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Cohort 21 – Session 1
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The York School
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Cohort 21: Design Lab
For educators seeking to transform practice through action and innovation
The Cohort 21 Design Lab is built around a year-long, coach-supported Design Thinking process that empowers educators to tackle real challenges—whether rooted in their personal practice or in broader school initiatives. Participants are introduced to a wide range of thinking frameworks and systems navigation strategies, all designed to help them lead meaningful, mission-aligned change within their schools.
By the end of the experience, Design Lab participants are not only fluent in design thinking and change management but also equipped with new perspectives, expanded networks, and practical tools for long-term impact.
Any CIS Ontario educator at any level is welcome to participate.
Cohort 21 Design Lab Facilitators:
Tracy Facher, Deputy Head, Holy Trinity School
Garth Nichols, Head of School, Kingsway College School
Cohort 21, Season 15 | 2026–2027
Save the Dates! Face-to-Face Sessions
Cohort 21 – Session 2
Saturday, November 28, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Havergal College
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Cohort 21 – Session 3
Friday, January 29, 2027, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Kingsway College School
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Cohort 21 – Session 4
Friday, April 23, 2027, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Location to be Confirmed.
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Registration for Season 15 | 2026-2027
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