4. Class Time a. Rhythm of the Day Take a look at our rhythm of the day. (Times may vary based on class) 10am-10:30 Drop off & Sign In 10:30am Hike to Basecamp 10:40 Welcome Circle & Snack Children bring their own snacks. The group creates boundaries near base camp. The project of the day will be introduced and materials will be provided (this project will reflect the group’s interest in past classes. Materials and projects are open-ended). 10:50am Exploration & Project We believe in the power of nature to provide the environment for deep place-based exploration. Children build relationships with their peers, mentors, and environment. Project ideas organically surface through unencumbered play and experimenting with new tools and materials. Mentors observe and document strong group interests while providing supporting questions, materials, and tools to encourage deeper learning. Projects organically surface and mentors support the depth of the project by revisiting the same location and providing tools and materials. 12pm Lunch 12:30pm Expedition Choice The group has the option to explore outside of the boundaries to a further destination or to continue to explore and discover projects close to basecamp. 1:45pm Nature Journaling Students find a quiet space or “sit spot” in nature for reflection and creative expression. This may take the form of written word, sketches, paintings, videography, photography, or group discussions. Nature journaling is organically incorporated and is never forced. Nature journaling may happen at any time of the day but we typically find that children are looking for more down time toward the end of the day and our mentors use this as an opportunity to incorporate journaling with prompts and reflection. 2pm Gratitude Circle The group honors the work done for the day and gives gratitude and thanks to the Earth, animals, and one another. 2:10pm Pack up & Hike Out 2:30pm Pick Up & Sign Out
Parent Handbook pg. 7