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Let Them Play: How Curiosity Builds Lifelong Learners
For generations, school has often meant structure — desks in rows, lesson plans on the board, and teachers at the front. But across the country, a quiet revolution is happening. Parents and educators are rediscovering something profound: children learn best not through rigid instruction, but through play — the natural language of curiosity. Play-based and student-led learning approaches are changing what education looks like. Instead of focusing on memorization and test scor
Pauline Rivera
Nov 20, 20253 min read


Beyond Grades: How Student-Centered Learning Transforms Classrooms
For generations, classrooms have often moved students through lessons according to the school calendar—not their understanding. This traditional model assumes that every child learns at the same pace, leaving some students behind while others wait to be challenged. But a growing movement in education is challenging that assumption. Across the country, schools are adopting mastery-based and student-centered learning —approaches that focus on each learner’s progress, curiosity
Pauline Rivera
Nov 19, 20254 min read


What Is a Classical Liberal Arts Education — And Why Do People Choose It?
In a world dominated by specialization, standardized testing, and ever-shifting skills demands, the idea of a “ classical liberal arts education ” often sounds nostalgic or countercultural. Yet for many families, educators, and thinkers, it offers something timeless: a formation of mind, character, and civic virtue that prepares students not just for a job, but for a life of wisdom . In this article, we’ll explore what classical liberal arts education means, what its advantag
Pauline Rivera
Oct 20, 20257 min read


🌿 Where Learning Grows Wild: The Power of Nature-Based Education
In an age where children spend increasing amounts of time indoors, tethered to screens and structured lessons, nature-based learning offers a refreshing, evidence-supported alternative. Rather than relegating nature to the “field trip” category, educators are now weaving natural environments and experiences into the very fabric of curriculum. The result? Richer learning, healthier students, and deeper connections to the world around them. Below, we explore the benefits of nat
Pauline Rivera
Oct 20, 20255 min read


Maximizing the Potential of Marketing Microschools: Harnessing the Power of Digital Marketing
Digital marketing has revolutionized the way businesses and organizations reach out to their target audiences. For microschools and...
Wise Together
Jul 28, 20244 min read


Taking Class Outside: A New Approach to Learning
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about many changes in our lives, and education is no exception. With the need for social...
Wise Together
Jul 21, 20242 min read


The Fringe is Becoming the Cloth: A Deep Dive into Homeschooling and Microschooling
This podcast was generated from the following episode of Kerry McDonald's LiberatEd Podcast: https://sites.libsyn.com/397037/the-fringe-h...
Wise Together
Jul 14, 20243 min read


Exploring the New Paradigm of Education: Microschools, Parental Involvement, and Lifelong Learning
This blog post was generated from the following video: School Vs. Education: A Panel Discussion In the ever-evolving landscape of...
Wise Together
Jul 7, 20245 min read


Exploring Education Savings Accounts in Kansas: Opportunities and Challenges
This article was generated from the following video: In recent years, the landscape of education in Kansas has been undergoing...
Wise Together
Jun 30, 20244 min read


The Global Impact of Low-Cost Private Schools: Lessons and Insights for MicroSchools
This blog post was generated from the following video interview of Dr. James Tooley, author of The Beautiful Tree: Education is one of...
Wise Together
Jun 17, 20245 min read


Transforming Education in Wichita: Khan Lab School's Innovative Approach
This blog post was generated from the following episode of the WISE and Otherwise Podcast with Dalena Wallace. Find more at:...
Pauline Rivera
May 7, 20243 min read


The Future of Microschools in Wichita: Insights from the Wichita Learning Lab
This blog post was generated from the following episode of the WISE and Otherwise Podcast with Dalena Wallace. Find more at:...
Pauline Rivera
Apr 30, 20243 min read


The Microschool Movement in Wichita: Dalena Wallace's Inspiring Journey
This blog post was generated from the following episode of the WISE and Otherwise Podcast with Dalena Wallace. Find more at:...
Pauline Rivera
Mar 11, 20243 min read


Wichita's Pioneering Efforts in Microschools and Innovative Education
This blog post was generated from the following episode of the WISE and Otherwise Podcast with Dalena Wallace. Find more at:...
Pauline Rivera
Feb 26, 20243 min read


Empowering Innovation in Wichita's Educational Landscape
This blog post was generated from the following episode of the WISE and Otherwise Podcast with Dalena Wallace. Find more at:...
Pauline Rivera
Feb 19, 20243 min read


Wichita's Educational Renaissance: Embracing Innovation and Choice
This blog post was generated from the following episode of the WISE and Otherwise Podcast with Dalena Wallace. Find more at:...
Pauline Rivera
Feb 12, 20243 min read


Fostering Tomorrow's Innovators: Wichita's Educational Revolution
This blog post was generated from the following episode of the WISE and Otherwise Podcast with Dalena Wallace. Find more at:...
Pauline Rivera
Jan 29, 20243 min read


Discovering the Wonders of Microschools in Wichita: A Story of Innovation and Education
This blog post was generated from the following episode of the WISE and Otherwise Podcast with Dalena Wallace. Find more at:...
Pauline Rivera
Jan 8, 20243 min read


Empowering Education: The Journey of Pam McEwen and the Izora Elaine Dean Education Center
This blog post was generated from the following episode of the LiberatEd Podcast with Kerry McDonald. Find more at:...
Wise Together
Dec 18, 20236 min read


Empowering Education Entrepreneur: Jessica Ramsey's Journey from Teacher to Tutoring Success
This blog post was generated from the following episode of the LiberatEd Podcast with Kerry McDonald. Find more at:...
Wise Together
Dec 4, 20238 min read
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