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Webinar Recording: Cultivating Meaningful Learning Experiences in Hawaii

Learner-Centered Collaborative
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An insightful discussion with leaders from SEEQS in Hawaiʻi as they share their philosophies and approaches for cultivating meaningful learning experiences for students. SEEQS, the School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability, is an innovative public charter school in Honolulu serving grades 6-8 since 2013.

This webinar explored SEEQS’s core beliefs and how they create engaging, real-world learning opportunities focused on building community, curiosity, and critical thinking skills.

You’ll come away with:

  • An inside look at signature SEEQS programs like student portfolios, exhibition of learning, and sustainability education.
  • New professional development strategies that empower teachers and align the full staff around a shared vision focused on the student experience.
  • New ideas to ignite passion for learning and how to create a cohesive, learner-centered culture across your education organization.

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