Sociocracy: Every voice is heard 

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Sociocracy is a form of government/education based on the equality of individuals. This equality is expressed in the consent principle: a decision can only be taken when none of those present has a substantiated and paramount objection against that decision. 

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Teachers, students, and parents jointly govern the school. Together they are responsible for the quality of life and learning at De Vrije Ruimte.

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In a sociocratic government, the organization is made of circles: groups, each having a purpose, mandate, and responsibility of their own. 

 

Permanent circles at De Vrije Ruimte are:

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- the Monday-morning circles;

- the Student circle;

- the Teachers and coaches circle;

- the Parents' circle;

- the School circle

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- the Board circle.

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To support the school there are other circles in place, where parents as well as students and teachers are involved:

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- the Communications circle;

- the Financials circle;

- the Administration circle;

- the Facilitation circle.

 

Everybody involved can contribute their knowledge, ideas, and experience to keep the school alive and in flow.