The 8th graders have been enjoying an interdisciplinary block about early America. The students are studying how the varied physical geography of the original thirteen colonies resulted in the formation of diverse economic and cultural regions.
Ms. Townley-Smith reflects, "We've been writing about how these economic and geographic differences contributed to the rise of slavery, and eventually, to the Civil War."
In between football tosses, Max and Joseph shared that they appreciate learning from the mistakes of the past, so they can apply the lessons to their own lives.
At Journey, themes of freedom and revolution are saved for 8th Grade, precisely when such topics resonate.
Click here to read research that shows the importance of choosing learning topics that are in line with students' social and emotional needs.
MIDDLE SCHOOL RECEIVES 7 GRANTS
The Journey School Foundation is excited to announce that the Assistance League of Capistrano Valley just awarded our Middle School grants for Arts, Music, and Movement education!
ATTENTION JS PARENTS: JOIN TIM CONNOLLY FOR A MIDDLE SCHOOL TOUR
As we launch tour season, we invite 20 current families to join us on Mon. 10/13, 8:45-10:30am for a tour of the classes with Tim Connolly. Tim will answer questions and talk about what you see. RSVP here.
VOLUNTEERING AT JOURNEY: IT'S GOOD FOR EVERYONE
Did you know? More than 8 of 10 Journey families volunteer 50-plus hours annually. Your generosity benefits the students and you. That's why we're excited for the Volunteer Drive on Wed. 9/24, 8am-2pm.
At the drive you can:
Sign-up for favorite volunteer events
Receive free fingerprinting (required for drivers and chaperones)
Gather with friends, win fun drawings, and enjoy a BBQ from 12:30-2:00 while the kids play supervised games
We understand the timing may be tough, so if you can't make it, swing by on Thursday 10/2 from 4pm-6pm to receive free fingerprinting, followed by Parent University (RSVP for childcare). Please remember your I.D.
ENROLLMENT TOURS BEGIN IN OCTOBER
All classes and waiting lists for the 2014-15 school year are closed. Applications for the 2015-16 school year will be available online in November. Details will be announced soon in our newsletter and on our website. "Walk Through the Grades" tours begin on Wed. 10/1. RSVP here.
COMMUNITY PARTNER: EARTHROOTS
Earthroots Field School invites you to monthly weekend programs beginning in October. The Explorer Series will teach families to backpack in the wilderness and the Primitive Skills Field Days will connect you to nature through ancestral skills, like: making fire, weaving, carving, working with animal hides, and more.
PARENT UNIVERSITY: WHAT'S COMING
Parent University launches its Arts & Crafts series next week with a Beginning Knitting Class on Wed. 9/24 @ 9am-11am in the Handwork classroom and a Metalworking Class: Ancient skills for the modern human on Friday 9/26 @ 9am-12pm in the Garden. Learn more here.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Attention Friends and Families: Read about important upcoming events and festivals on the Calendar & Festivals page.
The students are studying how the varied physical geography of the original thirteen colonies resulted in the formation of diverse economic and cultural regions.
In between football tosses, Max and Joseph shared that they appreciate learning from the mistakes of the past, so they can apply the lessons to their own lives.
