InnovateK12 Update

Crowd-Based Innovation for Educators

October 29, 2018: Engage Your Staff with Crowd-based Innovation

Events Launching This Week

"The Thought Luck Challenge" (Austin, MN)

The 2nd Thought Luck kicks off on Monday (10/29)! John Alberts always brings fun into the mix when introducing this event. Check out their creative video!

"Ignite - Spark the Change" (Pine Island, MN)

Pine Island is launching on Monday! Good luck, Panthers! We are excited for the launch of your first crowd-based innovation event!

“Ignite Your Vision” (Cincinnati, OH)

Mason City Schools is kicking off a crowd-based innovation event for STUDENTS! We look forward to this event and can't wait to see pictures from your "in-hall" pep rally this week!

Fall Innovation Events = Success

Since the beginning of the school year, InnovateK12 districts have been launching crowd-based innovation events in their schools and districts with GREAT success!

Check the STATS:

17 Innovation Events
980+ Ideas
1300+ Active Users
3700+ Comments Made

#innovatek12 on Twitter Check out how Upper Arlington High School celebrated their idea champions - with a visit and a "ROAR"! Check out their hashtag #uaideahunt

Looking Ahead -

Human-Centered Design Workshops

October's cohort meetings included information on how InnovateK12 districts have utilized human-centered design as a critical point in their district's innovation process. Although implementation varies, many districts find value in providing time and structure for "Idea Champions" and their design teams to work through the design process. The goal?

Develop a bias towards action!

Learn how to build a lean prototype.

HCD resources are being added to the cohort page!

2018-2019 Innovation Events