Waldorf Community Happy Hour
Invitation to a Waldorf Community Event at the Park Chalet The 8th Grade invites you to a class fund-raiser event on Friday, February 10, 5 – 8 pm, at the Park Chalet Garden Restaurant (Golden Gate Park, 1000 Great Highway, www.parkchalet.com)Live Music! Beautifully made handcrafts for sale by the 8th graders! Face Painting & fun for kids!*Happy Hour Pricing all evening on food and beverages with your $5 (or more!) donation to the 8th gradeBRING YOUR FAMILY & COME ENJOY... Read More
Invitation to a Waldorf Community Event at the Park Chalet The 8th Grade invites you to a class fund-raiser event on Friday, February 10, 5 – 8 pm, at the Park Chalet Garden Restaurant (Golden Gate Park, 1000 Great Highway, www.parkchalet.com)Live Music! Beautifully made handcrafts for sale by the 8th graders! Face Painting & fun for kids!*Happy Hour Pricing all evening on food and beverages with your $5 (or more!) donation to the 8th gradeBRING YOUR FAMILY & COME ENJOY... Read More
The Enchanted TapestryThe Magic Lantern Marionette Theater warmly invites all families with young children ages four and up to a very special presentation of The Enchanted Tapestry on Sunday, February 5 at 10am and 11:30am in Dakin Hall. The Enchanted Tapestry tells the traditional Chinese folktale about a weaver woman with three sons. When her precious life's work is blown away by an enchanted wind, her sons face the opportunities and challenges of a quest across magical landscapes to retrieve her tapestry. And... Read More
Check Out Our Gardening BlogGardening Director Amy Belkora has taken over our blog! The blog is filled with wonderful vignettes from her experiences in the garden with the children. There are also photos, gardening ideas, recipes, great links and a general view of all the hard and wonderful work that she lovingly puts into these spaces. We hope you will follow along with our Urban Gardening adventures. http://sfwaldorf.blogspot.com/ Read about our urban gardening program on our website here. Read More
Stars Once Spoke – Eurythmy PerformanceSan Francisco Youth Eurythmy Troupe Program 2012Jewish Community Center SF Tuesday February 7th at 7:00 pmWednesday February 8th at 4:00 pm This new program by director Astrid Thiersch will be premiered in February 2012 with students from San Francisco Waldorf High School, 15 to 18 years old. It features choreography to music of Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Paul Winter. A special tale, The Dream Eater by Michael Ende, shows the magic side of sleep, and poems in several languages and humoresques... Read More
Re-enrollment for 2012-13 is here!
Re-enrollment contracts for returning students for 2012-13 will be mailed February 3rd and need to be returned to the School by February 17th. This return date is earlier than prior years but brings us into line with the enrollment calendar of other area schools. Important: Because we recognize the possible burden of paying tuition and a deposit for next year, we will defer collecting tuition—as we have in the past—for the following dates: February 20th, March 1st and March 5th. FACTS... Read More
Re-enrollment contracts for returning students for 2012-13 will be mailed February 3rd and need to be returned to the School by February 17th. This return date is earlier than prior years but brings us into line with the enrollment calendar of other area schools. Important: Because we recognize the possible burden of paying tuition and a deposit for next year, we will defer collecting tuition—as we have in the past—for the following dates: February 20th, March 1st and March 5th. FACTS... Read More
Annual Fund Updates
Congratulations to K3, 3rd Grade, and 4th Grade for joining K1 and 1st Grade at 100% participation for our 2011-2012 Annual Fund campaign. This wide-based support greatly strengthens our fundraising and supports the mission of the school. Thank you! Read More
Congratulations to K3, 3rd Grade, and 4th Grade for joining K1 and 1st Grade at 100% participation for our 2011-2012 Annual Fund campaign. This wide-based support greatly strengthens our fundraising and supports the mission of the school. Thank you! Read More
PA Book Sale – Monday, January 9, 2012 12:45 through 3:30pm
The next SF Waldorf Parents’ Association Book Sale of Used Children’s Books will be on Monday, January 9, at pick up, 12:45 through 3:30pm, in SF Waldorf’s Woodshop in front of school. As you shop please be mindful of pick up and keep the sidewalk clear. We are looking for donations of slightly used children’s books that support the Waldorf curriculum. Donation boxes are located on the Office stairway in front of the double glass doors. There are treasures for all elementary school ages and... Read More
The next SF Waldorf Parents’ Association Book Sale of Used Children’s Books will be on Monday, January 9, at pick up, 12:45 through 3:30pm, in SF Waldorf’s Woodshop in front of school. As you shop please be mindful of pick up and keep the sidewalk clear. We are looking for donations of slightly used children’s books that support the Waldorf curriculum. Donation boxes are located on the Office stairway in front of the double glass doors. There are treasures for all elementary school ages and... Read More
Parent Association Clothing Swap
Dakin Hall, Sunday, January 8, 10-11 am Holiday cleaning? Please join us Sunday, January 8, while we swap gently used clothing, sport equipment, toys and books. The synergy of all the families who bring and take items helps us all tread lightly on the earth and reserve purchasing new items when there is no alternative. This is yet another practical lesson for our children to share the bounty of useful items with those in our community and to practice the art of letting go.... Read More
Dakin Hall, Sunday, January 8, 10-11 am Holiday cleaning? Please join us Sunday, January 8, while we swap gently used clothing, sport equipment, toys and books. The synergy of all the families who bring and take items helps us all tread lightly on the earth and reserve purchasing new items when there is no alternative. This is yet another practical lesson for our children to share the bounty of useful items with those in our community and to practice the art of letting go.... Read More
Tuition Assistance Deadline: January 13, 2012
The Affordable Tuition Program requires an annual application. Families wishing to request a grant for the first time as well as those wishing to continue with the program must have their applications submitted to PSS by January 13 to be considered in the first round of consideration. Please contact Mona Nemetz in the business office at 415-931-2750 ext.304 or mnemetz@sfwaldorf.org if you need application information or visit the "Affording a Waldorf Education" page on our website.... Read More
The Affordable Tuition Program requires an annual application. Families wishing to request a grant for the first time as well as those wishing to continue with the program must have their applications submitted to PSS by January 13 to be considered in the first round of consideration. Please contact Mona Nemetz in the business office at 415-931-2750 ext.304 or mnemetz@sfwaldorf.org if you need application information or visit the "Affording a Waldorf Education" page on our website.... Read More
America Whitten (Class of 2009)We recently caught up with America Whitten (SFWGS/HS ‘09), currently a junior at University of California, Santa Cruz, where she is working towards an undergraduate degree in psychology. She will be taking the GRE next summer, and upon receiving her BA she is planning to attend graduate school in abnormal psychology. America is pursuing her major through UCSC’s more demanding psychology intensive. Among the requirements for participation is the Field Study program where students gain the... Read More
Curry Senior Center Gift DriveThe Grade School will be participating in a gift drive for the Curry Senior Center. The Curry Senior Center provides a safe place to receive geriatric health services for low income seniors in San Francisco. Founded in 1972, Curry provides primary medical care, substance abuse services, case management, congregate meals, social/community programs, and 13 units of housing for formerly homeless seniors. The Curry Center's mission is to provide these services to... Read More
Sports Basement Family & Friends Fundraiser Happy Hour!Loading... Friday, December 9, 5:30-7:30pmGet ready for winter adventures WHAT: Complimentary drinks and nibbles for adults and children 10% off your purchase AND 10% donated back to SFWS Great holiday gifts for the outdoor enthusiasts in your life Top-tier gear for snow, hiking, camping, cycling, yoga, running, pilates, swimming and more WHEN: Friday, December 9, 5:30-7:30pm WHERE: Sports Basement, Presidio (across from Crissy Field)610 Old Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94129... Read More
Faculty Profile: Stacey Hubbard, Middle School MathStacey Hubbard joined the grade school faculty three years ago as part of SFWS’s efforts to strengthen its middle school math program. Recently retired SFWS Upper Grades Resource Teacher Susan Cook began the work of transforming how we support class teachers as the students rise to the pre-algebra and algebra level. Ms. Hubbard became our first full time dedicated middle school math teacher in 2010. Stacey notes that one of the challenges she faces on a daily basis are keeping it relevant... Read More
Linda Fogg Phillips, author of "Facebook for Parents" to speak at SFWHSWhat Parents Need to Know About Social NetworkingLinda Fogg Phillips, author of "Facebook for Parents" San Francisco Waldorf High School is delighted to be hosting this presentation sponsored by the Parents Coalition of Bay Area High Schools. All are welcome. Monday, November 14, 2011, 7:30 to 9:00pm San Francisco Waldorf High School, 470 West Portal Avenue, SF, 94127Parking on site is available$5.00 donation is requested at the door In this ever-changing world, parents often wonder: How are... Read More
Winter Fair 2011Thank you to all the parents, faculty and students who contributed to making a festive fair on a gorgeous, sunny day. A special thank you to Maryand Joseph Manzare (parents, grade 4 and K3) who brought their extensive restaurant expertise to us this year. The food was extraordinary and the advice for moving forward invaluable!! For more of chef Joe’s masterful cooking and menu planning visit one of his four restaurants—Globe, Zuppa, Hecho or Tres—you won’t be disappointed! Winter Fair... Read More
Fairy WalkSunday, October 30th from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. TICKETS REQUIRED. Come and enjoy a sing-a-long and encounter wandering fairies, gnomes, kings, queens and characters from the land of imagination! Children 2-7 are welcome in the company of their favorite adult. We welcome costumes for both children and adults! Tickets for 3:00 p.m. are still available for $7 each through the front office on a first come, first serve basis. Tickets cannot be reserved or picked up without payment. No refunds or... Read More
Smart Moves: Why Learning is Not All In Your HeadPresented by Carla Hannaford, Ph.DSunday, November 1310 AM - 3 PM Participants in this highly experiential, scientifically informative presentation and workshop will gain a physical and intellectual understanding of why movement, music and play are so essential for brain development, learning, memory and creativity. Participants will leave with a greater understanding of how human beings learn, as well as simple, profound movement tools to use in all areas of life - school, business, art,... Read More
PA Pumpkin RaffleHosted by the Parents AssociationBenefits go to the schoolTickets $2 eachAvailable at October 30 Read More
Presenting SFWS's Grade School Educational Support Protocol
Monday, October 24, Eurythmy Hall, 7:30 to 9 pm Educational Support Coordinators Lalla Carini and Paul Gierlach, along with our consulting educational therapist Pamm Scribner, will present the services and protocols the school has been developing over the last two years. We encourage all interested parents to attend this presentation and engage in questions and answers that we hope will strengthen our common understanding of the school's vision, and support teachers' and parents' efforts to... Read More
Monday, October 24, Eurythmy Hall, 7:30 to 9 pm Educational Support Coordinators Lalla Carini and Paul Gierlach, along with our consulting educational therapist Pamm Scribner, will present the services and protocols the school has been developing over the last two years. We encourage all interested parents to attend this presentation and engage in questions and answers that we hope will strengthen our common understanding of the school's vision, and support teachers' and parents' efforts to... Read More
Sibling applications due November 4th
Nursery and kindergarten sibling applications are due on November 4, 2011. Online applications are available here. The nursery sibling play date will be on Monday, November 14th from 3:00-4:00pm at the nursery. The kindergarten sibling play date will also be on Monday, November 14th from 3:00-4:00pm in one of our kindergarten classrooms. Older siblings may stay in our aftercare program free of charge during this time. Pre-registration required. Please contact Lori in the Admissions Office (... Read More
Nursery and kindergarten sibling applications are due on November 4, 2011. Online applications are available here. The nursery sibling play date will be on Monday, November 14th from 3:00-4:00pm at the nursery. The kindergarten sibling play date will also be on Monday, November 14th from 3:00-4:00pm in one of our kindergarten classrooms. Older siblings may stay in our aftercare program free of charge during this time. Pre-registration required. Please contact Lori in the Admissions Office (... Read More
