Waldorf Weekly 5/2
- KJ Gerhardt
- 19 hours ago
- 8 min read
Updated: 2 hours ago
May
5/8 Medieval Feast, Grade 6
5/9 Medieval Games, Grade 6
Community Singing, 8:30am (Community Room)
Craft Guild, 9:30am (Community Room)
5/16 Pentathlon, Grade 5
Community Singing, 8:30am (Community Room)
Craft Guild, 9:30am (Community Room)
5/22 High School Graduation
5/23 Last Day of School for Pre-K and Kindergarten
5/26 Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL
5/28 Last Day of School - early dismissal
Field Day, Grades 1-12
!!!Spirit Week!!!
Tie-Dye Tuesday
Wacky Wednesday
Dress-like-a-Teacher Thursday
MAY DAY and Flower Power Friday!!!
Saturday Park Cleaning Earth Day
HS Mandarin students and faculty volunteering for flying pig packet pickup.
The Seniors visited Blue Hell Studios for blacksmithing and metalwork.
7th grade traveled to Spring Garden Waldorf School for Renaissance Faire!
Please Note: No Left Turn Into Carline from Chestnut Street
Overall, our traffic flow and safety protocols during drop-off and pick-up have drastically improved! Thank you for your support and cooperation.
The one remaining issue is that cars continue to turn left into carline from Chestnut Street. This essentially amounts to "cutting the line" and should not be done. Please join the line at the end and make a right turn into the parking lot during drop-off and pick-up. Line jumping is not a sport 😂
The best option is to go out to Wooster, rather than trying to proceed down Chestnut and making another left turn into carline from Edith.
We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your help!
Save the Date for the Graduating Class of 2025
New Lead Teachers in our Early Childhood Department
Ali Rosenthal - Woodland Preschool
Ali (known to the children as Ms. Rose) came to CWS three years ago, following her work within the Pennsylvania Bureau of Child and Family Services. After enrolling her oldest child in first grade, she quickly fell in love with the Waldorf approach and the vibrant CWS community. This connection led her to the early childhood classrooms where she has spent the past several years supporting young children and receiving Waldorf training as an assistant teacher. Ali is honored to step into the role of lead teacher in the Woodland Preschool classroom next fall. She is excited to continue nurturing the natural wonder, joy, and curiosity the young children bring to each day.
Outside of the classroom, Ali is mother to three boys—all of whom are now students at Cincinnati Waldorf School! She cherishes time spent with her family foraging in nature or watching baseball together. In quieter times she enjoys reading fantasy novels and listening to her growing record collection.
A fun fact about Ali: She is deeply passionate about food cultivation and herbalism. She finds joy in gathering friends and loved ones around nourishing, home-cooked meals as a way to foster connection and build community.
Sara Miller - Willow Tree Kindergarten
CWS has been on the cusp of opening a third mixed-age kindergarten class for quite a few years and we’re happy to announce that enrollment has increased to the point that it’s finally happening next school year. We are even happier that Sara Miller will be the lead teacher of our new Willow Tree Kindergarten class!
Sara joined the CWS community in 2024 as an assistant and substitute teacher supporting the early childhood, grade school, and high school programs while completing her doctorate in education at the University of Cincinnati. Sara's research on teaching with compassion inspired her to further explore Waldorf education this school year. She has worked for more than a decade in the field of early childhood education across the city of Cincinnati as a teacher, social worker, parenting coach, and professor! Sara earned a Bachelor's degree in Child Development from Miami University, a Master’s degree in Educational Research and Child Study from the University of Cincinnati, and she will graduate in May with a Doctorate in Education. This summer she will also begin an Early Childhood Waldorf Teacher Certification Program.
Outside of the classroom, Sara loves to hike with her two retired racing greyhounds - Richard and Minnie! She also loves to camp, sing, garden, watch classic movies, and hula hoop. One fun thing about Sara and her husband, Jack, is that they travel the world to help animals! They have cared for elephants in Thailand, protected sea turtle nests in Costa Rica, rescued dogs in Spain, and rehabilitated donkeys in Aruba. Where will they go next?
Saren Wozniak - Afternoon First Grade Readiness Class
Saren came to CWS two years ago after graduating from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Science in Child Development. She has been our First Grade Assistant both years as well as subbing in kindergarten classes when needed. She is much loved by students, teachers, and parents alike! Next year she will spend her afternoons with our full day kindergarten class of rising first graders, keeping them busy with activities designed to build stamina and academic readiness. Her mornings will continue to be spent assisting in the grade school.
Saren grew up in Portland, Oregon and has a deep love of wild blackberries, moss, and hiking to waterfalls. She loves reading, playing guitar and singing, whitewater rafting, and cooking with her husband, Nick.
More fun facts about Saren:
She spends most of her evenings going on walks, bike rides, picnics, or playing pickleball.
Saren moved to Cincinnati two years ago from Southeastern Idaho and has loved Ohio and the community here.
This summer she plans to hike throughout Oregon with her family and go rafting in New River Gorge with friends.
Please join us in welcoming these dynamic teachers to their new positions at CWS!
Courtyard & Garden Project: Volunteers Wanted!
This past week CWS students and faculty have been working together to transform and beautify the courtyard into a play space for Early Childhood. Part of this endeavor is moving all of the gravel from the courtyard to the community garden at Ann Becker. We have been having classes fill the buckets and then load the buckets onto a trailer which Ms. Nicole has been driving back and forth. Classes walk over to the garden during the school day to then empty those buckets. The little ones enjoy spreading the gravel out. Its been a hoot!
If you would like to help us with this project, please drop into the front office — and we will put you to work 🙌
Cincinnati Waldorf School PA Fundraiser
The Parent Association at the Cincinnati Waldorf School is dedicated to building our community of parents and supporting our faculty. All funds raised will go directly back to Cincinnati Waldorf School by supporting initiatives such as Holiday Faire, Faculty Appreciation Week, parent education nights, and community-wide social events.
Order flowers, seeds, and bulbs for spring HERE !!!
Hiring: Open Positions for the 2025-2026 School Year
Click HERE to learn more!
Camp Kupaa Mwanga with Ms. Ayesha
Ages:
For Rising 1st graders through 8th grade.
***High School Volunteers Wanted***
Visit: https://www.campkupaamwanga.com/ for more information!
Chinese Language, Art, and Performance Summer Camp with Ms. Wang for Grades 1-12
We are excited to offer a unique, immersive experience that blends the rich traditions of Chinese language, art, and performance. Our camp is designed for small groups, ensuring personalized attention and a deeper connection with the culture and activities we explore. The camp is available for children Grades 1-12. If a sibling is of a 1-12 Grader is in Pre-K or Kindergarten they may participate but must be paired with their sibling.
What to Expect:
Chinese Language Learning
Daily Meditation & Chinese Choreography
Chinese Art & Ink Painting
Chinese Opera Appreciation
Nature Exploration: Experience the beauty of nature on a Creek Walk through Pioneer Park, as well as a hike in the Johnson Nature Preserve where we will connect with the natural world and enjoy its tranquility.
Cooking Class on Fridays
Each activity is designed to not only enhance the child's understanding of Chinese culture but also encourage personal growth and creativity in a nurturing and supportive environment.
Camp Weeks Offered
July 28th-Aug 1st
Aug 4th-Aug 8th
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM *extended hours before and after are available.
Location
Nearby Johnson Nature Preserve and Pioneer Park in Montgomery
Camp Cost - $395 per week
Registration fee - $25
If you have any questions or wish to register, please email Jamie Wang at
We look forward to having you join us for an unforgettable summer!
Math Summer Camp with Jamie York Academy
Teachers and Parents! Do you have a student who needs to do a bit of “catching up”? This math summer camp may be the perfect solution! The Jamie York Academy provides a 3-week summer camp for Grades 6-11 using our Making Math Meaningful™ curriculum.
Join us online from July 21 to August 7, 2025.
Go to www.jamieyorkacademy.com/summer-camp/ for more information.
Eurythmy Opportunity with Connie Michael
How do we hold the forces of opposition in harmony? We can observe the yin/yang of nature, our workday and family life.
Eurythmy may be abstract for some, but it's foundational in the rhythmical life and processes of nature and offers deep knowledge of the human being. Alignment of the 3-fold soul forces are sources for exercises that provide health giving forces and an antidote to our modern stresses.
Please join us on Thursday(s) in May for an hour-long session of relaxing and exhilarating movement.
When: May 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 9:45-11 am. Come for one class, several, or all.
Where: 179 Lafayette Circle, Cincinnati, Oh 45220
Suggested donation: $20 per class, $100 for the block.
Restorative Roots - Gardening Class and Plant Sale
Are you looking to hone garden skills or learn how to grow your own food and flowers? From seed, to soil, to harvest, come learn the basics and beyond with CWS parent and experienced educator, Lauren Wulker, in a 5 part hands-on garden series. Let's grow together in knowledge, community and well being.
$30/class, Mondays, 6-8pm, April 21st, May 5th, May 19th, June 2nd, and June 16th. For more information & to register visit: www.restorativerootsltd.com/education
Already a garden guru, but looking for quality organic vegetable, herb, and flower starts to plant this year? Save the date for the annual Restorative Roots plant sale.
Mothers Renewal Retreat
FREE Uber Rides and Loaner Cars When You Choose AVID for your Car Care Needs!
A HUGE thank you to our sponsor, AVID, for making care car simpler!
Need an oil change? Drop your car at AVID and get a FREE Uber to and from work - or wherever you need to go! How amazing is that?!
CWS Alum Simon Burkey and S.B. Tree Service Offer $15 off Coupon for CWS Families!
Founded in 2020 by Simon Burkey, S.B. Tree Service has built a trusted relationship
with the members of the Greater Cincinnati Region. Our team works hard to keep your
trees healthy and safe.
Rooted in care for our community, we offer expert tree removal, pruning, planting, stump
removal and more. Over the years we have grown our team to 18 experts and worked
on countless projects throughout Cincinnati and the surrounding area. Seven of our
employees are proud alums of the Cincinnati Waldorf School! With a focus on safety,
precision, and customer satisfaction, we aim to enhance the beauty and health of our
neighborhood trees.
S.B. Tree Service strives to satisfy every customer, from a broad range of services we
offer. Looking for wood chips? Give us a call and we’ll put you on our dump list and next
time we’re working nearby we’ll dump wood chips for no charge! Looking to get an
arborist opinion on the current health of the trees on your property? Shoot us an email
or call us at (513)510-0024 to schedule a free estimate!
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
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