Within Meshanticut, education has changed slightly since its founding. While education still relies very heavily on oral storytelling and transfer of knowledge, growth of the nation has allowed for more centralized schooling. Elder societal members are tasked with passing down knowledge to the younger generations, and education has a linear path in terms of its practicality. School aged children are first instructed via oral traditions and storytelling to impart knowledge on the origins of each tribe that makes up the country, as well as foundational concepts of spirituality. As these children age, schooling becomes more focused on life skills and academic topics as opposed to cultural and religious studies. However, the spiritual lens is still maintained throughout the entire educational system, as this prepares youth for interacting with their physically spiritual world.
Education Overview:
Education begins with oral storytelling
Focus on the spiritual
Knowledge is passed down from elder to younger generations
Higher education focuses on practical skills
Spiritual Learning:
Aside from the more traditional educational practices carried out in Meshanticut, there is an alternate path available for individuals looking to become guardians of the virtue spirits and the wampum belt. These scholarly opportunities are largely based on generational learning, where one particular family may be responsible for the continued stewardship of a particular virtue. However, it is not unheard of foryouth to "apprentice" under these spiritual leaders outside of the family. These individuals have the same practical skillset as the general population, but receive a much more in-depth education regarding spiritual matters and the virtues.