Written by Rich Baxter What Is The Bootstrapping Checklist for Public Schools? The Bootstrapping Checklist for Public Schools is a practical workflow designed to teach essential 21st-century skills—communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity—through project-based, experiential learning. Aligned with STEAM curricula, the Checklist guides students through project management, innovation and entrepreneurship, helping them apply classroom learning … Read more

By Sal Gerardo “A student is not a container you have to fill, but a torch you have to light up.” — Albert Einstein Education faces significant challenges. Some of these stem from the pandemic; others arise because schools and educational systems have been slow to adapt to a rapidly changing world and evolving industries. … Read more

By James Stoffer and Zach Vander Veen Editor’s Note: This is part three of a five-part series. (See part one and part two.) This may be the first time in history that technology exists to make true community schooling a scalable reality. Here’s what you need to know. Community schooling is not a new idea—its … Read more

Music can stir deep emotions and instantly transport us to another time. Because emotion enhances memory, music also becomes a powerful tool for learning and retention. As Maya Angelou observed, “At the end of the day, people won’t remember what you said or did; they will remember how you made them feel.” Teachers who harness … Read more

When I was in middle school, I signed up for my first Spanish 101 class. As a native English speaker living in a bilingual community, I wanted to learn Spanish to better communicate and to connect with the cultures around me. I remember being intrigued by people who moved effortlessly between languages, and I wanted … Read more