From Sparks to Impact: A Dive into Thinkering Firsts with New Fellowship Launches, Librarian Power, and Collective Momentum
Thinkering Weekly: Collective Energy in Motion
Let’s start with a celebration - as Thinkerers, we have built a community that empowers real impact. We can’t wait to share what is coming next for these amazing capstone projects in the next phase of their Thinkering journey!
Here are some of the impact projects your support has brought to life.
Let’s go behind the scenes at the world’s first nonprofit education impact incubator and see what’s happening inside the ThinkerSphere! (
gets the creative credit on that one! )LCPS Fellowship: A Thinkering First
We’re thrilled to share that our partnership with Loudoun County Public Schools is now in full swing. Together, we’re co-creating an outdoor engagement curriculum that reimagines where and how learning can happen.
Even more exciting? The first LCPS Fellowship cohort launched last week—and they’re already deep in ideation and innovation.
This cohort marks a Thinkering milestone: for the first time, following the trailblazing of a new Thinkerer Fellow, we’ve opened the fellowship to collaborative capstones, inviting students, teachers, and other educators to co-create projects as a collective.
Thinkering at AASL25: A New Fellowship Path Emerging
Last week, the Thinkering Media team hit the ground in St. Louis for the American Association of School Librarians National Conference (#AASL25). Our mission: to explore how teacher librarians are evolving—and how we can support them as the strategic leaders of future learning.
From integrating maker culture and media production into library spaces, to building bridges between curriculum and creativity, teacher librarians are doing the work—and too often, they’re doing it without recognition or support.
We left deeply moved. So much so, we’ve decided to open an entirely new Thinkering Fellowship path to support this vital, visionary community.
More details coming soon—and a full industry deep dive is underway.
InnovateHer with
In this latest podcast episode, Yaritza sits down with Tonya Coats as they discuss women who are not just making waves in education—they’re reimagining it entirely. Bold voices, brave ideas. And high energy, unmatched vibes!
Revolutionizing Education - Student led, from the Inside Out
“I’m the barista in the classroom. Would you like coffee or tea?”
The Thinkering Mentorship Mindset: Why mentorship isn't about having the answers—it's about creating the space to grow the questions.
At Thinkering Collective, we don’t do surface-level support. We build systems of deep human connection—because we believe innovation flourishes when educators are seen, supported, and surrounded by people who believe in them. That’s why we are thrilled to welcome
Thinkering x Kids Growing City: Grow Learning from the Ground Up — With Leila Mireskandari
We’re proud to partner with Kids Growing City, whose Oasis and School Gardens with Ease programs bring real-world, plant-powered learning into schools across North America. If you’re looking to add hands-on learning, community connection, and environmental education into your classroom—this is your moment.
Now Enrolling: Oasis Fall & Winter (Grades 3–8)
No special equipment needed — just curious students and a classroom ready to grow.
Includes: Done-for-you lesson plans, posters, student workbooks, PD hours, and coaching.
Coming Soon: Spring & Seasonal Oasis Programs
💡 Launching in early 2025:
Oasis Spring Program (5–12 weeks, indoor & outdoor options)
Oasis Earth Day Special (2-lesson unit)
Oasis Kinder 1 & 2 (May, JK–Grade 2)
Programs include full educator supports, coaching, and optional supply kits.
Deadlines range from February to April — view options and pricing:
👉 Explore Programs Here
Book a 1-on-1 garden consultation with Leila and Schedule a Zoom here.
Let’s grow something extraordinary, together.
— Thinkering Collective x Kids Growing City
Want to Join the Fellowship?
The next wave of capstones is already forming. If you—or someone in your network—is ready to bring a bold idea to life with the full support of Thinkering’s team, tools, and community, start here:
🔗 Read our Fellowship Overview and Apply Now
You’ve Been Building Toward This Moment
For every educator who’s ever stayed up late wondering how to make a real difference, this is for you.