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How to Design a School for Belonging
Architect Danish Kurani reflects on architecture and design projects that have given learners agency and a sense of belonging.
Designing Competency-Based Models for Students by Students
The Growth Framework from One Stone is a great way to ensure quality no matter what your school's growth plan is.
Sneakers, Signals, and Systems: A New Era in Education
There’s something in the water at education conferences — sneakers have become the new conference dress code. This shift toward individuality, comfort and practicality is also representative of transformations we’re seeing in education. The 2024 Carnegie Summit marked not just a gathering of minds but a convergence of ideas…
The Rise of Millennial-Powered Microschools
Microschools, powered by millennial ideals, stand as beacons illuminating the path to a truly redefined educational experience.
Real World Learning in San Diego High Schools
A recent trip to San Diego highlighted a group of impressive schools with a commitment to real-world learning.
The Role of Microschool Incubators: Nurturing the Future of Education
Incubators, specialized institutions or organizations that facilitate the creation and development of microschools, are a core part of learning innovation.
Career-Connected Learning: Preparing Students for a Dynamic Future
A recent gathering from Da Vinci Schools and Transcend highlight the many elements of high quality career-connected learning.
Transforming Learning, Deciding Where to Start: Practical Steps for Educational Leaders
Rebecca Midles showcases her tried and true design process for getting started with transforming learning systems.
Rigor or Vigor? What Do We Want For Our Children?
Rigor has become the driving force behind the contemporary education system. What if we evolved the system to be centered on vigorous learning experiences instead?
One Year Into the AI Revolution….and Most Schools Are Still Seeking Direction
There are good reasons to be concerned about the proliferation of AI in work and learning. But if collective response is limited to risk mitigation, communities will miss the greatest impact opportunity in history.