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The Joan Rubin School Information Session

The Joan Rubin School: A Vision for a new democratic school in Greater Boston

This event will describe our future school and provide background on democratic and self-directed learning models. The school founders will speak briefly, followed by a Q&A style discussion.

Unique features of this school will include:

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-Self-directed learning 
-Age-mixed environment 
-Dedication to children's natural development 
-Diversity among student body 
-Democratic governance 
-Healthy and supportive community 
-Year-round School 
-Accessible by public transportation

Schools around the world have used these principles of student-initiated learning and democratic governance. They have been correlated with successful, happy, and self-aware graduates.

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We want to hear from you! We are actively seeking energetic people to help in the work of founding The Joan Rubin School. We are eager to hear the voices of parents interested in this type of education for their children.

Please join us on November 2nd!

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