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Schools Worth Visiting
Language Learning Engages Houston Students
I recently had the chance to visit Herrera Elementary School and Mandarin Immersion Magnet School in the Houston Independent School District. Here, I share a brief outline of what I saw along with a number of photos.
Place Based Education
Infographic | The Potential of Place-Based Education
Our Place-Based Education infographic provides a visual overview of the goals for, benefits of and design principles behind place-based learning.
Leadership
Getting Smart Podcast | Design Thinking as Pedagogy For Students and Educators
In this podcast, Sandy Speicher, partner and managing director of education at IDEO, chats with Tom on what design thinking is and why it's so important for teachers and education leaders right now.
Schools Worth Visiting
Kepner Keeps True to the Innovation Model
Kepner Beacon Middle School is in its inaugural year, but it has already developed an impressive program. Here, I share some photos that outline what I saw in my recent visit to the school.
Future of Learning
How School Networks Work And Why That’s Important
School networks are one of the most important innovations in the modern era of U.S. K-12 education. Here are several network types, examples of each and the reason networks matter more now than ever.
SEL & Mindset
Houston High Schools Provide Career Options and Choice for Students
By: Emily Liebtag and Tom Vander Ark. All across Houston, there are high schools that range in focus from law enforcement to language. Join us for a look at the innovative programs that two of these schools are using to develop career-ready students.
Place Based Education
6 Phases of Professional, Place-Based Learning
By Nate McClennen - The transition to place-based education takes learning on the part of teachers, and thoughtful implementation on the part of leaders. Here are the six steps we use to make sure it's successful.
SEL & Mindset
3 Ways to Build and Implement Successful Classroom Relationships
By: Meredith Sanders. It's National Random Acts of Kindness week, so here are some inexpensive and fun ideas to spread kindness through your classrooms and schools not only this week but also throughout the year.
Place Based Education
Getting Smart Podcast | Implementing Place-Based Education
The second podcast in our Place-Based Education campaign shares the perspectives of the teachers, leaders and learners at Teton Science Schools, with advice on how to implement PBE in your classroom, school, campus and community.
Equity & Access
Smart List: 50 Organizations Boosting College Access & Success
College access is a pressing issue in education equity. Today, we recognize 50 organizations spreading college awareness, boosting preparation and encouraging completion—with a special focus on low-income and first-generation students.