Trish Millines Dziko: How we can unlock every student’s genius

How we can unlock every student’s genius

Forget home economics and standardized tests, Trish Millines Dziko has a much more engaging and fulfilling way for students to develop real-world skills. Get schooled by Dziko as she shares how project-based learning can transform public education and unlock genius for the next generation of critical thinkers, problem solvers, ideators, and leaders. [Directed by Prashanti Aswani, music by Avik Chari].

Transforming classrooms with real-world projects gives students ownership of their learning and reveals talents traditional tests overlook. At one school, 5th graders spend the year designing a colony for Alpha Centauri, debating ethics, solving math challenges, and presenting to the community. This approach fosters confidence, critical thinking, and purpose, especially for students often marginalized by textbook-driven instruction. Rethinking education in this way builds not just knowledge, but future leaders equipped to shape society.

Project-Based Learning Unlocks Every Student’s Hidden Genius

Public education often relies on textbooks and tests, leaving little room for student voice or creativity. At Bose Elementary, fifth graders spend months designing a multi-generational mission to Alpha Centauri, tackling math, ethics, and community roles. Experiences like building a spacecraft or presenting to their families boost confidence and critical thinking. Transforming schools to nurture exploration and equity unlocks the full potential of every child.