| Parent Perspective |
Kurt Steinert, board member, father
to Emmett (Grade 3) and Ila Pearl (Kindergarten)
My son runs to class in the morning. As soon as we park the car, he is out the door and on his way - he can't wait. My daughter, who is now in kindergarten, cries if she can't go to school because we have a snow day. I remember as a child resenting having to go to school, and praying for snow days. What an amazing contrast. When I see how happy they are to be in school, how much they want to be learning, how much they love their teachers, I know we made the right decision.
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| In the News |
Investigative reporter Matt Richtel researched the impact technology in the classroom has had on test scores and other factors, and comes to some interesting conclusions. Read more.
"Reading Is Elemental: How to Preserve the Humanities" in Sep/Oct Harvard Magazine
This exquisitely written piece probes all of the important ways of "reading" the world, and is a delightful, reinforcement of Waldorf education. Read more.
Click here to read the current issue of AWSNA Inform.
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| This and That |
Call for Old Needles & Yarn!
The Princeton-based community mental health agency AAMH (All Access Mental Health, on Alexander Road) was flooded with three feet of water during Hurricane Irene. The therapeutic knitting/crocheting program (run by me) lost all its supplies in the flood. If anyone has old, forgotten knitting needles, crochet hooks, or yarn they are not using (particularly acrylic), I am collecting supplies to donate to get the knitting group back on its feet. Items can be placed in a bag labeled "Joanne" outside the 4th grade classroom. I'm using this opportunity to tidy up my own supply cupboard!
-Joanne Pawelko, WSP parent
Private Cello Lessons
Sara Bennett Wolfe ('98) has openings in her cello studio for students age 5 to adult. Sara holds a master's degree in cello and Suzuki pedagogy from the Cleveland Institute of Music, and has many years experience teaching all levels, from beginners through college cello majors. She is currently a doctoral student in cello performance at Rutgers University, and performs frequently throughout the tristate area. If you are interested in lessons for yourself or your child, Sara can be reached at 812-219-3300 or sarabennettwolfe@gmail.com.
With Gratitude from
the Bolis Family
We are truly grateful to the Waldorf School of Princeton community for the outpouring of friendship that we experienced during Giorgio's recent illness and death on July 9. When we moved to the U.S. 11 years ago, Giorgio was determined to send his children to a Waldorf school, and now his firm belief in the deep wisdom of anthroposophy has become and will remain another great gift that he has given to us, his wife and children, and that is the loving home that we have found in this community.
-Linda, Nadia '02,
and Daniel '08 Bolis
Apartment for Rent?
One of our teachers is looking for a one bedroom apartment to rent for the upcoming year. If you have a lead to such an apartment, please e-mail nlemmo@princetonwaldorf.org. |
| Save the Date |
Annual WSP Dads' Night
Fri., Nov. 4, 7-10 p.m.
Location TBA
Grade School & Early
Childhood Open House
Sat., Nov. 5, 10 a.m.-Noon
Common Ground Presents:
Bullying: It's Not Just
"Joking Around."
Can It Be Stopped?
With Jodee Blanco
Thurs., Nov. 10, 7:30-9 p.m.
The Hun School of Princeton
School Photo Make-Up Day
Tues., Nov. 15
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| From the Office |
School Directories
Directories have been distributed to your children's teachers. If you have not received yours, please stop by the registrar's desk in the Golden House.
Faculty E-mails
All faculty (other than assistants) now have "Princeton Waldorf" e-mail addresses; to contact a faculty member, use their first initial and last name@princetonwaldorf.org.
The school is closed Monday, October 10,
for Columbus Day.
Welcome, New Assistants!
We warmly welcome our new assistants this year: Piers Duffell, Daniel Kane, Sanela Solak, and Vera Vester. Thank you for all that you do for our children!
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| Halloween Walk Canceled |
We are sad to announce that the Halloween Walk will not take place this year. The Three Bears' House is being renovated for Goldilocks's future visits, in the hopes that she will find everything "just right."
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Garden to Table: Eighth graders worked with Lovin' Oven owner and head chef Julie Klein to turn the last of our late-summer harvest into a delicious meal.
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SCHOOL EVENTS
"Waldorf Education for All": A Film
Tuesday, October 11, 7:30 p.m.
Hagens Hall
Produced by Princeton's own Hagens Recording Studio, this film explores what it is like to be a student in one of four Waldorf-inspired charter schools in California--an authentic statement of what is possible in American education. 42 min.
Co-sponsored by the Parent Council.
Common Ground Meeting Thursday, October 20, 8:30 a.m. Hagens Hall
Sample EC Class for New Families
Friday, October 21, 1:30-2:45 p.m.
Registration required.
Contact admissions@princetonwaldorf.org to sign up.
Seventh Grade Rummage Sale
Saturday, October 22, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Rain or Shine!
Proceeds support next year's eighth grade trip.
Click here for more information.
Cross-Country Meet: WSP Wildcats vs. Newtown Friends, Lewis, & Chapin Monday, October 24, 3:30 p.m. Come support our Wildcats at their final home meet of the season!
Eurythmy Spring Valley Performances Wednesday, October 26
9:15 a.m.: "The Flea and Little Louse" (EC-Grade 2)
11:15 a.m.: "The Goose Girl at the Well" (Grades 3-8)
After the second performance, there will be a brief pause allowing the students in grades 3-5 to return to their classrooms. Students in grades 6-8 will then stay for 2 tone eurythmy pieces.
"The Soul of Discipline":
A Lecture and Workshop with Kim John Payne
Friday & Saturday, November 18-19, Times TBA
Hagens Hall; $25 for WSP Families
More information will be available as the date draws closer, but space will be limited, so register now by e-mailing events@princetonwaldorf.org.
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Welcome back to the Sheen family, who enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Israel this past year.
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SCHOOL NEWS
Scrip Update from Marian Seliquini
With cold, wet weather on the way, it is time to stock up on the proper clothing and gear. Shop through scrip, and you'll also help raise money for our school! Gift cards to Land's End, L.L. Bean, and numerous other national retailers are available for purchase. The school receives 3-20% back from these sales. There are three easy ways to purchase scrip: For Grab and Go scrip cards, stop by Monday mornings in front of the Golden House, 8:35-9:15, or Wednesday mornings, 8:30-9:30, in the school store (Golden House kitchen). We keep many retailers in our regular inventory, including Land's End, L.L. Bean, ShopRite, and Whole Foods, as well as local businesses Whole Earth, jaZams, and Nomad Pizza. Pick up an order form in the lobby of the Golden House, fill it out, and leave it with payment in the lock box. You can also find the order form online on the school's website. We'll make arrangements to deliver the order to you. You may also e-mail your order to me at scrip@princetonwaldorf.org. We'll make arrangements for payment and delivery. Finally, why not consider the convenience of a standing order? This is a great way to use scrip for your regular grocery shopping. The scrip program accepts cash, checks, and money orders. Credit cards are accepted for orders over $500. Visit www.glscrip.com to see a complete list of participating retailers available for special order. Any questions? Send them to me. Thanks for your support!
Soup for Supper Comes Early This Year!
The fifth grade is stoking the fire and will be serving homemade soup by the quart from mid-October to mid-December. Look out for order forms soon.
You Can Now Follow Us on Twitter @NJWaldorf
Get reminders of events, last-minute announcements, and more by joining our growing network.
Target Program Reminder
If you have a Target REDcard, you could be contributing to WSP! Through its Take Charge of Education program, Target will donate 1% of all purchases made through their stores or website - and 1/2% of all purchases made elsewhere using a Target Visa - to whichever school you designate. To date, WSP has received more than $5,000 through this program! Click here for more details. And don't forget we offer Target scrip as well!
WSP's Holiday Online Auction - Call for Donations
As you may remember from your welcome packets this summer, the Waldorf School of Princeton will host an online auction starting November 25 (Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving) and ending December 9. We have received some beautiful and unique donations already and are getting excited about the offerings that will be available to holiday shoppers! Many thanks to those families who have donated so far! Our fundraising target for this event is $15,000, and we are asking each family to solicit or contribution two donations to the auction. Need help coming up with donation ideas? Consider the following: - Frequent flyer miles and vacation home stays have been very valuable at our auctions!
- Food items are also very popular. This can be in any conceivable form, from restaurant gift certificates to homemade desserts, to dinner at your house.
- The vendors and merchants that you frequent may be willing to donate. This is a great way for them to attract new customers!
- Donate items that you already own or donate a service provided by you.
The success of this event depends on you, and we are very thankful for your efforts! Please complete the donation form and drop off the forms and items to Marla Hanan at the Golden House by Friday, November 4. Questions? E-mail Amy Krause at amykrause@verizon.net.
Congratulations, Wildcats! A Note from Coach Sheen
The girls cross-country team won their first meet of the season, beating Stuart Country Day School on Monday, September 19. At 4 p.m. the whistle blew, the stopwatches were started, and close to fifty middle school runners set off on a 1.5 mile race around our campus. Our girls and boys were joined by a girls team from Stuart Country Day and a boys and girls team from Princeton Day School. It was a beautiful day befitting our first meet of the season. Mr. Kane and I were so proud of the team and all our runners for their efforts, commitment, and sportsmanship, which were outstanding. Well done, everyone, and thanks to all of our supporters. The sports schedule is here if you would like to join us for future meets. Fiona Crawford, seventh grade, led our very strong girls team to victory! Second place went to our own Ian McIntosh, fifth grade, who seemed to fly round the course, inspiring all our boys and the whole team to stick at it and finish strongly. They all did! Congratulations, Wildcats all.
School Store
Volunteers are needed for the Windy Hill School Store; we offer a 20% discount for volunteers in exchange for a commitment of one Wednesday a month setting up, assisting customers with their purchases, and breaking down. Please e-mail Marla Hanan at mhanan@princetonwaldorf.org if you would like to volunteer. Thanks to former parent Traci Zelinsky, the store's inventory will be restocked this month. There will be new SmartWool socks along with fun birthday and holiday items. Also, each month you can place special orders for items like kitchens and doll houses, which are too big for us to keep in stock. The catalogs will be available during store hours for you to peruse; orders will be placed on the third week of each month, so stop in early. You will be expected to pay after delivery is accepted. Store hours are Wednesdays, 8:30-10:00 a.m. |
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Spirit in Money: Responsibility, Sustainability,
and Money in Today's World
Monday, October 24
Green Meadow Waldorf School
Chestnut Ridge, NY
Workshops 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Panel Discussion 7 p.m.: The Emerging Ecosystem of Social Finance: Tools for Aligning Values and Money in an Otherwise Impenetrable Financial World. Click here for more details.
High Mowing Open House
Saturday, October 22, 10:00 a.m.
Wilton, NH
Learn more about the Waldorf high school for day and boarding students. Inspired and experiential learning. Tours, discussions, organic lunch, music, and more. Free event. Call Nadia by Oct 18 to reserve at 603-654-2391, x103, or e-mail her at nshahmehri@highmowing.org. Visit www.highmowing.org for more information.
Non-Violent Communication Practice Group
Thursdays, 8:45-10:15 a.m.
Orchard Farm (1052 Cherry Hill Rd.)
Non-Violent (Compassionate) Communication (NVC) is a consciousness. It helps us to remain in the moment, connected to one another, and aware of one another's feelings and needs. From this presence, we can better understand one another, thus resolving or preventing conflicts. We can use words or be silent, applying it at work, school, or home, with adults or children. If you would like to learn about and practice NVC, please join us on any Thursday. For more information about the Waldorf NVC Practice Group, contact Ondy Wasem: ondria@alum.mit.edu, 609-933-2994. For more information about NVC in general, go to www.cnvc.org.
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