One of the hallmarks of a Waldorf high school education is the exploration of the arts. As our students develop into thinkers, leaders, and creators, we give them opportunities to experience many different kinds of art. Writing, painting, woodwork, working with clay, music, and performing鈥攁ll of those enrich a creative sensibility and deepen and enliven Continue reading.
From LCWS Alumnus, Jonas Powell, Class of 2014: To me, the value of a Waldorf education (in particular, the high school) is, fundamentally, that it directly strives to develop the student’s ability to perceive Truth, Beauty, and Goodness, rather than treating the student’s mind as a dumping site for a disconnected pile of factoids. I Continue reading.
Teaching social-emotional skills is critically important, both for helping students to be resilient in challenging circumstances, as well as building the empathy and emotional intelligence that students will need for their future. Hand-in-hand with our outstanding academics, our curriculum focuses on developing critical social-emotional capacities through music, movement, play and the arts. Read more about Continue reading.
On Martin Luther King Day, our students聽joined in a day ON of learning and service in honor of Dr. King. The day started with a keynote address by Senator Kesha Ram, the first person of color elected to the Vermont Senate, to the student body. In 27 degree weather, Senator Ram spoke in the school鈥檚 Continue reading.
Throughout this year, even with masks and social distancing, one thing has remained constant, our students are engaged and as motivated to learn as ever. The curriculum in our school is tailored to meet the inherent interests of each developmental stage. When our teachers bring stories, lessons, and ideas to their students, the material truly Continue reading.
