Running River Agreements

Commit to the mission

I agree with the vision of Running River and will use it as a guide for my actions and responsibilities with the school.

Communicate with integrity and compassion

I agree to be direct and honest in speaking my truth, and to be open to the truth of others. I will only make agreements I am committed to keep.

Listen with heart

I will listen respectfully to others, open to the meaning behind their words.

Respect for differences

I agree to be cooperative in my interactions with others, recognizing that different perspectives, choices and methods enrich our community.

Resolve conflicts directly

I agree to take problems and complaints to the person(s) with whom the issue originated and work towards a cooperative solution. I agree to follow the Running River Grievance Policy.

Honor our choices

I agree to acknowledge that everyone, including myself, is making the best possible decision we are capable of in that moment.

Express appreciation for self and others

I will acknowledge myself and others.

Develop a positive relationship

I will look for ways to participate with Running River to contribute to the development of an excellent environment for the children’s process of learning and growing.

Be a model

I will use these agreements and be a model for my children to follow.

Joy makes things happen!

I agree to have fun and encourage joy in learning.