About Russell Institution Of Learning
The Russell Institution Of Learning, Powered by The W.A.R.E. Concept (Working At Renewing Education) is a collaborative learning environment of students, teachers, parents, and community individuals exemplifying Child-Centered Learning, Community Involvement, and Democratic Decision-Making through completing the 5Cs (Critical Thinking, Communication, Community, and Culture that creates Character).
The W.A.R.E. Concept incorporates the components of:
W- With-it-ness
A- Adaptability
R- Resourcefulness
E- Energy and Enthusiasm
Components of:
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Child-Centered Learning
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Student learning is assessed through formative assessments (progress with feedback) versus summative assessments (grade or percentage scores).
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Student learning is based upon discovery through an independent learning process.
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Small group student interaction creates learning opportunities.
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Community Involvement
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Student community service is used as a learning experience.
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Education occurs within the local community at various businesses and/or organizations.
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Democratic Decision-Making
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Stakeholders have equal voting power in decisions.
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Decisions are made based upon the greatest good for the greatest number.
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Consensus is preferred to majority rule.
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Decisions are made that create inclusion versus exclusion of stakeholders.
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Our Heritage
Russell Institution Of Learning began in the minds and hearts of individuals at least five generations ago. Both sides of my family have had visionaries who believed that education was valuable and should be accessible by all.
Each generation passed on the love of learning. They advocated that learning should not only occur in the classroom, but also within the community. Education must have a practical application to the benefit of others.
Our Family
Our family is a diverse conglomerate of individuals that are an excellent cross-section of the general population. Our family spans four generations, is inter-ethnic, and intelligent (whether officially educated within the walls of an institution or educated in the hall of hard knocks).
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Our Vision
The Vision of Russell Institution Of Learning is that every student will be able to achieve the best education no matter their race, religion, gender, or IQ. Our Vision is that every teacher is afforded the respect, resources, and autonomy to facilitate the learning environment best suited for students. Our vision is that children and parents will have an equal say in the education process. Our Vision is that the community is the learning lab and community individuals are the mentors of the next generation of leaders.
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Our Mission
The Mission of Russell Institution Of Learning is to coordinate teacher training, student learning, and education advocacy in an effort to develop the best practice qualities of child-centered learning, community involvement, and democratic decision making so as to renew education by empowering families.
