#whatschoolcouldbe
You are a great storyteller and interviewer, @melching5.bsky.social I was fortunate and grateful to be on several podcasts for #WhatSchoolCouldBe with you.

I'm like you looking for more learner & educators' stories to amplify their voices. Let's help each other make it happen. #Rethink_Learning
December 10, 2024 at 1:21 AM
Jo Napolitano shares why we need to normalize accommodations and tutoring instead of labeling learners "bad at math" in this article from @the74.bsky.social : bit.ly/3DUwCbe

#WhatSchoolCouldBe #MathEquity #InclusionInEducation #STEM #EmpowerStudents
Being ‘Bad at Math’ is a Pervasive Concept. Can it Be Banished From Schools?
Math education experts say schools should no longer classify kids as bad at the subject, but instead normalize accommodations and tutoring.
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January 13, 2025 at 5:09 PM
What if we focused on essential skills and student curiosity instead of outdated curricula? Tony Wagner urges us to transform education. Communities are embracing #MasteryBased approaches & #StudentVoice. Check out his insights: www.whatschoolcouldbe.org/blog/a-manda...

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A Mandate and A Framework for Action — What School Could Be
by: Tony Wagner
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February 27, 2025 at 4:59 PM
For video resources as well as #WhatSchoolCouldBe reflection questions on Students Managing Their Own Learning, head over here: www.whatschoolcouldbe.org/innovation-p...
#EduSky #StudentDrivenLearning
Students Manage Their Learning — What School Could Be
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December 11, 2024 at 5:14 PM
How can we reimagine education to prepare our students for the complex challenges of the future? Will Richardson shares his manifesto on confronting education in a time of chaos, complexity, and collapse: bit.ly/3E2mv4q
#WhatSchoolCouldBe #Education #ReimagineLearning
Confronting Education in a Time of Chaos, Complexity, and Collapse: A Manifesto — What School Could Be
By: Will Richardson
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April 1, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Hello #EduSkyChat, friends!
My name is Mel, & I'm the Global Knowledge Curator at @WhatSchoolCouldBe. Although I'm not in an elementary school setting anymore, my ❤️ is still with the littles, where I worked for over 20 years. Play was a HUGE part of learning there (as it should be in all spaces!).
April 23, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Teens are turning their love for music into #realworldskills at the All City Orchestra Summer Academy, exploring paths in performance, teaching, and more: bit.ly/4mBWycW

@Chalkbeat #MusicEducation #YouthEmpowerment #CreativeArts #WhatSchoolCouldBe #RethinkHighschool
Backstage or first chair: Music programs aim to give students flexible career options
To keep up with a growing emphasis on workforce development, music education programs are helping students explore the industry and improve their broader career skills. But federal funding cuts make t...
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August 28, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Here is a link to my latest article which previews some themes from my forthcoming book on mastery-based learning in schools and the workplace. whatschoolcouldbe.org/blog/a-mandate… @WhatSchoolCouldBe
https://whatschoolcouldbe.org/blog/a-mandate…
November 23, 2024 at 2:27 PM
How can we foster a collaborative classroom that boosts teacher retention and student success? Check out this article from @the74.bsky.social on schools piloting team teaching models! Learn more: bit.ly/4gqZpmE
#CultureofCollaboration #WhatSchoolCouldBe
Team Teaching Model Aims to Help Michigan Schools Retain Teachers
Districts hope the team approach will attract and retain talented teachers and make the profession more sustainable.
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September 16, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Excited to be returning to ISTE + ASCD again. Ready to 1) talk about implementing district Graduate / Learner profiles, and 2) roll up our sleeves and redesign lessons and units for #deeperlearning together!

#edtech #edchat #k12 #futureready #4shifts #whatschoolcouldbe #edleaders #principals
December 19, 2024 at 9:34 PM
April 28, 2025 at 11:27 PM
A3 At #WhatSchoolCouldBe we share resources and inspiration around the 5 themes of our Innovation Playlist: Mobilizing Your Community, Real-World Challenges, Student-Driven Learning, Evidence of Deeper Learning, and Caring and Connected Communities. Happy to dig deeper! #rethink_learning
Q3. #Rethink_Learning

Bluesky provides multiple opportunities for sharing resources and ideas.

What resources or ideas have you shared or plan to share?
What resources or ideas would you like to get or find?
December 10, 2024 at 1:30 AM
Hi #rethink_learning! I'm Mel, the #WhatSchoolCouldBe Global Knowledge Curator, based out of Honolulu. I am SO excited to be taking part in my first #BlueSky chat!
December 10, 2024 at 12:02 AM
Ten years ago Greg Whiteley and Ted Dintersmith featured Samantha, Brian and Scout in their film, “Most Likely to Succeed.” #WhatSchoolCouldBe will bring these three back for a “Where are they now?” conversation on YouTube Live. To register go to: bit.ly/4kvs36O
July 7, 2025 at 5:00 PM
I am really looking forward to this new book, "Challenge Accepted," by Chris Balme! Illustrations? Short chapters? Choose Your Own Adventure? Yes, please. 😀 #EduSky #WhatSchoolCouldBe #StudentAgency

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Challenge Accepted
A preview of my next book
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January 23, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Really? I’d love to know more about what you’re doing! Let me know if #WhatSchoolCouldBe can spotlight anything you and @irasocol.bsky.social doing. #EduSky
December 9, 2024 at 1:06 AM