Raven's Wood
|
Each session, we choose a new and relevant overarching theme. Our thematic programs connect to all content areas, including literacy, writing, science, history, and mathematics. We choose themes with literal and metaphorical meanings, concrete and abstract, and we have well-planned lessons. The kids direct us with interests in choices, and their teaching and learning is always honored. A few of our overarching themes include: Webs, It's All About the Food, Circles, Elements, Design and Function, Stories, Colors, Senses, Balance, Patterns, Growth, Time, and Roots. From these ideas, we create lessons that make direct connections to kids' past learning, academic curricula, and to life itself.
|
Observing and Drawing Newts
All Day Field
|
Kids in grades K-8 attend Raven's Wood Outdoor School for Renegades 1 day a week during 10-week sessions. All kids are welcome, whether they are in public or private school, or are home-schooled. Parents seek permission from their school for their child to attend, and we can provide our curriculum when asked.
|
Catching Newts in April
Cinnamon toast, sausages, (eggs are next) and masks during a COVID-19 Summer Camp!
Our Very Cozy Research Tent
Summer at the Tent
FALL 2020 Day Programs
All day programs cost $700 for each 10-week sessions, and run 9-3 one day/week.
Over in the Forest, Ages 5-10, Tuesdays, Sept. 15-Nov. 17, 2020, 9-3pm.
The focus of this program will be on hiking and exploring various forest habitats and discovering plants, trees and living creatures. Daily journaling will include documentation of discoveries via drawing and writing, as well as through various art projects.
Writing in the Wild
The focus of this program will be on forest exploration and writing about what we discover. Research based learning using various nature guides, including but not limited to birds, amphibians and reptiles, spiders and insects, pond life, wildflowers, trees, ferns, and wildlife in Vermont. Writing modes include journaling, free writing, creative writing, creating games, many types of poetry, research reports, and/or other storytelling methods. Many methods of applying facts learned from the guides in their writing will be explored and practiced.
Program for Upper Elementary and Middle School, Ages 10-14, Wednesdays, Sept 16-Nov. 18, 2020, 9-3pm.
Program for Mixed Ages 6-12, Thursdays, Sept. 17-Nov. 19, 2020, 9-3pm.
Fall 2020 Registration Forms
All day programs cost $700 for each 10-week sessions, and run 9-3 one day/week.
Over in the Forest, Ages 5-10, Tuesdays, Sept. 15-Nov. 17, 2020, 9-3pm.
The focus of this program will be on hiking and exploring various forest habitats and discovering plants, trees and living creatures. Daily journaling will include documentation of discoveries via drawing and writing, as well as through various art projects.
Writing in the Wild
The focus of this program will be on forest exploration and writing about what we discover. Research based learning using various nature guides, including but not limited to birds, amphibians and reptiles, spiders and insects, pond life, wildflowers, trees, ferns, and wildlife in Vermont. Writing modes include journaling, free writing, creative writing, creating games, many types of poetry, research reports, and/or other storytelling methods. Many methods of applying facts learned from the guides in their writing will be explored and practiced.
Program for Upper Elementary and Middle School, Ages 10-14, Wednesdays, Sept 16-Nov. 18, 2020, 9-3pm.
Program for Mixed Ages 6-12, Thursdays, Sept. 17-Nov. 19, 2020, 9-3pm.
Fall 2020 Registration Forms
Raven's Wood outdoor School for Renegades provides educational opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin,
sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital/civil union status, or any other characteristic
protected by Federal or State law.