Spotlight on EL Education! We are so grateful that we were able to send staff to national EL Education conference last week. Nadia, Kindergarten Crew Leader and Alli, a 3rd Grade Crew Leader, shared some of their takeaways with us.

"One significant realization I gained from the experience is that I'm exactly where I need to be! It reinforced the notion that EL (Expeditionary Learning) is not just a curriculum but a mindset. The synergy of both elements is essential for effective EL implementation.

Another key takeaway for me was the recognition that students are capable of much more than we often perceive. Emphasizing the use of student work, examples, and their voices is incredibly vital. As educators, relinquishing control can be challenging, but the outcomes—both the final product and the learning journey—become significantly more impactful, meaningful, and enjoyable for both students and teachers when students actively participate in discussions about their own learning." - Alli Brady 

"Going to the National EL conference  in Denver was a heart warming and inspirational experience.  Meeting like minded educators who believe in Expeditionary Learning and what it can bring to a child's life felt like meeting family. I left the conference understanding the philosophy of EL on a much deeper level and embracing it even more. As a crew leader in a play based/EL Education kindergarten program I was especially inspired by the Power of Play seminar!" - Nadia Rezanovich