In this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, we delve into the transformative assessment practices of One Stone, a unique high school that prioritizes student agency and real-world skills. Host Victoria Andrews engages in an enlightening conversation with Celeste Bolin, Executive Director of One Stone, and students Sophie Gunther and Raya Naymik. They discuss the school's innovative approach to assessments, which emphasizes resilience, leadership, and the ability to "fail forward." By integrating students' diverse interests and lived experiences into the learning process, One Stone fosters a supportive environment where effort and growth are valued over traditional grading metrics. This episode offers valuable insights for educators, school leaders, and anyone interested in creating more human-centered, dynamic educational experiences.

Outline

• (00:00) Introduction to the Getting Smart Podcast
• (01:33) Sophie’s Athletic Journey and Learning
• (03:38) Leadership and Learning at One Stone
• (08:06) Raya’s Diverse Interests and Learning
• (12:34) Contrasting Traditional and One Stone Assessments
• (14:44) Celeste on One Stone’s Assessment Journey
• (18:50) Student Agency in Assessment
• (25:28) Addressing Student Anxiety in Assessments
• (31:07) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links

• Watch the full video here
• Read the full blog
• LinkedIn
• One Stone
• Growth Framework
• One Stone Blog
• PBS Brief but Spectacular