A small school in a vast field.

A Small School in a Vast Field: A Path to Self-Sufficient Learning

Note: I have translated the sentence into English while maintaining a simple and concise tone. I have also avoided using personal pronouns and colloquialisms.

During my travels across the kingdom, I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Nang Rong, where I learned about the remarkable "Small School in the Wide Field." What makes this school so special? Let me share my insights with you.

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In general, schools must have school buildings, flagpoles, headmasters, teachers, janitors, students, books, pencils... and many other things. But here, the small school in the open field does not have the same things as many other schools.

Here, dreams and aspirations converge, fueled by a deep faith that translates into sharing knowledge with children through a self-sufficient lifestyle. Embracing the principles of living in harmony with nature, using what is available and saving for times of scarcity, children are nurtured to become adults who give more than they take…

A small school in the vast field of Kru Li Keta Warin Buri, located in Ban Thawan, Choem Phra Kiat District, Buriram Province.

Kru Lee Keta Warinburi

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We met Kru Li and the children in a vast rice field. In the field, cows and buffaloes were grazing, and there was a large pond and a vegetable plot. This is the "Small School in the Wide Field." We asked Kru Li, "What is it like?" We asked her to tell us from the beginning...

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This is… a school.

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Kru Li, a native of this land, returned home after experiencing the wider world. He sought to revitalize the existing land for the benefit of the community and the children of the village, extending the opportunity to children from other places to learn and gain experience from this land.

This land was created with the intention of fostering a love for nature in the community's children. It teaches them how to live a simple life, using what is available around them. There are no textbooks, no exams, and no uniforms. The goal is to live in harmony with nature, using music as a medium. This is a brief summary of the communication between us and the teacher.

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Nature classroom…

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In today's competitive world, those who are faster, smarter, and have more capital tend to seize the advantage, even if they may not truly be so. However, due to social and environmental conditions, there are times when we are unintentionally led to that point.

The founder of the school, Kru Li, envisioned it as a small school in a vast field, similar to the alternative schools that are becoming increasingly popular today. The school's teaching methods do not rely on textbooks, uniforms, or technology.

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Outcomes are like report cards, reflecting back to the community…

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However, the reality of a small school in the open field is different. It was not built to exist, but it already existed. We have a duty to learn, to put it to good use, to blend our current thoughts and feelings, and to pass it on to future generations without bringing change to this land...

Another aspect we greatly appreciate is the use of music as a medium for conveying knowledge. Due to their young age, it is relatively easy to introduce color, structure, and patterns to children, unlike the rigidity of adulthood. Integrating music into their lives is akin to instilling gentleness into their hearts. Nature and music are inherently harmonious.

Despite the abundance of land, the school still lacks certain resources. During opportune moments, Teacher Li and the students would embark on fundraising ventures, often through musical performances. All proceeds would be reinvested back into the community and the school.

In the End, We Must Pay Our Respects

Ultimately, we must pay our respects to Kru Li, an exceptional individual and a true scholar among the people. This teacher is on the right path, and although there may be obstacles ahead, they are not insurmountable. May this path continue for as long as possible.