The Power of Project-Based Learning: A Showcase of Handy Middle School's Success

Sixth-grade teachers at Handy Middle School have spent the year transitioning their instructional approach to project-based learning (PBL), and the results have been impressive.

The video is great because it amplifies teacher and student voices to describe what project-based learning is and how it benefits students. The level of engagement and ownership of learning is evident in the projects showcased, and it's exciting to see the impact on student success.

PBL has transformed the way Handy teachers and administrators think about teaching and learning, and it aligns with the district's vision of empowering students to be lifelong learners. It allows students to build on prior knowledge, develop new skills, and connect learning to the real world. Students become problem-solvers, collaborators, and creative thinkers.

I'm insanely proud of the work that students, teachers, and principals have accomplished throughout the Handy redesign. It's inspiring to see students taking ownership of their learning and seeing the impact it has on their academic success.

I can't wait to see what's next for these kids.