6 Things to Know to Join the Conversation

​Part of the mission of The Inspired Learning Project is to build a network of like-minded educators who are interested in evolving our schools to promote agency, inquiry, and real work that matters beyond the classroom. Each month we find ideas, encouragement, and support for our work through “inspired conversations” - digital conversations that allow educators to explore the future of schools together. Curious about what this looks like? Included below are six things you need to know to join in.

1. One click away. We use Zoom video conferencing to host our conversations. Check the website or your email (if you’re signed up) for the link. Simply click on your camera-enabled device to join in.

2. Be comfortable. Our conversations are designed to be discussions among friends and colleagues… not work events. Put on your PJs. Get comfortable. Don’t worry about the kids making noise in the background. 

3. Questions. Not answers. Our conversations focus on exploring questions together. You don’t need to have expertise… just curiosity.
 
4. Interviews first. Conversation follows. This year we’ll be hosting short interviews (approximately 10 minutes) with educational leaders who are doing the work to reimagine school before transitioning to full group conversation. The interview segments will be available - podcast-style - for sharing after the convo. 

5. Safe space to learn together. The interviews are the only parts of the conversation that are recorded. After the beginning interview, we shut off the recording to allow for open discussions. 
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6. Change your tomorrow. New ideas shared by a community of professional learners help us to get actionable in shaping the future of our school. Join the discussions to expand your thinking and find ideas that will change your tomorrow. 

The first Inspired Learning Conversation of the year takes place Thursday, November 8 from 3:30pm - 4:15pm (EST) as we explore reimagining the use of time in school. We’ll kick-off this new season with a short interview with Phil Conrad and Bill Burkhead. Mr. Conrad is Principal of Andover High School who has shared Andover’s reimagination of the school schedule with audiences across New England and the nation. Mr. Burkhead is the 2018 Massachusetts Principal of the Year and Principal of Monomoy High School where their “Jawsome Hour” has injected agency and personalization into the traditional school schedule. 

Click this link on 11/8 from 3:30pm - 4:15pm to hear the interview and join the conversation.