Waldorf In The News: Dive deep into the world of Waldorf education through our curated news section. Specifically designed for parents, we offer insights into the philosophy, methodology, and unique experiences that a Waldorf education provides. From classroom activities to seasonal festivals, discover what makes Waldorf stand out and how it can enrich your child’s learning journey. Stay updated on the latest trends, testimonials, and success stories that showcase the holistic and creative approach of Waldorf schools. Step into a world where education nurtures the heart, hands, and mind.
Tamarack Waldorf School is catching attention of their local radio and television news stations as the weather grows colder in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 620 WTMJ and CBS58 interviewed school teachers about the large amount of outdoor time for students both at play and for more formal learning. School officials hired an environmental educator to expand the curriculum to include more outdoor […]
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Traditions contribute to a sense of comfort and belonging, bring people together, encourage ongoing connection and reinforce shared values. Traditions also offer context and space for meaningful reflection. According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) article — Social practices, rituals and festive events: “[Cultural traditions] reaffirm the identity of those who practice
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Athletic Director and basketball coach Dean Stark has worked with the Sacramento Waldorf School for 37 years and has secured 17 league championships with his teams over that time. In his tenure, he has been awarded the California State Boys Basketball Coach of the year, and the CIF Section and State Model Coach of the year honors.
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Spring Garden Waldorf School was in the news for its extra lesson class in the article Smart Moves published by Akron Life Magazine. Extra Lesson is taught to students at Spring Garden in kindergarten through second grade, and then on a by-need basis. The class helps students develop physical capacities and coordination, gain skills needed for complex movements including
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As Waldorf schools enter Black History Month, they strive to authentically incorporate lessons and cultivate a greater understanding of the challenges faced and gifts given by African Americans throughout history. We look to last year’s celebrations as inspiration for what will undoubtedly unfold throughout this coming month. For example, The Waldorf School of Garden City’s Black Student
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Waldorf School of Bend Spreading Valentine’s Love Feb 15 2023 Each year the Waldorf School of Bendembarks on a literal heart felt tradition on Valentine’s day. The school community lovingly handcrafts hearts, made of felt, that are then stitched, stuffed and embroidered with positive messages of love. This year they created and gathered nearly 2,000 hearts to distribute and
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Congratulations to Waldorf School of Baltimore middle school students Kayden, Ala, and Ella for winning first place at the annual Tower of Power competition at Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering during National Engineers Week. Their spaghetti and marshmallow tower using a hexagonal design reached the highest heights at 53 inches! The annual Tower of Power competition at
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Tamarack Waldorf School in Milwaukee has become a U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School and now joins the following Waldorf schools who have already won this honor: City of Lakes Waldorf School,Minneapolis, MN; Maple Village Waldorf School, Long Beach, CA; Portland Waldorf School, Portland OR; Urban Prairie Waldorf School, Chicago, IL. The Green Ribbon program is awarded to schools that have made
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WBALTV is shining the spotlight on the importance of environmental education in schools and the Waldorf School of Baltimore’s new partnership with John Newman Bees. Beekeeping will be a key component of the school’s nature program in the fall. Kindergartners will learn basic information, like how bees make honey, while older students, such as fifth graders, will learn more
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Jeff Zhou, a rising senior at San Francisco Waldorf High School, recently wrote an essay about his experiences with the Unistellar and SETI Institute science team at Seti.org. Zhou was inspired to do his senior project exoplanets and their potential habitability after a presentation given at school by SETI Institute Planetary Astronomer Dr. Franck Marchis. Zhou says,
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