The documentary "Year One" follows the journey of Lucy, Jiovanni, and their director Alexander at the Teddy McArdle Free School in Little Falls, New Jersey, where students have the freedom to make their own rules through democratic vote. The film captures the unique dynamic of this unconventional school, showcasing the development of strong personalities, relationships, and debates over rules and boundaries.
Approaching the Elephant
In the unorthodox educational environment of the Teddy McArdle Free School in Little Falls, New Jersey, students take charge of their own learning, attending classes voluntarily and making democratic decisions to govern themselves.
