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July 22, 2025

Turn Grant Funding into PBL Success | E232

21 minutes

In this episode of the PBL Simplified Podcast, Ryan Steuer discusses how district leaders can effectively use grant funds to establish a sustainable project-based learning (PBL) culture that extends beyond the life of the grant. He emphasizes the importance of investing in people rather than programs, the necessity of professional development and coaching, and the significance of marketing and tracking success through data and stories. The conversation provides actionable insights for educational leaders looking to create lasting change in their schools.

Takeaways

Invest in your people to sustain PBL culture.

Shift focus from programs to building belief.

Coaching is essential for successful implementation.

Professional development should include all leadership levels.

Marketing your PBL initiatives is crucial for buy-in.

Align grant objectives with educational outcomes.

Track both quantitative and qualitative data.

Create a grassroots movement for PBL.

Use grant funds to build internal systems.

Make the grant a movement, not just a moment.

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