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January 2008 |
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| Wed January 2 |
Winter Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE OPEN
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Thu January 3 |
Winter Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE OPEN
Aftercare open 8:30 am - 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Fri January 4 |
Winter Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE OPEN
Aftercare open 8:30 am - 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Sat January 12 |
Children's Hour - Kindergarten - 12:00 noon-1:00 PM
This interview event is for families of Kindergarten-aged children who have applied to attend WSP's Kindergarten program in the Fall of 2008. Please contact the school office at 650-948-8433 for more information. |
| Tue January 15 |
Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. |
| Mon January 21 |
School & Aftercare Closed
Marting Luther King Jr. Day observed. |
| Thu January 24 |
Grade 6 Class Meeting - 7:00-9:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents; this meeting is scheduled so that parents can attend Betty Staley's talk that is part of the WSP Adult Education Adolescence Series. Betty will discuss media and the adolescent child. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Mon January 28 |
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Students in Grades 2-8 dismissed at 1:00 pm. Aftercare open until 5:45 pm. |
| Tue January 29 |
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Students in Grades 2-8 dismissed at 1:00 pm. Aftercare open until 5:45 pm.Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. |
| Wed January 30 |
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Students in Grades 2-8 dismissed at 1:00 pm. Aftercare open until 5:45 pm. |
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February 2008 |
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| Fri February 1 |
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Students in Grades 2-8 dismissed at 1:00 pm. Aftercare open until 5:45 pm. |
| Tue February 5 |
Adult Education Early Childhood Series: "No! I'm Not Going To! Working with the Will of Young Children" with Bill Roberson - 7:00-9:00 PM
Join the WSP Adult Education Series on Early Childhood in the third of five talks by Bill Roberson. This talk, entitled "No! I'm Not Going To! Working with the Will of Young Children," will describe an approach to discipline that is based on an understanding of the children's developing will, and that meets their physical, soul, and spiritual needs. Parents of all grades are encouraged to attend. A $5-20 donation to offset expenses will be much appreciated; the talk will take place on the Lower School campus. Rose Kindergarten Class Meeting - 6:30-7:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher.Nursery Class Meeting - 6:00-7:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Wed February 6 |
Grade 4 Class Meeting - 7:00-8:30 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Sat February 9 |
Day in the Waldorf Nursery - 10:00-11:30 AM
Let your child experience the magic of childhood. Join our Nursery teacher for a hands-on introduction to the Waldorf Early Childhood program. Nursery parents and their children will experience typical daily activities in a home-like environment.
Space is limited and reservations are required. Please attend a school tour prior to this event. This is an event for nursery-aged children and their parents. Babes-in-arms are welcome, but we request that other siblings not attend this event. Day in the Waldorf Kindergarten - 10:30 AM-12:00 noon
Let your child experience the magic of childhood. Join our teachers for a hands-on introduction to the Waldorf Early Childhood program. Kindergarten parents and their children participate in circle time, create a watercolor painting, and enjoy a puppet show.
Space is limited and reservations are required. Please attend a school tour prior to this event. This is an event for kindergarten-aged children and their parents. Babes-in-arms are welcome, but we request that other siblings not attend this event. |
| Tue February 12 |
Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. |
| Wed February 13 |
Grade 2 Class Meeting - 7:00-8:30 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Fri February 15 |
Grades 2-8 Dismissed at 1:00 pm
Aftercare open until 5:45 pm. |
| Mon February 18 |
School & Aftercare Closed
Presidents' Day |
| Tue February 19 |
Waldorf Teachers' Conference
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Wed February 20 |
Waldorf Teachers' Conference
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Thu February 21 |
Waldorf Teachers' Conference
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Fri February 22 |
Waldorf Teachers' Conference
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
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March 2008 |
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| Tue March 4 |
Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. Adult Education Early Childhood Series: "Rhythm, Warmth, and Reverence: Waldorf in the Home" with Bill Roberson - 7:00-9:00 PM
Join the WSP Adult Education Series on Early Childhood in the fourth of five talks by Bill Roberson. This talk, entitled "Rhythm, Warmth, and Reverence: Waldorf in the Home," will discuss how we can bring a Waldorf approach into our homes and lifestyles that supports our children's education and enriches our work as parents. Parents of all grades are encouraged to attend. A $5-20 donation to offset expenses will be much appreciated; the talk will take place on the Lower School campus. Rose Kindergarten Class Meeting - 6:30-7:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Wed March 5 |
Grade 5 Class Meeting - 7:00-9:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Tue March 11 |
Grade 6 Class Meeting - 7:00-9:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents; this meeting is scheduled so that parents can attend Betty Staley's talk that is part of the WSP Adult Education Series. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Sat March 15 |
Children's Hour - Nursery - 9:30-10:30 AM
This interview event is for families of Nursery-aged children who have applied to attend WSP's Nursery program in the Fall of 2008. Please contact the school office at 650-948-8433 for more information. Children's Hour - Nursery - 11:30-12:30 AM
This interview event is for families of Nursery-aged children who have applied to attend WSP's Nursery program in the Fall of 2008. Please contact the school office at 650-948-8433 for more information. Children's Hour - Kindergarten - 10:00-11:00 AM
This interview event is for families of Kindergarten-aged children who have applied to attend WSP's Kindergarten program in the Fall of 2008. Please contact the school office at 650-948-8433 for more information. Children's Hour - Kindergarten - 12:00 noon-1:00 PM
This interview event is for families of Kindergarten-aged children who have applied to attend WSP's Kindergarten program in the Fall of 2008. Please contact the school office at 650-948-8433 for more information. |
| Mon March 17 |
Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. |
| Tue March 18 |
Adolescence Series: Denise Pope - High School, College, and Beyond - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
What kind of learning environment do our students need to be successful in college and in life? Denise Pope will address this issue and more when she comes to WSP to give a lecture.
Denise Pope, Ph.D., has been a lecturer at the Stanford University School of Education for the past eight years, specializing in student engagement, curriculum studies, qualitative research methods and service learning. She founded and directs the SOS: Stressed-Out Students project, a national research and intervention project for public and private K-12 schools to counter the causes of academic stress and increase student health, engagement with learning and integrity. Her book, “Doing School”: How We Are Creating a Generation of Stressed Out, Materialistic, and Miseducated Students (Yale University Press, 2001), was awarded the Notable Book in Education by the American School Board Journal. Dr. Pope has received the Stanford University School of Education Outstanding Teacher and Mentor Award on three occasions and consults with a variety of public and private schools in the area. |
| Wed March 19 |
Grade 1 Class Meeting - 6:45-8:15 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher.Morning Glory Kgtn Class Meeting - 6:30-8:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Fri March 21 |
Grades 2-8 Dismissed at 1:00 pm
Aftercare open until 5:45 pm. |
| Mon March 24 |
Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE CLOSED
Spring Break. |
| Tue March 25 |
Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE CLOSED
Spring Break. |
| Wed March 26 |
Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE CLOSED
Spring Break. |
| Thu March 27 |
Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE CLOSED
Spring Break. |
| Fri March 28 |
Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE CLOSED
Spring Break. |
| Mon March 31 |
Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE OPEN
Spring Break
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
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April 2008 |
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| Tue April 1 |
Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE OPEN
Spring Break
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Wed April 2 |
Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE OPEN
Spring Break
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Thu April 3 |
Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE OPEN
Spring Break
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Fri April 4 |
Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE OPEN
Spring Break
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Tue April 8 |
Grade 4 Class Meeting - 6:30-8:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Tue April 15 |
Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. Adult Education Early Childhood Series: "Going to School: The Seven-Year Change and School Readiness" with Bill Roberson - 7:00-9:00 PM
Join the WSP Adult Education Series on Early Childhood in the last of five talks by Bill Roberson. This talk, entitled "Going to School: The Seven-Year Change and School Readiness," will look at the unfolding of individuality at the turning point of seven years and at what "readiness" means. Parents of all grades are encouraged to attend. A $5-20 donation to offset expenses will be much appreciated; the talk will take place on the Lower School campus. Rose Kindergarten Class Meeting - 6:30-7:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Wed April 16 |
Grade 8 Parent Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Class teachers hold a minimum of two meetings per year for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. Grade 3 Class Meeting - 6:00-7:30 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Mon April 21 |
Grade 6 Class Meeting - 7:00-9:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Mon April 28 |
Grade 5 Class Meeting - 7:00-9:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Tue April 29 |
Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. |
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May 2008 |
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| Fri May 2 |
SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE OPEN
Aftercare open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Reservations required. |
| Sat May 3 |
5th Annual WSP Rummage and Used Book Sale
Donations will be accepted Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday this week. Please see April 25th Messenger for guidelines on donations. The sale begins at 8am on Saturday, May 3. There is no presale for community members; however, workers are invited to shop as they sort and cash out when they leave. This event is a fund-raiser for the middle school, a way for us to encourage the reuse of goods, and a social event |
| Mon May 5 |
Grade 4 Class Meeting - 7:00-8:30 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Tue May 13 |
Grade 1 Class Meeting - 6:45-8:15 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Wed May 14 |
Grade 2 Class Meeting - 7:00-8:30 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Tue May 20 |
Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. |
| Thu May 22 |
Grade 3 Class Meeting - 6:00-7:30 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Mon May 26 |
SCHOOL CLOSED - AFTERCARE CLOSED
Memorial Day observed. |
| Tue May 27 |
Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. |
| Sat May 31 |
7th Annual Spring Gala Dinner & Auction
Dancing Under the Stars
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Menlo Circus Club, Atherton, CA
Ballroom dancing, Hors d'oeuvres, drinks and buffet dinner.
Raffle drawing: Grand Prize 2008 Toyota Prius or $20,000 cash.
Live and Silent Auction - Vacations, Dining, Handcrafts, Jewelry,
Outdoor Adventures, Romantic Weekend Getaways and more!
We are now accepting donations. Download a Donation Certificate. Please contact Sandy Olson at 408 395-1603 or danoellie@yahoo.com. For information on the Gala or Raffle, contact one of the Co-Chairs: Kristy Brandenburg 415-518-0590 or Sandy Olson 408-395-1603. |
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June 2008 |
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| Mon June 2 |
Grade 4 Class Meeting - 7:00-8:30 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Tue June 3 |
Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. |
| Wed June 4 |
Morning Glory Kgtn Class Meeting - 6:30-8:00 PM
Teachers hold meetings for the parents of children in their class. These meetings are an integral part of school life. They are an important bridge between home and school, and offer parents an opportunity to become familiar with the activities of the class. The meetings may include discussions on various aspects of Waldorf education and serve as social gatherings for parents. Attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please notify your child's teacher. |
| Fri June 6 |
Last Day of Nursery & Kindergarten
Have a great summer! |
| Mon June 9 |
Grade 8 Graduation
Ceremony at Los Altos United Methodist Church |
| Wed June 11 |
Last Day for Grades 1-8
Closing ceremony at 12:00 pm on the front lawn. |
| Fri June 13 |
Last Day of High School
Have a great summer! |
| Tue June 24 |
Board Meeting - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
The Board of Trustees generally meets on the Lower School campus on alternate Tuesdays. Meetings are open except where confidentiality is necessary. |
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September 2008 |
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| Wed September 3 |
First Day of School - Opening Day Ceremony
The 2008/2009 school year begins with our traditional opening ceremony at 8:30 AM, including the presentation of roses to the first grade students from the eighth grade students and student, teacher and staff introductions. Parents are welcome to attend and stay for refreshments after the ceremony.
School dismisses at 12:50 PM. Aftercare is open. |
| Wed September 24 |
Welcoming Dinner for Parents 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Celebrate the beginning of our new year together at a dinner in your honor. Instead of the usual Back to School Night with speeches and introductions, the newly formed Community Life Committee has planned an event all about creating and renewing social connections, celebrating and honoring ourselves and each other and the work that all do to create this community. This evening is for parents only. |
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Vacations & Holidays 2008/2009
