The Thursday Know

December 10, 2015

CELEBRATING THE SEASONS

Miss Wilde_s 1st Graade Chalkboard Drawing

1st Grade Chalkboard Drawing by Miss Wilde

We look forward to celebrating the change of seasons at the Winter Spiral Walk that will take place tomorrow evening (12/11) at 5:15pm for Kindergarten. Grades 1-8 students' Spiral Walk will take place in the MPR on 12/15-17 during school hours. Read about Spiral Walk on our blog.

MATH IS AS EASY AS PIE

7th and 8th graders put their math skills to work this week during their Sweetie Pie business where they sold and prepared over 500 pies and fillings. We want to thank the numerous parents who made the experience possible and the Pradhan Studios for capturing the action:

A "BALANCED" EDUCATION

As part of a "balance" block in our Games classes, Miss Joy recently introduced Rolla Bolla and slack lines. Rolla Bolla is a classic circus skill used in circuses around the world that builds agility and balance, as well as confidence. It's also a lot of fun! Next week a tight rope will be set up.

STANFORD STUDY ON PUBLIC WALDORF

A Stanford Graduate School of Education study, "Growing a Waldorf-Inspired Approach in a Public School District," details how Waldorf-inspired instruction can lead to strong student outcomes. Read more here.

SANTA LUCIA DAY FOR GRADE 2

The 2nd grade curriculum brings lessons of inspiring individuals in history who dedicated their lives to a higher purpose. The students will soon celebrate the life of Lucia, an Italian woman known for her kindness and love. In the Santa Lucia Procession, 2nd graders visit the grades' classes singing the traditional Lucia song and delivering sweet rolls. Read more about the 2nd grade curriculum on our website.

PICK UP SWEETIE PIES ON FRIDAY

Pick up your Sweetie Pies tomorrow (Fri, 12/11) at drop off. The freezer trailer located near the front of school leaves tomorrow afternoon and we will be unable to store pies. Leftovers will be forfeited. Thank you for supporting the middle school field trip fund.

STORE WIDE SALE NEXT WEEK

The Oak and the Acorn is pleased to announce that EVERYTHING in the Store (with the exception of consignment items) will be ON SALE! Shop for holiday gifts and enjoy 15% off of your purchase from Dec. 15-18. As always, all profits are donated to the Journey School Foundation.

FAIRY MARKET GRATITUDE

Students delighted in purchasing holiday treasures at this week's Fairy Market thanks to the many parents who crafted gifts and volunteered for the Parent Cabinet fundraiser. A parent captured the images below: