Reimaging KC Schools: Startland Edu Leads the Way

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In this inspiring episode of TransformED with StepUp, we sit down with Christina Hocker, Director of Education at Startland, to explore how design thinking and entrepreneurial mindsets can reinvigorate classrooms and empower both students and teachers. With two decades of experience and a passion for innovation, Christina shares her journey from building a culinary program that connected students to real-world experiences, to scaling educator support across Missouri and beyond.

Together, we unpack Startland’s mission to reimagine what’s possible in education through:

• Real-world learning that inspires student agency and engagement
• Design thinking as a tool for problem-solving and empathy-building
• The importance of coaching and support for educators adopting new approaches

Whether you're looking to rethink instruction, bring energy back to your classroom, or support your team in transforming practice, this episode is full of practical insights and inspiration.

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