Talking Circle
The Talking Circle is another more direct medium for students and staff to exchange views and information. The Talking Circle is based on the Native American tradition. Students meet in a full school circle. Through the passing of a sacred object, each member of the school, students and staff alike, have the opportunity to express any thoughts or feelings.
The following rules apply to Talking Circle decorum:
When you have the object you may speak as long as you wish. You always speak the truth.
When you do not have the object you may not speak or make comments or sounds. You should pay attention and listen to the individual who has the object, and who is speaking from their heart.
When the Talking Circle is over, you may not chastise someone for something they said in the Circle. This is a sacred space and here it is safe for anyone to say whatever they feel or think even if they have an unpopular idea.
Full Moon and New Moon Activities
Quarterly, once each term on the New Moon for women and the Full Moon for men, the young men and women may meet together with their group, and decide on an appropriate outing or event. This is based on mutual topics, interests and concerns. The time and place of these gatherings are to be with the consent of the Principal.