Category: Culture and Curriculum
SCVi Charter School Culture: Social-Emotional Learning
In our approach to education at SCVi Charter School, we emphasize methods that foster learners’ social-emotional learning. Social-emotional learning is the process through which… Read More
Why Presentations of Learning Are Foundational to Our Culture
One of the first terms iLEAD newcomers learn is POL. This stands for Presentation of Learning, a foundational element of project-based learning at the… Read More
Exploring SCVi Charter School Culture: Habit 7 of the 7 Habits
So here we are. We’ve explored six of the seven habits and why they’re important to us and our learners at SCVi Charter School,… Read More
Exploring SCVi Charter School Culture: Habit 6 of the 7 Habits
Whether in the classroom, the workplace, relationships, or life in general, learning to compromise can be an important and helpful tool. However, what if… Read More
Exploring SCVi Charter School Culture: Habit 5 of the 7 Habits
They say communication is key, but if we lack understanding in our relationships and interactions, how can we ever hope to truly, clearly communicate?… Read More
Exploring SCVi Charter School Culture: Habit 4 of the 7 Habits
“In the long run, if it isn’t a win for both of us, we both lose. That’s why win-win is the only real alternative… Read More
Exploring SCVi Charter School Culture: Habit 3 of the 7 Habits
This week, we look at Habit #3: Put First Things First. This habit, which all of us at SCVi Charter School are learning to put… Read More
Exploring SCVi Charter School Culture: Habit 2 of the 7 Habits
When was the last time you went on a trip to a new place without first looking up directions? Unless you have a superhuman… Read More
Exploring SCVi Charter School Culture: Habit 1 of the 7 Habits
Last week, we introduced a vital element of SCVi Charter School’s approach to education — The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Learning and… Read More
Exploring iLEAD Culture at SCVi Charter School: The 7 Habits
At SCVi Charter School, our educational model is driven by much more than simply making sure children are good students. Rather, it’s focused on… Read More
SCVi Charter School Culture: Components of Social-Emotional Learning — Grit
What does it take to really succeed? Some might call it drive or determination. At SCVi Charter School, we like to call it grit,… Read More
SCVi Charter School Culture: Components of Social-Emotional Learning — Zest
“Enthusiasm is the electricity of life.” —Gordon Parks Central to the SCVi Charter School approach to project-based learning is a belief that education works… Read More
SCVi Charter School Culture: Components of Social-Emotional Learning — Curiosity
“Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.” — Golda Meir Within the SCVi Charter… Read More
SCVi Culture: Components of Social-Emotional Learning — Self-Control
By definition, social-emotional learning (SEL) helps kids tap into their emotions and how they affect what they do. So it should follow that an… Read More
SCVi Charter School Culture: Components of Social-Emotional Learning — Gratitude
“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed… Read More
SCVi Charter School Culture: Components of Social-Emotional Learning — Growth Mindset
At SCVi Charter School, we believe when kids learn how to face challenges, they grow into leaders. As part of our emphasis on social-emotional… Read More
SCVi Charter School Culture: Components of Social-Emotional Learning — Optimism
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is one of the core elements of the SCVi Charter School approach to education. Through social-emotional learning, learners understand and manage… Read More
SCVi Charter School Culture: Social Intelligence
In the SCVi Charter School approach to project-based learning, which produces well-rounded kids, social intelligence is a key component of whole-child development. What do… Read More
SCVi Charter School Culture: Whole-Child Development
Last week we introduced the importance of social-emotional learning at SCVi Charter School. Social-emotional learning is integral to our whole-child educational approach. A whole-child… Read More
SCVi Charter School Culture: Social-Emotional Learning
In our approach to education at SCVi Charter School, we emphasize methods that foster learners’ social-emotional learning. Social-emotional learning is the process through which… Read More
