Newsletter Archive
School Bulletin for the Week of May 16, 2007
annual fund update
There are just a few weeks left until the end of school and the close of the Annual Fund campaign. We're closing in on our goal of $245,000 and have just a handful of families in each class who haven't yet decided to participate. If you're one of those families, most likely, you've put it off or forgotten amidst all the hubbub of spring. But if you're making a conscious decision not to contribute, please let the Development Office (773.828.8456) know so that your concerns can be addressed. Remember: the Annual Fund is our collective effort to support the short and long-term health of the school.
Early Childhood
•EC Matson = 58%
•EC Donkel = 77%
•EC Hart = 55%
•EC Bruck = 59%
•EC Culbert = 55%
Grade School
•1st Grade = 74%
•2nd Grade = 75%
•3rd Grade = 70%
•4th Grade = 65%
•5th Grade = 48%
•6th Grade = 53%
•7th Grade = 71%
•8th Grade = 77%
High School
•9th Grade = 72%
•10th Grade = 71%
•11th Grade = 75%
•12th Grade = 70%%
-Andrea Ragan Director, Annual Fund & Alumni Programs
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Special Limited Time Engagement!
3 Performances Only!
The 12th Grade Presents:
J. M. Barrie's Original Version
Peter Pan
•Thursday, May 17 • 7:30pm
• Friday, May 18 • 7:30pm
•Saturday, May 19 • 7:30pm
Suitable for All Ages!
Donations Gratefully Accepted at the Door
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may fair farewell
It was a perfectly lovely May Fair! Thanks to all who came, who gave of their time and talents, and helped in so many ways to make it a wonderful day. Catch next week's Bulletin for a more detailed list of THANK YOUs!
Those of you who brought their baked goods in 'recyclable' containers can find them on the table in the Main Lobby.
-Mary Jo Graden, Events Co-ordinator
Isabel Liss & Sara Zimmerman, May Fair Parent Co-chairs
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errata correction
The date and time listed for the Circus Club performance in last week’s edition was incorrect. The correct date and time is Friday, May 25th, at 5:30pm.
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Yearbooks are available for $40! What better way to relive the 2006-2007 year than by leafing through the pages of The Loop? Please make checks payable to the Chicago Waldorf School. Orders and payments can be submitted to Kristin Pellicori in the Main Office or Tiffany Ying in the High School Office.
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you do the math!
Last week's problem was:
Jane travels back and forth to work along the same 20 mile route every day. In the morning she hits traffic so her average speed is only 40 mph. On her way home she averages 60 mph. What is her average speed for the entire daily commute? (Hint: Be careful…)
Ahh, the classic average speed question. It's easy to fall into the trap that Jane's average speed is 50 mph. When one steps back and looks at the problem, one sees that Jane travels an average of 40 mph for a longer period of time than she travels an average of 60 mph.
Here is the answer submitted from Jacque Harper:
Jane's average speed is 48 miles per hour. She travels 20 miles in 30 minutes and 20 miles in 20 minutes; a total of 40miles in 50 minutes. 40 miles divided by 5⁄6 (of an) hour reduces to 40 multiplied by 6⁄5 which is 8 times 6 which is 48.
Why is Jane commuting this insane distance each day?! She should arrange with her employer to telecommute at least 2⁄5 of the time, or perhaps consider moving to a location which is closer to her workplace. She will save time, money and fossil fuel⁄carbon dioxide. She will have more time to do the things she would like to do, perhaps spending it with friends or family. Good heavens, I hope that she's taking a train or something! Or at least carpooling!!!
Good answer, Jacque, although I bet you may have been one of those students who was good at taking the teacher off on tangents in class. Clay Henley and John Trevillion also submitted correct answers.
I hope you enjoyed that problem, here is another (this will be the last problem of the year but never worry, more problems will be forthcoming in the 2007-2008 school year):
A charitable lady met a poor man to whom she gave one cent more than half of what she had in her purse. The poor fellow, who
was a member of the United Mendicants' Association, managed, while tendering his thanks, to chalk the organization's sign of 'a good thing' to her clothing. As a result, she met many objects of charity as she proceeded on her journey. To the second applicant she gave 2 cents more than half of what she had left. To the third beggar she gave three cents more than half of the remainder. She now had one penny left. How much money did she start out with?
Remember all answers should be submitted to Andrew Starzynski or Brian Gleichauf Enjoy!
-Coach Starzynski
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high school news
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sounds of silence
It will be strangely quiet in the east wing starting next week. Why? Because all the high school classes will be away on their service learning trips. Each year all the high school students and many of the faculty scatter, near and far, to participate in Service Learning experiences for two weeks. This year the students will be gone beginning Monday May 21st through June 2nd. Here’s where they’re headed:
•The 9th grade will head north to Osceola, Wisconsin to work at the Community Homestead Farm.
•The 10th grade will be in the southwest in Taos, New Mexico to help transport yurts.
•The 11th grade goes east to Kimberton, Pennsylvania to work at Camphill Village.
•The seniors will be in the west at a Navajo reservation in Canyon de Chelly, Arizona.
These annual trips are part of the Waldorf high school curriculum and provide our students with an opportunity to participate in meaningful work.
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coach's desk
Congratulations to the Thunder high school girls' soccer team! The team ended their season with 4th place overall.
Congratulations to Adriana Kondrat who was named the MVP (most valuable player) for the entire Chicago Prep Conference in a vote of all the coaches in the league. But wait! There’s more! The girls' coach, Ashley Grosshuesch, was named coach of the year, again in a vote of all the league coaches. What a great way to end a great season!
Go Thunder!
-Christian Schnell, Athletic Director
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alumni news
May Melvin (CWSHS 2002) will graduate the May 19, 2007 with full University honors from the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs in the College of Humanities and Sciences of Virginia Commonwealth University. She will return to Chicago in July with her B.S. in Sociology and plans to continue to work in research. Congratulations, May!
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community announcements
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meet for drinks?
CWS' own Chad Willetts, father of Mason (7), will be performing at The Knickerbocker throughout this year and into next. Catch Chad playing solo piano during the week and appearing as part of a trio on the weekends. Head on downtown for a martini and some fantastic music!
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classified ads
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Looking for a Babysitter: Some Saturdays or Sundays 2-8pm and maybe a day during the week in the summer time. I have two very energetic and fun boys, 2 and 4 1⁄2. Please email Kelly or call Kelly at 773.281.0432.
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Vacation in Northeast New Mexico: CWS grandmother (Elijah, 4th) will be away from her 40 acre ranch June 17-July 11 and needs a wonderful family or fellow artist who loves animals to enjoy her 2 bedroom adobe home. For free! The Canadian Rivers runs through and borders 7000 private acres available to hike and explore. 2 hours from Santa Fe and Taos. If interested, please call Sarah Slepak at 773.443.0457 or Nancy Slepak at 505.483.0457.
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Summer Nanny Available: Jessica Petertil, current co-leader for the CWS After-Care Program and 1st grade park assistant, is looking for a summer child care position. Whether it’s a sunny day at the beach⁄pool or a rainy day inside creating art masterpieces, she is excited to share the summer with your wonderful Waldorf children. She is currently available for the entirety of the summer to work 25-40 hours⁄week. If interested, please email Jessica Petertil or call 708.623.5552 for more information.
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Fun Affordable Music Lessons: CWS alum and Oberlin Conservatory graduate, Josh Lava, is offering music lessons in the following areas: piano, music theory, composition⁄improvisation, guitar. Josh is currently a eurythmy accompanist at CWS and has extensive teaching experience with all ages, styles and skill levels. Lessons are friendly, relaxed and tailored to each student individually and are offered at convenient Evanston, Edgewater or CWS locations at a very reasonable cost. Outcalls to student homes are also possible. For rates, availability or more info, please contact Josh at 847.544.8641 or email Josh Lava.
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Looking for a Sublet in June: We are a family with three kids (two 7 year olds and a baby) and we are coming to work at Northwestern University in Evanston between June 8-28. We are looking for an inexpensive sublet in the area for these dates. Please email Tali or Nirit (mother of Geffen EC1) at Nirit.
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Stay for Free: Looking for a housesitter to take care of our cat and plants June 18-July 19. Must be responsible and a non-smoker. Good location for public transportation; 8 minutes from school. Call 773.878.4890.
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A Gift of Two Beautiful Chow⁄Sheep Dogs: Black males. Age approximately 1 year old — truly puppies. Very sweet, gentle mannered dogs. Call Sharon at 773.221.4644.
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2BR 2⁄Bath Condo for Sale: Split bedroom floor plan, covered parking, In-unit laundry, large rooms and large organized closets. Great location! Near the lake and public transportation (Berwyn red line, 151, 136, 144, 146 & 147 Express bus to downtown). Walking distance to Andersonville and shopping. Asking price: $242,000. Interested please contact: Camilla Hawk at 312.397.3073.
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Like Gardening? Ours could use your help to neaten it up for a couple of hours every other week (at your convenience) this summer. Pay is $10⁄hour. Located in South Evanston. Call Pat Lane 847.475.7667.
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House⁄Pet Sitting: Mature, reliable, responsible, caring and detail-oriented person and accomplished housesitter with excellent references has time slots available within next few months. Those interested in reserving space on my calendar are encouraged to contact me at your earliest convenience. Call Francine Passias 847.332.1766 or email Francine Passias.
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Lost!: One gold bracelet with diamond and rubies. Great sentimental value. If found, please call Lauri at 773.743.6145.
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Four Seasons Shop
School Store
Store Hours
Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays, Fridays
8: 00am-: 00pm
Closed Saturdays,
Sundays & Mondays
Crafts, art supplies, gift items, silks, books, baby care, school supplies and much more…
773.828.8800
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We occasionally experience outages to our phone system. Please note the following back-up number that you can use to contact the Chicago Waldorf School in the event that the main switchboard is down: 773.225.8069.
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