Design Thinking Simulation for Upper School Faculty

In preparation for Challenge GA, an Upper School initiative that gives all students and faculty an opportunity to learn how to apply Design Thinking methods to a unique problem at the school, the US faculty engaged in a simulation where they were charged with designing a wallet for their partner. Employing empathic interviewing followed by the development of a needs statement, each pair sketched ideas, and prototyped solutions for each other.  They will continue this work in advisories and house meetings throughout the year. Earlier in August a small group of lower school faculty engaged in the simulation as well to begin introducing Design Thinking to the lower school. Their handiwork is seen below, donning a table in the McVeigh Community Room.