“A place where girls grow wild and wise.”
Bend, Oregon
Fall 2025 | Session 2
Nature Connection
Connecting with the natural world through exploration, observation, and hands-on activities, fostering a deep appreciation for the environment. Real-world application of math skills and sacred geometry. Exploration of astrology and moon cycles throughout the seasons with weekly phenomenology walks and journaling, plus sit spots for reflection.
The Arts
Unlocking imagination and self-expression through various artistic mediums, encouraging innovative thinking and problem-solving. Each week will feature artists from the community who bring their expertise and creativity to the Loft for us to explore the arts together.
Storytelling and Creative Writing
Developing communication skills and cultural understanding by sharing narratives, both personal and ancient, nurturing empathy and perspective. Building skills to develop different writing strategies each week as they create their own books of storytelling, poetry, and connection.
Friendship & Community Service
Building strong social bonds, promoting collaboration, and fostering a sense of belonging among participants, empowering collective growth. Working with our local community to give back in a meaningful way. Integrated math skills include money, percentages, decimals, along with number sense and fluency.
Our Values
Integrated subjects come together seamlessly through engaging stories and thoughtful inquiry. We blend a mix of traditional teaching methods with the inspiring Reggio-style of exploration, encouraging children to dive deep into their learning adventures. Our teacher-created student workbook supports independent connections and helps kids build knowledge with confidence. We also provide strong support for home learning continuity, making sure curiosity flourishes beyond the classroom. Child-led curiosity is nurtured alongside adult-guided depth, striking the perfect balance. Inspired by forest school philosophies, we embrace the rhythm of nature, foster agency, and celebrate nature itself as the greatest teacher.
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