Walden School of Liberal Arts

Walden School of Liberal Arts

The school where I am will be doing my service learning is called Walden School of Liberal Arts. It is a smaller school located on University Ave. right at the mouth of the canyon. Its a beautiful school it reminds me of a castle when I drive past it. The neighborhood surrounding it is occupied by very large houses. There is a large development being built right next to it. There is also a retirement home across the street. I have learned that often the children go over with their teachers and provide service and smiles for the older folks. Walden school of Liberal Arts is a Montessori School, the classes are grouped by age and not by grades. 6-9 year olds make up the 1-3 levels and 9-12 year olds make up the 4-6 levels. I have learned that many of the students require one on one teaching, but they also thrive with that specific attention. I will be working with the 1-3 levels.

My understanding of service learning entails my observation in a classroom. I am to observe the teacher and to obtain knowledge and experience in the classroom. I will get to work with children and hopefully decide for good that this is what I want to be when I grow up.