Episode 155: Safe Spaces Vs. Brave Spaces

The Classical Academies Partnering With Parents

Jan 2 2024 • 19 mins

Safe spaces prioritize providing individuals with security and comfort, cultivating an environment where people can freely express themselves without fearing judgment. Brave spaces push boundaries by encouraging uncomfortable yet necessary conversations. Chalese Young, the Assistant Principal at Classical Academy High School, distinguishes between these two perspectives, highlighting how brave spaces leverage discomfort as a catalyst for growth. In these spaces, challenging perspectives and embracing discomfort become pathways to learning, understanding, sharing perspectives, and connecting with others.