Every year, thousands of students graduate high school without stepping foot into a professional work setting. In today’s rapidly changing world, this lack of exposure is not providing students with…
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5 Tips for Launching Internships and Apprenticeships in Your District
Every year, thousands of students graduate high school without stepping foot into a professional work setting. In today’s rapidly changing world, this lack of exposure is not providing students with the experiences and skills they need to thrive beyond graduation. So, what if school was not separate from the “real world,” but an active…
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Debunking the Math Myth: How Learner-Centered Classrooms Deepen Understanding
In a learner-centered classroom, math is about more than numbers and formulas—it’s about curiosity, exploration, and making sense of the world. Picture this: It’s 10:00am in Ms. Kim’s 3rd grade classroom and students are gathered on the rug around a chart. Two students have just finished sharing their strategies with the whole class on…
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Lessons From a Principal: What it Takes to Build a School Where Students Drive Their Own Learning
Creating a school where students take ownership of their learning is a transformative journey that requires vision, commitment, and a willingness to rethink traditional structures. For students to truly be the leaders of their own learning in the classroom, schools must first be led by empowered teachers. When teachers have autonomy, support, and structures…