Jeremy Rifkin on “the empathic civilization”

Jeremy Rifkin takes a look at the evolution of the brain and how these trends point to the need for change in our societal institutions – government, parenting, business practices, and – you guessed it – our educational system! He argues that we are all empathic beings meant to embrace the singularity and precious nature of all life. At Valley Charter School we believe deeply in educating the whole child, focusing on social/emotional development, community responsibility, and academic growth.

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Gunn High School Sings Away Hate Group

Here is a beautiful example of experiential education. The students of Gunn High School were confronted with a hate group that was targeting their school because of its’ practice of tolerance. This video shows how the school prepares the children for what’s coming as well as supports them in crafting a value-based response.

“The highest result of education, is tolerance.” -Helen Keller

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