Willowwind prides itself on working side-by-side with young, independent learners who develop a social consciousness, emotional sensitive an respect for others and the natural world. Students learn to think flexibly and critically, problem solve, and express oneself clearly and constructively. K-6's Group Discussion (GD) provides students with opportunities to work in school wide, multi age settings to solve problems and help others within our community and beyond.
On the heels of our successful Day of Service Project, where students used voice and choice to make an impact within our local community, K-6 students are now turning inward and focusing on ways to make Willowwind a better place for all. This Spring Semester, K-6 students are analyzing our current "Pack In / Pack Out" policy and are working together to determine the best routine for our school and more importantly for the environment. During GD, students will be comparing and contrasting our "Pack In / Pack Out" routine with a possible new recycling routine or trash routine. They will be running analysis on cost, natural resource usage, and ease in usability for students at school and families at home. This project defines our pride in student-led learning where students take the lead and provide a strong voice in the decision making process.
Stay tuned as students communicate our progress in enhancing our waste routine and protocol. To best guide the project, teachers plan to give students the time and space to complete adequate research and come to a group consensus. The timeline for this change is based on student and research decisions. Ask your child today about our newest school wide student-led initiative!
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