Competency-Based Learning Breaks the Mold of Traditional Student Learning

Students Thrive When They Are Given Agency Over Their Learning

NHLI is a strong voice in the national conversation and in research on innovation in educational practice. We collaborate with districts and schools across the country to design pathways toward student-centered learning systems that empower students. We provide preparation and ongoing support to educators as they implement a more personalized learning experience.

Statement of Equity

At NHLI, we seek to create an inclusive work environment, we value diverse identities and perspectives, and we work together to support the success of all educators and learners.

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Our Mission

We are committed to creating and supporting meaningful, enduring innovation in education. NHLI is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization implementing competency-based learning while preparing and supporting educators to break the mold of traditional student learning.

Areas of Impact

Distributive Leadership

We provide professional development and coaching to help move your district or school leaders toward student-centered learning through distributive leadership and Professional Learning Communities, to better understand student learning and evidence of learning competency.

Teaching and Learning

Curriculum, Instruction and Meaningful Assessment

We help districts and schools develop and implement innovative competency-based curriculum and instruction that support student-centered learning and lead to more meaningful assessment practices.

Future Learning Pathways

We work with educators to develop individual pathways with learning opportunities for all students to acquire the academic, work, and life competencies they need to pursue their college, career, and life goals.

Student-Centered Learning

Giving students agency over their own learning arms them with the tools to self-direct, instills positive success habits, and helps them truly see the value and purpose behind their learning.

“The work we have done with NHLI over the past year has been some of the most valuable professional development I have experienced in my professional career. The direct impact it has had on our district has been powerful.”

- Erin Messer, M.Ed. Principal, Groveton High School

Upcoming Events & Training

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Project-Based Learning Fine-Tuning Lab: Elevate Your Work

Virtual

This three-part, virtual, PBL Fine-Tuning Lab delves into the art of refining and perfecting your PBL unit.  NHLI designed the workshop for educators and learners alike who want to enhance the depth, clarity, and impact of their unit. December 10, 2024 February 11, 2025 April 8, 2025 Click Here to Register for Project-Based Learning Fine-Tuning […]

$375

Strategies for Assessment To Increase Engagement and Agency

Virtual

Increase student engagement and agency in the K-12 classroom. This six-part virtual series takes a deep dive into performance learning and meaningful assessments that produce high quality evidence of deeper learning. 6 Virtual Sessions 12 noon to 3 pm December 12, 2024 January 16, 2025 February 13, 2025 March 13, 2025 April 16, 2025 May […]

$600

Strategies for Assessment To Increase Engagement and Agency

Virtual

Increase student engagement and agency in the K-12 classroom. This six-part virtual series takes a deep dive into performance learning and meaningful assessments that produce high quality evidence of deeper learning. 6 Virtual Sessions 12 noon to 3 pm December 12, 2024 January 16, 2025 February 13, 2025 March 13, 2025 April 16, 2025 May […]

$600

NGSS, Phenomena, and the Use of Sense-Making for K-12 Teachers

The Common Man Inn and Spa 231 Main Street, Plymouth, NH, United States

This two-day, in-person design workshop for K-12 teachers supports the design of a student-centered, competency-based, instructional model aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards. January 30, 2025 January 31, 2025 Common Man Inn and Spa Plymouth, NH Click here to Register for NGSS, Phenomena, and the Use of Sense-Making for K-12 Teachers Click here for […]

$500

NGSS, Phenomena, and the Use of Sense-Making for K-12 Teachers

The Common Man Inn and Spa 231 Main Street, Plymouth, NH, United States

This two-day, in-person design workshop for K-12 teachers supports the design of a student-centered, competency-based, instructional model aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards. January 30, 2025 January 31, 2025 Common Man Inn and Spa Plymouth, NH Click here to Register for NGSS, Phenomena, and the Use of Sense-Making for K-12 Teachers Click here for […]

$500

The Future of Learning Summit

Grappone Conference Center 70 Constitution Avenue, Concord

Think Like a Futurist:  Preparing For, Anticipating, and Navigating Change in Education Make sense of the changing landscape of education, including Artificial Intelligence and other accelerating technologies, curricula and classroom practices, educator roles, and more. Thursday, February 6, 2025 Click Here to Register for The Future of Learning Summit Click Here for More Information

$325

Project-Based Learning Fine-Tuning Lab: Elevate Your Work

Virtual

This three-part, virtual, PBL Fine-Tuning Lab delves into the art of refining and perfecting your PBL unit.  NHLI designed the workshop for educators and learners alike who want to enhance the depth, clarity, and impact of their unit. December 10, 2024 February 11, 2025 April 8, 2025 Click Here to Register for Project-Based Learning Fine-Tuning […]

$375

Recent Blog Posts

/ June 13, 2024

The Gifts of PLACE: An Invitation for Teachers

Unlock the Benefits of Collaboration, Creativity, and Innovation in Teaching with PLACE Discover the impact of PLACE on student engagement and teacher professional growth. Established by NHLI in 2022, PLACE […]

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/ June 5, 2024

Project Based Learning: A Dive Into The Student-Centered Classroom

Project-Based Learning is a teaching strategy that changes the dynamics in the classroom and traditional education. Instead of passively receiving information from teachers, students engage in hands-on projects that require […]

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/ April 29, 2024

Recharge and Rebalance: Exclusive Leadership Retreat for School Administrators

Written By: Scott Laliberte and Dr. Mark MacLean A Case for Retreating to Rejuvenate: A professional development experience designed to build your capacity to lead amidst the current operational and […]

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