If we believe our schools can look and feel different, so much becomes possible. We can begin imagining places of learning that adapt, evolve, and respond to the advancements of the modern world and the unique needs and aspirations of its students.
In fact, we don’t have to imagine. We can see educators and administrators across the globe proving that schools (or education writ large) aren't bound by tradition. We can and must design school differently. Let's look at six key design elements that align schools with their learner-centered visions.
The 2025-26 Connections Leadership Cohort application window is officially open! This September, a trusted network of school and district leaders will come together to build the leadership capacity necessary within themselves and across their teams to advance their learner-centered visions.
Led by Learner-Centered Collaborative Partner and former K-12 Dive Superintendent of the Year, Marlon Styles, Connections is a unique 8-month program to:
Build deep alignment across your leadership team without getting stuck in endless planning cycles
See real-world examples of learner-centered practices in action through visits to innovative schools and districts nationwide
Connect with a supportive network of peers who understand your challenges and will celebrate your victories
Transform abstract concepts into concrete, actionable steps that work in your local community
If you are a school or district leader looking for a supportive and collaborative community of like-minded peers to kick off or accelerate your learner-centered journey, Connections is for you. Fill out our application today or set up a call with Marlon to gather more details.
EXPANDING THE NETWORK
Sharing insights with learner-centered educators nationwide
Events & Webinars
FEATURED EVENT: Reimagining Education Through Innovative School Design (register here)
"Assistant Principals in Santa Ana USD reflected together about the work they are leading to bring their Profile of a Learner to life at their sites through professional learning, coaching, and community engagement. They deepened their knowledge of the Profile by exploring progressions for two of their outcomes. They engaged in a dilemma consultancy protocol to support each other with authentic and real-time problems of practice. " ~Kate Weisberg
"Muhlenberg County Schools' Guiding Coalition members dove into data to more deeply understand why now is the right time to evolve education as a framing for the creation of their Blueprint for Success." ~Brittany Griffin
"The instructional leadership team in Encinitas Union School District deepened expertise in competency-based assessment and reporting practices. Teachers did a looking at student work and assessment calibration protocol and then spent time designing competency-based assessments aligned to academic standards and learner profile competencies." ~Katie Martin & Bryanna Hanson
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