The Seven Arrows Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The Seven Arrows Podcast is an open platform for Seven Arrows Elementary students to share their ideas, projects, and passions. It is part of a continual effort to manifest curiosity and empathy within students, furthering our mission of developing passionate learners and compassionate leaders. Join us each episode as students delve into a multitude of topics, including thought provoking class field trips, ethical leadership projects, and high-level academic endeavors. If you want an inside look into one of the most progressive and avant-garde elementary schools in the country, tune into the Seven Arrows Podcast!
A Discussion with Two Candidates for Student Body President
Part of being a sixth grader at Seven Arrows Elementary is leadership. Since we have no middle or upper school, sixth graders are the most senior of the lot. Accordingly, we expect them to step up to the plate in a multitude of ways. Members of the sixth grade class are asked to drive community service efforts on behalf of various social justice causes, lead weekly assemblies as official emcees, and communicate with administration on behalf of the student body. The latter of these commitments entails an annual election for student body president. This position is only open to the sixth grade, but all members of the school are able to cast a vote.The entire process is incredibly fun and exciting for all parties. Candidates get a chance to make flyers, talk to students about campaign initiatives, and present a speech in front of the entire school. Once everyone in our community has an opportunity to hear from the various candidates, students make their selection. On today’s episode, the student producer of the podcast sits down with two of the eight presidential candidates to hear their pitches and promises. The sixth grade candidates talk about what it means to run for president, and moreover, what they plan to accomplish if they are successful in the election. Finally, the students discuss the purpose of student council, and why it’s such an essential part of SAE for both students and teachers alike. Check out this fascinating episode to get an inside glimpse of the election process.
Winning an Election: a Conversation with SAE’s Newest Student President
Did you check out the previous episode? If not, stop reading this article and head back to episode 3! Finished? Excellent, because now you can truly enjoy the discussion herein. Joining the conversation in this interview is none other than the student body president! After receiving the majority of votes, SAE’s student leader is ready and eager to share her thoughts about being nominated to represent her fellow classmates. The president elect not only explains her plans while in office, but also carefully describes her intense campaign and how exactly she came away victorious. The resounding message is clear: hard work pays off. Planning ahead, putting in the hours, and ensuring that everything was executed promptly and carefully were the components that made her successful. For students interested in running for president in later years, make sure to check out these sage words of wisdom from a student who knows the ropes.
How a Field Trip Inspired an Incredible SongEach and every year, the 5th grade class embarks upon an arduous yet amazing class field trip to Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California. Students have an opportunity to spend time camping under the stars, exploring dark caverns, and climbing rocky formations amidst some of the most beautiful scenery on the planet. It is an awe inspiring trip for students that evokes a multitude of emotions and thoughts. In 2017, the Joshua Tree trip was so impactful for one student that it inspired her to write and record an amazing song dedicated to this magical journey.This episode features a student led interview that explores precisely how and why this musically talented individual was inspired to write such a beautiful and moving piece of music. The students spend time parsing the details of the trip, reflecting on fond memories, and highlighting the songwriting and recording process. If you want to learn more about this amazing trip and the indelible mark it left on our inquisitive students, make sure to check out this episode in its entirety. To stream the phenomenal song mentioned herein, click on this link to SoundCloud!