Under the Canopy: A Nature-Based Education Revolution

Join us as welcome Margaritte Arthrell-Knezek, the visionary founder and principal and Amber Gates, Instructional Leader for the Under the Canopy School. We explore their inspiring journey from running an after-school program to launching an innovative charter school under Tulsa Public Schools. Discover how Under the Canopy has transformed from a dream into a reality. Margaritte shares insights into the enrollment process and the excitement of offering spots to eager families, while Amber emphasizing the school's unique nature-based, Public Waldorf approach that integrates academic learning with holistic human development.

We continue the conversation by discussing the challenges and strategies of opening a new charter school. Learn about the school's creative use of an old school building and the aesthetic upgrades required for its transformation. We highlight community engagement efforts that extend beyond the Red Fork neighborhood, involving collaborations with local events and partnerships to increase the school's visibility. Discover how marketing efforts target preschools and homeschool communities to draw interest, while the school's funding model is compared to traditional public schools, highlighting the unique financial landscape charter schools navigate.

Finally, immerse yourself in the innovative educational approaches that set Under the Canopy apart. The school's Waldorf-inspired curriculum includes practical skills like woodworking, cooking, and knitting, along with unique specials such as nature and garden classes. Don't miss this chance to connect with a school that's redefining education by nurturing students' connections to nature and fostering a comprehensive learning experience.

Check them out online at https://www.underthecanopy.org/ and if you are interested in enrolling your child, the next window ends at the end of May.