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April 24, 2025 33 mins

Learning happens everywhere - inside classrooms and far beyond!

 In this episode of Connecting Communities, host Laurie Miller chats with Yu-Ling Cheng, Co-Producer of the national Remake Learning Days festival, and Leah Verier-Dunn, consultant with The Patterson Foundation. They explore the origins of this inspiring movement and the meaningful impact it's making across the Suncoast region. Listen to this episode to discover how you can get involved in this exciting festival and explore hands-on learning in your community.

  • Timestamps 
    • 01:52 - Yu-Ling talks about the origins of  Remake Learning Days
    • 04:20 - Yu-Ling explains the inspiration drawn from Mr. Fred Rogers 
    • 05:13 - Yu-Ling explains why learning outside of school is so important
    • 06:14 - How has the festival grown since its inception 
    • 07:19 - Yu-Ling shares what stands out about Suncoast Remake Learning Days. 
    • 09:40 - Yu-Ling shares advice for families that would like to embrace the spirit of this festival in their daily lives
    • 11:26 - Yu-Ling shares her final thoughts - The 10th anniversary of Remake Learning Days!
    • 12:48 - Leah explains Suncoast Remake Learning Days to a child 
    • 15:12 - Leah shares why this festival is so special for the Suncoast region.
    • 17:37 - Leah explains why families should attend Suncoast Remake Days. 
    • 19:18 - Leah highlights some local events taking place this year, 2025. 
    • 23:39 - Leah shares what stands out as both a parent participating and a critical part of the producing team
    • 28:14 - Big Picture Small Steps 
    • 28:26 - Leah's hopes for the future of SRLD
    • 29:41 - Leah explains how families can get involved locally
    • 31:01  - How can organizations and businesses get involved
    • 31:47 - Closing
    • 32:32 - Connecting with kids

Links to Learn More

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  • To connect with Yu-Ling Cheng, days@remakelearning.org 
  • To connect with Leah Verier_Dunn, lverierdunntpf@gmail.com

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