Ambassador All-Stars: Lead, Learn, Connect!

9th, 10th, High School Grades Project 6 weeks

Ambassador All-Stars: Lead, Learn, Connect!

Gabrielle L

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.1

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.1

Visioning success

Identifying allies

Making learning joyful

+ 7 more

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The Challenge

Many community members struggle to grasp the value and necessity of transitioning to a competency-based educational system. This change poses challenges in fostering a collective understanding and support, as it requires students to effectively communicate their experiences and insights to diverse stakeholders. Identifying these barriers is crucial for achieving community mobilization and garnering widespread acceptance and collaboration.

Challenge Question

How can students effectively communicate the benefits and approaches of the Portrait of a Learner system to various community stakeholders, thereby fostering community mobilization and engagement?

Standards

[Common Core] CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.1 - Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 9—10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
[Common Core] CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.1 - Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 11—12 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Competencies

Self-Advocacy - Visioning success (LL.SD.3.b)
Self-Advocacy - Identifying allies (LL.SD.3.a)
Self-Motivation - Making learning joyful (LL.SD.1.c)
Self-Motivation - Creating conditions for learning (LL.SD.1.a)
Pursuing Goals - Planning for postsecondary (LL.SM.2.d)
Self-Motivation - Making learning relevant (LL.SD.1.b)
Understanding Self - Academic strengths (LL.SAw.3.a)
Community Mobilization - Building relationships (GC.SAg.2.c)
Self-Regulation - Self-reflection (LL.SM.3.b)
Understanding Self - Skills and mindsets (LL.SAw.3.b)

Learning Partners and Clients

Consider collaborating with local community leaders, educational consultants, and family engagement coordinators. These partners can help students understand the diverse perspectives and needs of the community, enhancing the ambassador program's development. By engaging these stakeholders, students can effectively communicate the benefits and competencies of the Portrait of a Learner system and foster community mobilization efforts.

Phase Outcomes

Phase	Learning Outcome
Discover	I can recognize the elements of the Portrait of a Learner system, the central issues and challenges facing our school by engaging in hands-on activities and discussions that spark my interest and conviction in finding solutions.
Examine	I can explore how our school's challenges affect stakeholders, researching and analyzing perspectives to understand the community's needs and potential responses.
Engineer	I can develop collaborative solutions that enhance communication and community engagement, effectively addressing school challenges through innovative strategies and teamwork.
Do	I can implement my solution with real-world applications, gathering feedback directly from school and community members to refine its impact and effectiveness.
Share	I can share my project and self-awareness growth with various stakeholders, emphasizing how the competency-based system empowers communication and community mobilization for a better understanding.

Learning Journey

Discover

Students will explore community needs, identify connections to school change, and articulate the significance of their upcoming ambassador program by brainstorming impactful contributions through collaborative discussions.

Days 1 - 4