Every three years, the Waldorf School of Garden City hosts a special Gala celebration. This upcoming May, on the evening of Friday the 14th, 400 guests will gather at the Milleridge Cottage in Jericho, New York, for this community event. The evening will honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the School and beyond.  The theme for this year's gala, "Reaching for the Stars," embraces our school-logo and reflects the ideals of our School.  Proceeds from the event will benefit both School operations and replacement of windows in the pre-school.

 

"Our Gala is a tribute to the many people who have made important contributions to the Waldorf School," said Trustee and Gala Dinner Co-Chair Scott A. Williams '85. Joining Mr. Williams as co-chairs are Stephen '83 and Sophia '85 Pisano as well as Honorary Co-Chairs Jeffrey and Janet Kane. "It is an opportunity to honor our School's heritage and to celebrate the spirit of

our entire School community," said Mr. Williams.

 

A dedicated group of volunteers are busy collecting sponsorships, silent auction items, and journal ads, as well as setting the evening's decor. We are actively approaching local businesses and individuals from the community for sponsorships, journal ads, support, or goods/services for the silent auction. Artwork, sporting, or cultural event tickets are wonderful items for our auction.  To find out how you might donate these items, and for more information, contact Marjorie P. Jean-Paul at (516) 742-3434 ext. 124 or via email at mjeanpaul@waldorfgarden.org.

Is there a neighbor, a friend or a relative who might be interested in the Waldorf School?  Please feel free to inform them about our upcoming All School Open House on Sunday, February 7th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Visitors can meet our teachers, tour our school and see student work on display.  This is a wonderful chance to take an in-depth look at our school and our curriculum.

 

With over 900 graduates, imagine the positive impact every alum can make in our ongoing outreach efforts.  We appreciate your continued support and commitment to the Waldorf School of Garden City!

 

For more information or to learn more about the admissions process, please contact Carol Proctor at (516) 742-3434 ext. 129 or via email at proctorc@waldorfgarden.org.

 

 

 

Dedicated to bringing complex math materials to students, the Math League is a monthly competition designed to stimulate interest and confidence in mathematics. Click here to read more.

 

For many students around the country, Monday, January 18th was a day to sleep-in, play, and enjoy a day-off from school. But for a group of 65 students from the Waldorf School of Garden City (along with their parents, teachers, and friends from Adelphi University's men's lacrosse team) the holiday was an opportunity to serve their community and honor the life and teachings of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Click here to read more and see the photos.

 

 

 

The Alumni/ae and Varsity Basketball games were held on Saturday, January 16th.  In the Alumni vs. Boys Varsity Game, the Alumni Team won the game 62-58.  Our thanks to Marcus Boyd '04, Leonardo Bruno '07,  Michael Butigian '07, Tarik Carney '02, Daniel Lindsay '09, Joseph Macedonia '07, Charles Rawlins '07, Alejandro Roca '94, Harsimran Sewak '07, Kush Shukla '02, and Charles Smith '01 for participating.  In the Alumnae vs. Girls Varsity Game, the Girls Varsity Team won 37 to 19.  Our thanks to Anna-Barbara (Brechbühl) Churchill '84, Danielle Gill '05, Barbara (Costello) Lyons '76, Claire Lyons '07, Netrasaai Sarnkingthong '09, and Taisha Thomas '09.

Speaking of basketball, the Boys and Girls Varsity Basketball Teams will be traveling to Phoenixville, Pennsylvania for the upcoming Waldorf Schools Basketball Tournament at the Kimberton Waldorf School.  If you live in the Philadelphia area, consider joining athletic director Paul LeSueur and the school's basketball coaches Susan Braun and Joe McMahon as we cheer our boys' and girls' varsity teams against other Waldorf and Steiner schools from the Northeast.  For directions to the Kimberton Waldorf School, click here.

 

Complete the following sentence: 

 

Congratulations to Peter A. Zimmerman '78, the winner of the November trivia question, for his answer "I will pray."

 

Thank you to all who responded.  We received correct responses from:

 

Answer January's Trivia Question for your chance to win a $25 Barnes and Noble Gift Certificate.

"Green Grow the Rushes Ho" is a popular folk song that was first printed in English County Songs: Words and Music by Lucy Etheldred Broadwood and J. A. Fuller-Maitland.  It has been sung by hundreds of alumni and families at numerous assemblies in Garden City and around the fire-pit at Camp Glen Brook for years and year.  (A few alums might remember singing this song "as a race" against the piano accompaniment, which was always graciously performed by Mrs. Resnick.)  The first verse includes a line for the number one; the second verse includes a line for two and then the line for one; and so on.  There are twelve verses in all.

 

So, for the month of January (and without looking it up on Google!  Remember, we're all on our honor here!), who can answer this question:  "What is your one Ho?"

 

Send your response in an email to ingenitor@waldorfgarden.org.