Our Compass
Our vision is to provide inspired and flexible, learner-centered, interest-driven education for tweens in a collaborative and kind environment*. We intentionally nurture the seeds of humanity, remain observant, and
practice open-hearted communication.
*Please note, our space is a screen-free environment. Our community does not bring personal devices for entertainment during our time together. Our Minecraft Club meets offsite.
Our Values:
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Children, Young Adults, and Adults have equal human rights in the community
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Nurture our humanity with Mindfulness, respect, choice, voice, and kindness
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Practice Compassionate Communication to observe and examine conflict
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Be intentional critical thinkers by using Socratic questioning
Our Goals:
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Continually support learners driven by their interests and passions
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Promote a learner-centric education environment where everyone matters
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Facilitate experiential pathway for meaningful inquiry, learning, and growth
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Expose holistic & globally applicable education components to the group
Online Sring 2021 - options
Online Tween Girls Club on Mondays at 11:00 a.m.
A community of Tweens and siblings meeting on the Zoom platform for connection, exploring interests on Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
In-person Spring 2021
~Jan. 19-June 4
(cycles - 6weeks on/ 2 weeks off)
With a successful pilot program in November/December 2020, we hope to continue in Spring 2021, Tuesdays &/or Fridays (3.5hrs/day)*.
Requested Contribution: a combination of parent presence and
gift economy principles tailored to each family's needs.
Our COVID-19 guidelines:
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Outside Only, With Masks (covering nose & mouth)
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Maintain 6' Physical Distance from Others
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Possibly Feel Unwell...Please Stay Home
Shared Google Doc for families to input routines & events attended
* Participation for either or both days, timing is weather dependent...
