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The Sparks began Session 3 with energy and excitement as the learners welcomed each other back with kindness and care while sharing the adventures of their fall break. WORK CYCLE The Sparks quickly noticed new works available in the studio, many diving into practicing their attention to detail and writing as they created various “parts […]
The Sparks began Session 2 by reconnecting to their community and revisiting previously made pledges to agreements made and practiced in Session 1. The Work Cycle The Sparks practiced the focus and flow they had exercised in the first session. Learners celebrated the outcomes of attempting challenging works, bringing attention to new skills with reflections […]
Welcome Sparks! This week, the Sparks launched their new year with curiosity and excitement as they explored their various environments, making observations inside the studio and outside in Spark Play. Returning learners delighted in reuniting with one another and welcoming their new fellow travelers to Ascent. The learners expressed their existing and newly found connections […]
The final weeks of Session 7 led to a thoughtful reflection on Ascent’s Question of the Year: “What Voice Does a Hero Listen To?” bringing into focus Sparks’ exploration of the power of their inner voice and voice of gratitude, service, creativity, and determination that occurred over the year. . . […]
After an Early Summer Break, Session 7 started with electric energy. The learners welcomed a change in their schedule by “flipping the sandwich,” welcoming a morning Spark Play to beat the heat. The Sparks explored the orchard, taking notice of the emergence of more creatures, which inspired the desire to build houses to protect them. […]
As the session flowed, the Spark learners continued contemplating the creative arts through an exploration of sculpture and painting. In week three, the learners leaned on their understanding of the various aspects of a theatrical production by sculpting props for their “Theatre in a Box.” Week four brought about an opportunity to bring their props […]
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