Trees Class

This is our oldest KidSpace class, generally aged 13 and up. These students are brought upstairs to participate in the main ritual when age-appropriate, but during their normal classes they learn (among many other things):

• the history of the UUA;
• the history of Gaia Community;
• an organizational understanding of Gaia Community (including board administration, operational processes and how we use consensus);
• how to assist in mentoring the younger children in a positive way;
• a thorough understanding of world religions and traditions;
• a thorough understanding of the Seven Principles of the UUA;
• a thorough understanding of the Cornerstones.


Before they may graduate from the KidSpace Universe, they must demonstrate:

• attendance and age-appropriate participation in at least one non-intergenerational Sunday ritual every calendar year;
• attendance and participation in at least one Ritual for Business;
• the development and implementation of a full Sunday ritual in conjunction with a Ritual Team (with minimal instruction/oversight);
• the ability to express their theology, spirituality, or belief system;
• successful completion of a Rite of Passage.