This school year, my group of kids typically wants to be very close to me. In spite of our being able to be quite far away, but within visual and/or auditory range, they prefer to be as close as possible. This has been the case with other developmental educators, too.
Read MoreI got all riled up the other day while reading a link from Peter Gray. His article took me right back to when I first started Outside School, as an afterschool program at local elementary schools.
Read MoreA parent sent along this wonderful article, "Mud-Luscious and Puddle-Wonderful," by Lucy Jones for Writers Rebel. In it, Ms. Jones raises many important points about humans needing more time in nature.
Read MoreWe are so lucky to be able to have Alvarado Park/Wildcat Canyon as our classroom! We're right at an urban/wildland interface and never know what will happen. We had this huge moment last week when some deer in rut came close!
Read MoreI hope you have been able to enjoy your summer.
Outside School Summer Camp 2021 has come to a close, and we had a blast!
Read MoreSummer camp has started and we have such an amazing group!
Read MoreIt's the last week of the school year, and what a year it's been, hasn't it?!
Read MoreFunny, but life seems so much easier when the sun is shining and we don't have to put on so many layers in the morning...
Read MoreThe best way my teaching has been described is “organic.”
Read MoreIt's been amazing to see the hills turn green! This is a Very Steep Hill... The fastest route to the Mushroom Forest.
Read MoreI feel so fortunate that we can call this place our classroom!
Read MoreAnd we're off!!! We're already having a fun time back to school after a restful break. It's amazing how well this group gels; it's truly my favorite year teaching!!!
Read MoreBrighter days are ahead!
Read MoreWe've been taking a lot of hikes and found some fascinating ruins, can now find cows with regularity, and have some awesome climbing trees with gorgeous bay views!
Read MoreThe first few weeks of the school year were certainly interesting!
Read MoreWe're all set with East Bay Regional Parks and Outside School starts on Tuesday. I can't even wait!!!
Read MoreFive weeks of camp has come and gone, and I'm looking toward the school year!
Read MoreI hope you are all remaining safe and well! Camp and school are officially opening!
Read MoreOctober in the park was fun and amazing!!!
Read MoreIt has been so amazing to have a student back at Outside School. Being out in the woodland with the changing seasons is delightful! One tree turned the most unusual shade of red seemingly overnight!
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