The Nature of Learning with Patuxent Riverkeeper Fred Tutman
Fairhaven School Blog
by Fairhaven School
2d ago
Fred Tutman, Patuxent Riverkeeper and next door neighbor of Fairhaven School, joins us for a discussion on the nature of learning. Fred shares some of his own experiences with nontraditional education as a child, as well as fascinating information about the nature and history that surrounds Fairhaven School. The Stream · The Nature of Learning ..read more
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Sports Corp’s New Goal
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by Fairhaven School
3w ago
For the past year, students at Fairhaven have been playing pickup games of recreational soccer. It started as a mild interest, and folding chairs were sufficient for goal posts. Over time interest grew, and now soccer has surpassed basketball as the most popular game on campus! The students of Sports Corp have decided it is ..read more
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Making the Switch to Self-Directed Education
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by Fairhaven School
1M ago
Allister, like many of our students, was unhappy with the traditional model of education. He had a natural passion for learning, but felt held back by being forced to learn at a pace and direction that was not his own. In this month's podcast, Allister shares his story of how he found Fairhaven School, how he convinced his parents that the Sudbury model of education was right for him, and how he has been thriving ever since making the switch to self-directed education ..read more
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Miranda Newheart, Class of 2016
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by Fairhaven School
2M ago
On our 21st episode we interview Miranda Newheart, who shares with us what it was like to be both a student and an office manager at Fairhaven School. The Stream · Miranda Newheart, Class of 2016 If you’re new to the podcast or would like a platform other than Soundcloud, you can find the rest ..read more
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Jessica Allen, Class of 2018
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by Fairhaven School
3M ago
Jessica shares with us what it was like to be at a Sudbury school while having learning differences, and how she has found success in both college and the workplace after graduating ..read more
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Story of a Fairhaven School “Lifer”
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by Fairhaven School
5M ago
On today's podcast we interview Rachael, who has been going to Fairhaven since she was 4 years old. Now 14, she reflects on her time at Fairhaven and shares what is next for her as she enters her high school years ..read more
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Mikel Matisoo, Sudbury Valley School Staff
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by Fairhaven School
7M ago
The freedom is offered, and the responsibility is gained. As long as someone else is telling you what to do, how are you responsible? On this episode of The Stream, Mark catches up with Mikel Matisoo, who has been a staff member at Sudbury Valley School for the past 35 years. Mikel reflects on his ..read more
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Why Sudbury? A Parent Finds a School for Free Thinkers
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by Fairhaven School
10M ago
Kelly admits it was scary to send her child to a school without the familiar structure of classrooms and grades, but she soon found Fairhaven to be the perfect school for her son. She saw an instant change in him, a willingness to cooperate and participate in a school where his voice, his opinions and his interests matter ..read more
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Theatre Corp Presents “Holes”!
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by Fairhaven School
10M ago
Holey moley! Fairhaven’s Theatre Corp will soon be showcasing its production of Holes. Based on the 1998 novel by Louis Sachar, this play takes audiences on a journey that is filled with humor and themes of family legacy, justice, and redemption. On today’s podcast we interview Nora, who pitched and directed the play. In this ..read more
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Montessori Schools vs Sudbury Schools: What’s the Difference?
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by citydock
11M ago
Let’s look at some of the similarities and differences between Montessori and Sudbury schools, so you can make the best schooling decision for your child ..read more
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