Some educational models teach what to learn or how to learn. Full-Circle Learning teaches why we should learn. The educational model unites and motivates the practical goals of the head, hands and heart...More >
From California, USA to Hangzhou, China to Zambia, Africa to Haiti- Check out the FCL Sites Around the World! More >
As a supporter of Full-Circle Learning, your help will support projects in disadvantaged communities around the world and in the U.S. More >
Education can transform students, teachers, communities and global relationships. Children in Full-Circle Learning classes came to the forefront of that transformation movement...More >
Visit Commemorates Decade of Research: Zhejiang Normal University, in Hangzhou China, welcomed visiting professor Teresa Langness and reviewed Full-Circle Learning (FCL) curricula written by its faculty in May 2017. Its community impact study included university-affiliated schools and Greentown schools across the city, revealing exemplary and diverse applications of the FCL model. Moral education and community relationships enrich early learning in each school. Dr. Qin and Dr. Gan, in green, (both left of center,) directed the implementation program.The Chinese banner commemorates the blending of East and West for the benefit of education. The FCL banner honors the schools for shaping civilization by teaching love. View Report >
Olivia Newcomb created this video when she brought Full-Circle Learning (FCL) to Tanzania, East Africa. After graduating, she traveled to Liberia on a project integrating music and science.Thank you, Olivia, for your volunteer service as a young alumni.
Full-Circle Learning Mission
Full-Circle Learning (FCL) helps young people embrace their role as the change agents and humanitarians of their generation. Its educational programs integrate and expand students' character strengths, academic excellence, artistic capacities and peacemaking skills in service to the global human family.
FCL serves communities around the world, upon request, by:
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Training and mentoring teachers, with an emphasis on customization for local standards, needs and customs;
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Providing the curriculum, music and ancillary materials to support sites, as needed;
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Liaising with collaborating schools to foster global classroom relationships, to help students honor the wisdom of others and see local issues through a global lens.