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ALL-SCHOOL NEWS
Annual Fund House Parties Professional Development Child Study Tuition For 2011-12 Financial Aid Recommitment Tour Dates All School Forum Fiddler On The Roof Yearbook Photos School Closure Policy SWS Calendars You're Not The Boss Of Me! 30th Anniversay Focus on Staff PARENT ASSOCIATION NEWSMeeting Tent City Wish List Drive SWS Talent Night Race to Nowhere Habits HIGH SCHOOL NEWSExchange Program Sports GRADE SCHOOL NEWSTraffic Safety Lost & Found After School Activities Report From Grades EARLY CHILDHOOD NEWSWater Works COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTSProvided as a free service to the SWS community. January 15, 2011Dear , We hope you will enjoy this current issue of the Connection. Here you will find all the latest SWS news and information. The Connection will be delivered to your email inbox every two weeks. Feel free to forward the newsletter to interested community members using the Forward email link at the bottom of this newsletter, below our logo. They will then be able to subscribe to the newsletter from within the Connection you have forwarded. (This does not work if you forward from within Outlook or Gmail etc.)  Annual Fund Update & ChallengeI am pleased and very grateful to be able to share some good news with you. We are already very close to our goal for this year's annual fund - we need only about $7,000 more in pledges to reach our goal of $60,000.
On behalf of all faculty and staff I want to use this forum to express appreciation for all who have already made a pledge to our annual fund - your ready support for our school and mission truly lifts our spirits and fills us with energy as we start the new year.
Now that our initial goal is almost in our grasp, I would like us to shift our focus to a different goal - full participation. Perhaps some of you may have felt in the past that a modest gift would not make a difference, and would not be appreciated.
Each gift does make a difference - many small gifts add up quickly!Each gift is appreciated - we understand that a gift of $10 for one family may be just as significant as a gift of $1,000 for another family and we do value each gift, no matter the size, as an expression of your support for our mission.
How do we achieve full participation? We have solicited a few donations specifically to further encourage ALL families to participate. As soon as we have counted 50 new donors who are participating in our Annual Fund for the first time, or a total of 150 donors, including new and existing donors, $2,000 will be added to the annual fund. As soon as we have 75 new donors or a total of 200 donors altogether, an additional $3,000 will be added to the annual fund.
An added benefit of a high level of participation is that grant-makers look at participation levels when deciding to support an organization, so every gift counts and makes a difference in this way as well.
How will your gifts be used? When we reach our annual fund goal of $60,000, we will have closed the gap in our operating budget between income from tuition and fees etc. and the actual cost of educating our students. Your gifts will allow us to fund, for example, an early grade school assistant, a middle school block relief teacher, high school musical staffing, and professional development.
When we receive additional gifts beyond $60,000, we will set up funds to help us pay for:
1. Contributions to faculty retirement (est. $15,000)
2. Renovation and expansion of the grade 1 and 2 playground (est. $15,000)
3. A small bus to help with field trip transportation (est. $15,000)
We invite you to express your support for our mission by joining the annual fund with a donation of a size that works for your family. Thank you! Gabi McCarthy |
House Parties
Parents have asked if they can still RSVP even though the deadline has come and gone. Yes, you can! A deadline and early replies are very helpful for planning purposes, as you will surely understand, but please feel free to continue to RSVP here, where you will see the list of dates and locations that are available, including a new east-side option.
Did you choose March 19? If yes, please email Gabi - we received one entry for that date on which some of the information - name and email address - were distorted. A mystery!
Questions? Email Gabi.
All members of our community are invited to join us at a house party as one way of participating in our annual fund. We look forward to this opportunity to joyfully build stronger connections that will sustain and support our school as we move forward. If you have already made a gift, please feel welcome to join us at a house party and simply enjoy the company of people who care about our school. If you prefer to send in a gift now, click here for the pledge form. Thank you!
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Nurturing Our Faculty Through Professional Development
The desire for faculty to continue learning and growing is deeply engrained in Waldorf philosophy, and SWS is grateful to be able bring experts to our school to facilitate this. Earlier this month, Betty Staley, the Program Director for Waldorf High School Teacher Education at the Rudolf Steiner College came to work with our high school teachers on topics such as the structure of the morning lesson, morning lesson books, and child development. Betty also gave a well attended talk at our grade school about how the Waldorf high school curriculum meets the growing adolescent. About 70 audience members from our school as well as other area Waldorf Schools were treated to a charming portrait of the changing nature of our children.
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LISA AYRAULT INTRODUCES BETTY STALEY
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Last summer we were grateful for a another visit by Christof Wiechert, the head of the Educational Department of the School of Spiritual Science at the Goetheanum in Dornach, Switzerland. Christof worked with our faculty on the topic of Child Study, how to approach the observation of a child, on deepening their understanding of the child's development, and what specific symptoms might indicate.
We were happy to share some special sessions with Christof with Waldorf teachers from area schools.
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What does 'Child Study' mean?
In the past few years, Christof Wiechert, former Head of the Pedagogical Section at the Goetheanum (headquarters of the Waldorf movement in Switzerland), has guided our faculty through understanding the purpose, value and techniques of child studies. Child studies are unique to Waldorf Education, and a cornerstone of our pedagogical approach. They are instrumental not only in fostering in our faculty a solid understanding of a child's development, talents, and challenges, but also in furthering our faculty's observation skills, and shared understanding of how to best support the students.
At the grade school, every other week during the Thursday afternoon meeting, the faculty places one student at the center of their pedagogical conversation. In preparation for this discussion, the teachers attentively observe this student during the two week before the meeting, in class and on the playground, to better understand his or her work habits and social interactions. The child study discussion at the grade school meeting then focuses on understanding the student, and on how to best approach his or her particular challenges. Following a child study, recommendations may be made to the class teacher for special exercises in the class room, or for individual educational support, or a visit with our school doctor.
At the high school, every week a meeting is dedicated to discussing several students. The format is slightly different from that of the grade school child study, yet the purpose is the same: understand each student as profoundly as possible so as to best serve his or her needs.
"Christof brings depth of insight and years of experience to his sessions in a light and charming way. I so enjoyed watching him work with teachers to uncover the truly important questions that help us to understand the deeper issues that effect children." Kate Golden, grade 4 class teacher.
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Tuition For 2011-12
In the coming week, you will be receiving your 2011-12 Tuition Agreement and information about our Recommitment Process. We will also include the information found in this issue of the Connection.
Dear Parents,
As we reach the half-way point of this current school year, the time has come again to look ahead, to 2011-12.
2011-12 Tuition
Our tuition levels for 2011-12 acknowledge the past years' efforts in getting our Parent &Tot, Preschools, and High School programs up and running. The higher tuition increase in the high school reflects the unique needs of our growing high school program, while the more conservative increase in our early childhood and grade school tuition levels take into consideration the need for steady improvements in materials, staffing, and facilities. In its 7th year, our preschool program is now well integrated in our early childhood department, and the 2011-12 preschool tuition is aligned with that of our kindergarten program.
2011-12 Budget
Our school continues to grow, as illustrated in the Five Year Enrollment chart below. As more students join our classes, we also welcome new faculty members whose dedication and skills ensure the quality of our educational experience. Our 2011-12 preliminary budget reflects our plan to increase our current level of staffing, update our current campus to create some much needed space for classrooms and programs, further engage in a long-range site planning process, and continue on our trend to dedicate annual fundraising to development rather than as a factor in balancing our budget.
Our 2011-12 budget reflects our core values - students, faculty, organization and considers our school's maturity, and its need for long-term sustainability. We have made much progress in all areas of school life, as demonstrated through our accreditation process. (Find the Accreditation Report here.) To continue on this strengthening and deepening course, it is necessary for the school to secure the services of competent and enthusiastic faculty and staff members. As we move forward in the next few years, we can expect our tuition levels to align with those of other local independent schools. (See Tuition Information Table below.) In this context, our commitment to supporting our families is the guiding thread in our allocation of Financial Aid resources.
Tuition Discounts
We have recently completed a three-year Tuition Discounts and Remissions study, which has resulted in a significant change in the way we will allocate tuition grants. Starting in 2014-15, all reductions in tuition will be considered on the basis of need, through our Financial Aid process. In the coming three years, reductions in tuition will remain as they currently are, giving faculty and staff who benefit from tuition remission and families who benefit from the sibling discount, time to get acquainted with our Financial Aid process. This decision is based on our wish to apply, in our administrative decisions, the same principles that inform Waldorf Education. In the economic area, the principle of brotherhood - consideration of economic abilities and needs rather than status - is according to R. Steiner the foundation of a healthy and compassionate approach.
We are proud of our journey and grateful for your commitment to our success. We know that our growth, our progress, and our plans entirely depend upon your commitment to Waldorf Education and to our school, and we thank you for your continued trust and support.
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Geraldine Kline and Nettie Fabrie
Co-Heads of School
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Financial Aid Deadline approaching: Tax Return Needed If you are planning to apply for financial aid (TLA), complete your taxes early so that you have all of the necessary information to enter on the SSS application. The SSS deadline is February 3. Submit Financial Aid Information to SSS online or by mail; you can request a mail-in copy from the Admissions Office. Please remember that you will need to submit a copy of your 2010 tax return during Recommitment Days. Financial aid applications will not be processed without a tax return.
Dates For Recommitment Wednesday & Thursday, February 9 and 10
Recommitment Days at the grade school campus, 8 am - 6 pm (for all SWS families)
Friday, February 11
Recommitment Day at high school campus, 8 am to 12, noon (for high school families only)
We'll look forward to seeing everyone in February.
Tour Dates Grade School Tours:
Tuesdays from 8:30 to 10 am: February 1, March 1, April 5, May 3
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All School Forum - Save The Date!
Please join us for the All School Forum in Huckleberry Hall at the grade school on Wednesday, January 26 at 7 pm. Topics will be School budget, tuition, and head transition.
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Tickets For Sale Now - Fiddler On The Roof - Don't Miss It! Friday, January 21, 7 pm · Saturday, January 22, 2 pm & 7 pm · Sunday, January 23, 2 pmErickson Theatre Off Broadway, Seattle Central Community College
Show time is almost upon us! Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended.
Tickets can be purchased at the high school and the grade school office or click here to purchase online.
For roles that are double-cast:
Fiona, Hallie, & Zayna perform 1/21 at 7 pm & 1/22 at 2 pm
Caleah, Arielle, & Kara perform 1/22 at 7 pm& 1/23 at 2 pm
Yesterday, grade school students and faculty received a visit from some of our cast and were treated to a tantalizing preview of the show, the song "Matchmaker."
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Please Submit Your Photos For The Yearbook! The all-school yearbook is a collection of photos submitted by parents and students. We would like to include many images showing our rich school life in the yearbook. Pl ease submit your full size high-resolution photos on a CD or DVD to the grade school or high school office by Wednesday, February 16. So far this year the submissions are very low, and we still need a lot of photos from every grade, preschool through grade 12. Please contact Jane Higgins at 206-890-2031 if you have any questions or need help. Thank you!
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School Closure Policy For your information: The school either opens on time, or is closed. (We do not use delayed start times). In the event of adverse weather, we will make one decision - open or closed- which will be in effect for all three of our campuses (High School, Grade School, Kinderhaus).
For school closures, go to schoolreport.org or access through our website. In addition, a phone message and email message will be sent by the AlertNow Notification Service to the number indicated on your child's Emergency and Consent form for inclement weather or cancellations.
SWS Calendars Stop by the office (high school or grade school) to pick up a SWS calendar filled with student artwork. $10You're Not The Boss Of Me! The Charms and Challenges of Raising Healthy Boys Save the date: March 16, 2011, 7-9 pm, Stroum Jewish Community Center, Mercer Island
We are very excited to have our own Melissa Borden and Tim Bennett lead this interactive presentation as part of the Parent Map Lecture Series.
Expect to learn about the different qualities of boys from birth through the teen years, to laugh, and to walk away inspired and with a new appreciation of your son.
Tickets are $20 and are available now at the grade school office.
This is a wonderful opportunity for the wider community to get a glimpse of the wisdom and pedagogical approach that our school and teachers offer, so please tell your friends and families and forward the flyer. |
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30th Anniversary Celebration - Save The Date
March 26, 2011, grade school campus
We look forward to honoring all who have helped SWS grow from an idea to a fully developed preschool through twelfth grade school. Please join us for this celebration with performances, presentations, refreshments and a swing dance. Look for details in coming editions of the Connection.
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Focus On Staff
Many of you may know Shelly McSweyn from your visits to the grade school office where she keeps everyone on track and everything in its place at the reception desk. Shelly was born and raised in Eastern Washington and moved to Seattle in 1976, where she managed and became the president of a large flooring company. In 1990 she started her own construction company and ran it until she decided it was time to spend more time with her family. After closing her business in 2005, she enjoyed working part-time for a naturopathic physician, and volunteering at SWS in many capacities, for example as class parent and as treasurer of the Parent Association. We are fortunate that Shelly agreed to join our grade school staff about a year ago.
Our community has greatly benefited from Shelly's incredible talents as the organizer of the Winter Faire. For the third year, Shelly has poured her heart and soul into making our Winter Faire the successful and warm event that graces our holiday season, and that adults and children alike look forward to.
Besides spending time with her family, Shelly loves to keep busy by being creative, mostly with gardening and various kinds of hand work: painting, knitting, crocheting, and sewing.
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  Next meeting: February 8 - All are invited!
7 pm, Music room, grade school campus
Please read the minutes from the last Parent Association meeting on December 14 in the Parent Association section of our website.
Tent City 3 Wish List Drive If you are like many of us, your garage may benefit from some straightening out. As you go through your garage you may find that you have three roles of duct tape, and you only really need one - sound famili ar? We encourage you to take the next couple of weeks to see what items from the wish list you might have on-hand to give to Tent City. We will be collecting your donations both at the high school and the grade school during the week of January 31. Look for collection and delivery details in the next Connection.
SWS Talent Night - Just For Adults - Just For Fun - February 5 @ 7 pm Last year's event was very enjoyable and we want to again offer this opportunity to socialize as adults. We hope you will join us!
Please think about what talent you might be willing to share and call the grade school office to be added to the list of performers. Your $15 ticket includes pizza and soft drinks; beer and wine will be sold separately.
TICKETS NEED TO BE PURCHASED BY Tuesday, February 1. This allows us to plan for the amount of food we need to order. Maria Galvao will be coordinating our volunteers for the evening, so if you would like to contribute half an hour of your time at the event, please get in touch with her by phone (206-542-2079) or email: mgalvaousa@gmail.com
Race To Nowhere Below you will find two opportunities to see this movie again.
Tuesday, January 25, 7-9 pm, Seattle University, Pigott Building Auditorium
Free. You must register here by January 21.
Thursday, February 10, at 7 pm
Stroum Jewish Community Center, Mercer Island
For tickets, go to communityofmindfulparents.com (Scroll down)
We First Make Our Habits, And Then Our Habits Make Us We would like to remind you that Scrip programs are an easy way to support SWS while making your everyday purchases. Tapping into this otherwise lost income is accomplished in two ways. The most profitable way is for you to make it a habit to use scrip in your weekly grocery shopping. Currently we benefit from the generous PCC Scrip program which gives us 5% of your purchases. The second way is to go through a portal that links to our school every time you make an online purchase. Go to onecause.com, register an account linking you to SWS, and make a habit of using that portal to access thousands of venues: Amazon, Nordstrom, L.L. Bean, Lands' End, Ebay, HP, Dell, and more.
When you come to the school for recommitment days, ask in the office to purchase a reloadable PCC scrip card.
Currently, 15% of our families are involved in the PCC program, which last year generated over $10,000 for the school. We received another $3,600 through other vendors. Our goal is $17,500 this year, which supports the general operating budget. All income over that figure goes to the Parent Association. Imagine 100% of our families developing the habit of capturing dollars we already spend. Brad Keefe & Jim Krantz
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 International Exchange Program SaraMae (grade 11) returned from her semester at Libre École Rudolf Steiner near Paris and brought along her exchange partner, Iris, who will join our grade 11 for a couple of months. Welcome!
After-School Sports Practices are in full swing for our basketball team.They have their first game under their belt, and another one scheduled for this Saturday afternoon.
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 Traffic Safety Reminders Please remember to
- walk FACING traffic on 100th Street
- drive slowly as you enter the parking lot
- respect the right-of-way as you re-enter traffic on 100th
to avoid accidents. Thank you very much for your help in keeping everyone safe.
Click here to read the City Ordinance re walking in the roadway. (Scroll down)
Lost & Found Please check the Lost & Found bin (the wicker chest in the lobby, right inside the door) regularly for items that may belong to your family. The chest tends to fill up quickly!
After-School Activities Coming Up
Middle School Spring Ultimate Frisbee is Right Around the Corner - Register By 2/4! Spring Middle School Ultimate Frisbee is fast approaching! This proves to be an exiting season. This year we will officially be joining forces with Bright Water to form one 5th/6th grade team and one 7th/8th grade team.
We also have a great team of new and returning coaches with an abundant supply of Ultimate expertise and coaching experience.
We hope to see all of last year's players as well as many new faces this Spring.
Registration forms will be e-mailed to grade 5 through 8 families soon. Fee TBD.
Important Dates:
Registration Deadline - Friday, February 4
Practices - March through mid-May, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 pm, Meadowbrook Park
Saturday Practices - February 26 and March, 9-11 am, Location TBD
Games - Saturdays, March 19 through May 21
Spring Reign Tournament (7th/8th grade team only) - All day, Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1, Burlington, WA
Our coaches:
Gary Schimek, Bright Water parent, 2009/2010 Bright Water Ultimate assistant coach, coaching experience in a variety of sports
Larry Uhlman, SWS parent, retired Ultimate player and UPA Nationals Master Champion, Nathan Hale Ultimate program conditioning coach for past 10 years, high school teacher
Giora Proskurowski, SWS parent, retired Ultimate player and UPA Nationals Open Champion
Rene Dubay, SWS parent, played as a practice player on NaughtyBear and Shazam Ultimate teams, and played on a regionally competitive women's ultimate team, assistant SWS coach for four years
David Steiner, SWS parent, assisted last year's SWS team
Mark Smith, SWS parent, played Ultimate in college intramurals
Jump Rope Class A five-week session of Jump Rope classes will be offered again this year for grades 2-6 on Wednesdays, starting March 9, from 3:15-4:45 in Huckleberry Hall. During these fun-filled classes, students will be taught a variety of jump rope techniques catered to their skill level. Students will be taught single rope, partner skills, double dutch and much more! The fee is $66 payable in advance, and jump ropes are provided for the class. If you wish to purchase a jump rope for your child for practicing at home, please add $4. Space will be limited, so sign up early to reserve a spot. The registration forms are available in the grade school office.
Joyce and Jesse Bica return to SWS as instructors. Jesse is a grand national and world-champion member of the Hot Dog USA Jump Rope Team. The Hot Dog Team has traveled around the world performing and teaching jump rope skills to thousands of students and adults. The Hot Dog Team has been featured on over 30 different television shows, such as Bill Nye the Science Guy, Good Morning America, ESPN, and Fox Sports. They have led hundreds of jump rope workshops and have performed at various events.
For other jump rope opportunities in the area, please visit jumpropechamps.com.
Circus Class Session 1 will begin on Monday, March 7, 3:15 - 4:15 pm. The five week series is open to grades 2 - 4 and costs $50. Space is limited, so register early in the grade school office.
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Japanese Assembly On Friday, February 4, from 8:40 to 9:10 am students from grade 1 through 5 will be performing songs, poems, stories, and skits in Japanese for each other and their parents.Grade 5 - U.S. Snail Mail Race Just before the break, grade 5 received a letter from a fifth grader in Sleepy Hollow, New York, requesting participation in the "GREAT MAIL RACE". The idea is to write to a fifth grade class in each of the 50 United States. The class VERY enthusiastically decided to take up the challenge. Each child  will write a letter to one (or two) schools in the U.S.Grade 3 - Taking The School's Measure Third graders can be found measuring distances all over the school, by counting their steps or with lengths of string.
Grade 1 - Cool Dads Grade 1 dads are planning a polar bear plunge in January as a male bonding experience - brrr...
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This section provided as a free service to the SWS community.
Sound Circle Center Offerings:
1. Evolution Of Human Consciousness
Saturdays in January, 9-10:30 am, Seattle Waldorf Grade School, Huckleberry HallWith Jenny Foster, Nettie Fabrie, and Betsy Weill
"From as far as the stars, to here where we stand..." begins a Waldorf classroom verse.
Through eurythmy movements and a presentation of Steiner's ideas, you will be introduced to the grand gestures that describe the path of development of the human being from ancient times to the present.
Jan. 15: Entering the Earthly Realm
Jan. 22: The Gifts of Ancient Civilizations
Jan. 29: From Plato to the Post-Modern Present
Open to the public, $10 per session
2. Introduction to Anthroposophy
Saturdays, 9-10:30 am, Seattle Waldorf Grade School, Huckleberry Hall These lectures are open to the public on a drop-in basis. You are welcome to join the Foundation Year students for these upcoming themes:
February 5: The Beginning of Life: Embryology with Johanna Steegmans
February 12: Rudolf Steiner's Biography I with Michael Soulé
March 5: Rudolf Steiner's Biography II with Michael Soulé$10 per lecture
3. The Flame of Love: the Legend of Tristan and Iseult
Saturday, February 26th, 8 pm, Bathhouse Theater by Greenlake Love, passion, magic and death ... the story that enchanted an Age, told by Patrick Ball and Shira Kammen.
$20/adults, $18/seniors/children. Click here for more information.
Ripples, Sound Circle's new quarterly newsletter, is now available online.Sound Circle will begin its eighth Foundation Year in September, 2011.
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New Dates: Parenting With Awareness - Cultivating Emotional Balance On The Spiritual Path Of Parenting
Thursdays, January 13, 20, 27 and February 3, 10, 17 from 10 am - 12 pmWe will explore how meditation deepens our capacity for wisdom and compassion in our relationships while building a supportive community. Parents with no prior meditation experience are welcomed as well as those with an established practice. Cost $240 (or $210 if you sign up with a friend). Registration online at campselfdiscovery.com or email luci@campselfdiscovery.com. Course facilitated by Lucianne Hackbert, PhD (grade 2 and Briar Rose parent).
Seattle Family Dance
Sunday, January 16, 3-5 pm at the Phinney Neighborhood Center-Community Hall.This month Sherry Nevins teaches dances to music provided by Amy Carroll and Miche Baker Harvey. Come and join the fun! Simple dances will be taught to kids 10 and under and their families.
SFS/PNA Members: $5 per person, $15 per family; all others $6 per person, $18 per family.
Find the Community Hall at 6532 Phinney Ave N., Seattle and go into the brick building using the the lower parking lot entry.
More info: Rosemary parent Clare Woolgrove clare@seattlerolfer.com or seattledance.org/family
Family in Wallingford Looking for a Part-Time Nanny
to care for our 15 month-old daughter 2-3 mornings a week and 1-2 afternoons. Days are flexible. If interested, please contact Katherine at kathdewitt@gmail.com.
For Sale
American girl doll and many other cool accessories, including a horse! Please call Betsy (527-1949) or email at: beeweill@gmail.com. We can send you some photos to view.
Free Bunk beds, somewhat rustic, stained dark brown, do not include the mattresses. Free to the person who wants or needs them. Call Shelly at 206-365-2366.
Rising Stars Business Opportunity
We are writing to regional Waldorf schools to announce a business opportunity, the sale of Rising Stars Children's Store on Phinney Ridge in Seattle. After seven years owning & growing the business, we need to go onto new challenges, having learned much from the business, the customers, and from the communities we serve. Rising Stars was founded by caring folks from the Waldorf community. Therefore, we would like to offer this opportunity first to area Waldorf families. If you are interested in learning more about the sale, please contact Elonna at 206-778-2103, or via email at risingstarsllc@comcast.net. Elonna & Jay, Rising Stars Children's Store
Foodies Drive Thru Organic Grocery And Espresso
Child forgot her lunch? Call us! We are a Waldorf family who just opened an ORGANIC DRIVE THROUGH GROCERY STORE serving organic espresso on Lake City Way and NE 141st St, North Seattle. We sell diapers, snacks and basic groceries, with vegan and gluten free options. We also serve coconut quinoa, veggies, beans and brown rice. Waldorf friendly! Order online, call or just show up. DELIVERY AVAILABLE. Receive a free latte, string cheese, or juice box when you mention this ad. See you at Foodies! 206-794-6562 Aureole and Russ Shulman
Buy Certified Organic Raw Cow's Milk From Washington State
Join our buying group and have this delicious, nutritious, creamy raw milk delivered every other week right next door to the grade school, ready for you to pick up.
Visit the Pride and Joy website for product and ordering information. Our location is titled "U District/Lake City" on the schedule. Order by 12:00 pm (noon) Saturday for Wednesday pick up!
We are hosting this delivery site for Pride and Joy Dairy. Feel free to call us with questions: 206-729-2534. The dairy is working to provide butter, cream, and cheese in the future. Tim Love and Lisa Wolfe
Want To Live Close To SWS?
Our lovely home is located literally just around the corner from SWS at 10060 Ravenna Ave NE. Enjoy the convenience of walking to/from school and school events. Total of 4 bedrooms, 2 ¾ bath, large living spaces and large yard with a swing set. There is a separate one bedroom, one bath, full kitchen cottage in the back that can be used as a rental, home office or guest house. We would love for this house to stay in the SWS community. See more details and lots of pictures here.
Marie's Cleaning Services
Marie, mother of Teo in the Lupines preschool, offers house-cleaning services - weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, and special occasions - Thorough and detail-oriented, eco-products (or your own favorites), home laundry services - Excellent references. Call 206-734-7912 or e-mail mariegizard@gmail.com.
Trade Offered: I am the parent of a former SWS student and a professional musician, currently Co-Principal Flute with Seattle Festival Orchestra. What I have to offer: music instruction in Flute (all ages, all levels). I also teach lessons for beginning Piano and Harp. What I need: help with gardening/yard maintenance and simple painting and cleaning projects. Please contact Roberta Montana @ 206-783-8705 or 206-595-9134.
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Mission
We educate our students to be free human beings who impart purpose and meaning to their lives, who meet life with courage, and respond with initiative and creativity to the needs of the world and their fellow human beings. |
Links
For information on Waldorf teacher training and other course offerings, visit www.soundcircle.org
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Connection is published bi-weekly when school is in session.
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