Expeditionary Learning - Sussex Academy of Arts and Sciences

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Expeditionary Learning

Expeditionary Learning is an approach to teaching and learning. It seeks to change school cultures by activating curricula and motivating students and teachers to take responsibility for their own learning. Expeditionary Learning implements these five core practices:

  1. learning expeditions
  2. active pedagogy
  3. culture and character
  4. leadership and school improvement
  5. structures

In addition, Expeditionary Learning subscribes to these ten principles:

  1. The Primacy of Self-Discovery
  2. The Having of Wonderful Ideas
  3. The Responsibility For Learning
  4. Empathy and Caring
  5. Success and Failure
  6. Collaboration and Competition
  7. Diversity and Inclusion
  8. The Natural World
  9. Solitude and Reflection
  10. Service and Compassion
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Our Goals

Maintain a “Superior School” status

Foster critical, independent thinking and reflection

Ensure a safe, respectful school environment

Advocate personal growth and responsibility

Provide opportunities for individual and group success

Model and encourage collaborative decision making

Facilitate ongoing professional development

Encourage parental involvement and partnerships

Promote service and community partnerships

Instill environmental awareness and social consciousness

Develop technological competence