Education at Birchwood Video Series
Our mission is to equip children to lead a life of becoming – growing, thriving and flourishing – through the development of intellect and character.
becoming
Our mission is to equip children to lead a life of becoming ...
The term becoming is purposely vague, as in answering the question, “Become what?” It is vague because no one can predict the life our children will face or the framework of their adulthood. But the term becoming is not so ambiguous that we cannot invest in their attitudes, knowledge, behaviors, and life skills so that whatever situation life presents, our children will grow, thrive, and flourish.
The term becoming is purposely vague, as in answering the question, “Become what?” It is vague because no one can predict the life our children will face or the framework of their adulthood. But the term becoming is not so ambiguous that we cannot invest in their attitudes, knowledge, behaviors, and life skills so that whatever situation life presents, our children will grow, thrive, and flourish.
Making our mission real ...
Charles Debelak, Birchwood School of Hawken founder and head of school, discusses the practices that enable Birchwood to realize our mission in each child we help enrich, by shaping positive attitudes towards life. Birchwood provides "education for becoming" by bringing children into ways of thinking through habits of mind. Students learn how to solve problems through education that allows them to become mathematicians, readers, historians, scientists. Children are learning to live a life that is rich, full, and thriving lifelong.
Charles Debelak, Birchwood School of Hawken founder and head of school, discusses the practices that enable Birchwood to realize our mission in each child we help enrich, by shaping positive attitudes towards life. Birchwood provides "education for becoming" by bringing children into ways of thinking through habits of mind. Students learn how to solve problems through education that allows them to become mathematicians, readers, historians, scientists. Children are learning to live a life that is rich, full, and thriving lifelong.
The Aim of Education ...
Charles Debelak, Birchwood School of Hawken founder and head of school, discusses the aim of education at Birchwood School of Hawken – What are we hoping for when children graduate?
Charles Debelak, Birchwood School of Hawken founder and head of school, discusses the aim of education at Birchwood School of Hawken – What are we hoping for when children graduate?
intellect
The development of intellect ...
At Birchwood School, this is the process of teaching students how to reason and think well. Charles Debelak, founder and head of school, explains how gifted students are educated to reach their full potential.
At Birchwood School, this is the process of teaching students how to reason and think well. Charles Debelak, founder and head of school, explains how gifted students are educated to reach their full potential.
The Success Cycle ...
The success cycle has two components at Birchwood. The first is providing students with a history of successes and a history of achievements. The second aspect is a partnership between an adult (mom or dad, teacher or coach) with the child that will help a them get through the challenges and difficulties in learning how to grow. Mr. Debelak discusses how to develop this partnership and work alongside your child to create productivity habits.
The success cycle has two components at Birchwood. The first is providing students with a history of successes and a history of achievements. The second aspect is a partnership between an adult (mom or dad, teacher or coach) with the child that will help a them get through the challenges and difficulties in learning how to grow. Mr. Debelak discusses how to develop this partnership and work alongside your child to create productivity habits.
character
The development of character ...
Woven into the curriculum at Birchwood School is the belief that personal character can become the most vital factor in the success and fulfillment of an adolescent. Charles Debelak, founder and head of school, shares how parents and educators can play a part in helping children develop goal setting – the highest pinnacle of human evolution.
Mr. Debelak’s character series continues with:
Ben Franklin Initiative: Legacy Essays
Woven into the curriculum at Birchwood School is the belief that personal character can become the most vital factor in the success and fulfillment of an adolescent. Charles Debelak, founder and head of school, shares how parents and educators can play a part in helping children develop goal setting – the highest pinnacle of human evolution.
Mr. Debelak’s character series continues with:
Ben Franklin Initiative: Legacy Essays
Discover the fascinating blend of history, science, and research that unravels the secret behind true success ...
Did you know that intelligence accounts for just 25% of achievement, while character makes up a whopping 75%? Join Charles Debelak, Birchwood School of Hawken founder and head of school as he delves into the crucial aspect of shaping a child's character. Get ready for an engaging discussion on the power of intentionality in character development.
Did you know that intelligence accounts for just 25% of achievement, while character makes up a whopping 75%? Join Charles Debelak, Birchwood School of Hawken founder and head of school as he delves into the crucial aspect of shaping a child's character. Get ready for an engaging discussion on the power of intentionality in character development.
