Getting Smart Podcast What Does Rethinking Assessment Look Like? | One Stone
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May 7, 2025 In a thought-provoking discussion, Celeste Bolin, Executive Director of One Stone, shares how the unique high school prioritizes student agency and real-world skills. Students Raya Naymik, a conscious living advocate, and Sophie Gunther, a passionate athlete, delve into the school's 'fail forward' mindset that encourages growth through setbacks. They explore the balance of academics and athletics, highlighting the transformative role of teachers as coaches and the importance of community support in fostering resilience and authentic learning experiences.
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Fail Forward Mindset in Learning
- Sophie connects her athletic discipline and resilience directly to her learning mindset of failing forward.
- This 'try again' culture supports growth and courage both academically and in sports.
Students Lead Learning
- Sophie leads learning experiences and embraces roles akin to leadership in sports.
- One Stone teachers are called coaches, emphasizing partnership in learning rather than top-down teaching.
Holistic Assessment Values
- One Stone equates leadership, grit, and communication with academic performance equally.
- Assessment focuses on growth, process, and personal development over just grades or final products.