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School Bulletin for the week of January 9, 2008
social inclusion training
Kim John Payne will be returning to continue his Social Inclusion Training with the Chicago Waldorf School community. Kim John will lead two in-service days Monday-Tuesday, January 21-22 with the CWS Faculty and Staff, a one day training with the Social Inclusion Coordinating Committee on Wednesday, January 23, and a workshop with a Student Social Inclusion Committee on Thursday, January 24. We are very excited to have Kim John return to work with us on this important topic.
In addition, Kim John will present a lecture entitled The Soul of Discipline on Wednesday, January 23 at 7:30pm with refreshments at 7:00pm. The following is an excerpt from Kim’s website that describes this lecture:
A parent’s journey is filled with both precious moments and difficult situations. Our sense of how we are doing is often determined by the way in which we respond to the flashpoints of parenting. These moments will either refine or consume us.
Parenting and discipline styles have changed over the years yet often these influences flow into our family and classroom life today. It is so revealing to explore discipline styles past and present, from the old “blind obedience” to behavior modifications based on punishment and reward or even to our present day behavior affirmation, often expressed as the “good job” culture.
While these tools have their place, this presentation will set out three cumulative discipline phases. Firstly, training creative compliance for the young child, secondly, building emotional skills for the elementary age, and lastly, for the teenager, managing critical choices.
We hope you’ll join us for this presentation! Tapes of Kim John Payne’s lectures will also be available for sale at the door. You can also learn more about Kim John’s work by visiting his website.
Colleen Everhart, for the College of Teachers
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All Are Welcome!
CWS Open House focusing on Parent/Child, Early Childhood & Grade School This Sunday, January 13, 2008 from 2:00-4:00pm
All are welcome to attend our Open House this Sunday. Bring your entire family and invite your friends. For more information or questions, please contact Lisa Payton by e-mail, or call her directly at 773.465.2371.
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speaker series
January is Speaker Series month! Starting next week we will host four speakers:
• Luigi Fiumara will come to CWS on Thursday, January 17th at 7:30pm.
The house we live in and the office we work in become more than just “spaces” after a point in time. They become a part of us. But today, when time and space are at premium, the finer aspects of architecture often take a backseat.
This quote describes the work of Luigi Fiumara, Lead Architect of the Visual Arts Section of the Goethaeneum. Mr. Fiumara’s work with the ideas of Living Organic Architecture is internationally known. The Chicago Waldorf School is pleased to be hosting Mr. Fiumara as part of our Speaker Series this month. All are warmly invited to attend his public lecture at 7:30pm on Thursday, January 17. His insights, expertise and practical advice will doubtless provide excellent reference points for CWS as we continue to make the house we live in a home for the future.
Future guests include:
• Kim John Payne, who will return to CWS on Wednesday, January 23rd at 7:30pm
• Douglas Gerwin, who will speak at CWS on Tuesday, January 29th at 7:30pm
• Diane Levin, who will give a public lecture co-hosted by CWS at Lake Shore School at 6:30pm on Wednesday, January 30th.
We hope you will be able to join us for one or more of these exciting offerings.
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cancellation
The 8th Grade Parent Evening originally scheduled for Thursday, January 17th has been cancelled in order to make it possible for parents to attend the Luigi Fiumara lecture. The new date will be announced when determined.
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calendar note
Please note that there will be no classes on January 21-22.
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around the blocks
Here is what is coming up next on the grade school block rotation:
• 1st Grade – Ms. Petersen / Form Drawing
• 2nd Grade – Mrs. Sullivan / Language Arts: King of Ireland’s Son, Arithmetic
• 3rd Grade – Ms. Triggiano / Language Arts, Punctuation
• 4th Grade – Ms. Desouches / Science: Human Being & Animal
• 5th Grade – Ms. Vaca / History, Language Arts: Ancient India & Ancient Persia
• 6th Grade – Mrs. Moskowitz / Science: Astronomy
• 7th Grade – Ms. Szymanski / Language Arts: Creative Writing
• 8th Grade – Mr. Husseini / Language Arts: Creative Writing
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media updates
As many of you saw the CTA ads over December, now you can listen to our ads as well! This week Chicago Waldorf School is featured on the Lite 93.9 WLIT FM on the streaming version of their radio station. CWS is featured several times a day, along with a visual to announce our upcoming Open House this Sunday.
Stefanie Safran, Director of Marketing & Communications
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driving for dollars
Parents or legal guardians who provide transportation to and from school because free transportation is not available for their children may be eligible to receive money from the state of Illinois to help offset some of the cost. To qualify, you must live over 1.5 miles from school. This transportation reimbursement program has been in effect for some time and Waldorf parents have taken advantage of the program in the past. To apply, parents must submit social security number and claim amount or distance from home to CWS to the Front Office. This information is then submitted electronically to the State Board of Education. We suggest that parents come to the front office to verify eligibility and begin the process. Requests must be submitted no later than June 30. Contact Kristin Pellicori, Main Office Manager, with any questions.
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high school news
around the blocks
Here is the latest block rotation in the high school:
• 9th Grade – Main Lesson: History through Art with Mr. Dozier, Art Block: Metals with Mrs. Vig
• 10th Grade – Main Lesson: Meteorology with Mr. Holdrege, Art Block: Drama with Ms. Everhart
• 11th Grade – Main Lesson: Astronomy with Mr. Kotz, Art Block: Bookbinding with Mrs. Melvin
• 12th Grade – Main Lesson: Senior Project Block with Mrs. Huckabay, Art Block: Sculpture with Mrs. Vig
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community announcements
plan for learning
Janet Oliver, neurodevelopmental specialist from Plan for Learning near Minneapolis, will be in Chicago again January 24th and 25th. She will be a vailable to do reflex integration screening and follow-up sessions as well as a Handle follow-up sessions at a private home near the Chicago Waldorf School. The cost is $95 for a 1 1/2 hour screening. Visit their website for more information. Contact Margaret McGuire at 773.828.8460; during winter break call 773.271.8379 or e-mail for an appointment.
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madonna series
Members of the Rudolf Steiner Branch (4249 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago) will offer a presentation of The Madonna Series with lyre accompaniment on Saturday, January 12, at 7:30pm. In 1911, Dr. Felix Piepers, with the advice from Rudolf Steiner, worked out a suggested series of Madonna paintings, mostly by Rafael, to be used in the treatment of his patients. These paintings have been presented over the years as a kind of tonic for those with depleted energy and soulforces, as well as children and adults in need of special care. The presentation of this sequence of paintings and music can be especially useful in our lives today. Admission is free; donations are suggested. Contact Debbie Barford at 773.561.7910 for any questions or more information.
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classified ads
Rogers Park House for Sale: Large, fully restored, Victorian home to be listed in early 2008; vacated 6/08. Approx 2500 sq ft with basement. 10 rooms, including 32’ x 16’ living, formal dining, breakfast room, study, 4 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, 2 fireplaces, double lot, professional landscaping, pool, wooden play equipment, 2 1/2 car garage, great neighbors, and much more. $835,000. Drive by for a look before it’s listed: 1921 W. Morse Ave., and call Melanie Hopp at 773.973.2582.
A helping nature is a gift indeed! Searching for the perfect Mother’s Helper to assist mother of three with light household tasks (laundry, vacuuming, etc.) and/or limited childcare as needed preferably on Mondays. 1 block from Fullerton EL stop. Hours and pay are flexible. Short or long-term depending upon our agreed need. Contact Deborah at 773.755.9557 or via e-mail.
10% Off All Purchases from Tree Hollow Toys through Jan. 31st. No minimum purchase! Use coupon code chicagowaldorf. Tree Hollow Toys features beautiful, hand made, natural toys including a line created in Chicago by Waldorf Parent Marisa Pawelko, owner of Modern Surrealist. For more information on this creative collaboration, please visit Tree Hollow Toys and Modern Surrealist.
Congratulations to Zoe & Eli Miller’s Aunt Aimee! She has produced her first CD of original children’s music called Can You Come Out and Play? just in time for the holidays! You may remember her, since she has donated performances to some of the past Waldorf festivals. Check out her music at the Can You Come Out And Play website.
Seeking Sanctuary for Yourself or Someone You Love? Consider giving the gift of a Sanctuary Space workshop! Sanctuary Space is dedicated to the concept that everyone deserves to feel supported and nourished in their home. We will co-create an environment which inspires and delights! Join Sue Smock-Lawson for a 5 week workshop series Wednesday mornings from 9-11:30am starting January 9th. The cost of the series is $125.00. Also available for in-home consulting as featured in last year’s CWS auction. For more info or to register, please contact Sue at 847.864.3398 or 847.212.3478.
Studio or Small Apt urgently needed for a single woman. Can pay between $500-550 per month. Her wish is for a place in the Ravenswood or Lincoln Sq. Areas. Please call 312.217.1768.
Oak drafting/drawing cabinet for sale – it has 5 drawers. Measurements are: 14.5” high, 45.5” wide, 34” deep. The top is 3/4” and base is 4” tall. Asking only $150, delivery is included. Contact Debbie Barford 773.561.7910.
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Four Seasons Shop School Store Gifts for All Ages!!
Four Seasons Shop School Store
• Store Hours
Tuesday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
New! Now Open Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm
Closed Sunday & Monday
773.828.8800
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Bulletin Submission Guidelines
New Deadline: As of October 15, 2007, the deadline for all Bulletin copy is 3:00pm Thursday for inclusion in the following edition.
Submission Guidelines: All submissions must be typed. No handwritten submissions will be accepted. All submissions are subject to editing. Please email submissions to Stefanie Safran.
Community Announcements: Public events (open houses, lectures, performances) can run free of charge in the Community Announcemens section; there is a limit of one insertion per event.
Classified Ads:
All ads must be paid at the time of submission. A classified run is two insertions. Price per classified run:
• $6 – students, parents, staff
• $9 – alumni (students only)
• $12 – all others
Once your ad has run twice we cannot contract for immediate additional insertions. All advertising for goods and/or services will go under the Classified Ads banner.
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