Heroes landed the Session powerfully by setting big goals for the end of the school year, hosting a camping Exhibition, and celebrating Fellow Travelers who reached milestones in their Discovery Journey. WORK CYCLE In Work Cycle, Heroes began setting long-term goals for the next two Sessions. During check-ins with guides and Fellow Travelers, Discovery learners […]
From inspired creativity and teamwork, to a collective exhibition of learning, week 6 in Explore was one for the books! ART The Explore learners created nature collages, using leaves, twigs, and flowers to build layered works of art. Then, they dove into leaf stamping, experimenting with shape and texture to design unexpected scenes. PD The […]
Week 5 was filled with inspiration and collaboration as the Explore learners learned from Heroes in Survival, honed their writing skills, and dove into their work or a new book at the library. QUEST The Explore and Discovery learners welcomed two Heroes in Survival to share their Hero’s Journeys. One was a firefighter, and the […]
Discoverers continued raising the standards of their space and creating systems to make their studio even more learner-driven. In Week 5, They overcame obstacles through tribe-building challenges and community work. WORK CYCLE In Socratic Discussions before and during Work Cycles, Discoverers reflected on how they could step in as solution-minded leaders to further own their […]
This week in the studio, the Explorers dove into hands-on challenges in life-saving first aid skills, to basketball tournaments, to team-building challenges, and pushed their problem-solving, teamwork, and resilience to new levels. QUEST In Survivor Quest, the Explorers stepped into the role of first responders, practicing essential first aid skills. They practiced wrapping pressure bandages, […]
This week, Discovery learners discussed how their studio could be EVEN more learner-driven and the kind of leaders they hope to be in the community. Heroes continued working hard in Survivor Quest, Work Cycle, and Writers’ Workshop. WORK CYCLE In Thursday’s launch, Discoverers learned about an obstacle that many Heroes may face on their journey: […]
This week in the Explore Studio, learners put their skills—and their mindsets—to the test. Whether constructing shelters, creating art from nature, or celebrating the mathematical wonder of Pi, they faced challenges with resilience and creativity. QUEST Monday kicked off Survivor Quest with an engineering challenge: build a shelter using only sticks, burlap, and twine. Explorers […]
This week in the studio was packed with exploration, deep thinking, and hands-on learning. From honing survival skills in Quest, to finding flow in Art, and diving into meaningful discussions, every learner had an opportunity to grow in new ways. QUEST This week’s Survivor Quest focused on one of the most essential survival skills—water! Learners […]
In Week 2, Heroes made their first moves in the new studio game: Discovery Mountain! Through Socratic Discussion and Discovery Mountain challenges, learners reflected upon their responsibilities, their habits, and their studio systems. WORK CYCLE In Math Power Hour, Discoverers reflected on their progress toward their math goals for the Session. Learners who are on […]
Learners returned to campus with intention and momentum. Here’s how the Studio launched Quest, Art, and Work Cycle in Session 5. WORK CYCLE Discovers started the Session by forecasting what they hope to achieve by the end. On Monday, Heroes updated the Math Power Hour and Montessori Works tracking posters to reflect their accomplishments and […]
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