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Our Impact

 

From knowing to doing

Big Idea Project harnessed the transformational power of challenging experience to form the whole-student: how they think, feel and behave.

 
 

Impact Matters

Experiential learning leads to attitude and behavior change. Big Idea Project students learned what it takes to lead generously by practicing empathy, applying skills and owning responsibility for outcomes.

Leadership Growth

98% of students displayed substantial growth in leadership confidence, mindsets and skills (from analysis of pre and post-program tracking)

Growth in Empathy

Over 83% of students displayed growth in empathy, a foundational skill for leadership and life.

Better Leaders

At the same time, 98% of students personally claimed they became better leaders because of the class (which proved gains in self-efficacy)

Teacher Satisfaction

Our Net Promoter Score increased every year. 10 out of 10 teachers recommended the experience by our last year of operation.

Workforce Ready

89% of students showed growth in one or more of the eight main leadership and workforce readiness measures.

Teacher-Confirmed Growth

More than 94% of educators agreed or strongly agreed that the Big Idea Project helped their students acquire valuable workforce and professional skills.

Untapped Student Potential

BIP fulfilled its mission to unleash the potential of students. 75% of students agreed that BIP gave them the skills to help them unlock more of their potential.

Healthier Students

BIP strengthened student well-being by reducing feelings of isolation. 81% of students said from their experience they learned that other students and their teacher support them and their goals.

 
 
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Professional Skills Learned

  • Leadership
  • Empathy
  • Resilience
  • Teamwork
  • Problem Solving
  • Project Planning
  • Creativity
  • Initiative
  • Video
  • Storytelling
  • Public Speaking
  • Communication
 

Download the 2022 Final Impact Report

 

“We were just a bunch of kids who thought we couldn’t make a difference, but we accomplished more than we ever imagined possible. I learned that I can make a difference if I really want to.”

– Student

“I put aside my feelings and opinions to see the world from the perspective of others. I learned from others and found a way to help a community I would not normally get a chance to be around.”

– Student