I'm humbling, astonished and proud that this little 'Tree and Me" idea has taken root in our school. Eight classroom are involved, totalling eight teachers and 200+ students. But it is two students in particular I'm thinking of this rainy Thursday morning: Zoey and Chantelle. (pseudonyms!) Zoey and Chantelle approached me in the hall. There class was not involved in the project (no problem!) and they had heard about other students getting their own seedling. They asked if they might have a seedling. Their teacher was okay with it. They were literally bouncing on their toes, hope written on their faces. This was precious. Why? In my thinking, I've drawn a few conclusions. It was their choice and they were passionate. We know that choice and passion are critical components of authentic learning. What a wonderful reminder.
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