Community Design Partners

??? Exciting News! ??? We're thrilled to share a recent podcast conversation featuring our co-founder, Kari Nelsestuen, where she dives into the transformative potential of Student-Powered Improvement (SPI). Kari beautifully captures how SPI is more than a framework or initiative—it’s a mindset and a way of being in relationship with students. It’s not a side project or add-on; it’s about reimagining how we work with students to co-create solutions that foster belonging, engagement, and success. (Although there are plenty of resources included) Across the country—from Oregon to Denver, Chicago to Charleston, California to Florida—educators are embracing the mindsets and practices of SPI to: ? Improve attendance ? Design impactful student interventions ? Increase engagement and belonging ? Improve outcomes with students, not for them This conversation is a must-listen for anyone passionate about centering students in educational improvement. ?? ?? Check it out and let us know—what resonates most with you about Kari’s insights? #StudentPoweredImprovement #EducationInnovation #StudentVoice

We love everyone in the 9GS Network Northwest Regional Education Service District. The network HUB members, the dedicated educators and the students are paving the way for what is possible!

The first webinar went so well we're hosting a second! Sign up now for this free, short webinar, Unlock the Power of Student Voice, happening on zoom September 26. See you there! https://bit.ly/3znTAW7

Curious to learn more about Student-Powered Improvement? There are a few spots left in our upcoming free webinars (September 10 or September 26). Hope to see you there! Learn more and sign up here: https://bit.ly/3ARuPCg

Tools and Resources Available Student-Powered Improvement offers a comprehensive suite of resources, including guidebooks, frameworks, and tools designed to make Student-Powered Improvement work in all contexts. New favorites being implemented in the field include:? ?? Resource: Building student-powered classrooms: A guide to partnering with students to improve schools ?? Guide: Vulnerability? ?? Guide: Reimagine power, privilege, and agency ?? Find all the new resources here: https://lnkd.in/d3D7HFF8 Comment below on which resource? you are most curious about.?

Real Results from Real Educators! Discover how schools across the country are transforming with Student-Powered Improvement. New case studies showcase tangible outcomes in various areas, from increased belonging to enhanced student agency. ?? Read our case studies like this new one from our partners at Impact Florida and PERTS. Learn how Ms. Ashby used Student-Power Improvement to improve engagement in her 8th grade algebra classes. https://lnkd.in/ghA8Ycvb

Student-Powered Improvement Matters! Literacy. Mathematics. Postsecondary planning. School climate. Mental health. Attendance. Educators nationwide strive to improve student experiences and outcomes. Solutions to education’s most complex problems should be designed WITH students rather than FOR students. ??? Through empathy, partnership, and reimagining power in schools, student-powered improvement leads to solutions that better meet students’ needs. ?? Explore our resources, including the Student-Powered Improvement Framework: https://bit.ly/46RhcyT

?? Introducing Student-Powered Improvement The Remix ?? Better solutions. Engaged students. Unlock the power of student voice to solve persistent problems in school communities. When adults design WITH students instead of FOR students, powerful shifts in learning are possible. Community Design Partners is thrilled to launch our latest remix of Student-Powered Improvement. In this remix you will find MORE resources to help you on your student-powered journey today at the district, school, and classroom level. ?? We want to thank all the awesome contributors and partners in this remix! ?? ?? High Tech High, Eskolta School Research and Design, City Year, Teaching Matters, Impact Florida, Michelle Feist, PERTS ?? Check it out and let us know what you think. https://lnkd.in/gX6fd8fm

?Coming August 14, 2024: Student-Powered Improvement the Remix! Hear what educators and students involved in Student-Powered Improvement have to say about the transformative way to reimagine schools! Then stay tuned for more! https://lnkd.in/gxWWfjpA

Thanks for having us, NYC Outward Bound Schools! We had an incredible time sharing "Student-Powered Improvement: The Remix" with new friends from your network.?It's always a pleasure to learn and collaborate with our esteemed (and super fun) partners like Aurora Kushner, Andrew Volkert, Rydell Harrison, Jacobē Bell, E Her Vang, Jasmin Gomez, Tatiana Echevarria! Your support means the world to us, and we're grateful to be on this journey together! ?