…integrity, excellence, inclusion, diversity, strength of character and leadership. Like other progressive educational models, EL is rooted in a student-centered environment that promotes creativity, innovation, collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving….

…things, playgrounds provide an opportunity for children to learn teamwork, build social connections, examine patterns and experiment with cause and effect. The best outdoor learning spaces engage all five senses—seeing,…

…in many famous schools, like, for instance, the Crow Island school, you would be right. But, when it comes to early childhood education… the rules are different. One of the…

…at any given moment in the day, lunch and learns can, when done properly, be a great way to engage the team in a new, interesting subject. It can be…

…indoor/outdoor learning stairs. Among its remarks praising the school’s design, the jury wrote, “The sunken courtyard, which serves as outdoor dining, combined with the indoor/outdoor ‘learning stairs’ are an innovative…

…of the school, an outdoor classroom, a place for learning, engagement, social interaction…but most of all FUN. It should reflect the goals, dreams, aspirations and values of the school community,…

…recent years, K-12 education has been in the midst of monumental change. From student-directed learning and flipped classrooms to an emphasis on emotional intelligence, education has been reshaped in the…

…a variety of dedicated outdoor learning spaces on its campus. Several acres of outdoor learning space will highlight different ecosystems—such as woods, a grassland, and even a bog with swamp…

…happening in a manner different from indoor instruction, online learning or play. They can touch, smell, hear, smell and, if you have garden, even taste. (By the way, you’ll find…