Imagine a world in which ALL children can immerse themselves within the living land; to engage, participate, and communicate with their wild kin. A world in which our human family is capable of being powerful allies and protectors of all life.
SCHOOLS
Our partnership with the Vashon Island School District centers nature (re)connection within the school day on the school campus and ensures equitable access to the health and healing benefits of learning with/in the natural world.
NATURE-BASED LEARNING
Every child experiences learning outside with VWP’s experienced mentors for 30 minutes each week. Students choose from one of four learning pathways and a variety of seasonally-based activities such as sensory-based games; nature craft activities; nature wanders; and interactive nature museum items/field guide exploration.
Benefits
Physical, mental and emotional well-being
Healthy outlet for student energy
Enhanced focus for continued classroom learning
Team-building
Healthy risk-taking
Nature connection
IMPACT
Children feel "peaceful'', "satisfied", "good in their body" and "happy to see everyone in wilderness".
Parents are grateful for the inclusion
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School Administrators -
This program is made possible by the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office “No Child Left Inside” grant program; the Vashon Schools Foundation; the Vashon Island School District; VWP; and private donors.
Contact us to discuss partnership programs with your school!
TRAINING
VWP provides custom training in nature connection mentoring, risk management, nature skills and much more for teachers and staff at outdoor schools, and other public and private schools.
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