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At the heart of ELS are learning expeditions, interdisciplinary units aligned with state and district standards. The ELS approach is experiential and project-based, involving students in original research -- with experts -- to create high-quality products for audiences beyond the classroom. The ELS approach to teaching has been proven effective by third-party research conducted by the Rand Corporation, the Academy for Educational Development, the American Institutes for Research and the National Staff Development Council. |
Expeditionary Learning Schools Outward Bound (ELS)
is a national, non-profit organization that opens new elementary, middle and college-oriented secondary schools, and partners with existing schools, to improve student achievement; build student character; enhance teacher practices; and instill a positive school culture. The ELS approach promotes rigorous and engaging curriculum; active, inquiry-based pedagogy; and a school culture that demands and teaches compassion and good citizenship.
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Read about how Expeditionary Learning's Validus Prepartory Acadamy was given the presitigious title of "Best of America" by Reader's Digest.
The ELS Board of Directors has appointed Scott Hartl as the new President and CEO of Expeditionary Learning Schools. Read the full press release here.
Students at Bonner Springs Elementary are
changing the environment and trying to implement change in their cafeteria...
President Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan spent an afternoon at Capital City Public Charter School. "This kind of innovative school...is an example of how all our schools should be," President Obama said.
Read more in the press release and in the White House blog.
Read how students at Expeditionary Learning's Four Rivers Charter School are making a real difference by helping the environment and wildlife in their backyard.
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The EL Professional Development calendar for the 2009-2010 academic year is now available for advance planning.
Rafting Colorado River's Cataract Canyon! Join Scott Gill on this classic river trip, July 22-29, 2009. See cataract canyon flyer for more information. To register, visit our
online registration page.
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