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COME AS STRANGERS, STAY AS FAMILY
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Journey School 8th graders greeted each new 1st grader with a friendly smile and a warm embrace at last week's Rose Ceremony which kicked off Journey's 16th year as Orange County's only Public Waldorf Charter School. 
After the Rose Ceremony, following tradition, parents and staff formed a human arch as students paraded excitedly to their new classrooms.
A big thank you to The Pradhan Studios for capturing the special moments.
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MANY HANDS MAKE THINGS HAPPEN
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It's the synergistic work of committed parents, caring and capable teachers, and dedicated staff that keeps the engine humming at Journey School. That's why every family commits to pitching in. Over the summer, parent volunteers showed up each Wednesday to tend our 7 gardens.
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Anna Brown waters corn in the 3rd grade garden
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Earlier this month, 3rd grade teacher, Arias Collins, and Earthroots Field School Director, Jodi Levine, harvested ears of corn that will be dried and used for grinding in a 3rd grade grain cooking project. As our Green Partner, Earthroots helps to weave Eco-Literacy throughout the curriculum.
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KEEPING STUDENTS MEDIA SAFE
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Erin McNeill, President of Media Literacy Now, the leading national advocacy organization for media literacy policy, applauds Journey School for its "media-free" campus. Additionally, "Media Literacy," which encompasses this topic, is taught at Journey in 8th grade; so students have an understanding and appreciation for the school's media policy.
Diana Graber, founder of Journey's Cyber Civics program and of CyberWise, encourages parents to monitor their children's devices closely. Although Journey School will continue to offer the Copilot Family app, your own cellphones and computers also offer excellent Parental Controls and Safety Settings. Click here for Mrs. Graber's Back-to-School Night handout (intended for adult viewers only).
Additionally, Mrs. Graber supports Journey's dress code policy as another vehicle to keep students protected from consumerism. Check out these articles from the Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood website:
For more resources on children and consumerism, see these links:
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RAISING THE BAR ON INVISIBLE FUNDRASING
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Anyone who shops can help Journey raise thousands of dollars just by doing what you're already doing! Here are some ways you (and your loved ones) can earn money for the school, without spending an extra dime:
- Register your Target Red Card and we'll get 1% back on all your purchases. Plus, you still get your 5%!
- Use your smart phone to buy electronic gift cards while you shop by downloading the Benefit Mobile app. A percentage goes to Journey.
- Snap a pic of your receipt using the Communities for a Cause app.
- Purchase Shop with Scrip gift cards from Parent Cabinet.
Visit the PC Website for details on our Invisible Fundraising campaign.
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HARVEST FAIRE "MEET & GREET"
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Harvest Faire is November 14 and we need all hands on deck! Come learn about one of Journey's largest annual fundraising events while meeting new friends and parent leaders at Parent Cabinet's "Meet & Greet" on Wed. 9/23 from 9-11am in the MPR. View the invitation.
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RECRUITING HANDWORK HELPERS
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Know how to tie a knot? Cut a square? Thread a needle? Roll a ball of yarn? Or read with an engaging, loud voice? If you said "YES" to any of these... YOU can help a child in Handwork! Join us for a Handwork Helper's Q & A on Weds., Sept 23 & 30 from 11-12:15. RSVP to Ms. Sylvia by 9/22 & 29.
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EURYTHMY FOR PARENTS ON 9/24
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Would you like to experience the unique and refreshing movement art called Eurythmy? All adults are invited to join visiting Eurythmy teacher, Amanda Bohrman, to see what Journey Kindergarten through Grade 4 students are learning. Ms. Bohrman will lead an adult-only lesson on Thurs. 9/24 from 7-8:30pm in the MPR. Read more about Eurythmy here.
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THE OAK & THE ACORN WORKSHOPS
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Tuesday, September 29, 10:00-12:30
- Herbs for Nutrition and Immunity Workshop, Tasting, and Making with Shana from Sage Country Herbs
Saturday, October 3rd "First Saturday Workshops"
- Metal Working with Lily 9:00-2:00 drop-in class
- Fairy Gardens with Helena 9:00-2:00 drop-in class
- Felt Wee Folk Doll-making with Johanna 9:30-12:30
Register for classes online on the "Workshops" page of the store website or sign-up in the store on Tuesdays-Fridays 8:30-1:30
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AFTER SCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES
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After School Volleyball started for Middle School students today and will continue for the next 5 weeks culminating in a tournament with local Waldorf Schools. The remaining after school classes begin next week. Don't delay in registering! We've added new offerings to the Wednesday line-up:
- Guitar: Now offered on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- Chess: Starts Wed. 9/30. Interested students are invited to a free demo class on Wed. 9/23.
Journey School facilitates the after school classes, we do not manage them; each provider is responsible for all aspects of the class. Visit our website to learn more and to sign up directly with the providers.
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- Thurs. 9/24, Eurythmy for Parents, 7-8:30pm
- Tues. 9/29, Herbs for Nutrition & Immunity Workshop, 10-12:30
- 10/3 - First Saturday Workshops. Sign up here.
- 10/5-9 - Class Pictures
- 10/7 - Parent Cabinet Meeting, 9am
- 10/7, 14 & 27 - "Supporting Our Children Through Puberty" offered by Journey Education Director, Patti Connolly, at WSOC, 7-8:30
- 7/8 - "Simplicity in the Home" Parent Workshop, 1:15-2:45pm, Kindy-1st Grade Parents
- 10/16-19 - No School
- 11/11 - Veteran's Day
- 11/14 - Harvest Faire, 11am-5pm
- 11/23 -27 - Thanksgiving Break
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