In the latest episode of the PrincipalED podcast, Grace McCallum sits down with the school's dynamic Innovation team for an engaging conversation about the future of learning. Meet Megan McKellar, Director of Curriculum Innovation, Isabella Liu and Coulter Lewis, the Junior and Senior & Middle School Innovation and Technology Coordinators, and Tibor Torontali, the school’s new Metal and Woodworking Shop Coordinator.

The episode, titled “Blueprinting the Future: Inside Branksome’s K–12 Innovation Vision and Spaces,” delves into what happens when world-class performing arts meet the cutting edge of technology. The episode takes an exclusive look inside the Karen L. Jurjevich Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre (iCAST), launching in 2026. Listen in as Branksome Hall’s Innovation team reveals how this landmark space will help to dismantle the walls between subjects. From the tactile power of "making" to the seamless K–12 innovation continuum, discover how Branksome’s iHubs and physical fabrication are equipping the next generation of leaders to design the future.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about our innovation vision with the people who help to make it happen, as they take us on a tour of the transformative new spaces, specialized tools and hands-on fabrication that are preparing students to be confident, future-ready creators.

Listeners can follow along on Instagram at @principalEDpod for behind-the-scenes updates and exclusive content. The PrincipalED podcast is available for streaming on Apple and Spotify, where the official podcast music playlist is also now available.

Branksome Hall’s YouTube channel features a full video version of this discussion, which can be viewed here.