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Weekly Bulletin
June 6, 2024
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Congratulations to the Class of 2024 | |
Our sincere congratulations to the Class of 2024 as they prepare to venture forth on the next steps of their journeys. Best wishes for your future! | |
Here is an updated list of all admittances for the Class of 2024. Bold indicates where our graduates will matriculate. | |
American University ◆ Bard College (2) ◆ Bucknell University ◆ Catholic University of America ◆ Dickinson College ◆ Elon University ◆ Franklin & Marshall College ◆ Furman University ◆ George Mason University ◆ Goshen College ◆ Goucher College ◆ Haverford College (2) ◆ Kenyon College ◆ Lafayette College ◆ Leeds Beckett University (UK) ◆ Mt Holyoke College ◆ Ohio State University ◆ Paris Saint-Germain Academy (Miami) ◆ Rochester Institute of Technology ◆ Salve Regina ◆ Shenandoah University ◆ Skidmore College ◆ St. John’s College (Annapolis) ◆ St. Mary's College of Maryland ◆ St. Olaf College ◆ Syracuse University ◆ The New School ◆ Union College ◆ University of Colorado (Boulder) ◆ University of Delaware ◆ University of Maryland (2 admitted - 1 attending) ◆ University of Maryland Baltimore Co. ◆ University of Oregon ◆ University of Virginia (Wise) ◆ Virginia Tech (2) ◆ Washington College ◆ Wilkes University ◆ William & Mary (2 admitted - 1 attending) | |
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This past weekend was the graduation for the Class of 2024. We were pleased to welcome Alum Tom Mansour ('04) as our graduation speaker this year.
Tom works at Meta as a Product Integrity Program Manager after having served in the Coast Guard for 10 years and as a Coast Guard Congressional Fellow for 2 years. Tom is expecting his first child (congratulations!) and this has brought him new insight about - and appreciation for - the education he received at WWS.
Read Tom's speech.
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Celebrating Our Alums at the
June 1, 2024 Reunion
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From Stephanie Hanson, Director of Development and Alum Relations
On Saturday, June 1, we were so pleased to be able to host our School's first official Alum Reunion. We welcomed graduates from the 8th grade class of 1983 (the year we moved to Sanagamore Road, dreaming of a high school) all the way through the Class of 2018.
Thank you to Tom Mansour ('04), for initiating the event, and Happy 20th Reunion to the Class of 2004! We also extend our thanks to all Faculty and former Faculty who attended. Special thanks to Barb Bancroft (High School Art Teacher) for organizing an art activity for attendees, Mitch Fanning and the Irish Inn Mates for the music, and Chef Eron and Sarah Heirman ('97) with Foxhall Catering for providing the food. We really enjoyed hosting the alums, and send our thanks to all those who attended.
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From the Parent/Family Organization | |
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Participate in the Parent/Family Organization!
The Parent Leadership Group (PLG) is seeking members for the 2024-2025 school year! Joining the PLG gives you an inside view of what's happening at school and the chance to make friends, connect with faculty, and demonstrate to your children your dedication to their school!
We have added structure with defined roles that range in commitment from leading a specific event (Fall Bazaar, Craft & Conversation, Gala, Grandparents Day, etc.) to more involvement as part of the executive team (Community Events Chair, Chairs representing CG/LS/HS, etc.).
Learn more about the roles and/or volunteer for a position.
Email plg@washingtonwaldorf.org with questions.
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The PLG and its Chair, Jesse Travis, were honored at this week's Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast. | |
Staying Up to Date With Our School Calendar
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June
9/ Sunday
- End-of-Year Party & Faculty Farewell, 3:30pm (see below)
10/ Monday
- Grade 8 Commencement, 1:30pm
12/ Wednesday
- Last Day of School - 12:30 Dismissal
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End-of-Year Party and Faculty Farewell | |
*Please note the updated list of farewells* | |
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Sunday, June 9 from 3:30-6pm
We invite you to join us on Sunday, June 9 from 3:30-6pm for an End-of-Year Party and Faculty Farewell. We will be giving a proper send off to our departing faculty members, Shelly Hackman (Delegating School Nurse), Mike Hadjipateras (Visiting HS Humanities Teacher), Lilli Kuth (Early Childhood Educational Support Teacher), Bailey More (HS Math Teacher), Lisa Pitillo (Seedlings Lead Teacher), CJ (Leonard) Stumbo (Front Office Manager), Amina Trotter-Lockett (MS Art Teacher & Nursery Assistant), Lelia True (Faculty Chair/Head of School), and Vanessa Vargas (Administrative Support). We will also welcome new families who are joining us for the 2024-2025 school year.
Chef Eron and team will grill up hamburgers, veggie burgers, and hotdogs, while music from Sven Abow and his band will get our toes tapping. We will have basketball on the outdoor courts, volleyball in the gym, and outdoor activities for the whole family. There will even be face painting for children to enjoy. All are welcome to attend.
Parent/Family Organization volunteers are needed to help out with the event. Please sign up to lend a hand! - There are still a few spots to be filled!
We ask that all families bring a side dish or dessert to share. Those with last names A to M, please bring a side dish. Those with last names N to Z, please bring a dessert. Please bring all food ready to serve and, if applicable, label it as vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, or dairy free.
We hope you can join us to celebrate the culmination of the school year, and help us bid a fond farewell to Shelly, Mike, Lilli, Bailey, Lisa, CJ, Amina, Lelia, and Vanessa.
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If you are a current family - first, check ParentSquare for posts from your teachers, departments (Children's Garden, Lower School, High School), and the administration.
If you cannot find the information you are looking for on ParentSquare, please email your department coordinator/administrator or our Operations Manager:
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How to Submit a Listing
- We welcome submissions of community news, items for sale, want ads, etc. Please keep notices to 500 characters or less. There is no charge for listings.
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Please submit listings by COB Tuesdays with the subject "Bulletin Submission."
- If you are sending images or flyers, a link to an online version is preferred.
- Bulletin Board notices generally run for 3 weeks - if space allows - unless other arrangements have been made. Listings may not be accepted and will likely be edited.
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These notices are from the WWS community, the greater Waldorf community, and occasionally from our school neighbors. The information and views in them belong to the individuals who submit the notices and do not necessarily reflect the views of WWS. | |
Classifieds & Notices From the Community | |
Searching for Affordable Housing Near AU
From Ali Alwahti, WWS Alum Parent
I’m assisting a young Comorian student (from my home country) who got a Fulbright scholarship to come to Washington to pursue a MA in film and media production at American University. He is due to arrive in the US in July 2024. I’m looking for affordable housing near AU (WWS area, Chevy Chase, Tenleytown…). A small furnished apartment/room is ideal. His program is for 2 years.
If you know of any opportunities, please contact Ali Alwahti at:
(202) 422-7714
aalwahti@hotmail.com
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Looking for Family to Participate in Nanny share
From Hannah Shaw, WWS Faculty
We're hoping to share a nanny with one other family beginning (ideally) in September. We'd love to hear from you if you're interested in a nanny share, or if you know a nanny looking for a new family. We live in the Forest Estates neighborhood of Silver Spring.
Hannah Shaw
hshaw@washingtonwaldorf.org
347-488-7385
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Online Violin/Viola Lessons
From Julie Stoessel, Former WWS Faculty
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New High School Urban Forestry Careers Camp at UMD
From Alia Goodyear, WWS Parent, Faculty & Alum
Be one of 40 Maryland high school students selected to spend a week at the University of Maryland with other like-minded students from across the state. Spend a week experiencing hands-on learning with industry professionals and experts in many forestry-related fields.
The one-week camp will be held from July 7 - July 13, 2024.
Students must be currently enrolled in high school at the Sophomore level or higher by September 2024. Newly graduated seniors are eligible as well.
Learn More
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Report on Young People and Social Media
From Jess Gottlieb, WWS Faculty
Common Sense and Hopelab, have released the third report in a series that has been tracking the role of social media in how young people age 14–22 support their mental health and well-being. The report reinforces that many young people turn to social media for emotional support, connection to friends and family, community building, and for fun.
But at the same time, they experience stressful content—like harassment and hate speech—and must actively take steps to manage their exposure to it, like curating their social media feeds to see more of what helps and less of what doesn't.
Read the report
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