything!"
FABPRESENTATIONS
Daryl Williams Jr.
opening keynote
Daryl Williams Jr. is a man of excellence and a shining example of how excellence, when pursued, can be achieved. His career in education has seen him teach, coach, and now administer to those under his watch. His talents go far beyond this as his larger-than-life persona is infectious to anyone he interacts with; motivating them both inside and outside the classroom to achieve excellence. Known not only for his resonating words but also his enthralling energy, Daryl's style gives his talks an enduring impact, no matter the size or event .
He started by teaching middle school math for six years before taking t h e step forward to become an Instructional Coach. His hard work resulted in him garnering a National Boards Certification, two Teacher of the Year awards, and not one - but two- Master's Degrees from Johns Hopkins University and The University of North Carolina, respectively. Currently in the role of Assistant Principal, he continues to make strides as he works to support educators in elevating their classroom practices to enhance student growth.
INSTITUTELOCATION
Construction Career Center
2225 Roanoke Ave.
Chattanooga, TN 37406
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Each day will begin at the Construction Career Center meeting hall where attendees can park for free all day. The center is less than a 10 min drive from downtown Chattanooga. Our team will provide complimentary busing each day to the six Volkswagen eLab host sites.
HOTELINFORMATION
Special thank to Marriott Chattanooga for discounted rates at our partner hotels!
Reserve your room by June 8 to secure the discount!