January 22, 2026

Outside the Classroom: How Students Experience Work-Based Learning

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January 22, 2026

What happens when students’ interests drive learning outside the classroom?

Join Bellwether for a powerful conversation with three students about how work-based learning — which allows students to gain experience in professional settings like internships, projects, and mentorships — transformed their high school experience and prepared them for real-world careers.

Featuring:

  • Sonn Sam, Ed. D – National Director of Partnerships, Big Picture Learning
  • Mark Baxter – Partner, Bellwether
  • Two current Big Picture Learning students and alumni

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