#GettingSmartBlog

When students take charge of their education, they do more than learn—they lead. At @onestoneidaho, students drive decisions, design real-world projects & redefine success. A #GettingSmartBlog explores what happens when we believe in student potential:

Can AI tools transform learning without replacing the teacher? @DavidPBLRoss argues that teachers are still the conductors in classrooms filled with AI tools. Lead this shift ethically & effectively while fostering creativity & growth: #GettingSmartBlog

How do we champion #equity in uncertain times? A #GettingSmartBlog by Aarika Guerrero explores how potential @usedgov changes could affect students with disabilities & offers hopeful, actionable steps for families, educators & districts: #DisabilityRights

Schools often talk about creating self-directed learners, but classrooms still look the same. Ready to make a shift in your classroom? Discover how to truly empower students in a new #GettingSmartBlog by @KWagssd3: #StudentAgency #InnovativeLearning

What will the next presidential administration mean for public education? With proposed changes to funding & education policy, it's time to explore the future. In a new #GettingSmartBlog @MargoRoen walks us through four possible scenarios:

1 in 5 students face bullying. @righttobeorg Youth Program at @aupbrooklynqueens teaches the 5Ds of Bystander Intervention, equipping students with real-world skills to foster safer school environments, highlighted in a #GettingSmartBlog by @mrjluisart:

What happens in classrooms built on joy? Students thrive. Jordan Luster’s #GettingSmartBlog highlights the power of joyful learning—a design principle that fuels curiosity, connection & growth. See how joy transforms classrooms:

#CivicsEducation is about empowering action & fostering community. A #GettingSmartBlog explores the state of U.S. #civicsed, why bipartisan support matters & how initiatives like @CivxNow are building the #nextgen of changemakers:

Explore the experience of #placebasedlearning in Luxembourg with @DocAssisi #GettingSmartBlog! Learn how integrating local culture, hands-on activities, and community partnerships can enrich education: #PBL #HandsOnLearning #RealWorldLearning

What does #studentagency look like for a 9-month-old? A new #GettingSmartBlog by Losmeiya Huang shares how #GrowingPlace uses principles to nurture agency & deeper learning, from infants building autonomy to preschoolers exploring belonging & purpose:

High school students deserve better experiences & signals for achievements—not less work. Explore how schools can shift from traditional transcripts to richer records of learning in a #GettingSmartBlog by @TVanderArk & @nmcclenn:

#WISEPrize finalists are transforming education—from gamified AI hubs in Armenia to literacy tools in Nigeria. @DavidPBLRoss shares inspiring stories with insights from @remakelearning & others in a new #GettingSmartBlog. Discover their global impact:

On May 3rd, schools across the nation will unite for #BetterWorldDay, an event powered by @ELeducation, showcasing student-led initiatives that contribute to a brighter, kinder future: @w_emke #GettingSmartBlog #StudentEmpowerment #CommunityImpact

Youth violence is a pressing issue with devastating consequences for young lives. Explore @PowerofPeace88—an initiative committed to breaking the cycle of violence & empowering underserved youth to realize their full potential: #GettingSmartBlog #POPP

Big changes in education! Thanks to a strategic move by @ETSInsights to make @MastTranscript a subsidiary, the focus will shift from grades to skills-based transcripts. This could redefine educational success: @TVanderArk #GettingSmartBlog #NewPathways

Discover how the Open School in Arvada, CO, uses personalized, student-directed learning and the unique "Walkabout" program to prepare students for lifelong success. Dive into their innovative education model in a #GettingSmartBlog by @TVanderArk:

At #GettingSmart, we're not just observing the #microschool movement—we're actively participating in it. Join us in our upcoming community of practice, where we'll explore microschool models within larger educational systems: #GettingSmartBlog

HBCUs are on the rise! In a new #GettingSmartBlog, @tonio81 dives into the enrollment boom & innovative strategies that are redefining education. Explore how HBCUs like @HowardU & @ClaflinUniv1869 are shaping future leaders: #HBCUs

#StudentEnterprise trends have long been supported by @NFTE, #UnchartedLearning, @NetworkCAPS & more, helping youth develop entrepreneurial skills in & out of school. Get inspired to integrate these approaches with a #GettingSmartBlog: @TVanderArk

Discover various ways in which #nationalparks offer valuable lessons across different subjects, from science to history, providing real-life examples for students to explore in a new #GettingSmartBlog: #PlaceBasedLearning #LearningOutdoors