PBL Model District - Large District - Movement Maker Interview: Ashley Curtin | E196

 What if empowering third graders with Project Based Learning (PBL) could lead to real-world changes in your community? Join us for a conversation with district coach Ashley Curtin, who shares how Calvert County Schools in Maryland used PBL to increase student engagement. Learn about their innovative start with Social Studies and the pivotal role of supportive leadership. Ashley also reveals how her adventurous summer underscores the necessity for educators to balance work with rest, ultimately fueling their passion and effectiveness in the classroom.Prepare to be inspired by the remarkable efforts of third graders who took on a peer advocacy project to reduce single-use plastics. These young changemakers crafted PSAs, designed compelling posters, and conducted household self-studies to spread awareness. Their initiative didn't stop there—they launched a letter-writing campaign advocating for more water bottle filling stations in their schools. This chapter showcases the power of authentic, localized projects and the collaborative spirit among teachers, gifted and talented specialists, and technology integration specialists, proving that even the youngest students can make a significant impact with the right support.Discover the strategies behind sustaining and promoting PBL in a school district, even when initial grant funding runs out. Ashley and I discuss the creative adjustments made to keep professional development ongoing and effective, and how meeting teachers where they are in their PBL journey is crucial. From using infographics to gain support to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, we cover actionable insights for educators and administrators. Listen in to learn how Calvert County Schools are creating structures that not only support, but also expand PBL practices, driving personal and professional growth among teachers and students alike.JOIN THE ONLINE PBL COMMUNITY https://magnifypbl.mykajabi.com/pmoc   SIGN UP FOR THE MAGNIFY LEARNING NEWSLETTER https://www.magnifylearningin.org/newsletter-sign-up   ORDER THE BOOK PBL SIMPLIFIED (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/3VLsBtG   SCHEDULE A PBL TRAINING WITH MAGNIFY LEARNING https://resources.magnifylearningin.org/onsite-workshops   ASK RYAN A QUESTION FOR THE PODCAST https://www.pblshare.com   FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Ryan’s Twitter (X) Ryan’s LinkedIn Ryan’s Instagram   Magnify Learning Twitter (X) Magnify Learning Facebook Magnify Learning Instagram   BOOK A MAGNIFY LEARNING DESIGN DAYS WORKSHOP https://www.magnifylearningin.org/design-days-sign-up   Some of the links above are affiliate links which means we get a small commission on anything you purchase using that link (at no more cost to you). As Amazon Associates, we earn from qualifying purchases.