Blueprint Education and The Barbell Saves Project are proof that when education and students meet movement and life-changing purpose with adults who care, incredible things happen! It began in early 2021, when Blueprint Education CEO Mark French decided he needed a fresh way to boost his physical strength and improve his cardio fitness. With zero … Read more
“Today I said yes.” Today I said Yes in a business world (you can substitute free online high school) that keeps wanting to teach me to say No. “Busy professionals (and busy students) need to learn to say ‘No!’” they tell me, “because that’s the way to avoid distractions that get in the way of … Read more
Students got the opportunity to be completely vulnerable on stage and in front of the camera. They were placed in groups where they got the opportunity to do different exercises that focused on communication and relationship scenarios. The students really came alive on stage and completely put themselves out there to just be silly and … Read more
Students were challenged to use their critical thinking skills as well as their communication with their team members to help them solve various riddles and puzzles Students also had the opportunity to be competitors of one another in a fun game of laser tag. Some students had never played before or had played with such … Read more
Students had high hopes of getting all the feel good butterflies from helping the homeless population. However when we arrived and they were told that they would be sorting through used clothes and taking inventory on hundreds of pack of underwear, their tunes seemed to change. Great conversations about what “giving back” truly means filled … Read more
Many powerful revelations and moments of vulnerability happened at the campfire. Many students had never even had the experience of being at a campfire or away from home. Students bonded and helped each other in ways that kept them connected throughout the year. The students took the challenge of riding a horse for the first … Read more
• Are you excited to visit iFLY? First, let’s go over what to expect during your field trip. • You’ll start off by sitting in front of our state-of-the-art wind tunnel. One of iFLY’s science educators will give a brief introduction to the science and engineering concepts involved in the wind tunnel. They’ll do a … Read more
Lesson/Content: ● STEM embedded Lesson includes experience on Lights, optics, & Sound; 2 escape game sessions. Begin with a small discussion about escapism Escapism occurs when you are trying to avoid something. It can come in different forms. Some people escape by seeking out alternate activities, such as sleeping and playing. Some drown themselves in … Read more