HUMANE Curriculum
(Honoring Us: Multicultural, Mindfulness & Addressing Bias iNtegrated Education)™
“I believe that over time racism, bias, prejudice, negative stereotyping and the like will dissipate IF every class in every school and every home sets it (mindfulness) at the table. Maybe we will return to sitting together to partake…and contemplate our days…together.”
-Tahira from my ‘Making Presence’ piece
Most people need to learn that an inner life exists within all of us.
At best what would it be like if children learned of this inner life from birth; at least were guaranteed to be taught once entering school?
These days, the competition of grades and becoming entrepreneurs in elementary and middle school are perceived-to-real prerequisites for high schools and colleges. Experts have redefined this trauma that is just beginning to be conveyed to the general public. The effects of trauma on students in education are neglected in some school communities while others seek knowledge and resources for help.
Talk about stress!
The umbrella of multicultural & inclusive practice necessitates curriculum that integrates mindfulness while addressing bias and other traumatic issues. While research has existed for over 30 years, we have just scratched the surface to include it in the core standards.
Kids unconsciously yearn to be empowered! Those who know mindfulness now appreciate its benefits.
“I love doing this (breathing). It makes me feel like I’m floating.”
-1st grader
Educators need an explicit integration of these humane areas of development. Our society demands to be filled with people who live with this light and benefit from its grace.
Might a deeper understanding of our interconnection (mind/body/each other) within schools create better citizens around the world?
“Why Aren’t We Teaching You Mindfulness?”
– AnneMarie Rossi – YouTube