Agency and Co-Authoring Thriving in Colorado Schools
[…] is based on the 25 global goals referenced in Difference Making at the Heart of Learning. A group of educators listen to a student from Watershed. A cornerstone of Watershed is the belief that education should be deeply rooted in a sense of social responsibility. Students are actively engaged in service learning projects, tackling […]
Designing Competency-Based Models for Students by Students
[…] transcript. Student-Led Growth The Growth Framework is a great starting point for launching a school or rolling out a new learner-centered assessment approach. Student-driven learning is a cornerstone of the Growth Framework, emphasizing the critical role of fostering autonomy and ownership in learners. By placing students at the helm of their learning journey, educators […]
What is Belonging, and Why Does it Matter in Schools?
[…] both the challenges and opportunities presented by the dynamic demographic landscape of the United States, underscoring the critical need for educational practices that champion belonging as a cornerstone of an inclusive society. The significance of belonging stretches far beyond a mere sense of inclusion; it is the linchpin for students’ well-being, academic success, and […]
Kenny Rodrequez and Paul McCorkle on Culturally Responsive Real World Learning (Live from SXSW EDU)
On this special episode of the podcast, we have a live conversation from SXSW EDU with Kenny Rodrequez and Paul McCorkle.
Town Hall Recap: Real World Learning
[…] Transitioning from another school with real-world learning experiences, Belton has embraced the Next Generation Learning community model in collaboration with Ford NGL. Our Freshman Academy is a cornerstone, guiding students through seminar classes to choose their future academy and pathway. We recently celebrated our students’ academy selections with a special ceremony. Belton offers academies […]
