Adventure Studio
Adventure Studio is for learners who are curious about themselves, their communities, and their world. These learners wrestle with relevant real-world problems, learn to write and think more deeply, and develop strong character. Adventure Studio is a place where middle schoolers are trusted to take responsibility for their own education, follow their curiosities, and root themselves in experiences that teach them about the world and themselves. exploring their natural talents.
Daily Schedule:
8:30 AM Arrival
8:45 AM Launch
9:00 AM Morning Work
11:00 AM Lunch / Free Time
12:00 PM Civilization or Communications Workshop
1:00 PM Project Time
2:30 PM Studio Maintenance
2:45 PM Free Time
3:15 PM Close
3:30 PM Dismissal
What is included in each time block?
Morning & Afternoon Launch: Socratic discussion & community meetings.
Morning Work: Individual and small guided group work in Math, Reading, and Writing.
Projects: Collaborative work time (includes applied Math, Science, Arts & Civilization — our term for “World History” including economics, politics, art, geography, philosophy.)
Art: Visual arts, dramatic arts, musical arts
Close: Reflections on the day and lessons learned.
Meet the Guides:
What Makes Adventure Studio Special:
Time Outdoors: We believe middle schoolers deserve free play, too! Learners spend about 2 hours outside most days and spend at least one afternoon a week at the local park - rain or shine. Extended blocks of unstructured play are a vital time when learners develop a sense of self and community.
Apprenticeships: Opportunities to venture out into the world to learn and work alongside mentors and professionals in the “real world". Learners often pursue apprenticeships aligned with their passions from everywhere to tech companies to local bakeries - the opportunities are endless!
Learning to Live Together: Learning in middle school prioritizes learning to live together and the character traits that are required such as: collaboration, compassion, respect, and accountability. We trust young people to learn from their own experiences - both positive and negative - and we believe in the power of reflection as one of life’s greatest teachers.
Freedom: Adventure learners have earned many freedoms that come with being the oldest learners in the school - freedom to design their own learning experiences, plan and organize a studio camping trip, explore the local community, and pursue apprenticeships.