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Elko County is transforming education by turning community insights into a dynamic "portrait of a learner" that empowers students and keeps them engaged in their education.

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Elko County presents 'portrait of a learner' and field‑tests competency progressions
Elko County School District told the commission it built a community‑informed portrait of a learner and is piloting learning progressions across grades K–12; teachers said the model helps make daily instruction more relevant and keeps students engaged.
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October 30, 2026 at 4:07 AM
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The NC DPI Competency-Based Education Innovation Grant is now open! Apply by Oct 18, 2026, at 5 PM. If you're into competency-based learning, Open Way Learning can support you! Interested? Let's chat! www.dpi.nc.gov/districts-sc... #CBE #NCED #LearnerCentered
Office of Teaching and Learning | NC DPI
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October 1, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Grateful to partner with Education Reimagined through the #WNC Resilience Project! Check out their databook showing how learner-centered ecosystems boost emotional growth & cognitive skills: education-reimagined.org/learner-cent... #LearnerCentered#LearningEcosystems #CommunityPartnerships #wncrp
Learner-Centered Ecosystem Research Databook
This databook shares early findings on how learner-centered ecosystems are developing and operating in practice.
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August 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Join us for the WNC Resilience Project Summer Convening on July 28-29 at Southwestern Community College: youtube.com/shorts/_mWCm...

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July 6, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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San Diego Unified School District is taking a bold step toward revolutionizing education with a new resolution aimed at enhancing technology use for better student engagement and learning outcomes.

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San Diego Unified board adopts learner-centered technology resolution after hours of testimony
After detailed presentations from district technology and instructional staff and more than an hour of public comment, the San Diego Unified School District board unanimously adopted a learner-centered technology use resolution that directs staff to develop grade-level guidance, review instructional tools against research and privacy standards, and return with an implementation update.
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June 28, 2026 at 9:22 AM
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How might we help students experience democracy, not just study it? This @gettingsmart.bsky.social podcast explores the power of curiosity, storytelling, and student voice in civic learning: www.gettingsmart.com/podcast/dr-d...

#StudentVoice #LearnerCentered
Dr. Douglas Yacek on True Engagement in Learning
Douglas Yacek explores civic education, student engagement, and how authentic teaching can bridge the stimulation gap.
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June 25, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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Last week, OWL joined educators and partners from across the country at EdReimagined's Learner-Centered Ecosystem Summit in Baltimore. A key takeaway: learner-centered ecosystems grow through relationships, shared experiences, and making learning visible. #learnercentered
June 24, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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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
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This article from @gettingsmart.bsky.social by David Ross challenges schools to think beyond simply adding #AI tools into traditional systems: www.gettingsmart.com/2026/05/11/c...

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Changing Work Flow of Schools
AI in schools won’t matter until school workflow changes—shifting from fixed instruction to adaptive, personalized learning systems.
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May 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Lead for Learners is a free online community connecting educators across the U.S. Get support and resources focused on learner-centered systems change. Join via our app!

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A promotional graphic showing a smartphone screen with a chat conversation about student‑led conferencing. Text at the top reads, “Ready to make learning more student‑driven? Get strategies, resources and advice when you need it.” A button says “Download the app,” and the KnowledgeWorks Lead for Learners logo appears at the bottom.
March 13, 2026 at 7:54 PM
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What if #K12 #Education was designed for powerful, engaging learning every day? Check out #NextGenLearningChallenges latest article on schools achieving this, from #ProjectCentered classrooms in ND to #StudentDriven work in CA & ME: bit.ly/4ayHrMI #PBL #LearnerCentered
Your Favorite Learning Experience Charts the Way to a Learning…
What if schools were designed to spark powerful, purposeful, super-engaging, life-enhancing learning all the time, every day?
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February 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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With stories by students and their ed supporters, you can explore what #YouthVoice is, why it matters, and how real student stories and experiences support more equitable, #LearnerCentered education. Take a look!
https://www.nextgenlearning.org/articles/youth-voice-stories-in-education
Youth Voice in Education: Sharing Student Experiences
Learn what youth voice is, why it matters, and how real student stories and experiences support more equitable, learner-centered education in schools for…
www.nextgenlearning.org
February 13, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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February 12, 2026 at 4:10 AM
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A huge thank you to everyone who supported #OpenWayLearning in our end-of-year campaign! Your generosity fuels #learnercentered, community-connected education. Every contribution helps expand what’s possible for learners in the year ahead: bit.ly/4pgnh0b
OWL Giving Campaign 2025 | Open Way Learning (Powered by Donorbox)
Across the U.S., young people are bursting with ideas. When school connects to who they are and what they care about, they lean in, lead, and thrive.Open Way Learning partners with schools and distric...
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January 12, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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Learning works when it feels safe, natural, and truly yours.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:11 PM
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January 5, 2026 at 5:26 PM
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#educationfreedom #learnerdirected #learnercentered | Alternative Education Resource Organization - AERO
Give to AERO and Get something on Giving Tuesday When you give to AERO, you help students, families, school, entrepreneurs, practitioners ,and anyone who is in some way involved in providing educatio...
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December 2, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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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

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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
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October 3, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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What if classrooms worked like national parks? 🏞️ With intentional design, clear expectations, and student choice, learning becomes exploration — not instruction.

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What K–12 Teachers Can Learn from National Parks: How Visitor Experience Principles Can Help Create an Empowered, Learner Centered Classroom
National parks don’t just preserve landscapes, they design experiences that teach, inspire, and empower visitors. This blog explores how K–12 teachers can borrow visitor experience principles from…
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September 26, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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Learn how mini-grants foster collaboration & creativity in classrooms in this clip from NC State College of Education featuring Syna Sharma, a Middle Grades Educator & OWL Board Member. Her passion for #experientiallearning is truly inspiring! bit.ly/46okzNG

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Creating Engaging Classrooms Through Mini-grants: Syna Sharma
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September 22, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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👥 Every year, you meet dozens of new learners. Each one brings unique strengths, challenges, and dreams. "The Culturally Competent Educator" helps you see and nurture ALL of them. 25 days until we dive deep together! #LearnerCentered #UniqueStrengths #EduSky #AcademicSky
September 3, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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Designing the Future: Case Studies Highlighting AI in Highlighting AI in Service of Learner-Service of LearnerCentered Classrooms Centered Classrooms via @LCCollaborative learnercentered.org/wp-content/u... #EduSky #EduSkyAI #TLSky #EdTech #AIinEducation #aisky #ai #artificialintelligence
July 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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A heated debate in Bedford County is redefining the terms "student" and "learner," raising questions about the future of education and what it truly means to learn.

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Bedford County Education Officials Debate Terminology for Future Learning Framework
Officials discuss the relevance of 'learning' versus 'students' in educational messaging.
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July 15, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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As educators, how can we cultivate a culture of trust, respect, and empowerment in the classroom? In this #NextGenLearningChallenges article, Nika Hollingsworth examines the significant impact of incorporating #studentvoice: bit.ly/469hqmx
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Why Listening to Students Matters More Than "Good Intentions"
Explore how involving students in decision-making fosters a culture of participation, trust, and shared responsibility, leading to better outcomes for all.
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July 14, 2025 at 2:55 PM