When student learning helps shape professional learning ✨

Earlier this month, Mount Vernon’s 8th grade Installation Art students took on a real-world design challenge: creating custom photobooth props for the Toddle User Group Conference hosted on campus. Inspired by Mount Vernon’s geometric wireframe brand elements, students designed and built transparent 2D and 3D forms using foamcore, tape, and spray paint—thoughtfully preparing pieces that would later be experienced by visiting educators.

During the conference, educators and school leaders gathered for two days of workshops, conversations, and collaborative design, exploring new ways to strengthen instructional practice, elevate student voice, and build future-ready learning environments.

For students, the project offered an authentic opportunity to design for a real audience, connect creativity to purpose, and see their work live beyond the classroom. For educators, it was a tangible example of inquiry-driven, purpose-filled learning in action.

Grateful for our partnership with @toddleapp and for the students and educators who helped bring this experience to life.