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Good morning, Wichita! This is the Wichita Life Update, the newsletter equivalent of getting a free pastry with your latte.

Let's get to it!

- Landon Huslig

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What is Learning Lab Wichita?

The traditional K-12 school system has been in a similar format since the early 1900s.

I am a traditional public school kid (#gojags) and I like to think that I turned out alright (excuse my typos throughout my emails), but we can all agree that this system, public or private, isn’t necessarily for everyone.

Every kid is different and learns at their own pace.

Luckily, there are more resources than ever in 2024 and in Wichita to help kids learn at their own pace.

What type of school did you attend (anonymous survey)?

Learning Lab Wichita

Learning Lab Wichita is an exciting new initiative that seeks to transform the educational landscape by fostering a community of education entrepreneurs, learners, and families.

This co-learning space is dedicated to reshaping traditional models of education through collaboration, innovation, and personalized learning experiences.

It is located at 703 E Douglas Ave, Suite 250 in the Union Station Building right in the heart of downtown.

Learning Lab Wichita Breaks Ground at Union Station in Wichita

So…what is Learning Lab Wichita?

Learning Lab Wichita Now Offers Family Memberships

At its core, Learning Lab Wichita is a collaborative space designed to empower education entrepreneurs (edupreneurs) —those pioneering new ways to teach and learn. The lab provides resources and infrastructure for educators and education leaders to develop and scale innovative learning models.

Learning Lab Wichita supports a wide range of learning environments aimed at personalized education through various school settings such as:

homeschooling
microschools
non-traditional K-12

By rejecting a one-size-fits-all approach, Learning Lab fosters an environment where students can discover their innate talents and develop pathways that lead them toward fulfilling and meaningful lives. Education entrepreneurs at Learning Lab are given the tools and community support needed to refine their educational models, driving innovation across Wichita and beyond.

Learning Lab envisions becoming a launchpad for education models that prioritize flexibility, community collaboration, and individualized learning, working alongside local and national partners to ensure that these educational solutions can be scaled and shared with others.

Unique Educational Models

In the 2024-2025 school year, Learning Lab Wichita will host four diverse school models in its state-of-the-art facility located at the historic Union Station. These include:

Creative Minds: A vertical classroom for K-6 learners in the Wichita Public Schools system, where hands-on, exploratory learning takes precedence.
Guiding Light Academy: A personalized K-8 program that blends individual online learning with collaborative in-person activities.
Khan Lab School Wichita: A cutting-edge model founded by Sal Khan, expanding to Wichita for the first time, combining both online and in-person learning.
WISE (Wichita Independent Secular Educators): A homeschool community that offers child-led learning for students aged 7-18.

These models represent various approaches to individualized learning, giving families and students the flexibility to choose how and where they learn, while also benefiting from the resources and support available at Learning Lab.

Collaborative Ecosystem

When you visit the Learning Lab Wichita website, you can choose what best describes you:

Learning Lab isn’t just a physical space, in fact, there are no classrooms. There is a 15,601 sq-ft workspace.

It is an ecosystem where education entrepreneurs, industry experts, community leaders, and families work together to elevate the educational experience.

A few things the Lab offers includes:

a makerspace
a podcast studio
a video lab
other cutting-edge resources

to ensure that both educators and learners have access to the tools they need to succeed.

Regular events and programs also encourage community participation, offering opportunities for learners to connect with others and explore new ideas.

How to Get Involved

1. One option is to check out one of the above unique educational models (they are not currently taking applications for this school, but if you are interested reach out for further details.).

2. Another option is to join as a member which includes:

Access to co-learning facility 7 days a week (7am - 11pm)
Specialty spaces including makerspace, digital lab, and podcast studio
Exclusive discounts and early access to learning opportunities
A supportive community with a culture of innovation and openness
A network of partners and resources to help fill the gaps in your education situation

There are multiple options including build your own, family/household membership, and community memberships. These can be monthly, annually (with a discount) and can be cancelled at any time.

3. Request a Tour

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