… Oz Never Did Give Nothing to the Tin Man …

​… that he didn’t, didn’t already have. These lyrics from Tin Man by America are the perfect analogy for Deep Root Center’s daily interactions and philosophy.  Many students come to us believing they are failures, are dumb, and don’t have a bright future, simply, because they don’t fit into the straight edged, inflexible little boxes society has been, unsuccessfully, trying to force them into. 
 
Most of our new student members, as a result, are often bewildered and lost, and, unable to articulate — what makes them happy, the subjects or themes they are interested in learning about, or, for that matter, a defined goal they would like to pursue. They do not immediately comprehend that their dreams and desires, intellect, natural empathy, intrinsic talents, and spunk, are, simply, hidden in plain view, waiting to be revealed to themselves and the world.
 
Eventually, this safe space, where mentors and peers are willing to listen closely, without judgement, and, offer suggestions, focus on their strengths, as well as recognize accomplishments, and, thank them for their contributions, is where they are able to build confidence and allow their brilliantly authentic selves to shine through for all to see.
 
 

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DRC NEWS
 
DRC will be back in session Monday, February 27, after our Mid-Winter break.
 
Seedlings Program
 
Our Seedlings will be focusing on the world of science during the month of March.  If you are looking for a dynamic educational setting for your young elementary aged child, where they are encouraged to ask questions and seek out answers, where play is at the center of every learning experience, and where each child is accepted for who they are, please get in touch.
 
Spring-Break Workshops – April 17-21
 
DRC staff and volunteers are offering Spring Break programing. We will provide days filled with music, art, creative play, as well as cooperative games, and outside activities (dependent on weather). Please get in touch to register your child for the whole week or for individual days.  We are limited to twelve kids each day. 
 
OPT OUT
 
Deep Root Center offers a safe space to Public School students who would like to Opt-Out of state testing.  We charge a small fee of $5/day to cover resources and materials available to your child while they are here. Please get in touch.  You can also learn more about the Opt Out movement here.