Character: The Earth School
Uma's School.
A school is both a place (physical) and character in your life. On this blog it can be only one. I made it a character because it influences thinking, mood, actions, or symbolizes ideas e.g., freedom, pressure, conformity.
The Earth School - space where each child is nurtured with equal measure of heart and head; where children as natural learners are honoured, and where community is the driving force that helps the individual reach their potential.
This is the fourth week (WN28/2025) of school for Uma. She enjoys going. Since midweek, I’ve been asked to wait outside as she’s very comfortable with her directress, or guide. Even during playschool, she was always happy to attend. So in that sense, it’s always been easy. But compared to playschool, The Earth...
Uma started school last week. As part of her schooling, I attend school every day to observe her and provide support if needed. Currently, it’s for an hour every weekday. During this period, I sit there observing her and her surroundings for an hour, and nothing else. I don’t interact with her or...