10. To make basic experiences happen.

Before becoming someone in the town, the child needs to grow, to be surrounded by adults who suggest aims and plans. The Convention certainly gives the family this role in education, but the young person – especially the most disadvantaged – must complete family support by basic experiences outside the family circle. This young person must be urged on, called upon at his/her liveliest: that is done by projects. taking risks, an appeal to share in, to his/her own strengths. The network of San Miguel Schools in the United States has gambled on this vital dynamism. And it is working!