BY KATHY MCELVEEN, GENERAL SCHOOL LEADER
Six high school students represented the Austin Waldorf School at the 2017 Smart Social Summit in October. Aliya Petri, Emma Olson, Samantha Bell, Dorothy Steinle, Adrian Montero, and Megan Prakash were chosen to hear featured speaker, Michelle Obama, based on their civic engagement and/or leadership.
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BY NIKO HILGERDT, PEDAGOGICAL LEADER
Pedagogical Leader, Niko Hilgerdt, shares two new and important studies about electronic media's impact on children and young adults. These studies raise important questions and concerns for parents and educators everywhere and reinforce the merits, and importance, of our unique Waldorf approach.
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BY KIM DEVITTORIO, ENROLLMENT DIRECTOR
Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes in the Main Office? Enrollment Director, Kim DeVittorio, shares what the Enrollment Office has been up to so far this year.
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BY KAREN DRAKER, WINTER FAIR COORDINATOR
The Winter Fair is a magical community event for everyone, it is a truly unique and heartfelt gathering for families and children. Get a glimpse into what this year's Winter Fair has in store, and stay tuned for more details in the near future!
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The Austin Waldorf School has been recognized by the National Wildlife Foundation, America’s largest wildlife conservation, and education organization, for successfully creating and maintaining a Certified Schoolyard Habitat through its Garden for Wildlife program.
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BY LINDA BURKE, LIBRARIAN
Did you miss the 2017 AWS Children's Choice Award Winners announcement? 2017 proved to be a very dramatic year with not only one, but two ties! The Award Winners are a great place to get book suggestions for readers young and old.
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BY MIKE SEKEL, PRESIDENT, BOARD OF TRUSTEES
In August, it was announced that AWS would move forward on a school expansion project. Since then nothing has been shared. What is happening? Board President, Mike Sekel, shares information on the developments that have been made and next steps.
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BY PATRICIA DAUNT-GROGAN, HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR
Two members of the class of 2018, Connor Horton and Anaia Hernandez Reyes, have been recognized by the College Board for outstanding performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) in 2016. Congratulations Connor and Anaia!
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BY KATE MORAN, MOVEMENT TEACHER
This past fall, 32 students participated in the Austin Waldorf School Circus, led by Kate Moran, with the assistance of Charlie Cross. Students from grades 4-7 were invited to participate under the big top and given a multitude of activities that challenged their balance, coordination, and creativity!
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BY IMMANUEL HARLOW, 6TH GRADE STUDENT
The sixth grade class recently did a block on Ancient Rome. Groups of students created unique projects to share with their peers. Sixth grade student, Immanuel Harlow, shares details about this experience and the projects that were created.
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BY PARENT SOCIETY
Last week, Mrs. Hoisington’s 7th graders completed their final preparations for knighthood, including rigorous challenges and an overnight silent vigil at Pedernales Falls State Park
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BY PARENT SOCIETY
Have you ever wondered how your grade-schooler makes the magical balloon lanterns for their lantern walks? The Parent Society gives you step by step instructions to create make them on your own!
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BY PARENT SOCIETY
The Pumpkin Walk returned for its third magical year, allowing families the opportunity to experience a beautiful Halloween. Learn more about the history of the Pumpkin Walk and why this community event is so magical.
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BY CATHERINE ASHTON, DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
“Waldorf offers more than just a great education. Students get life experiences that aren’t offered in any other educational setting, and that prepares them for any career they might want, as well as the changing world we live in. At the Austin Waldorf School I wasn’t just taught to memorize what I learned in class. I was taught to understand.” - Kate Swope
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