The University of Sharjah was represented at the Sharjah International Summit for Improved Education during a panel discussion titled “Sustainability in Private Educational Buildings” with the participation of Dr. Mohammed Waseem Yahya from the Department of Architecture, Master of Science student Sheikha Butti Al Madhloum, and Craig Howard, Director of BDP Abu Dhabi. Several design ideas were discussed in depth during the summit and key strategies were presented for designing environmentally resilient schools that enhance student well-being and academic success. The discussions covered several critical topics, including climate-conscious design, ensuring outdoor thermal comfort for students, and implementing sustainable operating practices to promote more efficient and environmentally friendly learning environments.