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Makarios Community School is committed to supporting self-directed learners and their families in a progressive, exciting educational environment that values freedom, responsibility, and diversity.
- Makarios Mission
"Agile Learning Centers restore the joy of learning with a surprisingly effective educational approach: intentional culture supporting self-directed learning reinforced by agile management tools". - Agile Learning Centers
Makarios Community School operates as an Agile Learning Center.
Agile Learning: The Philosophy
Learning is a natural process that’s happening all the time.
People learn best by making their own decisions (kids are people!)
People learn more from culture and environment than from curriculum.
Success is achieved through cycles of intention, creation, reflection, and sharing.
Agile Learning: In Action
Students are encouraged to pursue areas of interest
The goal is to develop well-rounded, critical thinkers
Mentors support each student along their unique path
True competence is valued over test scores or grades
Agile Learning: In the World
Full access to enclosed outdoor area/natural environment
Frequent field trips to learn and explore
Wide variety of activities for engagement & socialization
Community outreach and volunteerism/giving back
Agile Learning: A Collaborative Effort
High staff to student ratio
Students are regularly evaluated for progress
Parent input and communication is valued
Customized planning for college/career
But what does that look like? At Makarios, there’s plenty going on to engage students’ interests every day…
Classes or Offerings
Classes or Offerings
Makarios provides interest-based classes and offerings for all students using Agile Learning principals. Our school invites local experts in a wide range of topics to share their knowledge and expand our horizons.
Activities
Activities
From music, art, and cooking projects to an Adventure Playground that sparks creativity, students learn to take control of their time, planning and organizing their daily activities to achieve their goals.
Technology
Technology
Students at Makarios have access to technology and equipment to stay up to speed with the tools and skills that will help them succeed in the modern world.
Adventure
Adventure
Every semester, our students and staff plan exciting field trips and special events to ensure students have a well-rounded experience of the world around them.
Play
Play
From games of collaboration and friendly competition to fun in the great outdoors, Makarios provides an environment to grow strong bodies and minds.
Friendship
Friendship
Children in our community form lasting relationships with students, staff, and mentors based on mutual respect and kindness. Here, everyone learns from one another.
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