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PLC High School Curriculum
Pensole Lewis College’s Industry-Leading Design Curriculum, Reimagined for High School Classrooms.
Pensole Lewis College has translated its industry-driven design curriculum into accessible, entry-level projects that introduce high school students to the fundamentals of product design. Through hands-on, project-based modules rooted in real-world industry processes, the SEE curriculum guides students through research, ideation, storytelling, and presentation—giving them an authentic introduction to how products are created and how designers think.
Who This Is For
This curriculum is ideal for:- Art and design teachers
- Career and Technical Education teachers
- Fashion and visual arts educators
- After-school programs and youth organizations
- Community partners serving high school students
PROGRAM BENEFITS
Participants will gain:- Fun, Project-Based Learning: Engaging, hands-on design challenges that make creativity active and exciting.
- Accessible Entry Point to Design: Beginner-friendly projects that introduce students to product design in a clear, structured way.
- Industry-Informed Framework: PLC’s real-world design process adapted for high school classrooms.
- Ready-to-Use Classroom Tools: Lesson plans, worksheets, and templates for immediate implementation.
- Creative Confidence: Guided experiences that help students think like designers and present their ideas with clarity.
SO HOW DOES THIS WORK?
- Download a Module: Teachers access individual design modules complete with lesson plans, slide decks, worksheets, and material lists.
- Teach the Process: Students move through a structured, project-based design experience from concept to final presentation.
- Submit to Compete: After completing their project, students scan the QR code on their worksheet to submit to the corresponding SEE competition.
- Earn Real Rewards: Students have opportunities to win art supplies, shopping sprees, and scholarships while gaining exposure to design pathways.
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Foot Locker Curriculum
Intro to Design Concepts
Made possible through the support of Foot Locker, this curriculum was sponsored to ensure high-quality design education is accessible to students and educators at no cost.Details
Modules:- Footwear Design – Problem Solving
- Color and Materials Design – Storytelling
- Apparel Design – User Experience
- Accessories Design – Accessibility
Competition Dates
Monthly *Winners are chosen each month from submitted entries.
VF Curriculum
Intro to Sustanability Design
Sponsored by VF Corporation, this curriculum was created to expand access to Sustainability design education and make it available to schools and communities for free.Details
Modules:- Vans – Footwear Design
- Planet – Health and well-being
- Timberland – Color and Materials Design
- Community – Circular Design
- The North Face – Apparel Design
- People – Emotional Connection
Competition Dates
Open: Mar 2026Close: Dec 2, 2026
Announced: Dec 9, 2026
