Happy Valentine's Day!
All of the classes celebrated Valentine's Day this week. Children made and exchanged cards and crafted and displayed decorations, and celebrations were enjoyed all across campus!
We also celebrated the Lunar New Year and welcomed the year of the Fire Horse.
We wish you all a restful and enjoyable long weekend. We will see you on Wednesday, February 18.
Block Rotations This Month
Morning Glory: Valentine's Day crafts and circle
Lavender Rose: Valentine's Day crafts and circle
White Rose: The Queen Bee story and Valentine's Day crafts
Grade 1: Mathematics and the Four Processes
Grade 2: The King of Ireland's Son story and Language Arts
Grade 3: Mathematics and Cooking
Grade 4/5: North American Geography
Grade 6: Medieval History and Play Practice (Robin Hood)
Grade 7/8: Chemistry
Upcoming Events
We have some exciting events coming up.
On February 27, the Parent Association is hosting a family dance evening in the Great Room from 5-7 p.m.
On March 6 and 7, Cynthia Hoven, Eurythmy teacher, performer, and therapist, will be here. She will give a parent evening on Friday, March 6 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., Technology and the Development of the Will. She will then give a Eurythmy workshop on Saturday, March 7 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. You can register for the workshop below.
Japanese School Visit
On Thursday, February 26, the Yakumo School will be visiting us from Japan. One hundred students will join our Grades classes for a cultural exchange. The visiting students will bring Japanese crafts to our students, and we will share field games with them. We will also be giving a simple gift to them from Santa Barbara, a seashell. If you visit the beach over the long weekend, please gather a few seashells and bring them into the office on Wednesday or Thursday. The Yakumo School has visited in the past, and we are very happy to welcome them back.
Woodworking and Games Summer Camp with Mr. K
Mr. K will be offering a Woodworking & Games Summer Camp this June! Ages 10-14
Camp will run for three consecutive weeks:
• June 15–19
• June 22–26
• June 29–July 3
Each day will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Students will gain hands-on experience working with real woodworking tools while building confidence, craftsmanship, and practical skills. Our days will also include outdoor games such as archery and javelin, giving students the opportunity to move their bodies, enjoy time outside, and grow in both skill and community.
Priority registration for our Waldorf community. Contact Mr. K for registration and any questions or concerns via email: Benjamin.kenan@gmail.com