Society is changing rapidly, technically, politically and socially. Polarisation, AI, social media, conspiracy theories, loneliness... It is a complex development and many people are struggling to understand and find their place in this "new" world. In all of this kids are supposed to be forming their identities and learning life skills. It is time to change the school system to match this. Our kids and youths are struggling, at the same time as they are a key to creating a sustainable future. We need to break out of our predetermined ideas about what school is, and start nurturing souls, fostering good relationship skills and a life-long love for learning and co-creating.
Teal Schools are schools for the future
Learning is human Internal motivation is key Life-long learning is human Stop forcing education Learning is human
WHATS NEW?
When starting Teal School in 2018 we used to think Teal schools was the way forward, a way of making schools adapt to the paradigm shift that was emerging. Now we've seen the world taking a different path. Polarisation, nationalistic and authoritarian ideologies, a rise in conspiracy theories and things like the "manosphere" advocating a backwards movement towards a stronger patriarchy.
Now, we see that our ideas and objectives are more important than ever, but the narrative and focus must change. In blogs and work in 2027 you will see more focus on societal development.
OUR PURPOSE
We started out with the purpose of bringing the Teal paradigm to schools. Teal schools are human-centered, purpose-driven and highly suited for a complex, fast-evolving world.
We still stand by that.
But the more important purpose that has emerged is:
Can we be more active co-creators in the world we humans are forming? How can we make schools have the tools and knowledge to prepare kids for living in a complex and unstable world, and how can we make kids be a part of positive change? How do schools need to change to meet the needs of kids, youths, society and the world the next 10-20 years - and how can we make that happen?
JOIN OR SUPPORT US
We want to deepen the understanding of how the society of today affects children and youths and how we as a society can make sure we support them in any way possible. Both for their own sake as individuals, and for the sake of the society.
We welcome parents, teachers, scientists, school leaders, community builders and everyone open for discussing a change in how we as a society think about schools, learning and education, for a better future.
To join or support us, start with a message through our contact form on the page Get Involved.
Understand the urgency
Paradigm shift Mental health Sustainable society Co-creation, cooperation
There is an urgency. The systems we have created are based on the understanding, thoughts, values, and ultimately, feelings, of generations before us. For a long time the world got more peaceful, more open, more cooperative and more democratic and liberal. Now we see a development towards less humane values, and this is happening fast. How can the adult world help kids and youth think independently, navigate uncertainty, understand themselves and others, cooperate across differences, and take responsibility for the world they help create?
Contact us to learn more about how you can be a part of the discussions or contribute!