Genius Hour

Empowering Students Through Personalized Learning

Genius Hour is an innovative program at Leadways School that provides students with dedicated time at the end of each school day to pursue academic interests, personal passions, and collaborative projects. This structured yet flexible period allows students to take ownership of their learning while receiving guidance and support from our faculty.

What is Genius Hour?

Genius Hour is a daily 50-minute period scheduled at the end of each school day where students can:

Deepen their understanding of concepts covered in class
Work on personal learning goals and passion projects
Collaborate with peers on project-based learning initiatives
Receive individualized support from teachers

The Four Pathways of Genius Hour

Academic Extension

Students can revisit and strengthen their understanding of content covered during regular class time. This might include completing assignments, practicing skills, or exploring related topics more deeply.

Passion Projects

Students can pursue personal interests and develop projects around topics they're passionate about. From coding a game to researching marine biology, students develop independent learning skills while exploring their interests.

Collaborative PBL Work

Students can use this time to collaborate with classmates on ongoing project-based learning assignments, fostering teamwork and communication skills.

Teacher Connections

Students can schedule one-on-one or small group time with teachers to receive additional support, clarification, or enrichment in specific subject areas.