TL;DR: Genius Hour is a powerful way to keep students engaged and excited. By allowing students to explore their passions, conduct research, and create something meaningful, Genius Hour unleashes their potential and fosters a love for learning. Reflecting on the experience and sharing their projects with others enhances students’ self-awareness, growth, and presentation skills. Genius Hour provides a high-engagement unit … Read More
The Gift of Passion
TL;DR: When you enter your state of flow, the passage of time does not seem to feel accurate. Discover your passion and allow yourself to pursue it. It’s a great avenue for self-care. The goal is for students to discover and pursue their passions through Passion Projects. The passion for learning is a gift we hope to instill in students … Read More
Engage Through Your Passions
TL;DR: Schools should be shifting to represent our students and the present-day world. Find ways to fill schools, classrooms, and students with opportunities to be passionate and creative. Host a school-wide Genius Day where staff can share their passions with students and make connections. Engage Through Your Passions It’s time to move forward. We need to stop looking back to … Read More