On behalf of the generous funding of the Hagan Foundation, fifteen (15) educators will come together for three (3) days of innovative professional learning in Spokane, WA.
15 NEWESD 101 educators
Pre K through grade 12 educators
Certificated teachers, coaches, administrators, etc.
Representing various roles, perspectives, content areas, and regions
Dream Camp will be hosted Downtown Spokane, WA along the Spokane River at the Davenport Grand Hotel.
Three (3) nights of lodging provided
Three (3) days of transformational learning around learner voice, AI learning tools, and game-based learning.
The Hagan Foundation Grant outlines key outcomes for Dream Camp as follows: adoption of advanced teaching methodologies backed by the latest educational research and technology, creation of a dynamic collaborative network of educators championing interdisciplinary teaching, development of lesson plans closely aligned with real-world challenges to enrich student learning experiences, and fostering a culture of continuous innovation and improvement in education. These outcomes aim to ensure that education remains relevant, engaging, and adaptable to the needs of future generations.
Commitments and provisions
The cohort of 15 educators will receive
Three (3) nights stay at the Davenport Grand Hotel
Three (3) days of professional learning from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, March 13 - 15
Twelve (12) month access to software, digital tools, and support
Twelve (12) month access to learning workshops, collaborative online spaces for continued educator collaboration, and peer feedback sessions
The awarding of the 15 Dream Camp Fellowships is contingent upon each participant's commitment to
Actively engage in all Dream Camp activities
Apply learned strategies in their educational environments
Participate in post-camp support activities
Post monthly updates on applying learned strategies in their educational environments