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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

OWL is heading to the #NAEA conference in Baltimore, Oct 5-7! Join Jeff Petty & Ben Pendarvis for a preconference session on reimagining alternative education with learners at the center. Let’s discuss where you've seen true agency & belonging in alternative schools! #NCAAE

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We’re headed to Baltimore! On Oct. 5, Jeff Petty & OWL’s Ben Pendarvis will lead a NAEA design session exploring how alternative schools can become places of belonging, relevant learning & real opportunity. Learn more: lnkd.in/gtKaSqhf #AlternativeEducation @educationnc.bsky.social

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The WNC Resilience Project Summer Convening brought educators and partners from across #WesternNorthCarolina together to connect, create, and keep building what’s possible for students. #WNCRP #LearnerCenteredLearning #EducationInnovation #CommunityPartnerships

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

How do we turn strong change ideas into meaningful action? Join us in WNC to build a culture of collaboration at the 2026 Summer Convening on July 28–29! Learn more: www.openwaylearning.org/ #WNCResilienceProject #OpenWayLearning #ContinuousImprovement #LearnerCenteredEducation

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Join us for the WNC Resilience Project Summer Convening on July 28-29 at Southwestern Community College: youtube.com/shorts/_mWCm... RSVP: www.wncresilienceproject.org/eventsconten... #WNCRP #LearnerCentered #EducationCommunity

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

160 educators and community partners. 125 WNC educators. An estimated 7,500 students reached. Join us July 28–29 in Sylva as we continue building a stronger learner-centered ecosystem across Western North Carolina. Learn more: www.wncresilienceproject.org/events #WNCRP

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Last week, OWL joined educators and partners from across the country at EdReimagined's Learner-Centered Ecosystem Summit in Baltimore. A key takeaway: learner-centered ecosystems grow through relationships, shared experiences, and making learning visible. #learnercentered

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

How might we carry forward the best of this school year? Reflect on a bright spot for students, an area of growth, and a moment when collaboration improved outcomes. Those insights become the foundation for stronger, more student-centered schools. #K12 #EdChat #studentcentered

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Reflecting on OWL's work with Albuquerque Public Schools, one of the most exciting outcomes was seeing educators move beyond viewing #PBL as a set of strategies & instead embrace it as an iterative design process grounded in #studentvoice, authentic learning & #continuousimprovement.

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be? Students shared their thoughts on sticky notes, from climate change to more outdoor time. Join Open Way Learning’s Student-Centered Classrooms Cohort to boost engagement! RSVP HERE: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

When students feel known by the adults around them, they engage more fully in the work. These are some of the ideas educators will explore through our Student Centered Learning Cohort: bit.ly/480Fecz #StudentCenteredLearning #RelationshipsMatter #StudentVoice #K12

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

At the Spring Convening, students shared how Hurricane Helene changed their schools. They spoke of strength, connection, and gratitude for their teachers. Discover more: www.openwaylearning.org/post/wnc-stu... #Resilience #K12Education #DeeperLearning #DesignThinking #PBL

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Michelle from #OpenWayLearning shares the “My Favorite No” protocol to boost #criticalthinking and #collaboration in the #classroom. 🔗Watch the video: www.youtube.com/watch 🔗 Explore the protocol: www.youtube.com/watch 🔗 Join our cohort: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

What if learning was more connected, relevant, and driven by students? Join our Zoom info session to explore our yearlong cohort and how schools are making that shift together!🔗 Spots are limited. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #StudentCentered #K12 #Eductation #OWL

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Last week the #WNCResilienceProject brought Wes Davis to far #westernNorthCarolina, where he had the honor of facilitating a conference session. Together we applied the #OpenWayLearning “Hack a Lesson” protocol to a disaster recovery themed kite-building lesson. #STEM

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Last month marked 1 year since the January gathering that launched the #WesternNorthCarolinaResilienceProject! In just a year, we've built a community-led effort with 200+ educators shaping #K12 #education. Grateful for the collaboration! #TeacherLeadership #SchoolCulture #NorthCarolina

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

At Resilience on the River, #WNC educators quite literally went with the flow, exploring how #placebased learning, collaboration across disciplines, and reflection on the French Broad River can strengthen resilience in schools. #WNCResilienceProject #OpenWayLearning #OWL

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Last week in Marshall, NC, Wes Davis shadowed a teacher whose classroom is the community! From mobile murals to making bricks for art projects, students are creating meaningful work. This is the #WNCResilienceProject in action! #CommunityPartnerships #OWL #MadisonCounty

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

At North Buncombe Middle School, belonging starts with listening! Students are sharing their thoughts on what they love and want to change and are turning conversation into community! Join the WNC Resilience Network: bit.ly/3VUvXMK #WNCResilienceProject #StuVoice #Belonging #OWL

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Thrilled to have facilitated a #strategicplanning workshop at North Cedar Elementary in Cedar Falls! Huge thanks to Dr. Nolan for sharing his insights. Excited to see the team embark on their 5-Year Strategic Plan! #EducationalLeadership #SystemsChange #OpenWayLearning

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

OWL is excited to support Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public School in #reimaginingeducation in NC! Huge thanks to everyone who participated in our design sprint for #experientiallearning. Looking forward to amazing experiences at the new ECPPS Micro School, Aviation Academy, and beyond!

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Last week, we had an inspiring day with the #WNCResilienceProject! Educators from Asheville City Schools, Haywood, Madison, Jackson, and Henderson County came together to #reimagine what's possible for #education in #WNC. Big thanks to all who made it a success! bit.ly/4lQnJQN

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Last week #OWL co-founder Ben Owens participated in the 2025 Hot Springs Teacher Institute, where educators from NC collaborated on #communitybasedlearning projects inspired by #WilmaDykeman’s legacy & past #CBL projects continue to inspire new educators! bit.ly/4o1i2Rz

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

Ten years ago Greg Whiteley and Ted Dintersmith featured Samantha, Brian and Scout in their film, “Most Likely to Succeed.” #WhatSchoolCouldBe will bring these three back for a “Where are they now?” conversation on YouTube Live. To register go to: bit.ly/4kvs36O

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Wes Davis interviewed Asheville teachers & a non-profit leader about their transformative projects funded by the #WNCResilienceProject. From outdoor science to student-run childcare, they're reshaping recovery into learning: bit.ly/43CUYAA #SEL #PlaceBasedLearning

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

OWL is proud to support Fielding International for the FLEx Summer Bootcamp, July 22–24 in Sun Prairie, WI! K–8 educator teams will dive into: Co-teaching strategies, #SpatialDesign for #studentagency & #DesignThinking protocols. Learn more & register: bit.ly/4dSYN8

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Two days, two innovative schools, & one van full of committed educators sparked immediate change at North Cedar Elementary! After visiting Minnesota New Country School & Gatewood Elementary, teachers began #outdoorlearning the NEXT DAY! Have you seen "one degree" shifts in your school?

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Shoutout to #BartramAcademy in #WNC! Their Food Economics Project had students analyzing Huddle House vs. homemade pancakes, then plan a meal on a $10 budget. One student said, "I can save and spend money; I feel like I can survive with what we learned." Great job! #PBL #StudentVoice #StuVoice

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Jimmy McCue & Wes Davis of OWL along w/ Mike Strong of Blue Dot Education will be at #DL25 in San Diego April 2-4th! Their workshop on empathetic leadership aims to transform how teachers & leaders co-create meaningful learning experiences. Learn more: bit.ly/4jY0cwM @hthgse

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

@engineerteacher.bsky.social just wrapped up two incredible days at Santo Domingo School, where teachers & students co-designed 'How-To Guides' for all the tech tools in their #makerspace. Watching students take the lead learning by doing & then supporting their peers was truly inspiring! #STEM

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Reflecting on the #WNCResilienceProject, we witnessed the power of community! Educators & leaders came together to tackle challenges post-Hurricane Helene. Grateful for all who participated in shaping solutions for resilience & healing! #SparkNC #EducationReimagined #WNCStrong

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Kicking off 2025 with our friends at North Cedar Elementary in Cedar Falls, IA! 🎉 Ben Owens & Jimmy McCue teamed up with educators for some authentic learning, tackling "How Might We" challenges & enjoying the town's famous crab rangoon pizza! #Education #Collaboration

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

Open Way Learning, SparkNC and Education Reimagined will be co-hosting a transformative 2-Day Resilience-Building Workshop for educators and stakeholders in WNC this January. Learn more: admin@openwaylearning.org Support teachers: donorbox.org/the-wnc-resi... #WNCResilience

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

OWL will be co-hosting a Resilience-Building Workshop for educators in #WNC alongside SparkNC & Education Reimagined. Let's #ReimagineEducation as a catalyst for resilience, healing & innovation! Learn more: admin@openwaylearning.org Support teachers: bit.ly/3ZyaD1X

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

How can we redefine attendance as a skill rather than just a checklist? Let’s empower students to thrive, not just show up. Read more in this article by Matthew Riggan (via Next Generation Learning Challenges) bit.ly/49HTtSU #LearnerCentered #ReimagineLearning

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

Open Way Learning is excited to share that alongside SparkNC & Education Reimagined, we will be co-hosting a 2-Day Resilience-Building Workshop in January for educators & stakeholders in WNC. More info: admin@openwaylearning.org Support teachers: bit.ly/3ZyaD1X

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

How do we empower teachers as co-designers? By fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection! At Konnoak Middle School, OWL hosted a hands-on workshop where teachers used improv to share their project designs-sparking laughter, joy & #radicalcollaboration! #PowerofUs

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

We joined NC math teachers on their #experientiallearning journey! OWL Fellow Margaret Borden & Wes Davis led an inspiring session at the #NCCTM conference. A highlight? Transforming a “Design a Zoo” unit into a main-course #PBL experience! #MathEducation

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Open Way Learning @openwaylearning.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Support the WNC Resilience Project! Join us in creating a network of educators, students, and leaders focused on long-term transformation! donorbox.org/the-wnc-resi... #GivingTuesday #WNCResilience #EmpowerStudents #CommunityRecovery

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