The Hannah Frankman Podcast

Kaity Broadbent: Redefining Education Standards

Oct 3, 2024

Kaity Broadbent, Chief Evangelist at Prenda, is passionate about transforming education for children's well-being. She discusses the rise of microschools and how they promote personalized learning environments. Kaity emphasizes redefining success by prioritizing happiness and relationships over rigid academic standards. The importance of curiosity and fostering emotional well-being in education takes center stage, alongside insights on innovative assessment tools and project-based learning. Tune in for a refreshing take on learning and academic success!

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Quick takeaways

Prenda Microschools prioritize a culture of curiosity and personalized learning, helping students rediscover their innate love for inquiry over standardized achievements.

The process of launching a microschool with Prenda involves dismantling barriers for families and fostering a supportive community to facilitate alternative educational models.

Emphasizing mental well-being and unconditional positive regard, Prenda demonstrates that nurturing a healthy mindset can enhance both academic success and student joy in learning.

Deep dives

The Perception of Learning and its Impact on Children

Children often perceive that they must meet adult expectations to gain love and approval, which can lead to stress and tears. This perception is crucial, as children rarely express their emotions directly, making it difficult for adults to understand their struggles. Dialogue with children reveals the significant emotional toll that traditional educational environments can impose on them. Addressing these perceptions is essential for creating a supportive and nurturing educational atmosphere that prioritizes children's well-being.

Start Young to Embrace Purpose

01:27

Embrace the Tools Tailored for Learning

01:19

Control Within: Empower Mental Well-Being for Academic Success

01:20

Long-Term Growth Over Short-Term Performance

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Intro

2min

The Rise of Micro Schools

11min

Redefining Success in Education

5min

Reimagining Education: Nurturing Growth and Self-Worth

32min

Exploring Favorite Educational Assessment Tools

2min

Fostering Relationships in Education

11min

Exploring Innovative Educational Philosophies

2min

Kaity Broadbent is the chief evangelist at Prenda, a network of microschools expanding across the country and offering Education Savings Account (ESA) options for students.

In this episode, you'll learn about Prenda's culture, how it establishes values of curiosity, and why it emphasizes the process of learning rather than standardized test outcomes. We dive into the academic tools Prenda uses to develop its curriculum, how they reignite curiosity in their students, and the process families go through when launching a Prenda microschool.

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

3:59 - The Expansion of Prenda

5:16 - The Process of Launching a Microschool

9:47 - What Makes a Family Actually Stick to the Change?

20:14 - Changing the Values of Education Standards

24:17 - What Data Does Prenda Collect to Understand Academic Success?

31:54 - How Prenda is Revolutionizing Learning

40:55 - What is the Academic Curriculum at Prenda Schools?

50:39 - Kaity's Favorite Learning Apps

52:59 - Building Excitement Around Curiosity and Academic Work

59:34 - What Makes Schools Work?