"By introducing children, animals and plants into the environment, we can alleviate the plagues of loneliness, helplessness and boredom, and change them to vibrant communities that are filled with variety and spontaneity, and companionship and opportunities for residents to feel useful in their community."
— Sherbrooke Community Centre, Eden Alternative
Our Values
We all want to be:
- Respected
- Appreciated
- Trusted.
At iGen, we work together with these desires in mind. Students, parents, staff and the larger community are part of our world. Above all, the Elders and residents at Sherbrooke come first. We are part of their home and must put their wants and needs above all else.
Social Emotional Learning
Social emotional learning, also known as character development, is about acquiring the skills to develop and maintain healthy relationships. Studies show that children's well-being is related to their relationships with others, and their well-being affects their achievement at school.
iGen is an environment where social and emotional learning is fostered and developed by learning through relationships.