The Results are in…

At the halfway point of this year, our Eagles have done a lot of self reflection and group reflection on their journey as a learning community.

“Life changing” would be an understatement; it literally brings tears to our eyes.

This week we celebrated:

• Eagles who were left several grade levels behind in the traditional schools that are now beaming with self esteem and the confidence of not only catching up; but going well beyond their “grade level” – in 6 months time.
• Eagles who “hated school” that are now finding true joy in learning again.
• Eagles who “hated reading” that are now begging to bring home challenging “classics” well ahead of their reading level.
• Eagles who were completely dependent on others to tell them what to do are now finding independence and taking control of their own education and future.
• Eagles who were so afraid they shed tears when it came time to speak, share, and express their ideas are now leading discussions and giving speeches in public.
• Eagles who struggled to take responsibility for their actions are now admitting their mistakes gracefully because they know it will help them grow (Growth Mindset).
• Eagles who struggled to work with others are now collaborating, opening up to communicate and solving complex group social problems.
• Eagles who struggled to focus are now choosing to avoid distractions and getting into “flow”; without any adult authority ever policing or nagging them about it.
• Eagles who used to give up easily are now choosing to persevere because they learned to embrace the value of struggle.
• Eagles who were used to “good enough” work that are now refusing to submit anything less than their absolute best quality “excellent” work.
• Eagles who struggled to fit in and find their place socially in their old traditional environment are now making lifelong friends and feeling accepted in a community of growth minded peers.