Big Picture Learning Windsor

Demographics

Percentage of students*

Why Big Picture Learning Windsor was nominated

As a school in the Big Picture Learning network, this school supports the organizational mission of activating the potential of Schools, Systems, and Education through student-driven, real-world learning. Its design helps to scaffold and facilitate student learning aligned with the "10 Expectations" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K96c-TGnSf4) and it is organized to implement the "10 distinguishers" (https://www.bigpicture.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=389353&type=d&pREC_ID=902235) to deliver "one kid at a time" personalized learning situated in the communities it serves., As a school in the Big Picture Learning network, this school supports the organizational mission of activating the potential of Schools, Systems, and Education through student-driven, real-world learning. Its design helps to scaffold and facilitate student learning aligned with the "10 Expectations" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K96c-TGnSf4) and it is organized to implement the "10 distinguishers" (https://www.bigpicture.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=389353&type=d&pREC_ID=902235) to deliver "one kid at a time" personalized learning situated in the communities it serves.

Student experience design

At Big Picture Learning Windsor, we are dedicated to fostering a transformative educational experience through the innovative Big Picture Learning model. Guided by the idea of "where passion meets purpose," BPL Windsor is committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. Through personalized, independent learning plans, mentorship, and experiential internship opportunities, we aim to inspire students to become lifelong learners and critical thinkers, compassionate leaders, and active contributors to their communities. BPL Windsor embraces the values of curiosity, collaboration, and creativity. We strive to prepare students not only for academic success but also for a fulfilling and purposeful life beyond the classroom. We believe in fostering an independent, student-focused learning environment that transcends traditional boundaries, where students are not just learners but active creators of their educational experiences. Our students are tomorrow’s entrepreneurs, artists, innovators, and leaders.

Core Practices

Core Practices	Length of Use
Career Prep And Work-based Learning	5+ years
Competency Framework	5+ years
Extended Learning Opportunities	5+ years
Individual Learning Paths	5+ years
1:1 Mentoring	5+ years

All Practices

Student Advisories

AI For Teacher Productivity

Assessments For Deeper Learning

Assessments For Social-emotional Skills

Community And Business Partnerships

Competency/mastery-based Education

Culturally Responsive Practices

Early College High School

Hiring For Equity And Inclusion Values

All Courses Designed For Inclusion

Interdisciplinary

Multi-age Classrooms

No Tracked Classes

Multiple Opportunities To Demonstrate Mastery

Performance Based Assessment

Place-based Learning

SEL Integration School-wide

Student-led Conferences

Student-led Goal Setting

Self-paced Learning

Students Develop Projects

key reasons for innovating

Artifacts

Youth Truth student survey results Youth Truth family survey results