What is the relationship between playful inquiry and open systems?
At last week’s back-to-school night, I was asked to speak briefly about Playful Inquiry and open systems. I’m sharing what I said — for families…
Tag: parents as partners
Intentions: The we that I am
“A child’s most sought after goal is to recognize himself in others, and to find in others parts of himself.” -Loris Malaguzzi, founder of the pre-primary…
Intentions: Transformation
Dear Families, In this complicated and uncertain world, we believe school is where we learn to be human. And right now, more than ever, we…
Reflecting on Election Day
The results of the election were more surprising in some settings than others. In Multnomah County, where Opal School resides, Hillary Clinton earned four votes for…
Riding the Chocolate Train
Within a social-constructivist context, shared experiences offer children a chance to build their understandings of themselves, each other, and the world. Earlier this week, the Cedar…
Partnering with Families – Sharing resources for shared meaning-making
What is possible when we invite parents and teachers together to create shared meaning of our goals and expectations for children? What connections, stories and…
Legislative support for Opal School
Opal School was one of the first charter schools established in Oregon. The Oregon Charter Schools Act identified nine goals for charter schools: (1) Increase student…
Preschool’s First Trip to the MAX Station
Change
It’s August and at Opal School that means there are 3 of us here ready to begin the ball toss that will evolve into our…
Synthesis Thinking, Materials Work, and the penultimate week of school!
This was a four day week, but so much is happening in Opal 4, I had to share. Practicing our songs for graduation with Carrington…