Forest School Foundation

Even with all the work around “Positive Discipline” in the last decade, the word alone still carries a strong, often negative connotation. It is hard for some, especially those of us from older generations, to hear the word “discipline” and not imagine stern adults lecturing, expressing disappointment, or even punishing children. In fact, "discipline" comes from discipulus , meaning "to teach." We particularly like the following excerpt from The Whole-Brain Child by Siegel & Bryson:...

The Forest School Foundation is seeking passionate, inspired educators to play, learn, and guide littles during 9 weeks of Growing Wild Forest School Summer Camp! Click the following links for more information on specific Summer Camp Positions ~ Summer Camp Lead Educator (1 position open) June 15th - August 14th, full 9 week commitment. Competitive base pay. https://www.indeed.com/job/lead-teacher-forest-school-summer-camp-69ff87b4d5d5957d Summer Camp Support Educators (multiple positions...

following the child's lead... literally! At GWFS, we often get asked about our "curriculum." Academic achievement is assumed to have to...