Building on Caroline Pratt’s vision of progressive education for all.
CPC offers workshops, materials, and other engaging learning opportunities for educators in all contexts.
Want to find out about progressive education or deepen your practice?
You’re in the right place.
We currently offer an array of workshops and other projects centered on progressive educational practice.
What we’re up to
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The first cohort of the Blocks Math Institute is forming for pre-K educators. Click here to find out more and apply!
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Find an array of workshops to support the effective, dynamic use of blocks and other open-ended materials in classrooms from two years old through fifth grade. Movement workshops are also available. More workshops are coming soon!
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A conference is in the works for late fall of 2025. Check back for more information in the spring.
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Two engaging books are in development. One will focus on enhancing work with blocks, and the other will introduce a comprehensive approach to movement practice developed over many years.
About CPC
At the Caroline Pratt Center, we are dedicated to advancing the legacy of Caroline Pratt's vision of progressive education.
Our mission is to foster a vibrant community of educators who are committed to innovative and meaningful teaching practices. We build on Pratt’s pioneering work by creating resources, hosting workshops, and facilitating diverse learning experiences that blend historical insights with contemporary approaches.
Who is Caroline Pratt?
Caroline Pratt, a social thinker and progressive educational reformer, was a central figure in bringing progressive educational theory into practice.
Upcoming Events
See all Sessions of the Blocks Math Institute
A screening of Counted Out on March 14 (Pi Day)!
From the makers of Race to Nowhere. A screening of the new film, Counted Out: Math is Power. Presented by the Caroline Pratt Center and City and Country School. Find out more and get free tickets here.