We’re wrapping up the year and sharing our most listened-to podcast of the 2024-2025 school year. This summer, tune in on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts to hear conversations that will inspire you while you are getting a much-needed break: spoti.fi/48efNSu.

Summer is a great time for #SchoolLeaders to reflect on culture — the foundation of thriving teams & schools. Check out 5 practical ways to build a culture-first org, from clear expectations to modeling values: smartbrief.com/original/build…

Summer is in full swing, take a moment to “look back to look forward.” Reflection sparks growth! Try the Rose, Thorn, Bud exercise from our Compass Field Guide to celebrate wins & learn from challenges. Get the full guide here: mvventures.org/shop/mvvs-desi…

School leaders: How often do we anticipate the ripple effects of change? Assembling Tomorrow by Doorley & Carter offers tools to course-correct, future-back thinking, & design resilient schools. A must-read for leading thoughtful, positive change. Add it to your summer list!

Here’s a #TechTool for your summer thinking: the Spidea Web! Einstein said, “Spend most time thinking about the problem, less on solutions.” Use this tool to map ideas & spark creativity for the year ahead. Get the full Design Thinking Field Guide: mvventures.org/shop/mvvs-desi…

Traditional grading systems often do more harm than good when it comes to student motivation. In this Edutopia article, Tyler Rablin (Tyler Rablin) shares how shifting from cumulative grades to meaningful feedback can help students. edutopia.org/article/tyler-…

Last month, we partnered with Landmark School to explore how inquiry-based instruction fuels engagement, ownership & deeper learning. Heads of School: Ready to transform your campus next year? We can help. mvventures.org/what-we-do/

#SchoolLeaders: Looking to sharpen your skills this summer? Traction by Gino Wickman is a go-to. His EOS + 90-day “rocks” framework has shaped our Top Teams work @MVVentures, helping leaders align vision with action. #LeadershipDevelopment #SchoolLeadership #TractionBook

Innovation involves taking chances, risks, and attempting the impossible. Check out this podcast with The Innovation Diploma Program and learn how Director Krista Fancher is helping guide students to find new ways to solve problems. open.spotify.com/episode/2am9E4…

Headed into summer with some space to reflect and recharge? Don’t miss our Spring 2025 Action Research Report, a free resource designed to help you lead transformative change when school is back in session! Grab the full (free!) bundle here → mvventures.org/shop/spring-20…

Want to spark real innovation? Start with your leadership. At @MVVentures, we help teams & boards align, think strategically, & turn mission into action—because when leadership is aligned, anything’s possible. Check out how we can help: mvventures.org/what-we-do/inn…

This summer, as you reflect on how to build stronger school culture, start with how you communicate. At MVV, we often ask school leaders: You differentiate instruction for students—are you differentiating communication for your staff?

What if we stopped grading and started focusing on what students can do? The Cult of Pedagogy piece dives into competency-based learning—where mastery matters more than test scores. A powerful shift for #SchoolLeaders rethinking assessment. Read it here: cultofpedagogy.com/competency-bas…

The Adventure Grid tool from our Compass Field Guide helps teacher leaders explore design opportunities deeply. Use it during pre-school prof. development to inspire the new school year! And then find ways to incorporate it into your classes this fall. bit.ly/3KbRavG

Looking for new ways to engage your faculty during professional development? It's time to dig into our innovative design thinking framework, Compass: A Field Guide for Design Thinking, where empathy, prototyping, and feedback ignite creativity. bit.ly/3z2ssf1

A new school year means new units! We're here to help you plan them efficiently and effectively! Grab MVV’s Unit Planning Template for just $4.99 and turn PS‑12 ideas into real‑world learning fast. mvventures.org/shop/mvv-unit-… #BackToSchool #TeacherHack #UnitPlanning #educators

Curiosity. Experimentation. Connection. On October 22, step onto The Mount Vernon School campus and see how a decade of inquiry, innovation, and impact is redefining what school can be. Mark your calendar and register today! mvventures.org/event/experien…

Kick off the new school year with purposeful curiosity! Our Know / Need‑to‑Know protocol helps teachers tap into prior knowledge, surface big questions, and co‑design learning goals. Get the free PDF from the Compass Field Guide today! 👉 bit.ly/4bLBfjh

At MVV our design strategy and school transformation is a 3-step process that includes, optimizing, transforming, and disrupting. Learn how MVV can collaborate with your campus leaders using these three steps to transformation. mvventures.org/what-we-do/inn…

You are invited to Experience Mount Vernon: A Day of Inquiry, Innovation, and Impact! Join us on October 22 for an opportunity to immerse yourself in the transformative world of The Mount Vernon School. Secure your spot today! mvventures.org/event/experien…