From Drew Sample, Enrollment Associate

It's not often you get to celebrate math with a feast. So, the WWS math faculty made sure to do Pi Day (3/14) right! Students ate pies; parents ate pies; and amid all the buttery, flaky pastry and sweet and savory fillings we all learned quite a lot! 

Middle school is when pi comes into play in the WWS math curriculum, so naturally the middle schoolers are the main recipients of pies (although a few high schoolers did their best MS impersonations to join the fun). Grades 6, 7 & 8 spent the week exploring pi through experiential learning. They gained a practical and personal understanding of how pi is derived and its significance. To top it off, they celebrated with a feast of arguably too many pies and a few overfilled bellies. 

But parents can't let the students have all the fun, so the night before March 14 we had our own pi(e) party! WWS math faculty Sarah Heirman and Nick DeVinney led us through experiential exercises from Grades 7 and 10 to give us a view into how math is taught differently at WWS. They also gave an overview of the WWS math curriculum - from setting the foundations for observation and computation in kindergarten all the way through calculus in Grade 12. Naturally, the parents had plenty of pie as well. 

If you didn't make it to Pi(e) Night and would like a brief overview of the WWS math curriculum, check out this snapshot of the curriculum, with a focus on how pi is revisited in increasingly sophisticated ways throughout the grades.

WWS Middle and High School students celebrate Pi Day 2025!

As part of our ongoing commitment to providing a top-tier Waldorf education, WWS is excited to announce the addition of a new faculty position to oversee educational support for our middle and high school students. This position will focus on supporting students with diverse learning needs through individualized and small-group instruction and through collaboration with faculty and families.

A cornerstone of Waldorf education is meeting the children who are in front of us with teaching that provides what they need to thrive in the context in which they live. We are confident that this new role will not only enhance our current students' educational experiences but also contribute to our ability to grow enrollment and retain students for years to come.

We are currently interviewing for the position and look forward to announcing a new faculty member soon. If you know of anyone who may be a good fit, they can review the job description on our website and learn how to apply. 

Congratulations to 14 of our high school students who had artwork accepted into the 2025 "Artists on the Rise" juried exhibition at the Montpeliier Arts Center in Laurel Maryland! Stop by before April 13 to see the following students' work on display: Adeline (G12), Aniyah (G12), Beatrice (G10), Bonnie (G12), Elio (G12), Gherardo(G12), Jasper (G12), Johanna (G9), Molly (G9), Nelani (G9), Priya (G9), Salomo (G12), Sarah (G11), Sebastian (G12).

The annual competition is open to all high school artists in the greater Washington, DC area. Now in its 13th year, the exhibition spotlights the talents of visual artists ages 13-18 from the DMV. The juror will award prizes based on artistic excellence, with cash prizes for first, second, and third place.

EXHIBITION DATES: on view March 12–April 13

Gallery hours are 10am–5pm, seven days a week. 

AWARDS RECEPTION: Saturday, March 22, from 1–3 pm 

Montpelier Arts Center

9652 Muirkirk Road

Laurel, MD 20708

Did you know that all WWS parents and guardians are automatically a part of the Parent/Family Organization? Attending a meeting is a great way to learn more about how to get involved and to make new connections! Choose whichever meeting works best for your schedule.

Open PFO Meetings

• Tuesday, March 25 at 8:45am (in person)
• Tuesday, March 25 at 8pm (virtual)

Please save the date for our next Open PFO Meetings on Tuesday, March 25. We will host an in-person session at 8:45 am in the entrance hall and a virtual session at 8pm on Zoom. 

These will be duplicate sessions, so attend whichever works best for your schedule. We hope to see you there!

Class of 2025 Senior Project Presentations

Wednesday, March 26 from 4:30-8pm

Every year, seniors may elect to do an independent project delving into a topic that particularly interests and inspires them. The process begins with a proposal at the end of 11th grade. Following approval, they work independently for about a year, supported by a mentor. Students also have a class in the 2nd and 3rd quarters of 12th grade to further develop and discuss their projects. This process culminates in a public presentation for the community.

This year, 7 Seniors will present their projects on Wednesday, March 26 from 4:30-8pm, with a short dinner break. Presentations will be followed by Q&A.

The following students will present (order TBD):

• Eli Adelmann - What Makes a Car a Driver's Car?
• Sebastian Chang-Leung - Year of the Cat: A Solo Game Dev Experiment
• Isa de Michele - An iPad, an Apple Pencil, and a Dream: The Making of an Animation
• Jasper Gorokhov - Humanity and Violence in the Storm and Stress Era
• Nayila Elisha Gross - Education Inequality in US Public Schools
• Bonnie Metzger-Fleetwood - The AI Alignment Problem
• Maria Muñoz - Linguistics and its Application in Criminal Investigations

We are looking forward to a joyous evening with nervousness and anticipation... Please join us for the presentations!

Due to the topics being presented, we recommend this event for audience members in Grade 6 and above. Students, parents, and friends are invited to join us in the auditorium.

Craft & Conversation: Gala Décor Painting

Thursday, March 27 from 8:30-10am

Join us for a morning of creativity and connection as we paint décor for the Washington Waldorf School Annual Gala! Together, we’ll decorate a plank of a floating staircase—symbolizing our community’s journey and its Gala theme "A Waldorf Fairy Tale." This collaborative artwork will reflect our Gala giving tagline: "Imagining Every Step of the Way." 

Come enjoy meaningful conversation, express your creativity, and help bring this magical vision to life! Non-school-age kids are welcome! If you have paint or paint brushes to share, we welcome that, but all necessary supplies will be provided.

Trustees Council Meeting

Thursday, March 27 at 6pm (open session)

This month, the Trustees Council (TC) will have a joint session with the College at 4:30pm. The open portion of the TC meeting is scheduled to begin at 6pm.

WWS TC meetings are held monthly. The first 45 minutes (approximately) are open to the community, and all are welcome to attend. 

At the beginning of each TC meeting, there is a brief study of Waldorf Education / Anthroposophy. Following the study is a comprehensive report from our Head of School/Faculty Chair that includes updates from the various administrative departments of the school as well as other pertinent information. The PFO Executive Team also shares updates from their work with the school community during this portion of the meeting. 

Grandparents & Special Friends Day – Submit Info by April 7!

We are thrilled to welcome loved ones to campus for Grandparents & Special Friends Day on Friday, May 2! Guests will enjoy a breakfast reception, class visits, and student performances as they experience a special glimpse into our school.

To ensure they receive a personal invitation and event details, please submit mailing addresses and emails by April 7. Special friends should be family members or parent-like figures who are at least college-aged.

We look forward to celebrating this meaningful tradition with your families!

Saturday, April 26

The magic is unfolding, and tickets for the Washington Waldorf School Annual Gala are now available! Secure your place at this spellbinding soirée by visiting our Gala website, where you can purchase your ticket for $200 per guest.

For those who wish to spread even more fairy dust, consider purchasing multiple tickets through our sponsorship options—a wonderful way to support our mission while gathering your own enchanted court! You may also underwrite a teacher’s ticket on the buy tickets page, helping ensure our beloved faculty can join in the merriment. If you are an Alum, keep your eyes peeled for an enchanting offer that will be featured in our upcoming Alum newsletter!

Don’t forget to select your entrée as you complete your reservation—every detail of this magical night is crafted just for you!

Secure your spot before the clock strikes midnight (or, you know, before we sell out)! 

Buy Tickets

If you have any questions please email Erika.

WashingtonFAMILY and Montgomery Magazine are both looking for nomminations for "best of" listings in their publications. Take a minute and nominate WWS today!

• Washington Family's 2025 Best for Families Awards

• 2025 Montgomery Magazine Readers’ Choice

Digital Well-Being: How Can We Help Kids Navigate a World Where Everything is Shared and Compared?

Wednesday, April 30 from 7-8:30pm

Zoom Webinar

PCW is pleased to welcome Dr. Devorah Heitner, author of Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World.

From Roblox to Instagram to TikTok, the boundaries of privacy for our children are stretched increasingly thin. Dr. Heitner will share insights into how we can help our kids be thoughtful about their boundaries, identity, privacy, and reputation as they grow up “in public” on social media apps.

The event’s discussion format will feature ample opportunity for Q&A. We welcome questions in advance for our speaker which may be submitted to administration@parentscouncil.org.

All PCW member school parents and caregivers, administrators, faculty and staff are invited.

Learn More & Register

March

20/ Thursday

• G2 Parent/Guardian Meeting, 7:30pm

25/ Tuesday

• Open PFO Meeting (In Person), 8:45am (see above)
• Open PFO Meeting (Virtual), 8pm (see above)

26/ Wednesday

• Sr Projects Presentations, 4:30pm (see above)

27/ Thursday

• Community Singing, 8:30am
• Craft & Conversation, 8:30am (see above)
• TC Meeting - Joint session with the College first hour, 4:30pm (see above)

28/ Friday

• 12:30 Dismissal - Spring Break

Spring Break March 31 - April 4

🏀🏀🏀View the Athletics Calendar on our website.

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:

• Children's Garden - Tarina Szemzo
• Lower School Coordinator - Margaret Mansker
• High School Administrator - Bonnie McClelland
• Operations Manager - Laur Garner

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• Please submit listings by COB Tuesdays with the subject "Bulletin Submission."
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• 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.

FiberArt.STUDIO Classes & Camps

The FiberArt.STUDIO in Bethesda is a happy place for some WWS students participating in after school classes and summer camps. The registration for weekly camps from mid-July to end of August is now live at www.FiberArt.studio.

Scholarships are also available, based on financial need and availability. For questions contact Anja Caldwell at anja@fiberart.studio.

Art of Living Foundation Event

From Marlene Sandhu, WWS Parent

Thursday, March 20 from 7-9pm

Unlocking Happiness: A Special Evening with Gurudev, Moderated by Harvard’s Arthur Brooks

The Warner Theatre in DC

Tickets: aolf.me/uhdc

What are we each doing to uplift ourselves and others and be in community? 

Join an uplifting evening of:

• deep discussion on happiness & fulfillment with Gurudev and Arthur Brooks
• guided meditation experience with Gurudev
• takeaways for stress management, well-being, and personal resilience

Events from The AntiRacist Table

From Lynn Turner, Former Faculty & Alum Parent

Sunday, April 13

Spring Awakening Workshop: Reconnect, Realign and Renew

Step into the energy of spring and awaken your spirit in this immersive, soul-nourishing experience. This 4-hour workshop is designed to help you Reconnect with your inner wisdom, Realign with your true path, and Renew your energy for the season ahead.

Learn More & Register

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