Cultures of Thinking Summit 2027

Stories shape how we understand ourselves, one another, and the communities we belong to. They emerge through our dialogue, reflection, and collective meaning-making. In this interactive session, participants will explore storytelling as a powerful thinking practice that helps learners develop perspective, empathy, and a sense of belonging. Together, we will examine how inviting students to share, listen to, and co-construct stories makes thinking visible, strengthens relationships, and supports inclusive classroom cultures. Rather than focusing on polished narratives, participants will experience a simple, adaptable approach to story-building that can be used across age levels and subject areas to foster voice, agency, and connection. 

Student voices drive a learning community. Being seen, valued, and heard begins with opportunities to make your thinking visible. In this session, we will use art notebooks to slow down and look deeply, and tableaux work to talk, move and create. Come experience contrasting ways of bringing student thinking to life through the arts in a creative and hands-on manner!