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August 2026

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
24 Day 1
Discover
Challenge Definition
25 Day 2
Source Types and Evaluation Vocabulary
Challenge Definition
26 Day 3
Credibility Criteria Mini-Lesson and Practice
27 Day 4
Guided Source Evaluation Protocol Practice
28 Day 5
Source Reflection and Question Formulation

September 2026

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
31 Day 6
Mock Source Evaluation Reports in Teams
1 Day 7
Understanding Source Types and Reliability
2 Day 8
Annotating Sources for Evidence Development
3 Day 9
Collaborative Research Question Formulation Session
4 Day 10
Using a Source Credibility Rubric
7 Day 11
Inquiry Questions
Mock Source Evaluation Report Outline
8 Day 12
Mini-Lesson: What Makes a Source Trustworthy
9 Day 13
Source Sorting Station: Credible vs Questionable
10 Day 14
Evaluating Authors, Brands, and Bias
11 Day 15
Note-Taking Practice: Evidence Snapshot Gallery
14 Day 16
Plan and Draft Source Evaluation Report Outline
15 Day 17
Examine
Source Evaluation Report
16 Day 18
Investigate Simple Designs and Criteria
17 Day 19
Prototype-Focused Hands-On Build of Models
18 Day 20
Design Constraints and Trade-Off Discussion
21 Day 21
Test and Record Results with Reflection
22 Day 22
Create Exemplar Sketches for Next Milestone
23 Day 23
Exploring Real-World Design Exemplars and Criteria
24 Day 24
Guided Criteria Creation for Student Designs
25 Day 25
Sketching Concepts and Feature Mapping
28 Day 26
Prototype Basics with Materials and Tools
29 Day 27
Peer Critiques and Iterative Improvements
30 Day 28
Design Brief Review and Constraints
1 Day 29
Prototype Sketching and Peer Critique
2 Day 30
Solution Proposal
Build Simple Models and Criteria

October 2026

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
5 Day 31
Collect Data and Analyze Patterns
6 Day 32
Strategic Iterative Redesign Planning Workshop
7 Day 33
Engineer
Analyzing Real-World Design Examples and Demos
8 Day 34
Sketching Prototypes With Design Constraints
9 Day 35
Evaluating Trade-offs Through Quick Testing
12 Day 36
Collaborative Critique for Design Improvements
13 Day 37
Exemplar Exploration of Designs
14 Day 38
Clarify Design Goals and Constraints
15 Day 39
Prototype Selection: Tools and Methods
16 Day 40
Team Roles and Timeline for Creation
19 Day 41
Creation Plan for Design
20 Day 42
Define Success: Goals and Audience
21 Day 43
Design a Comprehensive Data-Collection Plan
22 Day 44
Draft a Real-World Implementation Timeline
23 Day 45
Prepare Stakeholder Communication Materials and Pitch
26 Day 46
Run a Mini-Pilot and Reflect
27 Day 47
Clarify Goal and Real-World Impact
28 Day 48
Identify Signs of Success and Data Needs
29 Day 49
Do
Draft Real-World Implementation and Data Plan
30 Day 50
Implementation and Data Collection Plan - Describe your goal for success and explain how you will implement your solution in the real world. Identify the signs or data you will collect and the tools or methods you will use to measure effectiveness.

November 2026

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
2 Day 51
Sharing Progress: Growth Snapshot Creation
3 Day 52
Audience Feedback Circles and Protocol
4 Day 53
Mini-Exhibit Setup and Visual Storyboard
5 Day 54
Reflective Discussion: Highlights and Next Steps
6 Day 55
Growth Mindset Journal Kickoff for Next Steps
9 Day 56
Identifying Audience Needs and Goals
10 Day 57
Plan Improvement Actions and Metrics
11 Day 58
Peer Feedback Loop for Prototyping
12 Day 59
Calibrating Shared Rubrics for Growth
13 Day 60
Mock Presentation and Growth Reflection
16 Day 61
Preparing Audience Ready Project Explanations
17 Day 62
Peer Feedback Circles for Growth Insights
18 Day 63
Gallery Walk of Student Growth Artifacts
19 Day 64
Mini-Lessons on Growth Mindset Language
20 Day 65
Share
Plan Next Steps for Growth Reflection
23 Day 66
Gallery Walk: Growth Artifacts Sharing
24 Day 67
Peer Feedback Protocols and Revisions
25 Day 68
Data Storytelling with Evidence Boards
26 Day 69
Self-Assessment and Growth Goal Setting
27 Day 70
Intent Sharing: Growth Path Debrief

December 2026

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
30 Day 71
Gather Evidence: Share Personal Growth Moments
1 Day 72
Peer Feedback: Celebrate Strengths and Gaps
2 Day 73
Mini-Skill Workshop: Reflection Methods for Growth
3 Day 74
Gallery Walk: Visualize Project Growth
4 Day 75
Plan Next Steps: Growth Goals Draft
7 Day 76
Prepare Sharing Gallery and Schedule
8 Day 77
Gather Peer Feedback and Evidence
9 Day 78
Content Review and Growth Reflection Prompts
10 Day 79
Practice Run and Final Edits
11 Day 80
Intent: Growth Reflection