Name: Designing for Agency: Building a Culture of Belonging
Start: 2026-08-03T13:45:00-0400
End: 2026-08-03T15:45:00-0400

WISIT Summer Institute 2026

August 3 to 7, 2026
Washington International School, Tregaron Campus

Designing for Agency: Building a Culture of Belonging

LIMITED

Monday August 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:45pm EDT

Middle School Building Room 112

Limited Capacity seats available

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Every child is a citizen with a story to tell. Join us for a hands-on exploration of how our daily routines and physical materials can become a canvas for self-expression. By shifting our perspective, we move beyond "management" and into true partnership. We will explore how to curate environments that celebrate identity and empower our youngest learners to shape their world, ensuring every child feels the profound sense of belonging that comes from having a seat at the table.

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Georgina Ardalan

Janney Elementary School

Georgina Ardalan is an early childhood educator in DC Public Schools. She draws on her first career in architecture to create a nurturing, collaborative environment that encourages a culture of thinking, where both teachers and children question, reflect, and listen. Georgina serves... Read More →

Macu Yrureta

Washington International School

Inmaculada “Macu” has been an early childhood educator for over 20 years, teaching in various countries including Italy, Spain, China, and Washington, D.C., which she now calls home. She holds a BA in Early Childhood Education, a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction... Read More →

Monday August 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Middle School Building Room 112

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