Welcome to the VITA Learning Lab
Welcome to the VITA Learning Lab
VITA—Vancouver Innovation, Technology and Arts—Learning Lab opened this fall. Every second through fifth grader in Vancouver Public Schools will take an extended multiday field trip to the Learning Lab to participate in hands-on learning while exploring the past, present and future of the local area. This unique experience encourages students to explore their interests through solving real world problems.
What is the VITA Learning Lab?
What to expect
Inquiry is at the heart of teaching and learning at VITA!
Inquiry is infused into all parts of our curriculum—from science to social studies, literacy, arts, technology and math.
Our inquiry process
- Builds on student interest and curiosity with teachers encouraging students’ ideas and questions
- Promotes 21st century skills: Creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and communication
- Engages students in investigating real world questions and problems
- Helps students develop the habits of lifelong learning
- Guides inquiry with in-depth instructional planning and assessment. Teachers start by establishing clear learning goals aligned with state and national standards — such as the Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, C3 Social Studies Framework and International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
Our educators will create a rich learning environment that incorporates relevant resources and materials. They will continuously evaluate their instruction and student work, and use this information to ensure learning goals are met.
Our essential question:
How can we help friends get to know our community?
Students will work together to create a newcomer’s guide to important places in the neighborhood, around the school and community.
Project-based learning
VITA is built on partnerships with these organizations
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