Aurora Institute

For nearly 30 years, Boston Day and Evening Academy (BDEA) has led the way in competency-based education (CBE)—ensuring students progress based on mastery, not seat time. With a focus on equity, belonging, and real-world learning, BDEA supports students through personalized roadmaps, project-based courses, and strong mentorship. Programs like BDEA 2.0 continue to evolve to meet student needs in college and career planning. In this blog, Aurora Institute’s Laurie Gagnon explores how BDEA is evolving and sustaining by grounding in their competency model. ?? Read more about BDEA’s model: https://hubs.li/Q03cWsFR0

Together with our friends The Learning Accelerator we released a statement today on the executive order regarding the elimination of the Department of Education: https://hubs.li/Q03cRcwC0

Do you have expertise to share around advancing personalization, competency-based education, or student agency with the field? We're now seeking proposals for the Aurora Institute Symposium 2025, to be held in New Orleans, LA on Oct 25-28, 2025. Submit your proposals by 4/4/25. https://hubs.li/Q03ckXng0 #CompetencyEd #EducationLeaders #Teachers #EducationConference #Aurora25

Lindsay Unified School District is redefining what’s possible in competency-based education! From shifting mindsets to building student agency, LUSD’s journey proves that systems change is possible—and sustainable. ?? Dive into the latest milestones and lessons from LUSD: https://hubs.li/Q03bzZl50

BFA Fairfax is redefining education with clear proficiencies and collaborative structures. By offering more choices and personalized support, they're creating a dynamic learning environment that truly responds to student needs. Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q03bbl8J0

??The Request for Presentation Proposals for the Aurora Institute Symposium 2025 is now open! We invite proposals focused on transforming K-12 education systems, advancing breakthrough practices and policies, and implementing personalized, competency-based learning. https://hubs.li/Q03bhBwP0 Proposals are due by 4/4/25. #CompetencyEd #EducationLeaders #Teachers #Researchers #EducationConference #Aurora25

??On the #CompetencyWorks blog - Youth Voices: CBE In the Classroom and Beyond. Student writer Samarah Bentley reflects on her real-world learning and CBE as a flexible approach that can happen in school or beyond: https://hubs.li/Q03bbj1_0

?? Calling all education innovators! Ready to lead a panel, spark a book club, empower through youth-led sessions, or dive deep into a workshop? Submit your presentation proposal for #Aurora25 by 4/4 and let's make waves in education transformation! https://hubs.li/Q03bbF7R0 #CompetencyEd #EducationLeaders #Teachers #Researchers #EducationConference #Aurora25

?? Calling all education innovators! Ready to lead a panel, spark a book club, empower through youth-led sessions, or dive deep into a workshop? Submit your presentation proposal for #Aurora25 by 4/4 and let's make waves in education transformation! More here: https://lnkd.in/espRTzYB?#CompetencyEd #EducationLeaders #Teachers #Researchers #EducationConference #Aurora25

Are you at AASA's #NCE25? If so, join me, Susan Bell and leaders from Mesa Public Schools as we talk about education transformation through competency-based credentials tomorrow (Friday) at 12:45!