Getting Smart

How can every learner access a pathway to productive citizenship? Join us in Boston Oct 6–7 for the New Pathways Convening, a two-day experience connecting educators, CTE directors, and innovators. Limited spots—register today! 🔗

What if project-based learning could launch careers? 🎙️ Discover how Fab Labs are doing just that in our latest podcast:

🤖 States are stepping into the AI conversation. During our most recent Town Hall, leaders discussed how AI is shaping schools today and the big questions we need to ask for the future. #AIInEducation 🎧 Read + listen:

New podcast alert! Tiffany Green of Uprooted Academy shares how they're transforming college prep with a focus on wellness, financial literacy, and community. Listen now! #Podcast #CollegePrep #EducationalEquity

Embrace abundance to transform education! Discover how new models & innovative learning experiences can overcome scarcity in Getting Smart's latest blog. Read now! #AbundanceMindset #EducationalInnovation #PersonalizedLearning

Discover how learning ecosystems, inspired by Mister Rogers, are transforming education by connecting schools with community resources to prepare future-ready learners. #LearningEcosystems #EducationInnovation #NewPathways

At 1EdTech’s #DigitalCredentialsSummit, we explored the future of work and education. Discover how credentials are reshaping the job market. #FutureOfWork #EdTech

If your friend/co-worker doesn’t show up with your face on their shirt to support you for your #SXSWEDU session, are they even your friend?! Only at #SXSWEDU can you see this type of love, support and community! Go make a strong connection today!

Can’t believe #SXSWEDU wraps up tomorrow! Grateful for the inspiring sessions, meaningful connections, and all the big ideas shaping the future of learning. So much to take home, but not ready for it to end just yet! #LearningNeverStops @Shameka_Gerald @tdj6899

How can communities design extraordinary learning for all? @aylonsamouha joins the podcast to explore learner-centered education & how local voices can shape the future of learning. Listen now! #FutureOfLearning

Smartphones in schools: double-edged swords. While they connect, they also distract, impacting focus and creativity. Exploring phone-free policies reveals benefits like heightened curiosity. It’s about creating safe spaces where everyone thrives. @MeishaPorter #SXSWEDU

In the words of the late Rita Pierson, "Everyone needs a champion." Thank you @TheSpaceGal for showing us what true representation does for learners.

"I was becoming the role model that I needed as a kid. And boy, did that feel like magic." - Emily Calandrelli at SXSW EDU 2025 (@TheSpaceGal)

If you know us, you know that we LOVE supporting our partners. The @yellow_hab team knocked it out of the park during the @ReadingWARapper session @SXSWEDU. Their platform and school continue to redefine education for marginalized learners.

Because...sometimes a gold sticker is actually a pair of headphones. The @ReadingWARapper session was a great reminder that literacy looks different for all learners, but we must keep finding ways for learners to connect and engage. #SXSWEDU

So inspiring hearing Sharon McMahon & Shaniqua McClendon speak on working with the enemy and holding hope and take action. "When we arrive at at the posture of...I am a single individual, what can I do to make change...that is when they win." Never stop choosing hope. @SXSWEDU

“I needed this program while I was in high school. There are an array of ways to do education, but we have to be open to them,” Jarren Small. Music is a language that speaks to students and Reading with a Rapper is increasing literacy for all. #SXSWEDU

“I became the role model I needed as a kid. When you don’t have women at the table, inefficiencies arise. Representation matters,” Emily Calandrelli. Science matters for ALL! @TheSpaceGal #SXSWEDU

“Success is not reaching a desired outcome, but instead it’s about learning something new,” Anne-Laure Le Cunff. We can’t wait to dive into all of the tiny experiments and redefining success! #SXSWEDU

SXSW is on day two and we can’t wait to keep on learning! The kickoff didn’t disappoint and we spent the rest of the day connecting and being inspired. #SXSWEDU

Navigation and Guidance in the Age of AI @SXSWEDU is a good reminder that systems shouldn’t be complex and that information and knowledge shouldn’t be a commodity. #SXSWEDU #UprootedAcademy @HopeStreetGroup @reachpathways @juliaffreeland