Going back to my first response on how Waldorf has changed since its inception, I'd like to point you in the direction of Waldorf teacher Steve Sagarin's blog. Steve is an incredibly intelligent man who is both a great supporter of...
Something interesting to add to the discussion...
I work in the public school system and have recently been attending meetings about the new common core standards that will be implemented next year. These are being introduced in nearly...
SplashingPuddle, you raise valid and important points that I personally think should be raised more often in the Waldorf sphere. I generally do not think Waldorf will evolve philosophically. The educational movement is rooted in...
Thanks for the thoughtful responses. I just want to add that I'm not asking for advice, but was merely curious about the expectations Waldorf parents hold about their children's teachers.
This is a very good question. On the one hand, Waldorf is based on a very specific philosophy of child development, and I don't foresee that philosophy changing much in the future. On the other hand, the cultures of Waldorf schools HAVE...
Perhaps look into the Camphill movement? Or search for "therapeutic" along with "Waldorf" or "anthroposophy". You may even try looking at "Waldorf extra lessons."
As I stated in the welcome thread, I am an educator working my way towards Waldorf certification. Just out of my own curiosity, how do you as parents feel about the educational backgrounds of Waldorf teachers?
If you got to choose,...
Just throwing it out there as you already live in Ohio--have you looked at Cincinnati? They have an exceptional Waldorf school with a brand new campus. It's one of my dream schools! You wouldn't escape the weather, though! Other "dream...
I would be concerned about a class so large. Even in Waldorf schools, where rhythm, structure, and respect prevail, teachers have practical limits to their abilities! A larger class means less individual attention, and it makes it more...
