AT A GLANCE
Integrate Decision Education into existing lessons and use the Alliance’s digital tool, Decision Studio
Receive professional learning and ongoing coaching
Engage students with meaningful, real-world decision-making opportunities
Participating teachers earn $2,500
AT A GLANCE
- Integrate Decision Education into existing lessons
- Receive professional learning and ongoing coaching
- Engage students with meaningful, real-world decision-making opportunities
- Participating teachers earn $2,500
WHY PARTICIPATE?
Bring decision-making skills to life in your classroom without adding another initiative
Help your students build the skills they need to navigate an uncertain world, without adding to teachers’ plates.
We are currently seeking a select group of public and charter schools to participate in our latest Decision Education Incubator program.
With grant funding from the John Templeton Foundation, participating schools will pilot an innovative approach of integrating decision-making skills directly into existing instruction across ELA, math, science, and social studies.
Rather than introducing something new, this work enhances what teachers already do, making learning more engaging, relevant, and impactful.
Participating schools will collaborate closely with the Alliance team to co-design and implement classroom learning that strengthens student agency, engagement, and real-world application.
WHAT PARTICIPATION LOOKS LIKE
Designed with schools, for real classrooms.
Build a School-Based Team
Schools will identify a small cohort to lead the work:
- 3–4 classroom educators
- 1–2 school leaders (administrators, coaches, or curriculum coordinators)
- A designated point of contact for coordination
Teams may target implementation on a specific grade level, subject area, or span multiple areas and grades.
Co-Design with Us
Work alongside Alliance staff to:
- Integrate Decision Education into existing lessons and units using The Alliance’s tool, Decision Studio
- Share feedback and classroom insights
- Help shape materials that are practical and effective
Bring It to Your Classrooms
- Pilot co-designed lessons with students
- Provide feedback to refine and improve materials
Engage in Professional Learning
Participating educators will receive:
- On-boarding and training in Decision Education and tools
- Ongoing coaching and support
- A blend of asynchronous (~5 hours) and live (~6 hours) learning experiences
Share Feedback & Insights
Help us learn what works by contributing:
- Brief surveys and check-ins
- Reflections on student engagement and instructional experience
Support Classroom Documentation (Select Classrooms)
Partner with Alliance staff to:
- Record select pre-scheduled lessons
- Participate in one or more classroom observation visits
- All activities will be coordinated with your school for a smooth, teacher-centered experience
WHAT SCHOOLS RECEIVE
Support, resources, and a voice in shaping what comes next.
Participating schools help build practical Decision Education resources while receiving tailored support for implementation.
WHAT WE’LL ASK FOR (DATA & FEEDBACK)
We aim to keep data collection focused and useful. All student data will be anonymized or de-identified.
WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING
“I think Decision Education helped me be aware of the choices I make…helped me make a new goal and have a very clear vision on how I want to grow.”
Zylie
High School Incubator Participant,
Kapolei, HI
Data and Feedback may include:
Access to Curricular Materials
- Scope and sequence documents for relevant courses and units
Teacher & Classroom Insights
- Feedback on lessons, usability, and student engagement
- Reflections on professional learning experiences
- Informal observations of classroom participation
Student Learning & Engagement
- Student surveys or conversations
- Selected formative assessment data tied to pilot lessons
Classroom Artifacts
- Sample lesson materials
- De-identified student work (when appropriate)
Classroom Documentation
- Observation notes
- In select cases, recorded lessons (with consent)
Implementation Insights
- General data on lesson usage (e.g., frequency, subject areas)
Interested in bringing this pilot to your school?
Join a select group of schools helping students practice the decision-making skills they need for school, work, and life.
Questions?
Please reach out to Julia Lennox at julia@alliancefordecisioneducation.org.
Interested in bringing this pilot to your school?
Join a select group of schools helping students practice the decision-making skills they need for school, work, and life.
Questions?
Please reach out to Julia Lennox
