I have been able to work alongside students at Park Street for 1/2 hour each week as they choose, research and present on a topic of their choice through creative education. The goal is to have students learn in-depth (see work by Kieran Egan) on a topic of their choice over their school career and achieve an in-depth knowledge of that subject. This video highlights a few topics chosen by students in various grades: Student leadership is something we often don't consider at the elementary level. Over my 7 weeks at Park Street I have come to see how valuable and achievable it can really be to have a Student Council. I observed as students took on the initiative to run for leadership positions and then meet weekly to discuss the issues and events that were relevant to their school community. The students keep record of their meetings and manage their own funds. One of the great fundraisers they planned was for a local girl who was diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. By making banana splits for over 300 students they raised just under $1000. Great work students! |
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