Tuesday Note: June 14, 2022 |
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Waldorf Education and Handwork |
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Handwork provides a host of brain and wellbeing benefits to people of all ages. For students, in particular, handwork allows them to see their will transformed into art and experience how the conceptual becomes concrete. This larger lesson is imparted all while developing skills in mathematics, coordination, habit life, follow through and resiliency. Oh, and it's fun! |
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Please Welcome Our First Grade Teacher! |
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We are honored and delighted to introduce our new first grade teacher for the 2022-23 school year, Kate Miller! A trained educator, artist and musician, Kate began her career in the Buckeye Local School system after graduating with an education and art degree from Baldwin Wallace University.
Kate discovered Spring Garden Waldorf School when her son, Everett, was in preschool and her family came to the Children’s Festival and then enrolled. She says: “I cannot even express how quickly we did a school visit and applied to SGWS. The warmth of the school was evident and I wanted my children and family to be included.”
During the pandemic, Kate homeschooled her two young children and during this time she dove deeply into Waldorf pedagogy and curriculum -- giving her a foundational experience of Waldorf methods to add to her education background. While she enjoys homeschooling, she is eager to broaden her fellowship and share her gifts with Spring Garden and the larger Waldorf Community.
Please join us in welcoming Kate!
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Before and Aftercare 2022-23 |
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Before and Aftercare will be available for children from the age of 3 through 8th grade as a pre-registered and prepaid service for the 2022-23 school year. Space will be limited to 6 students in early childhood and 20 students in the grades. Beforecare will begin at 7:30 a.m. and students will remain in beforecare until they transition to morning recess at the start of the school day. Aftercare will begin at 3:30 p.m. and be available until 6 p.m.
Our priority, as always, is to address the needs of the individual child and we recognize the extended time and transitions may be difficult for some children who are not developmentally ready for an extended day. In this instance, a child may not be able to attend before or aftercare until they are developmentally ready for it to be a healthy and positive experience.
The minimum amount of use will be 50 hours ($300) for beforecare and 100 hours ($600) for aftercare.
Watch for sign ups in future Tuesday Notes!
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Outdoor Desk Chairs Available |
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We are so grateful to have had our parents build our outdoor classroom desk and chairs for students. While we will be keeping a supply on hand for continued outdoor work, we will not need one for every student as we did during the height of the pandemic. We would like to offer these parent-made creations to our community. If you would like one or more of these desk/chairs for your home, please contact Rocky Lewis at rlewis@sgws.org by June 15.
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The administrative faculty has approved our 2022-23 school year calendar! The first day of school will be August 31, 2022 and our last day will be June 1, 2023.
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Starting next week, the office summer hours will be Monday - Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. We will also be closed July 4th - 8th. |
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Community News and Events |
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Join our DEI Committee Next School Year |
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Spring Garden's DEI Committee seeks to leverage our rich community life, relationships and resources to help make our school a diverse, equitable and inclusive education environment. Are you interested in being an active part of this work? We are seeking DEI Committee Members for our 2022-2023 school year. Please email Rocky Lewis, rlewis@sgws.org, if you are interested.
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Register for Orchestra String Fling and Gardening Camp |
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This camp is being offered the week of July 11th from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for students entering fifth and sixth grade.
Let your child shine through a fun Experience of string orchestra and gardening this summer! Children will explore the basics of rhythm and sound through fiddle pieces, world music, and cinema, specifically Harry Potter! Afternoons will be spent in the garden learning about plants and animals. Other activities throughout the day include crafts and outdoor games. The week will conclude with an Orchestra concert on Friday. This camp is designed for beginning and early intermediate string players who have been playing the violin for at least two years.
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Register for Advanced Chamber Music and Orchestra Camp |
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This camp is for student entering 7th, 8th, and 9th grade and will be offered the week of July 11 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Join conductors Jenny Cluggish and Edward Grimes for a week of orchestral fun!
Students will learn about jazz, cinema, and world music in a fun musical environment while improving their sight reading and playing skills. Each day will include both orchestra rehearsal and break out chamber group sessions where students will work together in trios and quartets to prepare a piece for a final concert on Friday.
The week will include music coaching, games and activities, and related art projects. Advanced Chamber Camp is designed for intermediate to advanced string plyers who have been playing a string instrument for at least three years and are fluent in note reading.
Students who do not attend Spring Garden are welcome but require an audition to be placed in a chamber group.
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Register for Magic Meadow Summer Camp July 18th-22nd |
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When: July 18-22
Time: 9am-3pm
Cost: $250
Our Early Childhood Summer Camp embraces the lazy fun days of summer -- friends, fun and frolicking on our 12-acre campus! Ms. Stephanie and Ms. Jenna will guide campers through an enriching and relaxing day including daily movement circle, nature crafts, activities, stories and play. The daily rhythm will closely follow the rhythm of our regular school day with a more relaxed summer feel.
This camp is for children from the age of 3 through incoming kindergarten age (5 by June 1) and toilet trained. There will be 12 campers and 2 teachers. If you have any questions, please feel welcome to contact Amy Hecky, Director of Admissions at admissions@sgws.org or by calling 330-666-0574.
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Summer Cultural Event Saturday, August 6th |
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We are excited to announce Parent Council and DEI Committee will be hosting a Summer Cultural Event on Saturday, August 6th from 5pm-7pm at Spring Garden. This event is open to the public.
From our very own backyard, there will be a special performance by the Himalayan Music Academy. We are asking our community to help spread the word about the event and also let us know if anyone is interested in setting up a booth to sell handmade goods.
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Early Childhood Assistant: Duties include assisting the lead teacher, setting up the classroom, preparing snacks, and supporting the rhythm of the classroom. Bachelor’s degree required. Several positions available.
Director of Admissions and Marketing
The Director of Admissions and Marketing is responsible for creating and implementing a marketing plan, retention strategies, and admissions strategies to increase enrollment of qualified students. Duties include but are not limited to promoting the school and Waldorf Education through school tours, participation in local events both on and off campus, community partnerships, tracking of enrollment data, participate in creation of policies related to enrollment, creation of promotional materials, Chair of the Marketing Committee, and management and content of school website. This is a full-time salaried year-round position.
Extended Care Lead Teacher: Duties include leading a mixed-age preschool-kindergarten class on Monday through Friday. The teacher will also be in charge of directing aides and working cooperatively with the morning EC faculty to create a cohesive educational-care experience for the children throughout the day. Bachelor’s Degree required, Waldorf Teacher Certification preferred. Work hours: Monday through Friday from approximately 11:30 am-4:00 pm with the possibility of combining with other opportunities.
Spring Garden Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer. To apply: Please email a cover letter, resume, and three references to learn@sgws.org, attn: Hiring Committee.
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Landscaping Volunteers Needed |
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Spring is here and soon Summer will be upon us. As previously we need volunteers to help with mowing, trimming, and general landscaping.
At this time we are planning for one month rotation for mowing, trimming and weeding that can be done afternoons, evenings and weekends.
If you are interested please let Mr. Matt (mplevrakis@sgws.org) know your interest and availability for scheduling.
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The best way to make children good is to make them happy.
- Oscar Wilde
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Service Hour Opportunities |
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SGWS participates in SaferOH:
Report tips regarding school safety to Ohio Homeland Security's Threat and Assessment Prevention unit
844-723-3764
(844-SaferOH)
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330-666-0574 admissions@sgws.org
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