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Beyond Borders is a summer enrichment program that draws on the transformative power of creating an intentional community of diverse cultures, ethnicities and economic backgrounds. Fourth through sixth graders from the San Francisco Bay Area broaden their perspectives and deepen cultural literacy by engaging in story-sharing, service learning, visual arts, technology and music. Through shared experiences and creative endeavors, Beyond Borders fosters self-awareness and self-respect along with a spirit of collaboration and respect for the dignity of others.
 

Beyond Borders Mission Statement
Beyond Borders brings together youth of different backgrounds to:

  • Develop a deeper understanding and acceptance of themselves and others
  • Nurture in them a sense of personal and social responsibility
  • Inspire them to work toward equity and justice in their communities

    Beyond Borders is unique among Bay Area enrichment programs in its focus on the "global village," breaking down stereotypes and fostering respect, collaboration and creativity. The program is generously subsidized to ensure broad-based access.

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    Going Beyond our Borders

    To allow for construction at MCDS, we will truly move beyond our borders and hold our program on the campus of Ring Mountain Day School in Mill Valley. Ring Mountain’s Mill Valley campus is beautifully situated abutting Horse Hill. A campus much like MCDS, Ring Mountain has wonderful art, technology and performance spaces that will suit Beyond Borders perfectly. For more information about Ring Mountain Day School, visit their website at www.ringmountain.org or feel free to call us at 415.927.5900. We still have bus service and have added some routes for your convenience. Please see the transportation section or this brochure for more information.
    RMDS Address: 70 Lomita Drive, Mill Valley, CA 94941

     
    What will students come away with?
    • Interpersonal skills of listening, speaking, sharing, and ensemble building
    • Literacy skills and multicultural understanding
    • Communication skills - such as expression, diction, organization, timing, and projection - through storytelling and performance
    • Acting skills such as use of voice, timing, character development, and stage sense, including blocking and audience awareness
    • Artistic skills such as visually portraying mood and setting, creating character in a puppet or mask, and enhancing a character through a costume detail
    • A wide range of technology, filmmaking and musical skills
    • Self-confidence, empowerment and enhanced leadership that comes from performance and service learning
    • A shared sense of purpose and deep connection to a diverse group of adults and peers