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GOOD THINGS ARE HAPPENING!
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Journey School Newsletter
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June 13, 2012
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JOURNEY SCHOOL TEACHERS 2012-2013
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Teachers are at the heart of any great school. Journey School values its teachers tremendously; and, we understand we must support them in important ways. We launched the Waldorf Master's Degree/Certification program in partnership with Rudolph Steiner College in 2011. To earn their graduate degrees, teachers spend about 3 weeks each summer at Rudolf Steiner College, along with year-round seminars, webinars, and weekend workshops at Journey School.
The Journey School website has been updated with all new biographies for the 2012-2013 school year. Administration pages have also been added to the website. We are pleased to announce Patti Connolly will be serving as Co-Educational Director with Bonnie River next year.
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FINALIST IN CHANGEMAKER COMPETITION
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Developed by our Education Director, Bonnie River, our Compassionate Campus program uses the power of student-to-student interactions to build real-life skills that cultivate empathy.
The field of 15 finalists for the Activating Empathy: Transforming Schools to Teach What Matters competition (Ashoka Changemakers), has been reduced to just a handful and Journey School is still in the running! While we hope to win a grant, just getting this far is an accomplishment and reflects well on our collective work, students, and campus. THANK YOU!
Thanks also to all those who voted for a special award. We will announce results as soon as we know.
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The talent show was a great success and our students' talents were highlighted in the Aliso Viejo Patch article entitled Students Sing, Dance and Toe Whistle for Talent Show! Thank you to Linda McGee, Diana Corbo, Jon Heneveld and all the parents and students for planning and sharing your many talents. A special thanks to volunteer parent Nirzhar Pradhan of Pradhan Studios for his collection of black and white photos of the event.
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Thank you to everyone who turned out for our Volunteer Appreciation Lunch and to our volunteers who couldn't join us. Your dedication and hard work immeasurably enriches our school.
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Our ecoliteracy program was featured on the California Charter School Association blog. The Parent Cabinet voted to invest $5000 in the school's valuable environmental education program and all of our outdoor classrooms for the 2012/13 school year.
- $1500 annual supplies to include mulch, soil, tools, seeds, plants, etc. (Supplies may be used in Green Heart, Native Garden, 3rd Grade and Kindy)
- $350 Install irrigation lines to three new kindergarten trees (Irrigation installed by Angel Pena)
- $1150 Erik and Brad's proposal to secure garden planter boxes from critters with wire and bamboo and to hire a professional to install an electrical outlet on exterior of building.
- $1000 3rd grade garden enhancement. Critter protection and planter box repairs.
- $1000 Kindy yard enhancement
The Garden Crew has set a loose schedule to gather on Tuesday mornings during the summer around 8am to keep our outdoor classrooms healthy and ready for students in the fall. We welcome all volunteers -- whether you have a green thumb or not.
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For more information about these events and more, check the calendar on JourneySchool.net.
LAST DAYS OF SCHOOL
Thursday, June 14th - Rainbow Bridge Ceremony 10:00am; 5th Grade Play 6:00pm
Friday, June 15th - Last day of School; Goodbye Ceremony (handshakes); Minimum Day; PC Popsicle Party and Picnic
Saturday, June 16th - Painting Party 9am-2pm (class specific)
Sunday, June 17th - 8th Grade Returns
Monday, June 18th - 8th Graduation 7:00pm
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Thursday, June 14th - 10amThe Kindergarten promotion ceremony is a touching milestone in a young child's life. As each child bids farewell to their Kindergarten teacher and 'crosses' the rainbow bridge to their new 1st grade teacher, they leave the protected shelter of the Kindergarten to enter the academic grades with anticipation, ready to be more focused and grounded in their learning. Read more on our Major Festivals page.
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| Parent Cabinet will be hosting a Popsicle party and Togo's lunch fundraiser on Thursday at 12:30pm. The entire community is invited to bring a picnic, pick up some sandwiches, and join us on the front lawn for a relaxing end of the school year celebration. |
Journey School is thrilled to welcome new families who are joining our community next year. Everyone is working hard to prepare: class rosters are being built, teachers are beginning to prep, social outreach is being planned. Time is running out for those of you who still have outstanding paperwork. In order to secure your spot, please return all documents by the end of next week. If your paperwork is pending a medical appointment, please email info@journeyschool.net and let us know when you expect to have your registration file complete.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES (Not sponsored by Journey School)
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Head ~ Heart ~ Art with Ushi
Enjoy knitting, crocheting, basket weaving, silk painting, watercolor painting, basic sewing, felting, and felt dying this summer in a handwork class taught by our very own, Ushi Friebauer.
Adult classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Dates, times and crafts depend on interest. Childcare is available upon request.
Classes will also be offered for children ages 9-12 form 9am to 12pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. Dates TBD. Light healthy snack provided.
For more information please contact Ushi at friebauers@sbcglobal.net.
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Summer String Program for Journey School
Thursday Afternoons in August (August 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30)
3:30-4:30PM Beginning Violin
The new player will become familiar with the instrument and learn simple folk songs. The home coach (usually a parent, who may or may not play an instrument) is encouraged to attend with the player. In addition to an appropriately sized instrument, the players need a notebook. Students will memorize their songs. Daily short practices will reinforce the many precise skills needed to play successfully. LIMIT 10 COST $25
4:45-5:45PM Fiddling
This group is an inclusive, non-performance group designed for players with or without reading skills. Players should be able to play simple songs. You can expect to learn a new fiddle tune each week. Guitars, Bohdrans, etc. and new songs will be welcome. Advanced technique is not required. Be prepared to move to the music. LIMIT 20 COST $15
6:00-7:00PM String Orchestra
Players able to read simple music are invited to join a summer orchestra to play simple music in harmony. This is an appropriate time for a player familiar with violin to try viola or cello. Players must make arrangements for their own instruments. Music is chosen for a more relaxed summer schedule. LIMIT 20 COST $15
7:15-8:15 Chamber Music
Intermediate to advanced players will be placed into small groups and assigned music appropriate for their group. The groups will be coached and will perform for each other. Players should be able to read fluently and play in several different keys. Third position is optional. LIMIT 10 COST $25
All groups will meet in the Journey School Music Room. Mail registration to:
Jan Poth 413 Calle Pueblo (off Presidio) San Clemente, CA 92672 949 922-6388
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A great yogi is coming to town the weekend of June 22-24 from The School of Royal Yoga. She will be giving a workshop titled "Navigating a Stressful World" at Awakenings Bookstore on June 22nd from 7-9 pm, 25260 La Paz Road, Ste D, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
On June 23rd at 1:30 pm, the Multidimensional Healing Center in Irvine is offering a workshop titled "The Silver Lining: Find Joy and Opportunity in Life's Changes." 18271 McDurmott West, Suite H, Irvine, CA 92614
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