Encouraging Disruption and Co-Construction - A Conversation with Kim Ondrik

Kim Ondrik is the Head Learner from Q'SHINTUL Mill Bay Nature School on Vancouver Island, and someone Rod and Jal have worked closely with in the past. They would describe her as courageous, fierce, values-driven, and always acting in accordance with her beliefs about what constitutes great learning for kids and adults. Highlights from this week's episode include: an opening discussion on the recent report released by Harvard that covers the University's historical ties to slavery and eugenics; a look back at Kim's time as a student and the influences that ultimately shaped her vision for education; what it means to build a school that is truly student-centered; how Kim was empowered to be a disruptive force in her district, and the role Rod played in that process; the importance of including everyone in the community when it comes to co-creating education, especially the indigenous elder population; wonderful examples of the unique curriculum that drives Mill Bay Nature School; and re-envisioning what it means to be a school principal. Questions? Thoughts? Feedback? Email us at  [email protected] or Tweet us at @jal_mehta and @Rodroad219