How do we turn strong change ideas into meaningful action? Join us in WNC to build a culture of collaboration at the 2026 Summer Convening on July 28–29! Learn more: www.openwaylearning.org/ #WNCResilienceProject #OpenWayLearning #ContinuousImprovement #LearnerCenteredEducation
July 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM
How do we turn strong change ideas into meaningful action? Join us in WNC to build a culture of collaboration at the 2026 Summer Convening on July 28–29! Learn more: www.openwaylearning.org/ #WNCResilienceProject #OpenWayLearning #ContinuousImprovement #LearnerCenteredEducation
We are grateful for EdReimagined's partnership as we work alongside educators, learners, and community partners to explore what a #learnercentered ecosystem can look like across #WesternNorthCarolina through the #WNCResilienceProject: www.ednc.org/perspective-...
Perspective | What’s working: Early insights from the WNC Resilience Project
The Western North Carolina Resilience Project demonstrates how communities can are strengthened by educator-leaders who listen to students.
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June 17, 2026 at 2:45 PM
We are grateful for EdReimagined's partnership as we work alongside educators, learners, and community partners to explore what a #learnercentered ecosystem can look like across #WesternNorthCarolina through the #WNCResilienceProject: www.ednc.org/perspective-...
Supported by a #WNCResilienceProject microgrant, MECHS students brought energy to downtown Marshall with a thrifted fashion show benefiting Beacon of Hope. As one student said earlier this year: “It helps to be able to help others.” www.msn.com/en-us/educat...
#studentleadership
#studentleadership
'It's really inspiring': Madison Early College students fight food insecurity with fashion
Madison Early College High School is putting together its first fashion show at Marshall High Studios on May 15 to benefit Marshall’s Beacon of Hope.
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May 19, 2026 at 1:35 PM
Supported by a #WNCResilienceProject microgrant, MECHS students brought energy to downtown Marshall with a thrifted fashion show benefiting Beacon of Hope. As one student said earlier this year: “It helps to be able to help others.” www.msn.com/en-us/educat...
#studentleadership
#studentleadership
Student voices are helping shape post-Helene recovery efforts by sharing experiences through the #WNCResilienceProject. When schools listen, amazing things happen! Read more in this article from #ednc by Sophia Luna: www.ednc.org/student-voic...
#WNC #StudentVoice #CommunityDriven
#WNC #StudentVoice #CommunityDriven
Student voices help shape post-Helene recovery efforts through the WNC Resilience Project
A student panel told attendees of The WNC Resilience Project's spring convening how schools can help students become more resilient.
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May 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Student voices are helping shape post-Helene recovery efforts by sharing experiences through the #WNCResilienceProject. When schools listen, amazing things happen! Read more in this article from #ednc by Sophia Luna: www.ednc.org/student-voic...
#WNC #StudentVoice #CommunityDriven
#WNC #StudentVoice #CommunityDriven
Last week, Open Way Learning hosted the #WNCResilienceProject Spring Convening, gathering educators, students, & partners in #WNC. Students shared insights that are shaping real projects! Read more: www.openwaylearning.org/post/wnc-stu...
#Resilience #K12Education #DeeperLearning
#Resilience #K12Education #DeeperLearning
What WNC Students Say Has Changed Since Hurricane Helene
Students from across Western North Carolina shared how school has changed since Hurricane Helene. Their insights point to a clear direction for schools: maintain high expectations, invest in relationships, and create more opportunities for students to lead, connect, and contribute in meaningful ways.
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May 1, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Last week, Open Way Learning hosted the #WNCResilienceProject Spring Convening, gathering educators, students, & partners in #WNC. Students shared insights that are shaping real projects! Read more: www.openwaylearning.org/post/wnc-stu...
#Resilience #K12Education #DeeperLearning
#Resilience #K12Education #DeeperLearning
Last week the #WNCResilienceProject brought Wes Davis to far #westernNorthCarolina, where he had the honor of facilitating a conference session. Together we applied the #OpenWayLearning “Hack a Lesson” protocol to a disaster recovery themed kite-building lesson. #STEM
March 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Last week the #WNCResilienceProject brought Wes Davis to far #westernNorthCarolina, where he had the honor of facilitating a conference session. Together we applied the #OpenWayLearning “Hack a Lesson” protocol to a disaster recovery themed kite-building lesson. #STEM
One year post #HurricaneHelene, Western NC is redefining education! Check out how the #WNCResilienceProject is transforming schools into hubs of belonging & renewal in Wes Davis's article on community-driven recovery: bit.ly/4osJ7x6
@gettingsmart.bsky.social #LearnerCentered #wnc
@gettingsmart.bsky.social #LearnerCentered #wnc
One Year After Helene: WNC Schools Anchor Recovery in Resilience
Explore the Western North Carolina Resilience Project, aimed at rebuilding stronger schools after Hurricane Helene.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:39 PM
One year post #HurricaneHelene, Western NC is redefining education! Check out how the #WNCResilienceProject is transforming schools into hubs of belonging & renewal in Wes Davis's article on community-driven recovery: bit.ly/4osJ7x6
@gettingsmart.bsky.social #LearnerCentered #wnc
@gettingsmart.bsky.social #LearnerCentered #wnc
At Resilience on the River, #WNC educators quite literally went with the flow, exploring how #placebased learning, collaboration across disciplines, and reflection on the French Broad River can strengthen resilience in schools.
#WNCResilienceProject #OpenWayLearning #OWL
#WNCResilienceProject #OpenWayLearning #OWL
November 4, 2025 at 4:56 PM
At Resilience on the River, #WNC educators quite literally went with the flow, exploring how #placebased learning, collaboration across disciplines, and reflection on the French Broad River can strengthen resilience in schools.
#WNCResilienceProject #OpenWayLearning #OWL
#WNCResilienceProject #OpenWayLearning #OWL
Last week in Marshall, NC, Wes Davis shadowed a teacher whose classroom is the community! From mobile murals to making bricks for art projects, students are creating meaningful work. This is the #WNCResilienceProject in action! #CommunityPartnerships #OWL #MadisonCounty
October 16, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Last week in Marshall, NC, Wes Davis shadowed a teacher whose classroom is the community! From mobile murals to making bricks for art projects, students are creating meaningful work. This is the #WNCResilienceProject in action! #CommunityPartnerships #OWL #MadisonCounty
At North Buncombe Middle School, belonging starts with listening! Students are sharing their thoughts on what they love and want to change and are turning conversation into community! Join the WNC Resilience Network: bit.ly/3VUvXMK #WNCResilienceProject #StuVoice #Belonging #OWL
October 7, 2025 at 4:14 PM
At North Buncombe Middle School, belonging starts with listening! Students are sharing their thoughts on what they love and want to change and are turning conversation into community! Join the WNC Resilience Network: bit.ly/3VUvXMK #WNCResilienceProject #StuVoice #Belonging #OWL
Last week, we had an inspiring day with the #WNCResilienceProject! Educators from Asheville City Schools, Haywood, Madison, Jackson, and Henderson County came together to #reimagine what's possible for #education in #WNC. Big thanks to all who made it a success! bit.ly/4lQnJQN
July 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Last week, we had an inspiring day with the #WNCResilienceProject! Educators from Asheville City Schools, Haywood, Madison, Jackson, and Henderson County came together to #reimagine what's possible for #education in #WNC. Big thanks to all who made it a success! bit.ly/4lQnJQN
Wes Davis interviewed Asheville teachers & a non-profit leader about their transformative projects funded by the #WNCResilienceProject. From outdoor science to student-run childcare, they're reshaping recovery into learning: bit.ly/43CUYAA
#SEL #PlaceBasedLearning
#SEL #PlaceBasedLearning
June 9, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Wes Davis interviewed Asheville teachers & a non-profit leader about their transformative projects funded by the #WNCResilienceProject. From outdoor science to student-run childcare, they're reshaping recovery into learning: bit.ly/43CUYAA
#SEL #PlaceBasedLearning
#SEL #PlaceBasedLearning
Exciting News! Open Way Learning along w/ SparkNC & Education Reimagined have received a multi-year grant from The Leon Levine Foundation to support the #WNCResilienceProject, transforming Hurricane Helene’s challenges into opportunities for recovery & innovation. Learn more: bit.ly/42qhR9M
The Leon Levine Foundation | Investing in the Carolinas
The Leon Levine Foundation supports nonprofit philanthropy in The Carolinas. Mission areas include education, healthcare, human services, and Jewish values.
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April 7, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Exciting News! Open Way Learning along w/ SparkNC & Education Reimagined have received a multi-year grant from The Leon Levine Foundation to support the #WNCResilienceProject, transforming Hurricane Helene’s challenges into opportunities for recovery & innovation. Learn more: bit.ly/42qhR9M
Check out @EducationNC’s coverage of the #WNCResilienceProject, where over 100 educators, students, community leaders, and nonprofits from 18 school districts came together for a two-day design sprint for resilience: bit.ly/3EDjHdQ
#EdReimagined #SparkNC
#EdReimagined #SparkNC
WNC resilience project brings region's educators and leaders together to talk about a way forward
What innovations to new and old problems emerged from this gathering of Western NC educators and leaders?
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February 7, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Check out @EducationNC’s coverage of the #WNCResilienceProject, where over 100 educators, students, community leaders, and nonprofits from 18 school districts came together for a two-day design sprint for resilience: bit.ly/3EDjHdQ
#EdReimagined #SparkNC
#EdReimagined #SparkNC
Reflecting on the #WNCResilienceProject, we witnessed the power of community! Educators & leaders came together to tackle challenges post-Hurricane Helene. Grateful for all who participated in shaping solutions for resilience & healing! #SparkNC #EducationReimagined #WNCStrong
February 4, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Reflecting on the #WNCResilienceProject, we witnessed the power of community! Educators & leaders came together to tackle challenges post-Hurricane Helene. Grateful for all who participated in shaping solutions for resilience & healing! #SparkNC #EducationReimagined #WNCStrong
The WNC Resilience Project 2-Day Workshop is near! 🎉 >60 educators & community leaders from 14 WNC districts hit hard by Helene are gathering in Asheville to innovate for WNC schools. Our event waitlist is proof that this work is needed! Follow #WNCResilienceProject for updates. bit.ly/3C7EXb1
Empowering Educators Through Experiential Learning and Empathy After Hurricane Helene
On November 22, 2024, Open Way Learning, SparkNC, and Education Reimagined launched the WNC Resilience Project
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January 16, 2025 at 3:47 PM
The WNC Resilience Project 2-Day Workshop is near! 🎉 >60 educators & community leaders from 14 WNC districts hit hard by Helene are gathering in Asheville to innovate for WNC schools. Our event waitlist is proof that this work is needed! Follow #WNCResilienceProject for updates. bit.ly/3C7EXb1