Community Roots Academy

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Educators

Serving as co-researchers, the educators and Community Seedlings seek to support the curiosity and excitement for learning that is inherent in every child. They recognize and honor children’s natural quest to understand their place in the world around them. This is learned through play, small group projects, dialogue, journaling, reflection, and documentation of children’s work. The love of learning begins through exploration of many media: art, STEM work, math, social studies, literacy, and the environments of both the indoor and outdoor classrooms.

Educators

Serving as co-researchers, the educators and Community Seedlings seek to support the curiosity and excitement for learning that is inherent in every child. They recognize and honor children’s natural quest to understand their place in the world around them. This is learned through play, small group projects, dialogue, journaling, reflection, and documentation of children’s work. The love of learning begins through exploration of many media: art, STEM work, math, social studies, literacy, and the environments of both the indoor and outdoor classrooms.

The intentional design of our learning environments and educational philosophies are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education. As such, we believe that all children are capable, competent and eager to learn. Children will always seek out connections that are personal and meaningful to them. This is learned through play, small group projects, dialogue and reflection with peers and adults, documentation of big ideas, and ample time for exploration.

Our Professional Learning Community, inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy of education and social constructivism, supports ongoing teacher education by meeting regularly to discuss the scaffolding, emerging big ideas and ordinary moments, and deepening curriculum within our community of learners.

In addition, Seedlings educators are provided with an annual two-week workshop supported by leaders in the field of early education. Included in these experiences are topics such as current brain research data, environmental design, outdoor classroom, foundational values, team building concepts, 21 century learning principles.

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Capistrano Beach CA 92624

949-215-5355

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