What School Could Be

The central question I work on at Unrulr and the focus of my collaborations with people a helluva lot smarter than myself is: "How do we shift from passive to active in our education?" I'll be at Aurora Institute's Symposium at a pop-up table Monday November 4th from 2-4 pm with some incredible educator friends showcasing what makes Unrulr such a powerful tool in the world of portfolios and learner-centered documentation. On Tuesday at 8:30 am i'll be co-leading a workshop with your favorite school leader's favorite school leaders. I'm there to amplify Bill and Madison of Cañon City High School and to share out what happens when schools create a culture of documentation and reflection with their students.

I have been looking forward to releasing this episode with Kamehameha Schools Class of 2025 senior, Mahealani Jackson 🛸 for a long time. We did it live in studio this time, with Hannah Grady Williams 🛸🏴☠️ as my color commentator. We cover every subject under the What School Could Be sun, including AI in education and what it is like to own a business. This 17 year-old's perspective on life and learning is going to knock you out. Please repost, LinkedIn colleagues! Let's give Mahea's voice wide distribution.

🌍✨ Exciting Innovations in Education! ✨🌱 This school year, I introduced my 5th-grade SAUSD students to VR technology while studying Earth’s Water and Interconnected Systems in PLTW. This immersive experience took our learning to the next level! Imagine this: students transporting themselves inside a plant to explore the fascinating process of photosynthesis! 🌿💡 The ability to visualize complex concepts in a virtual environment not only captivates their imagination but also deepens their understanding. With this technology, my students are no longer passive learners; they become explorers, engaging with the material in a way that encourages curiosity and critical thinking. It’s amazing to see their eyes light up as they navigate through the intricate systems of nature! I’m thrilled to integrate such innovative tools into my teaching practice, empowering young minds to grasp challenging ideas while having fun. The future of education is bright, and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes us!🌍🚀  #EdTech #VRinEducation #ProjectLeadTheWay #STEM #InnovationInTeaching #WEareSAUSD #SAUSDBetterTogether #SAUSDGraduatedProfile #SAUSD #duallanguage  #UCIrvine #pltwproud #PLTW

We at What School Could Be are thrilled to share that Jonathon Medeiros, an epic Language Arts educator at Kauai High School in Lihue, Hawai'i, has been selected as a 2025 The NEA Foundation Fellow! This prestigious fellowship recognizes Jonathon’s dedication to his students and his commitment to expanding global competencies in the classroom. Over the next year, Jonathon will engage in a transformative journey, participating in workshops, mentoring, and an international field study, all designed to deepen his global perspective and enhance his teaching practice. We are stoked to see an educator from Hawai'i representing our island community on a global stage. We celebrate Jonathon’s commitment to fostering global awareness and shaping future-ready students. Find our 2023 WSCB Podcast episode with Jonathon wherever you get your podcasts.

There’s something about entrepreneurship I never saw coming—and it hit me right in the middle of my FIRST podcast interview. First, a massive shoutout to Josh Reppun for not only having me on the What School Could Be podcast but also for throwing me off balance with some really thoughtful questions (in the best way possible). From the moment we started, I knew I was in for an exciting conversation. One of my favorite highlights? Having my mentor, Hannah Grady Williams 🛸🏴☠️, join as the co-host. We peeled back the layers of what it really means to grow as an entrepreneur, especially as a 17-year-old trying to balance opportunity with self-awareness. Seeing all the work I’ve done on myself come to life in real-time feels surreal. And considering that it's only been around six months since my journey started, it's all happening incredibly fast. The "great" news? Hannah reminded me that the pressure (and even slight imposter syndrome) that you feel as life starts to fall into place, doesn't really go away, it just evolves. (HOW FUN!) In the limited time we had, we touched on everything we could —from why the education system needs rethinking to what external pressure feels like as a young entrepreneur. Mark your calendars—the episode drops this Sunday 🎧 Most importantly, Mahalo to the incredible team behind What School Could Be and Josh Reppun for having me, to Hannah Grady Williams 🛸🏴☠️ for co-hosting, and to Jon Pennington, PhD for keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. I couldn’t have asked for a better first podcast experience. #Podcast #Entrepreneurship #WhatSchoolCouldBe #FirstPodcast #OptivizeMedia