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Blueprint Overview

General overview of the blueprint platform

Updated over a week ago

Blueprint is a web-based platform that helps middle school students develop essential life skills—like emotional intelligence, resilience, and responsible decision-making—through engaging, authentic story-driven content.

Using short-form, Hollywood-quality videos and individualized learning paths, Blueprint turns the real-life stories of public figures into lessons students actually look forward to. Students connect with relatable mentors and reflect on their own experiences while building the skills they need to thrive in school and beyond.

What’s Included

Each Blueprint course includes:

  • Short-form video episodes featuring public figures who share how they overcame adversity.

  • Individualized learning activities, called Sparks, that help students have a voice in how they learn.

  • Teacher facilitation guides with slides, pacing suggestions, discussion prompts, and group activities.

  • Student downloadables and “Dig Deeper” projects for extended learning.

  • Engagement dashboards to track participation and trends at the school or class level.

Learning Focus

Blueprint’s curriculum is aligned to the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL) and American School Counselor Association (ASCA) frameworks, focusing on the development of these essential skills and academic competencies. Lessons support growth in:

  • Self-awareness

  • Self-management

  • Social awareness

  • Relationship skills

  • Responsible decision-making

This approach helps students grow in confidence, regulate emotions, make informed decisions, and build strong relationships.

Featured Mentors and Sample Courses

Mentor and Course

Bio

Course Summary

Karl-Anthony Towns: Overcoming Challenges

NBA All-Star and mental health advocate

A course on resilience, leadership, and setting personal goals

Zaila Avant-garde: Empathy

Author, basketball prodigy, and winner of the Scripps National Spelling Bee

A lesson on understanding others and showing up with empathy

Jim Kwik: Small Simple Steps

Brain coach and learning expert

A course on building a growth mindset and taking action toward your goals

Azita Ardakani: Making an Impact for Our World

Social media entrepreneur

A course on identity, choices, and community impact

Courses are designed with flexibility in mind and can be taught in a variety of ways.

Platform Access

Blueprint is a browser-based platform that requires:

  • A device with internet access (Chromebook, laptop, or tablet)

  • Minimal setup for teachers or students

  • Single Sign-On (SSO) integration with Google, Classlink, Clever, or TAP

For more information, visit www.blueprint.kids or reach out to your school’s implementation lead.

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