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🌟 Transforming Spaces, Empowering Futures 🌟 Phil Abbott, Head of Sixth Form, shares how Woldingham School's newly redesigned Sixth Form Center is shaping students’ futures. With spaces inspired by the elements—air, water, earth, and fire—students are empowered to collaborate, create, and succeed in a dynamic environment. As Phil says, It’s not just about academic results, but developing creativity, collaboration, and the skills needed to succeed in the 21st-century workplace. You can read the full case study here 👉🏽 https://ow.ly/JSlQ50U5T9J #Education #SchoolTransformation #WoldinghamSchool #FutureLeaders

🎓 This morning, I attended an inspiring Convocation at Gardner-Edgerton School District, and I’m feeling incredibly motivated by the district’s commitment to student achievement! The event was a powerful reminder of the vital role education plays in shaping our future. The district’s strategic plan was front and center, emphasizing a clear vision to ensure every student reaches their full potential. Key takeaways: 📚 Student Achievement: The focus on academic excellence is truly commendable. The district’s efforts to create an environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally were evident in every speech and presentation. 🚀 Strategic Plan: It was inspiring to hear about the district’s forward-thinking approach. With a clear roadmap for success, Gardner-Edgerton is dedicated to continuous improvement, fostering innovation, and ensuring that students are well-prepared for the future. 💡 Community and Collaboration: The sense of unity and shared purpose among educators, administrators, and community members was palpable. It’s clear that Gardner-Edgerton is a district where collaboration drives success. A big thank you to the Gardner-Edgerton School District for hosting such a meaningful event. I’m excited to see the positive impact of their strategic plan on student achievement this year! Ben Boothe Mark DeWitt #Education #StudentAchievement #StrategicPlanning #GardnerEdgerton #Community #InnovationInEducation #FutureReady

Over the past few weeks, I’ve been connecting with EdTech founders, discussing ways to leverage technology to improve educational outcomes. These conversations brought me back to my teenage years when I was a middle and high school student in Kingstree, SC. If you know anything about Kingstree, then you know its population is around 3,000, and it is located in the poorest county in South Carolina (Williamsburg County). Additionally, according to US News, 100% of students at Kingstree Senior High School are economically disadvantaged. Compared to my educational experience in Kingstree, my Miami public school education was that of Phillip Exeter’s. In Miami, we had smartboards in elementary school, which is one of my earliest memories of innovative education technology, and I competed in several math and science competitions. I even had chance to present scientific findings at Kennedy Space Center back in the sixth grade. When I arrived in Kingstree, my Miami public school education allowed me to perform light years ahead of my peers. However, as I reflect on those years, I now realize Kingstree is the living embodiment of the saying, “Talent is somewhat evenly distributed but opportunity is not.” During my time in the “country,” I met some of the smartest people in the world, such as Shadi McFadden Tyson and Shawn Fulmore to name a few. Education technology can be somewhat of an equalizer, providing economically disadvantaged students with the resources to compete at a high level and learn advanced concepts, helping students overcome educational hurdles due to lack of educational infrastructure and opportunity. EdTech is a sector where you can do good and do well, aligning your self-interest with a true north star. Below is my high school ID from when I was a student at Kingstree Senior High School. #EdTech #Technology #Education

"As Hackley School celebrates an extraordinary 125 years, we find ourselves reflecting not just on this milestone, but also on the traditions that have shaped our history, culture and community," writes Director of the Upper School Andy King in this month's #HackleyPerspectives blog post. "The people participating in these traditions will change. The venues where these rites occur may also change as the campus evolves. What does not change is how these traditions celebrate and elevate Hackley’s core values and culture and bring joy and connection to our community." Read more about some meaningful Hackley traditions in the October 2024 Hackley Perspectives blog post at the link below! #HackleySchool #HackleyPublications #HackleyStudents #HacklelyEmployees #HackleyAlumni #HackleyTraditions #HackleyValues #HackleyCoreValues #Hackley125 #WeAreHackley

Beyond the Classroom Spotlight: Arizona Edition! For our final Beyond the Classroom feature of the year, we’re highlighting the incredible collaboration between Menta Schools in Arizona and the Phoenix Union School District. 🎓✨ We had the privilege of sitting down with Beth Viquesney, the district representative for Phoenix Union, to dive into what makes this partnership so impactful. From shared goals to a mutual commitment to student success, Beth shares why working together positively impacts the PHX community. Stay tuned for more insights from this inspiring conversation! 🎥📚 #BeyondTheClassroom #MentaSchools #MentaArizona #EducationMatters #CollaborationInAction #PhoenixUnion #StudentSuccess

🎉 Celebrating Meridian High School Student Council Highlights! 🎉 Last Friday, I had the privilege of hearing from our incredible Meridian High School Student Council (StuCo) leaders about their impact this year. Their enthusiasm and dedication are evident, and it’s inspiring to see how much they’re contributing to our school community. Here are some of the standout moments and initiatives so far: 🏈 School Spirit: With fantastic attendance at football games and increased interest in non-athletic events, school spirit is stronger than ever. 🎶 Marching Band: Our D3 Marching Band is gearing up for their big competition on 10/26 – they’re ready to shine! 🌟 Community Service: From Rake Up Boise to the Festival of Trees, our students are deeply engaged in giving back. 🔵 Reviving Traditions: The return of “Blue Crew” has strengthened our peer support network, helping students connect and foster community. 🤝 Building Trust: StuCo is working closely with us to create even more opportunities for student-led activities and to boost participation. 🏀 Basketball Season: The excitement is building for a great season with crowd favorites like Stinky Sneaker and Super Saturday on the horizon! StuCo leaders embody a Continuous Improvement mindset — always seeking ways to make events more inclusive and engaging for all students. ✨ Areas for Collaboration Our StuCo members are forward-thinking and proactive. Here are a few areas they’ve asked for support: Advisory Enhancement: We’re exploring resources like Varsity Tutors for advisory sessions and coordinating visits from Blue Crew to support freshmen. Parking Lot Updates: Students highlighted the need for clearer parking stall markings for safety and efficiency. Traffic Safety: Visibility concerns on Pine during pick-up are being reviewed to improve safety for students and families. A huge thank you to our StuCo leaders for their vision and dedication! 💙 It’s partnerships like these that strengthen the Warrior community. #WarriorPride #MHSSpirit #MeridianStuCo #CommunityMatters #TraditionRevived #BlueCrew #GoWarriors #StudentLeaders #ContinuousImprovement #SchoolSpirit #WarriorsServe #BuildingTrust #MeridianHigh

Frog Street empowers early childhood educators with innovative tools and resources to create impactful learning experiences. 🌟 Here’s what makes us stand out: ✔️ Comprehensive Curriculum: Designed for young learners, our programs integrate cognitive, social-emotional, and academic growth for a holistic approach to education. ✔️ Flexible Lesson Plans: Adaptable resources support educators in meeting diverse classroom needs, ensuring every child is engaged and thriving. ✔️ Research-Driven Strategies: From phonological awareness to STEAM, our methods are grounded in research to ensure effective teaching and measurable progress. Discover how Frog Street can transform your classroom and support young learners every step of the way. #FrogStreet #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ClassroomSuccess #EducatorsOfTomorrow

Hear from students how Garden City’s school environment is designed to help every learner thrive. Weekly Highlight 🎬 Film #3: “A Day in the Life: The Student Experience” 🌟 Garden City: The Future of Education - A Short Film Series 🌟 Today’s students need more than traditional classroom settings. Get an insider’s look through the eyes of two 4th graders, Andre and Avita, as they share what it’s like being a student at the new Garden City School. Here, “structured choice” means students have a say in where, how, and with whom they learn, creating a unique blend of freedom within a supportive framework. Fielding International educators had the opportunity to shadow Andre and Avnita, witnessing firsthand the flexibility that allows students to choose the spaces that best support their learning needs. Beyond just physical spaces, students like Andre and Avita have more opportunity to build meaningful relationships, connecting with multiple educators and collaborating across grades, which enhances their school experience. At Garden City, the combination of routines and student agency—structure and empowerment—makes for a truly unique experience. Every day feels a little different, as students are guided by dedicated teachers in an environment of love, autonomy, and flexibility that adapts to their needs. 🌟 Every student has a voice, and every student belongs. 🌟 Watch now to see how a building can truly improve teaching and learning! 🔗 Watch Film #3: “A Day in the Life: The Student Experience” https://lnkd.in/gRKgDtjZ 🔗 Experience the full series—watch now on our YouTube channel!  https://lnkd.in/gNjHxXkz By Fielding International in Partnership with Cranston Public Schools (Cranston, Rhode Island, USA)  Video Production - ‪Martis Media House #StudentExperience #FutureOfEducation #SchoolDesign #EducationInnovation #LearningWithJoy #StudentCentered #FlexibleLearning #EducationalDesign #FutureReadySchools #StudentCenteredLearning #ArchitectureForEducation #21stCenturyLearning #Joy #Excitement #FieldingIntl

What Grade Class @ Killeen Elementary did the KISD Superintendent visit? I'm interested from an aspect of KISD school model/structure - Middle School vs. Jr. HS. If the composition was of Grade 5 students, I saw the initial emergence of "maturity" from pubescence to adolescence. Perhaps a key progressive developmental stage that the KISD Middle School adopted model fails to capture? Adopting a Jr. HS model allows one year further maturity development in an elementary environment, rather being thrust into a Middle School environment (Grade 6 -8) where they're "lowest" on the totem pole - following that ordeal; in transition to HS, they're again "lowest" on the totem pole - another unnecessary, inherently disruptive, self-defeating and avoidable KISD structure/model outcome.

Our recent planning work with BOWLING GREEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT addresses opportunities and makes recommendations to enrich the educational experience for the nearly 3,000 students in northwestern Ohio. Read the full story of how DLR Group engaged the community to activate the district's vision for the future of education in Bowling Green. #educationalfacilitiesplanning #masterplanning