As the Sparks dove into their study of environmental science, learners leaned into their curiosities around nature in our outdoor courtyard by planting the Spark herb garden! During work time, the Spark learners prepared for gardening by reading books and watching videos about plant needs and their life cycles. On […]
As we headed toward the end of the session, the Spark learners continued to explore their spaces and make them their own; from making flash floods at Spark Play to creating their own window-washing company during our work time. To end the week, the studio had an opportunity to create a Friday craft of handprint […]
The building momentum of the first few weeks came to a powerful climax. As work cycles wrapped up for the session, Discovery learners prepared to make their debut at Friday’s Exhibition of Learning. The Studio charted unfamiliar territory this session. This came in the form of tech programs, Montessori works, and outdoor projects. One member […]
WORK CYCLES This week in Explore started with 360 Feedback, an opportunity for every learner to give and receive feedback about their choices in Session 1. After earning the freedom to choose where they sit, the learners in Explore discussed how to ensure that they stay focused during their work cycles, and collectively created new […]
In the Spark studio this week, learners started getting curious about plants and gardening. The Sparks took part in their first science experiment of the year- using seeds and wet paper towels to begin a conversation around prepping and planting an herb garden in the Spark courtyard (coming soon for Spark learners to tend!!!) […]
The learners in Explore started Week 4 with a morning walk through the orchard, followed by a Socratic Discussion where they reflected on their seeds of potential. They discussed ways they can nurture and grow their potential, and how they can support their fellow travelers. WORK CYCLES This week in Explore, the learners focused on […]
It’s hard to believe that Session 1 is more than halfway over. Still, on the cusp of their journey, Discoverers have managed to meet wondrous heights. This week’s accomplishments included outdoor project progression, mastering new software, and an introduction to exhibition planning. With nature as a guide, learners made massive strides in developing their Outdoor […]
This week in Spark, the learners said goodbye to summer and welcomed the fall equinox by celebrating nature. New works were introduced, and the studio was decorated to represent the current season. As the weather cooled down slightly, more Sparks decided to enjoy the outdoor courtyard space; engaging in bird watching, habitat building, and water […]
This week, the Tribe started searching for solid ground within their environment. Discovery learners were introduced to outdoor projects and P.D. while delving deeper into Montessori and Tech Work Cycles. The daily rhythm begins by venturing forth: into the orchard, out to the field, or onto the court. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday are marked by […]
Explorers kicked off Week 3 with a trust walk, taking turns guiding their blindfolded partner safely through the orchard. Then they reflected on how to be open to building trust, active listening, and moving forward with their Fellow Travelers to achieve their individual and studio goals. They continued working on their self-portraits and learned techniques […]
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