Historically Responsive Literacy Framework: Cultivating Holistic Learners & Citizens
In this interview, Gholdy Muhammad explains elements of his Historically Responsive Literacy Framework. It explores the questions of: How does our cur…
Tag: 21st Century Readiness
A Source of Strength and Community: How Identity Keeps Santiam Canyon United Even When Everything Else is Falling Apart
Santiam Canyon Superintendent, Todd Miller, shares how their school district's identity and maxims are a source of community and strength, especially …
Simon Sinek on the Future of Education: The Change That’s Needed and the Change That’s Possible
As leaders in education, it's easy to lose sight of the bigger purpose of education when there's the day-to-day to keep you busy (and let's face it, t…
Discover Your School’s Shared Vision Readiness: Rate Shared Vision for Readiness in Your School With Your School Leadership Team
This activity will help your team reflect and identify effective leadership practices that will support the elevation and inclusion of stakeholder voi…
Celebrate Student Assets: Understanding the Different Types of Human Capital
Educators may have a habit of looking at students through the lens of what is missing, or what isn't fair in their lives (the deficit perspective). Ex…
Elementary Gratitude Activity: Foster a Sense of Gratitude With Your Students
Take a moment in our days to explain and teach gratitude to students. This activity allows us to gain more insight into what brings them joy, and hav…
Positive Self-Talk Worksheet: Teach Your Students Coping Skills
This lesson and positive self talk worksheet will help your students identify examples of positive self-talk. This is also a great activity to uncover…
3 Little Things: Highlight Your Vision for Readiness in Your School Culture
Purposeful Learning focuses on the alignment between learning approaches and a holistic, shared, vision for readiness. It includes universal approache…
Conduct Design Camp: Provide a Platform for Student Involvement with School Decisions
The Design Camp project is an effort to look more deeply at the day-to-day experiences of students.
Fostering Collaborative & Inclusive Learning Spaces: Incorporate SEL Practices Into Activities
Educators and OST providers understand and believe in the power of SEL, but often seek clarity about how to demonstrate and observe SEL in action.
Th…