We have just entered into the season of Advent. Traditionally celebrated the four Sundays before the winter solstice, it marks a time of introspection as we all await the return of the sun and lengthening days. This seasonal remembrance of light takes place in many cultures across the globe. At our Waldorf school, we mark this season with weekly Advent spiral walks.
A Letter to Parents in a Time of Unrest
Early Childhood teacher, Su Rubinoff writes regularly to the parents in her class. With parents already challenged to provide their children with a sense of safety and stability due to the pandemic, Su wrote to offer support in addressing tensions arising from recent terrible events in Minneapolis and elsewhere.
An Alum Reflects on His Journey
Grateful for Challenge
Following the devastating fire of July 29, MWS received donations from 17 Waldorf schools and kindergartens across America. Faculty and Staff, as well as parents and alumni from Canada and schools around the world, also made individual gifts. As an expression of gratitude, MWS sent an open letter of thanks to the members of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA), as presented here.
About the Fire of July 29, 2018
In the early morning hours of Sunday, July 29 fire broke out at Meadowbrook Waldorf School in Richmond, Rhode Island. The fire was caused by a lightning strike that also destroyed the electrical and telephone systems needed to activate the alarm and emergency response. Despite the efforts of 250 fire fighters from 22 towns, the building was declared a total loss and the remains were demolished.