What's on Deck
Upcoming Trainings and Events to Fuel Your Next Move!
Designing Defenses of Learning
February 18 | 9:00–3:00
Back by popular demand! Every student has a learning story worth telling. This design session supports teachers, coaches, and leaders in creating or refining Defenses of Learning that center growth, reflection, and student voice. Through inspiring examples, exploration of common pain points, and digging into 50+ tools and strategies, you'll leave with ideas and resources to make your Defenses of Learning impactful for your entire school/ district community.
✈️ The Communication & Collaboration Playbook
March 12 | 9:00–3:00
The two skills most commonly included in Portraits of a Learner AND on job descriptions: communication and collaboration. But, what does it really mean to bring those skills to life in classrooms? This session explores practical strategies and simple shifts found in our Profile Playbook that help make these skills daily habits. With or without a learner profile, participants will leave with tools that empower students to take ownership and collaborate with purpose.
✈️ Learning Opportunity with Our Friends at NGLC
April 9–10, 2026 | Portland, Maine
Next Generation Learning Challenges invites educators to a Learning Excursion to Casco Bay High School, focused on rigor, relevance, and relationships in innovative instruction and proficiency-based grading. Participants will experience student-led, community-connected learning in action and take home bold yet practical ideas. Early bird pricing is available through February 1, with additional discounts through March 1.
