Inspiration for your Changemakers Speak Out creative challenge

For Monday inspiration we thought we would share with educators a few past entries and other creative ideas, to get your creative minds warmed up for our global initiative that elevates youth voices to make a change in the future of education. Remember to enter by the 1st of March 2023.

We posed the question; “Globally are our current education systems and curricula best suited for life in tomorrow’s world?”

 

We are inviting young people to use their creativity to design an ideal day of learning. This allows everyone the opportunity to question, take part in global discussions, share ideas creatively and have their voices heard!

 

In the past, we’ve had entries from all over the world and in all art forms; drawing & painting, 3D art, digital art, illustrated stories, poems, spoken word and many more.



Brief


What do you think education might look like in 2030 in your school? Design a day of learning for 2030.

 

Produce a creative response to this investigation. Think about the range of

formats and activities that students would like to use.

 

Some creative activities and examples to help spark those ideas:

 

●     Artwork

●     3D Art - Craft & Sculptures

●     Digital Art & Animation

●     Illustrated Stories

●     Poems and Spoken Word

●     Essay

●     Podcast

●     Photo And Video

●     Song, Dance & Performance  

 

Possible ideas and topics:

 

●     Inclusion - equity v equality

●     Digital connectivity

●     Virtual & augmented reality

●     Learning in the natural environment

●     Mindfulness and wellbeing

●     Creativity v academia

●     Life and practical skills

●     How do I find my passion and focus?

●     What skills do I need for my life after school?



What questions do your students have? Here are some of ours.


  • Who is currently missing out on education?
  • What are some of the things that are missing today, globally?
  • Do you think your education is equitable? Why?
  • What are some of the things that are missing today, in your own community?
  • What do you think needs to be improved today?
  • Why do we need education?
  • What is education?



What happens next


Send us your student’s creative work and ideas by 1st March 2023, and we will share these with our global community as we invite young people to take over the 26th Edition of Engage.

 

We will also share your students’ work at a global conference in the summer term of 2023. Details of this exciting event will be shared soon.

 

Send work to: admin@stevesinnottfoundation.org.uk

 

We know that there are many challenges for teachers at this time, so if you need any support in running this challenge, please let us know.


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Steve Sinnott • February 12, 2023

Headlines: Inspiration, humour and advice for school leaders - Competition 2025

By Ann Beatty • August 15, 2025
Mike Fleetham of Thinking Classroom has written a book " Headlines: Inspiration, humour and advice for school leaders ". A collection of original ideas, advice from professionals, quotes, and tips to support and inspire all leaders. Perfect for new and established leaders working in education, especially headteachers. "Being a headteacher is like looking both ways before you cross the road, and then getting hit by an aeroplane." To Enter the Competition To win a copy of Headlines please share your inspiring education or life lesson in no more than 600 words. The winning article will also be published in our next edition of Engage. Send your words of inspiration to admin@stevesinnottfoundation.org.uk 📅 Deadline: 5th September 2025⁠ Stuck on Ideas? Here are some questions and prompts to get you started! What’s the one lesson school didn’t teach you, but life did? Think of a moment that changed your path, what happened? What piece of advice has helped you grow the most? When did a challenge turn into an opportunity for you? What story from your life would inspire someone on the other side of the world? What’s the life lesson that unlocked your next chapter? ⁠ Your words could uplift, empower and be seen by many. Let your story inspire the world! 🌍💡⁠ Good luck and we cant wait to read all the entries!

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