How do the stories we tell—and the way we tell them—shape our sense of hope, agency, and possibility? In this Motley Crew conversation, we’ll reflect on David Bornstein’s critique of media’s focus on dysfunction and explore how it relates to What School Could Be’s own theory of change: that spotlighting and storytelling can fuel transformation in education. Please listen to: On Being with Krista Tippett – David Bornstein: On Our Lives with the News before we gather. [link here]

The Motley Crew Discussion Group brings together diverse thinkers for lively, thought-provoking conversations on education, innovation, and the future of learning. Rooted in curiosity and open dialogue, these gatherings challenge assumptions, spark new ideas, and foster meaningful connections among educators, life-long learners, and changemakers passionate about reimagining what school could be. The Motley Crew Discussion Group flips the traditional discussion model—participants read, watch, or listen to thought-provoking content before gathering.