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“Mrs. Lee, what does it matter if I read this informational text and write about it? It’s only for a grade. Who’s going to read it anyways? Who cares?” Project Based Learning has the answer! bit.ly/2FaVPgL #PBL

"Interdisciplinary, or multi-subject, projects are often seen as the pinnacle of PBL goodness." How can we make sure they're the best possible experience? Check out these suggestions! bit.ly/3dAjcOz

The Gallery Walk protocol can be used as a formative assessment tool in a PBL unit. It promotes student agency and collaboration while nurturing a classroom culture that welcomes feedback & continuous improvement. Learn more here: bit.ly/30Zr7kT #Assessment #Protocol

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A Gallery Walk protocol can be used as a formative assessment tool in your classroom to help students critique and revise their work. In our #PBL101 Workshop, participants receive feedback on their #PBL units using the protocol. Learn more here: bit.ly/30Zr7kT

In so many ways every day, Ann Arbor Public Schools work together to ensure a culture of dignity, belonging, and well-being. See how these values are nurtured via hands-on learning—and 5th grade power circles—at A2STEAM. Mr Nathan Hatt @A2SchoolsSuper @ms_aaps Dawn Linden

We were delighted to host J. Scott Savage at A2 STEAM for our 2nd-5th graders today. He was thoughtful, funny, and inspiring. He's doing a book signing tonight at Shuler books too (with free posters)! schulerbooks.com/event/graysen-… J Scott Savage A2 Public Schools A2STEAM Schuler Books

.Huron High School IB students helped the environment while building community during Day of Service at the Freeman Environmental Education Center. 👏👏👏shorturl.at/rvQWX @A2SchoolsSuper @ms_aaps Michigan Dept of Ed

"One 'move' I made that enhanced my PBL teaching was developing the classroom project wall into an active teaching tool rather than a bulletin board." Learn how a project wall can make thinking visible and support open-ended inquiry in your classroom. bit.ly/3QrDmkG

Congratulations to A2STEAM art teacher Rachel Jensen, who has been selected as the Michigan Art Education Association’s Middle Level Art Educator of the Year! Q & A with this week’s Exceptional Teacher: t.ly/vQirT A2 STEAM Lab @A2SchoolsSuper @ms_aaps

Library Love Day, a fundraiser Booksweet to support the A2 STEAM library is tomorrow, Saturday 10/28! Students will perform live music from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (I'll be there then) and student artwork will be on display. More details here: shopbooksweet.com/library-love-d… A2STEAM

Congrats to Rachel Jensen, A2 STEAM ⁦A2 Public Schools⁩ art teacher- The Michigan Art Education Association will award Jensen as MAEA 2023 Middle Level Art Educator of the Year during annual MAEA Conference in Ann Arbor today! ⁦A2STEAM⁩ #AAPSProud 👏 news.a2schools.org/rachel-jensen-…

An A2STEAM 7th grade design team has submitted an entry into the City of Ann Arbor Flag Design Contest. Learn about their creative process, and what their final design symbolizes: shorturl.at/aLQ46. Mr Nathan Hatt

Download this guide to learn how to guide your students through the process of making interactive maps or tours in PBL. Download the guide here: bit.ly/2YKj1Px #elementary #middleschool #PBL

Use this guide to evaluate the inclusion of Authenticity into PBL projects. It may be helpful to write down examples or evidence that support your evaluation in the boxes below. bit.ly/3P3oYOR

Hooray for Leland Jackson, an 8th grader at A2STEAM who is one of 12 contestants in the new season of Kids Baking Championship debuting on Food Network Jan. 1. We are so proud of you, Leland, and all of AAPS is cheering you on! Story and video interview: t.ly/3r4UP

AAPS Pioneer and Skyline competing at the FIRST Robotics State finals this weekend with hopes of making it to the national finals. A2 Public Schools Andrew Cluley

So proud of our first graders and our first grade team! This project has evolved over years through structured reflection and iteration. Another reason why PBLWorks! news.a2schools.org/a2-steam-first…

A2STEAM What a meaningful and authentic learning experience. Great work A2STEAM. We can’t wait to hear more about your projects!

Kelly Newton says that establishing a firm but friendly classroom environment while maintaining high expectations and stable, safe, & predictable routines requires a delicate balance. Read how this A2STEAM Exceptional Teacher makes that happen: t.ly/7tfvG