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This project reached the deadline without achieving its funding goal on July 16, 2010.
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Admittance to our beer tasting fundraiser in the fall and your name placed on our donor page.
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A handmade one-of-a-kind wood cut thank you card and your name on our donor page.
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An original poem or artwork inside the handmade one-of-a-kind wood cut thank you card and your name on our donor page.
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A PDF copy of a zine of student art and writing plus an original poem or artwork inside the handmade one-of-a-kind wood cut thank you card and your name on our donor page.
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A hard copy of a zine of student art and writing plus an original poem or artwork inside the handmade one-of-a-kind wood cut thank you card and your name on our donor page.
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A book about free schools, a mix CD about education, a hard copy of a zine of student art and writing plus an original poem or artwork inside the handmade one-of-a-kind wood cut thank you card and your name on our donor page.
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This is funding a partial scholarship for a student! At this giving level, you'll receive updates and a thank you letter from the child who received a partial scholarship thanks to you! And, you'll also get a book about free schools, a mix CD about education, a hard copy of a zine of student art and writing plus an original poem or artwork inside the handmade one-of-a-kind wood cut thank you card and your name on our donor page.
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This is a FULL scholarship for a student!!! At this level, you rock! So, you'll receive a book at the end of the school year that highlights the student you supported (including art, photos, writing, and a thank you to you!). Plus, you'll get updates about the student, a book about free schools, a mix CD about education, a hard copy of a zine of student art and writing plus an original poem or artwork inside the handmade one-of-a-kind wood cut thank you card and your name on our donor page.
Project By
Connected as Mary Kathleen Getz
MISSION STATEMENT
At the Little Lake Free School, children freely explore interests, engage and take ownership in meaningful real world activities and participate in a democratic community. Children are empowered to be self directed, socially-conscious lifelong learners. Adults provide guidance, mentoring and, the perspective of experience and love to nurture children on their journey.
VISION STATEMENT
Values
• Children have an intrinsic love of learning.
• A child will discover his or her passion when provided with support, freedom and love.
• The purpose of free education is to grow people who are self aware, autonomous and who take responsibility for themselves.
• Adults have trust in children as leaders in their own development.
• School purposefully creates adult culture that addresses anti-racism, ethics and social justice.
• Mutual respect for all people is created through awareness of everyone as an individual.
• Love is at the heart of real education.
Environment
• A positive peer culture permeates the school.
• The school is small and intimate.
• There is a strong connection to the surrounding community, including elements such as farming, gardening and art.
• Tuition is structured to be inclusive of all who want to come.
Role of Children
• Learning is self-directed, non-coercive and moves at a child’s own pace.
• Children support each other in their development as human beings.
• Students gain a connection to nature through lots of outdoor play.
• Children have practical experiences with problem-solving, conflict resolution (such as restorative justice) and nonviolent communication.
• Students learn to take responsibility for themselves and their actions.
• Students learn inquiry and critical thinking skills and making use of all available resources.
• Assessments include whole-school projects, portfolios, self-reflection, performances and community events, as determined by the students.
• Students are encouraged to have as much real world experience as possible, such as apprenticeships, mentoring relationships and field trips.
• Children experience freedom to make real decisions about their lives.
Role of Adults
• Adults help students establish their learning goals.
• Adults are consistent with children.
• Adults are self-aware and pay attention to their own expectations and biases.
• Adults are facilitators and resource providers.
• Adults teach in a non-authoritarian way and act as coaches, guides, counselors and mentors.
• Adults model real jobs, passions and skills for students.
• Adults incorporate physical, artistic, musical, scientific and other learning modalities in their teaching.
• Adults take care of one another as educators, parents and colleagues.
School Community
• The school provides a positive school experience for everyone.
• Community is created through teambuilding and sharing circles with parents, staff, and students.
• Family and parental involvement is key.
• The collaborative decision-making process empowers children, staff and parents.
• A loving environment permeates all decisions about school; students gain trust in the process and people.
