The Tree Trunk Learning Community | Learning Beyond the Classroom
The Tree Trunk Learning Community is a live, cohort style learning community for young adolescents. Learners will develop skills that help them think critically, grow emotionally, act ethically, and participate in everyday life.
Sturdevant's Scholars
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What's included
12 live meetings
9 in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Learners will have asynchronous tasks (Individualized Asynchronous Learning Plan).Assignments
Learners will have extension activities for many lessons (Individualized Asynchronous Learning Plan).Projects
Learners will be asked to complete extension activities.Progress Report
Learners will receive a progress report each week.Grading
Learners will create a performance task portfolio and include assessment task products of their choice. Portfolio products must be completed during the course.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 9
The Tree Trunk Learning Community uses the Facing History and Ourselves Community Model. "Adolescents ask big questions. Facing History classrooms offer the tools and space to explore the answers." I am a facilitator, guiding learners to examine how they can play a positive role in their communities and society. I believe that we must nurture caring and curious adolescents who may grow into brave and engaged adults. The Fall 2024 sessions will focus on community building and exploring identity through storytelling. Twelve week fall sessions will begin on September 9, 2024 and run until December 6, 2024, with a Fall Break (November 25-29, 2024).
Learning Goals
Learners will value the complexity of identity in themselves and others.Learners will examine the many factors that can shape an individual’s identity.
Syllabus
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)12 Units
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksUnit 1: Welcome to the Tree Trunk
Lesson 1:
Create a Goal and Discover Your “Why”
Learners will create a personal goal for the school year and engage in a reflection protocol to discover their source of motivation, also known as their “why.” 45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Unit 2: Getting to Know Each Other
Lesson 2:
What’s in a Name?
Learners will explore the relationship between our names, identities, and the societies in which we live. 45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Unit 3: Fostering a Community of Learners
Lesson 3:
Our Names and Our Place in the World
Learners reflect on their names and personalities and hear their teacher share a personal name story. Then the class reads a personal essay by a student about a time when she had to introduce herself to her class. After discussing the essay, learners complete an exit card to help their teacher to get to know them. 45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Unit 4: What is Community?
Lesson 4:
Making Meaning of Community
Learners explore the meaning of a familiar concept, community. Using the “Make Meaning” thinking routine, learners generate ideas, draw connections, synthesize information, ask questions, and propose a definition. At the end of the lesson, they reflect on a community they belong to and the feelings associated with membership. 45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Other Details
Learning Needs
Adolescence is a time when young people are exploring who they are, how they understand the world, and how they fit into society. Making time and space to hear others’ stories and share our own can help unique learners to thrive.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
All resources and materials for the Tree Trunk Learning Community curriculum are based on Facing History and Ourselves resources and professional development. https://www.facinghistory.org/
Joined May, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Education from East Carolina University
I love teaching and I am a licensed English and Social Studies teacher teacher with over fifteen years of classroom experience, including online. I am also certified in TESOL and TEFL with over ten years of experience teaching English to non native speakers. My goal as an Outschool teacher is to provide high quality, one on one and small group instruction. I believe teaching and learning should be fun and the foundation of a quality education lies in building relationships with others and the world around us. I want to go beyond teaching a class and establish a classroom community where like a tree with strong roots, my students can learn and grow to be grounded and well rounded. I offer one on one English Speaking Practice, Poetry Courses, and many more. If I do not have availability on my schedule, please feel free to reach out and request a time. Look through my classes at https://outschool.com/teachers/Mrs-Sturdevant's-Scholars and enter the coupon code at checkout.Reviews
Live Group Course
$30
weekly or $360 for 12 classes1x per week, 12 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
1-5 learners per class
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