We started school this week, just after the Labor Day Holiday. While we know that COVID is still part of our outdoor classroom structure, we are feeling a sense of freedom to be in bigger groups and return to our value of building community. One of the ways that we …
As TKG celebrates 10 years of learning in community, we are excited to announce that our program will now be available to our young community members! TKG’s roots are in the Reggio Emilia model of education – especially the community participation element – so, it makes sense that we will …
Not your typical first day around here, our #firstdayofschool traditions include play, building relationships, and sunflowers. These traditions were designed to build a community that can work through just about anything. First, play. Play is a child’s work. You can’t standardize learning through play and that’s why it trips everyone …
A beloved TKG Tradition is our Celebration of Learning. Our community gathers, as a show of deep support, to celebrate students and create value for their ownership in the process of learning. It supports our mission to offer an interactive and collaborative approach to education. The projects, or examples of work, …
It is “Storm Watch” time in southern California. Rain is in the forecast for the next three days! So, what are we going to do about outdoor school at TKG? Since our inception in 2011, our mantra has been we play – rain or shine! First, we have to talk …
Mindfulness is a practice; and even though you don’t always see it, the experience will ripple forever. We all need a little pause now and then and so, we invite you to nurture mindfulness with us and your family – at home. This project is all about celebrating your mates …
TKG’s mission to re-think education has deep roots in the un-school/homeschool movement. We remain accessible to families who share our values and are here to support their personal and unique learning journey. Do you want to bring a little TKG home during this covid, distance-learning time? Sign up for a …
Picture perfect is not real. We know it intrinsically but we’ve been socialized to think that in order for something to be successful, it must be big and grand – and come together quickly. We’ve been taught that the “little things” are boring. We are so restless about our expectations, …
Mindfulness is a practice; and even though you don’t always see it, the experience will ripple forever. We all need a little pause now and then and so, we invite you to nurture mindfulness with us and your family – at home. TKG.Mindfulness Jar Kit Supplies (purchase here): Glitter Glue …
