Preparing for this exhibition looked a lot like the final dress rehearsals for a play or musical. The studio became a company of performers with opening night resting equally on the shoulders of each role. Every learner had their part to master and a friend to help them execute. 

In the days leading up to the performance the studio was abuzz with energy. Learners submitted their naturalization applications and completed the final edits on their biographies, all while drafting scripts, memorizing lines for their second exhibition of learning, and continuing their core skills. Some used code to create our schedule of events and others took advantage of any free time to rehearse lines. But all learners committed themselves to the excellence of this exhibition. 

They asked, “What will give me a sense of success following this exhibition?” During launches, learners recalled their first exhibition, took note of areas that needed improvement, and executed changes. Sound, lighting, and transitions—Acton elementary learners insisted that this exhibition would be a clean performance. 

And it was! Learners were proud to celebrate what they learned over the course of the session and enjoyed sharing their hard work with their families. Next session, they’re looking forward to studying marine science and science fiction!