Grounded in freedom dreaming—the radical reimagining of what education can be—this intensive Lab empowers educators to envision and begin building liberatory learning environments. Through interactive workshops, collaborative strategy sessions, and reflective practice, participants will engage deeply in both imagination and action to catalyze systemic change in their schools, campuses, and communities.
Participants will engage in Dreaming on the Clock, an approach that centers imagination as a powerful tool for educational transformation.
Innovation Lab attendees will dive into sessions on liberatory curriculum design, healing-centered pedagogy, and strategies that foster student agency. Through hands-on workshops, creative strategy labs, reflection circles, and peer collaboration, the Lab moves beyond theory to inspire real-time innovation and action.
Led by a dynamic team of educators, researchers, and community organizers, you’ll leave with a toolkit of research-informed practices, fresh insights for your classroom or district, and a supportive community of fellow educators who know that radical imagination isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity.
Join us for a transformative experience where we don’t just talk about a better future—we begin to build it.
The Summer Innovation Lab, presented by the Institute for Healing & Belonging in Schools (IHBS) at NYU Metro, is a transformative learning experience offered to three highly curated cohorts to meet the needs of diverse educators:
August 19 (In Person) – K–12 Educators Only
8:30 AM – 3:30 PMJoin us for a full-day immersive learning experience at New York University, Kimball Hall (246 Greene St, New York, NY 10003). The day includes two breaks and a midday lunch. (CTLE eligible)
August 20 & 21 (Online) – K–12 Educators Only
8:30 AM – 1:00 PM (each day)Participate in two consecutive days of live, interactive instruction via Zoom. Each session is 4.5 hours, with 2 hours of required pre-work before each day. (CTLE eligible)
August 28 (In Person) – Higher Education Only
8:30 AM – 3:30 PMThis one-day immersive learning session for higher education professionals will be held at New York University, Kimball Hall (246 Greene St, New York, NY 10003). The day includes two breaks and a midday lunch.
Registration & Discounts
Early Registration – $149
Available through July 11th, 2025General Registration – $199
Available through July 15, 2025
Group Discounts
- 10% off for 3 or more from the same school, district, or organization
- 25% off for 5 or more from the same school, district, or organization
Payment Options
We accept credit, debit, and purchase orders (POs).