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50 GUIDE TO YELLOW SPR INGS | 2021– 2022 Antioch College C : 937‑767‑1286 E : info@antiochcollege.org W: www.antiochcollege.edu Founded in 1850 by the Christian Connection, the col- lege began operating in 1852 as a non-sectarian institu- tion; politician and education reformer Horace Mann was its first president. Antioch College is centered on the pillars of campus and experiential education, co-op and community. At Antioch, education and oppor tunities for growth are not confined to the classroom, but take place throughout the campus community, and in the world at-large. The Antioch experi- ence encourages students to explore broad perspectives on critical issues, and innova- tive approaches to learning and living dif ferently in the world. Antioch’s hallmark coop- erative program — “co-op” — expands education through work and experiential learn- ing. Students alternate aca- demic terms on campus with terms of full-time work, where they learn to navigate com- plex environments, negotiate for themselves and experi- ment with solution-oriented approaches. In applying them- selves to real-world situations, they explore their interests and develop practical skills. Community is the guid- ing principle of campus life. Antioch was among the first colleges to incorporate com- munity governance, through which students, faculty and staf f par ticipate jointly in institutional decision-making. The process of community building at Antioch promotes the creation of “deep democ- racy,” encouraging individu- als to work together in devel- oping greater group cohesion and resilience. One-hundred-seventy years after its founding, Antioch Col- lege continues to innovate in higher education and contin- ues to attract students seeking the tools to innovate in their communities and careers. Antioch School C : 937‑767‑7642 E : nathan@antiochschool.org W: www.antiochschool.org The oldest democrat ic school in the United States, the Ant i och Schoo l was founded in 1921 by Ar thur Morgan, then president of Antioch Col lege. In 1951, the school moved to its cur- rent setting, neighboring the Glen Helen nature preserve. The Antioch School is a place where childhood is revered and children are encouraged to pursue their innate curios- ity wherever their abilities take them. An Antioch School education is based upon the ideals of respect, trust, chal- lenge and choice. The school groups children into the Nurser y (3.5–5), Kindergarten (5–6), Younger Group (6–9) and Older Group (9–12). Antioch School pro- vides an art and science pro- gram, formal music instruc- tion, artists-in-residence, field trips and aftercare. The devel- opment of reading, writing and mathematical abilities is emphasized. Social and self- discipline skills and the inter- action of children as a means for self-definition and growth are deeply valued. Individu- alized instruction works two ways at the school: teacher-to- child and child-to-child. The children’s academic and cre- ative growth and learning are ungraded. Standardized test- ing is restricted to the Older Group children. Unless the children request homework, it is not a part of the daily life of the school. An emphasis is placed on physical activity with chil- dren playing together on the school’s expansive grounds, swimming and skating field trips. Operations are led by a board of directors, which includes parents, facul ty members and a community member. The daily life of the school is facilitated by the school manager, Nathan Sum- mers. Family involvement is vital to the school’s learning environment. Be c a u s e t he An t i o c h School is small, group size and enrol lment numbers are limited. Applications are accepted throughout the year and financial aid is available for qualifying families. Visitors are always wel - come. Community Children’s Center C : 937‑767‑7236 E : yschildrenscenterdirector@ gmail.com W: www.ysccc.org The Yellow Springs Com- munity Chi ldren’s Center is a Step Up To Quality five- star award winner that of fers high-quality care for children six weeks to 12 years of age. The school’s comprehensive curriculum, Creative Curricu- lum, incorporates big ideas, varied and engaging activi- ties, and a sense of continuity as a way to stimulate students, teachers and even families. The curriculum enables chil- dren to develop confidence, creativity and life-long criti- cal thinking skills. YSCCC provides oppor tunities for families to become involved as well by inviting them in as guest speakers, readers and by hosting monthly family nights. Enrichment activities include swimming, soccer, music, and yoga and medita- tion. Before Care (6:30–7:30 a.m.) and After School Pro- EDUCATION www.the365projectYS.org Working for racial Equity in yElloW SpringS 365 Days a year thE 365 projEct serves as a catalyst that challenges and supports the people of Yellow Springs, Ohio to engage critically and respectfully in courageous conversations and action that promotes diverse African American heritage, culture, and racial equity, 365 days a year .