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A Showcase to Celebrate Teachers: Highlights of Authentic Learning from 2024-2025
As the school year ends, we’re celebrating the incredible educators in our Partnership Districts. From student-led design to real-world learning, your work inspires over 10,000 students—and all of us. Thank you for making learning irresistible.
May 19


A “Success Story” Interview Hosted by Ellen Erlanger and Kathy Meyer
When Trinity Catholic middle schoolers got to “choose their own adventure” for a research project, something amazing happened. Teachers Sara Miller and Anna Schoen share how authentic learning transformed student engagement, creativity, and pride—and inspired them as educators, too.
May 19


SUMMER INSTITUTE – READY TO LAUNCH!
The countdown is on for Summer Institute 2025! Join us July 9–10 as we explore “Creating Schools That Are Out of This World.” With new leadership sessions, immersive themes, and PD options—including for gifted certification—this year’s Institute promises inspiration, innovation, and community.
May 19


Peter Kahn Brings Spoken Word Power to Close Summer Institute 2025
Get ready for a powerful spoken word finale at Summer Institute 2025—plus a nature-inspired poetry activity to use this April!
Apr 7


Reimagining Career Exploration for Middle Schoolers Starts Here
Designing the Future helps middle schoolers discover their strengths, explore careers, and take action to shape their world.
Apr 7


Why Summer Institute 2025 Is the Leadership Retreat You’ve Been Waiting For
Summer Institute 2025 features a new leadership track—because authentic learning starts with authentic, empowered leaders.
Apr 7


Up-designing Learning Experiences: Making Math Learning Irresistible
We think teachers are creative designers of learning experiences . We also wonder and worry about curriculum resources that assume high...
Mar 14


10 Reasons to Attend Summer Institute 2025
It hardly seems possible, but on July 9-10, Partnerships will be hosting the fourth annual Summer Institute for Authentic Learning and...
Mar 13


Authentic Learning "Grab and Go"—Making Literacy Learning Irresistible!
The first Grab and Go PD of 2024-2025 gave educators 5 actionable strategies to make literacy learning irresistible!
Mar 4
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