ACTE's National Work-Based Learning Conference 2026

In this session I will share a framework for designing an Experiential Learning Continuum that fits the unique context of your school. Every community has its own strengths and challenges, and experiential learning works best when those are built in from the start. We’ll begin by exploring the key factors and strategies that shape successful programs. Then, you’ll turn to your own school and begin sketching a developmentally appropriate, locally responsive sequence of student experiences. Resources will include a concise slide deck, a customizable planning template, and curated digital tools. You’ll leave with practical strategies and a clear plan to expand experiential learning in your school.