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Weekly Bulletin
November 9, 2023
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At the end of next week, we will work as a community to transform our school and welcome a wide array of friends and visitors to our annual Fall Bazaar.
We are so grateful for your help in producing this fundamental fundraising and community building event!
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Friday - Set Up
Friday, Nov 17 starting at 12:30pm
It takes camaraderie and elbow grease to bring the Bazaar to life - sign up below for your preferred volunteer shift
There's a new incentive to sign up today! The first two classes that reach 100% participation will win $50 for their class teacher/sponsor(s) to spend at the Waldorf Store!
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Friday - Preview Night
Friday, Nov 17 at 7pm
Enjoy a leisurely evening with wine & cheese and shopping without the crowds. Adults only please.
Puchase Preview Night Tickets
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Saturday - the Bazaar!
Saturday, Nov 18 10am-3pm
The school will be abuzz with crafts and activities, live entertainment, and shopping at the Waldorf Store and from 45 artisans & vendors. We and our guests will enjoy delicious baked goods from the community and lunch from Chef Eron Picus. Thank you to each volunteer who makes this possible!
3:30-6:30pm Clean Up
Clean up is always a big job. The more hands, the lighter the workload. Please consider staying to help ensure the school is ready for classes on Monday morning.
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Current Parents/Guardians,
Alums, Alum Families & Other WWS Friends
The Waldorf Store, the Crystal Cave, and several activities are in need of volunteers!
In addition to volunteering for the setup or during the Bazaar, please also consider signing up to bake something for the Patisserie or Snack Shop.
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Faculty Sign Up
Sign up for your preferred setup shift. Childcare is a particular need.
If you are certified to drive a WWS bus, sign up to drive the Parking Shuttle. If anyone (not just Faculty) is interested in being certified, contact Laur Garner.
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Bazaar Photos From the Vault | |
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Lower/Middle School Open House
Save the Date!
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Saturday, Dec 2 from 10am-12pm
Current and prospective families are welcome to join us for a weekend open house highlighting our programs in Grades 1-8.
The morning will include teaching demonstrations, a chance to interact with teachers and a Q&A time with teachers and admin faculty.
We know it's a particularly busy time of year please RSVP to let us know if you are interested.
Current Families please RSVP in ParentSquare.
Prospective Families Register through Ravenna - Please share!
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Staying Up to Date With Our School Calendar
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November
9/ Thursday
14/ Tuesday
- MS/HS Morning Tour for Prospective Families, 9am
- HS Council Bake Sale, 3pm
15/ Wednesday
- CG-G5 Morning Tour for Prospective Families, 9am
17/ Friday
- Half Day Dismissal, 12:30pm
- Fall Bazaar Setup, 12:30pm
- Fall Bazaar Preview Night, 7pm
18/ Saturday
22-24/ Wed-Fri
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Simplicity Parenting Family Life Course | |
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Simplicity Parenting Family Life Course
Thursdays from 4-5:30pm at WWS
Nov 16 - Dec 21
Register
From Simplicity Parenting Facilitator and WWS parent, Drew Sample:
WWS provides the kind of calm and nurturing environment that we know enables our kids to thrive but there are also simple and doable means for replicating that experience at home - for both you and your kids! The Simplicity Parenting Family Life course offers the opportunity for parents to reduce stressors in the home and enjoy a more peaceful and connected home life.
Parents who want to start applying these powerful practices will get the structure and supportive environment needed to adapt these techniques to their household through a series of meetings facilitated by WWS parent and Simplicity Parenting facilitator Drew Sample.
WWS families will be able to take advantage of aftercare for their child/ren (at the usual drop-in rate; please confirm space with the department coordinators), so that they can focus their attention exclusively on the course material and discussion. WWS families also will receive a $95 discount on the course by using the discount code "WWSfam."
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High School Student Council Bake Sale
Tuesday, Nov 14 at 3pm
Stop by the front of the school at dismissal next Tuesday for Pumpkin Pie & Warm Apple Cider.
Cash only, please.
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Lunch Music
Wednesday, Nov 15 at 12:35pm
The WWS music faculty cordially invites you to our first monthly “Lunch Music” offering on Wednesday, Nov 15. This month’s theme is focused around the Indian festival of Diwali, which falls on Nov 12 this year. Lunch Music is open to the entire community.
Bring your lunch to the auditorium and enjoy story, song, and dance while you eat! WWS Children’s Garden faculty member Janaki Srikant will tell a story of Diwali to begin, and Grade 5 will preset a short program of songs and dances from the Indian traditions they have been studying in Morning Lesson.
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Employment Opportunities
We are hiring for a number of positions - both teaching and administrative faculty. If you know of any candidates, please share the list of open positions on our website and encourage them to apply!
Open Positions include: Enrollment Associate, High School Math Substitute Teacher, Class Teacher ('24-'25), Faculty Chair/Head of School ('24-'25)
https://www.washingtonwaldorf.org/about/employment/
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Last Face Painting Training Session This Weekend | |
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Be a face/hand painter at the Bazaar!
Face painting is a beloved Bazaar tradition, and it takes many wonderful folks to make this happen for the children. Middle schoolers, high schoolers and adults are invited to learn the tricks and techniques and volunteer as a face painter at the Bazaar.
Virginia Ibarra, a WWS alum parent, will hold one more practice session at her home, 7 Carver Rd, Cabin John, MD on Nov 11 from 10:30am-12:30pm.
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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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Classifieds & Events from the Community | |
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Cello for Sale
From Cindy Martin, WWS Alum Family
Selling a full size cello made by Anton Schroeder in Germany. In very good condition with a bow and a case. Appraised at $1,200.
Please contact Cindy Martin at Cindyb.martin@verizon.net
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Washington Waldorf School
4800 Sangamore Road,
Bethesda, MD 20816
301-229-6107
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