Day 1 schedule · 7:50–1:50
7:50–8:15 · Arrival & Welcome
- 7:50 · Arrival & Welcome
- 8:15 · First Campfire
- 8:40 · What Is Ortimil?
- 9:10 · Evidence Exit
- 9:20 · Community Reset
- 9:35 · Mathematics Expedition
- 10:35 · Rutinas de comunidad
- 11:15 · Recuerdo de verano
- 11:55 · Lunch / Almuerzo
- 12:25 · Cierre de SLA
- 12:35 · FOSS Investigation
- 1:05 · Our Founding Agreements
- 1:35 · Goal Seed & Departure
Learning target: I am learning how arrival routines help everyone feel ready and welcome.
Success criteria: DOK 1 I can IDENTIFY the arrival steps and DEMONSTRATE them independently.
Explorer Guild
Guild Posts
Every specialty carries an imaginative mission and a very clear everyday job. The teacher gives the signal; the explorer follows the steps.
- Cartographer
Explorer 01
Daemian
My everyday post
Door & Passage Helper
A Cartographer knows how to guide a safe route. Daemian keeps the doorway clear when the Guild moves together.
When to begin
Move to the door when the teacher signals that the class is entering, exiting, or changing locations.
Do these steps in order
- 1Walk to the door without running and stand clear of the moving line.
- 2Hold the door until the last class member and teacher have passed.
- 3Let the door close safely, then rejoin the class at the back of the line.
- 4Never open a locked or exterior door for a visitor; alert the teacher instead.
I am finished when…
Everyone passed safely, the doorway is clear, and the door closed securely.
- Wildlife Tracker
Explorer 02
Jasmine
My everyday post
Cleaning Steward
A Wildlife Tracker notices details others may miss. Jasmine helps keep our shared classroom spaces clean and ready to explore.
When to begin
Begin after each activity when the teacher gives the cleaning signal.
Do these steps in order
- 1Check the tables and shared spaces the teacher names.
- 2Pick up loose paper and wipe approved surfaces with the teacher-approved materials.
- 3Leave classmates’ personal belongings in place and report any spill or unsafe mess.
- 4Return cleaning materials and wash hands when finished.
I am finished when…
The assigned shared spaces are clean, supplies are returned, and the teacher confirms they are ready.
- Cultural Ambassador
Explorer 03
Alena
My everyday post
Plant Caretaker
A Cultural Ambassador cares for living things in our shared space. Alena observes the classroom plants and follows their care schedule.
When to begin
Check plants on the posted care day or when the teacher asks.
Do these steps in order
- 1Look at the soil and leaves before doing anything.
- 2Water only the plants scheduled for care and use the approved amount.
- 3Wipe up any spill immediately and return the watering tools.
- 4Tell the teacher about yellow leaves, insects, damage, or unusually dry soil.
I am finished when…
The scheduled plants are cared for, no water is on the floor, and tools are returned.
- Inventor
Explorer 04
Josiah
My everyday post
End-of-Day Restorer
An Inventor keeps tools and spaces ready for the next idea. Josiah checks that Headquarters is reset for tomorrow.
When to begin
Begin when the teacher announces the end-of-day restoration check.
Do these steps in order
- 1Check the posted restoration areas: chairs, tables, floor, materials, library, and shared spaces.
- 2Give one calm reminder to the responsible person or table when something is unfinished.
- 3Fix only the item assigned to you; do not clean up everyone’s personal area.
- 4Report the room ready—or name the one remaining need—to the teacher.
I am finished when…
Shared spaces are reset, pathways are clear, and the teacher confirms Headquarters is ready.
- Naturalist
Explorer 05
Athena
My everyday post
Library Organizer
A Naturalist observes how a shared space is used. Athena keeps our books and reading resources ready for every explorer.
When to begin
Organize books during the posted reset time or when the teacher asks.
Do these steps in order
- 1Collect books or journals the teacher identifies.
- 2Return each item by its label, bin, shelf, or classroom system.
- 3Place damaged books in the teacher’s review spot instead of repairing them yourself.
- 4Straighten shelves without moving another student’s current book.
I am finished when…
Books are upright, correctly sorted, and ready for the next reader.
- Expedition Photographer
Explorer 06
Maja
My everyday post
Participation & Time Coordinator
An Expedition Photographer notices what happens over time. Maja helps everyone join the learning and records class minutes lost to interruptions when the teacher asks.
When to begin
Invite classmates during teacher-approved activities; record lost minutes only when the teacher gives the signal.
Do these steps in order
- 1Invite classmates to join without forcing anyone to speak.
- 2Notice whether the class is taking part and quietly tell the teacher if support is needed.
- 3When the teacher signals an interruption, note its start and end time and total class minutes lost.
- 4Report the total privately to the teacher; do not name, correct, or discipline classmates.
I am finished when…
Everyone had a chance to participate and the teacher has the total minutes she requested.
- Archaeologist
Explorer 07
Fermín
My everyday post
Attendance & Schedule Helper
An Archaeologist keeps careful records and follows a route. Fermín helps the teacher check attendance and prepare approved transitions.
When to begin
After arrival, change the date on the board and check the schedule again when the teacher asks.
Do these steps in order
- 1Quietly report empty seats or attendance information requested by the teacher.
- 2Change the date on the board to today’s date, then check the posted schedule and identify the next block.
- 3Give only teacher-approved transition reminders.
- 4Do not mark official attendance, change the schedule, or advance the expedition yourself.
I am finished when…
The board shows the correct date, the teacher has the needed information, and the class knows the approved next step.
- Ocean Explorer
Explorer 08
Aria
My everyday post
Materials Distributor
An Ocean Explorer prepares what the team needs for each part of the journey. Aria distributes class materials for every activity when the teacher gives the signal.
When to begin
Begin when the teacher names the materials needed for the next activity.
Do these steps in order
- 1Confirm which materials and how many each group needs.
- 2Pass out the class materials for each activity, one table or group at a time.
- 3Check that every group has the materials before the activity begins.
- 4Collect and return shared materials when the teacher gives the signal; report anything missing.
I am finished when…
Every group received the materials for the activity and shared items returned to their places.
- Astronomer
Explorer 09
Robert
My everyday post
Supply Checker & Substitute
An Astronomer tracks what the Guild needs. Robert checks supplies and covers an absent explorer’s job when the teacher assigns it.
When to begin
Check supplies at the approved time; cover an absent explorer’s post only when the teacher assigns it.
Do these steps in order
- 1Check the supplies and areas named by the teacher.
- 2Quietly report what is low, empty, broken, or missing.
- 3Ask which absent explorer’s task needs coverage and follow that job’s steps with teacher guidance.
- 4Report when the substitute task is complete; do not take over other posts on your own.
I am finished when…
The teacher knows the supply needs and any assigned substitute task is complete.
- Storykeeper
Explorer 10
Madison
My everyday post
Lunch Cart & Cards Manager
A Storykeeper helps every explorer reach the next part of the day. Madison manages lunch cards and the cart on the teacher-approved route.
When to begin
Begin when the teacher announces that it is time to prepare for lunch.
Do these steps in order
- 1Get the lunch cards and cart from their assigned place.
- 2Give each student the correct lunch card; do not trade or guess.
- 3Move the cart safely to the cafeteria only at the teacher-approved time.
- 4After lunch, return the cart and all cards to their exact places.
I am finished when…
The cart is returned, every card is accounted for, and nothing is left in the walkway.
- Geologist
Explorer 11
Mila
My everyday post
Fish & Habitat Caretaker
A Geologist notices the needs of a living habitat. Mila checks the classroom fish and provides only the care approved for that day.
When to begin
Check the habitat at the scheduled time; feed or clean only when the teacher confirms.
Do these steps in order
- 1Observe the fish and water before opening food or touching equipment.
- 2Feed only the measured amount approved for that day.
- 3Report cloudy water, unusual fish behavior, spills, or equipment problems immediately.
- 4Help with scheduled tank care only beside an adult; wash hands when finished.
I am finished when…
The fish received the approved care, the habitat is secure, and hands and tools are clean.
- Navigator
Explorer 12
Michaela
My everyday post
Teacher Assistant
A Navigator helps the teacher keep our journey on course. Michaela checks in with the teacher and completes the classroom task she is assigned.
When to begin
Check in with the teacher at arrival or when she asks for help.
Do these steps in order
- 1Ask the teacher what classroom task needs help today.
- 2Repeat the instructions to make sure you understand the task.
- 3Prepare, carry, or organize only the materials the teacher names.
- 4Tell the teacher when the task is complete and ask before starting another.
I am finished when…
The teacher’s assigned task is complete and materials are back in place.
- Conservation Ranger
Explorer 13
Summer
My everyday post
Message Courier & Phone Helper
A Conservation Ranger carries important information with care. Summer delivers approved messages and answers the classroom phone when the teacher asks.
When to begin
Deliver a message or answer the classroom phone only when the teacher asks.
Do these steps in order
- 1Confirm the destination before carrying an approved message.
- 2Deliver it directly and return to tell the teacher it arrived.
- 3When the teacher asks you to answer the phone, greet the caller politely and tell the teacher who is calling.
- 4Let the teacher handle private questions or decisions; do not share classmates’ information.
I am finished when…
The message reached the correct adult or the phone call was passed to the teacher.
- Explorer Captain
Explorer 14
Alessio
My everyday post
Technology Steward
An Explorer Captain handles shared tools carefully. Alessio distributes, collects, and counts our devices with the teacher’s approval.
When to begin
Begin when the teacher announces device distribution or collection.
Do these steps in order
- 1Use two hands when carrying a device and move slowly.
- 2Distribute devices by assigned number; never swap them without permission.
- 3Collect and count every device and accessory.
- 4Return devices to the correct slots and report damage, missing pieces, or charging problems immediately.
I am finished when…
Every device is counted, stored in the correct slot, and any problem is reported.