Distilled Not Diluted: An Essential Field Guide to Youth Development

by Arancibia, Rodrigo
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ISBN: 9798375931586
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DISTILLED NOT DILUTED: AN ESSENTIAL FIELD GUIDE TO YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

"DISTILLED not DILUTED: An Essential Field Guide to Youth Development" is a comprehensive guide for site leads in the field of expanded learning. The book features a modern version of the Hippocratic Oath for youth development, highlighting the importance of education in promoting growth and transformation. With a focus on personal and professional development, this guide provides seven strategies for surviving as a Site Lead, including controlling your mind, taking action, creating joy, building trust, and being present. The book also introduces Stoic philosophy, drawing on Seneca's letter "On Groundless Fears" to help Site Leads tackle challenges in their work with youth development programs.

Drawing on the teachings of Peter Drucker, the guide offers practical advice on expanding learning and education programs and ensuring their success. Additionally, the book explores the importance of "Third Places" in society, offering ways in which schools can create social spaces for students and families. The guide also provides insights on how expanded learning programs can improve college access, and offers tips on making the most out of attending the BOOST conference.

Focused on the significance of relationships in expanded learning, this book also explores the action sports-like environment of expanded learning and how it can be used to build positive school climates and cultures. The guide also provides advice on how to influence the LCAP process in California's school district to secure more funding for expanded learning programs. With its combination of personal and professional development strategies, practical advice, and thought-provoking essays, "DISTILLED not DILUTED" is an essential guide for Site Leads and anyone interested in transforming lives through expanded learning.

  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Author: Arancibia, Rodrigo
  • ISBN: 9798375931586
  • Condition: New
  • Dimensions: 8.50 x 0.27
  • Number Of Pages: 114
  • Publication Year: 2023
Language: English

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