When was the last time you asked your tween or teen what they wanted to do when they grew up? It’s a very common question, often coming from relatives or… Read More »
Category: Student-Led Learning
Creating the Right Ecosystem for Student Growth
We spend so much time telling our kids what to do, as parents and as teachers, that we don’t give them credit for knowing what they need and want to… Read More »
Assessments Don’t Determine Growth and Learning
If you have a child at LEADPrep or you’ve landed here in your research for a good fit, you’re probably fed up with standardized testing. Too many educational systems determine… Read More »
It Takes a Village to Make Sure Our Kids Are More Than Okay
As a parent, you know that your kids aren’t okay. You’ve seen them struggle with online learning during the pandemic, can feel their anxiety when it comes to going back… Read More »
At What Cost Are You Pushing Your Kids?
One of the most amazing things about the kids at LEADPrep is that every single one of them is so uniquely different. And we don’t try to pretend that they’re… Read More »
In-depth Conversation about Student-Led Learning
Sometimes, when students are following their own interests, they have difficulty transitioning from the “fun” parts of a project to the “work” parts of a project. For example, Julian’s mom… Read More »