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Sociologist David Sikkink on Character Formation at Alternative-Pedagogy Schools
In this full-length interview, sociologist David Sikkink discusses six unconventional high schools: a Friends school, a Montessori school, a Waldorf school, an IB school, a New Tech school, and a Democratic school. We talk about:
• The surprising amount of autonomy—and even authority—given to students in these settings
• How students in alternative-pedagogy schools engage with their communities
• Why many of these schools are strongly critical of popular culture
Focus on character in high school, when decisions have consequences
Character education is of fundamental importance, however, it can be harder to agree on the time in a child’s life when it can have the greatest impact.
Thrive charter schools’ unique approach is inspiring students, fueling explosive growth
San Diego’s Thrive charter school network is growing exponentially, from a single location with a class of 45 in 2014 to nearly 700 kids spread across four campuses this school year.
Dan Scoggin on “Filling a school campus with purpose”
An education that assumes the reality of philosophy and forming character—just as much as it believes in the reality of chemistry, geometry, and economics—can work for our generation and within public education
New York state high-schoolers visit with elementary students for talks about developing good character
Students at Le Roy Junior-Senior High School are helping younger students in Batavia, New York to “Believe In” developing good character, a new program aimed at strengthening the bond between schools while encouraging positive behavior.
Scholars on Schools: Interview with Jack Wertheimer on Jewish Day Schools
In this short clip, sociologist Jack Wertheimer talks with veteran educator Angus McBeath about the religious underpinnings and everyday practice of restorative justice and community service in Jewish day high schools.
On bullying and learning: A Girl Scout’s “buddy bench”
Iowa Girl Scout Nicole Frisbie knows what it’s like to face bullies, and she doesn’t want young students to face the harassment alone.
How one school is fighting school violence with culture
Mitchell Elementary School Principal Stephanie Andrewlevich is betting on her students, and if she wins, she could be out $3,300.
On School Grounds: Transcript of Interview with Charles Glenn on Islamic High Schools
This is a lightly edited transcript of an interview conducted on April 30, 2019 with internationally respected scholar Charles Glenn.
OH students show commitment to kindness to raise funds for school security
Students in Geneva, Ohio schools are showing off their commitment to kindness for all to see.
‘Peace teacher’ highlights how social and emotional learning impacts school culture, safety
Linda Ryden is a “peace teacher” at Lafayette Elementary School, and she contends her job “has never felt so important.”
TN students step up with ‘amazing display of youthful pride’ in the USA
Over 2,000 students recently put on an “amazing display of youthful pride” in America at an Equine Education Day event in Nashville, Tennessee when a microphone malfunctioned during the National Anthem.