Year 5. Session 1. Week 4.

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 Works. The tribe spent time cutting/painting wood for the campus bike rack, creating art from natural materials, and assembling self-designed structures.

Heroes found themselves invested in hard work, but they didn’t forget the importance of play. P.D. games in Week 4 utilized and strengthened foundational skills for physical activity. This skill set is ever-expanding; the current focuses are balance, dexterity, memory, and coordination.

Throughout the week, learners found flow in various work cycles. The resources comprising these cycles undergo constant evolution. Curiosity is a torch through change, leading the way amid unfamiliar territory. The pictures below capture learners as they conquer new math programs and navigate new language/science works.

The Studio continued the path to autonomy through Socratic discussion and meaningful reflection. Discoverers drafted and implemented Hero Bucks. Based on peer-to-peer accountability, it is an entirely self-governed system led by an elected committee of learners. Votes were also cast for next week’s Exhibition Hosts. The week closed with Town Hall. Heroes engaged in productive conversations centered around freedoms and responsibilities.

 

In looking forward to the final week of the session, the forecast is full of hope.