Newsletter Archive
School Bulletin for the Week of May 9, 2007
may fair madness!!
It's almost here! May Fair is this weekend, Saturday, May 12th from 11:00am - 4:00pm! There's so much to do and look forward to!
Be sure to come early for the Drum Circle led by our own Hazel Lucchesi-Ginsberg. The Drum Circle will begin prior to the official opening of the Fair at 10:45am; all are invited to bring their instruments and join in. The ever popular Jeffrey the Great (aka Jeff Frederickson) will return with his magic show; he's performing first thing at 11:00am (as well as doing some street juggling during the Drum Circle) — don't miss him! Angela Allyn will tell stories based on our recycling theme, the 3rd and 4th grades will be dancing around the Maypole at 1:00pm, the Morris Dancers, and Aimee Cousineau will sing children’s songs at 2:15pm. There will be the customary Flower Crowns, the Cake Walk, children's games and crafts (make a beautiful butterfly, beads from recycled catalogues, plant some seeds harvested from the Sophia Garden or build something amazing from ordinary household recyclables), jump rope making, delicious food, the Bakery, and tie-dye with Dru Muskovin. New this year, Susanne Zipperlen will have 'recycled' hand dyed eurythmy shoes for sale and Brian Gleichauf will have a display on a recycling theme. And, as always, we welcome our delightful vendors, Where else can you have this much fun?!
Of course, as we've said in previous Bulletins, please bake for the Fair (drop off to Main Lobby, Friday, May 11th or day of the Fair in the Bakery Tent or at the Cake Walk). And please feel welcome to join us for Flower Crown making in the lobby of the Auditorium on Friday, May 11th from drop-off to a little after pick-up. If you have questions about either of these, contact your room parents and/or check out the last two issues of the Bulletin.
Late Breaking News!! We are pleased to announce that the lot east of the school on Loyola will be available for parking as is the lot at Arthur and Glenwood. Overflow parking at Maloney's Funeral Home on Devon.
The Fair is open to everyone so do invite your friends and family — it's a lovely opportunity to show off our school and just have a good time. We're all looking forward to having some fun together!
-Isabel Liss & Sara Zimmerman, May Fair Co-chairs
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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 • Friday, May 18 • Saturday, May 19 • 7:30pm
Suitable for All Ages! • Donations Gratefully Accepted at the Door
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going to the dogs
This year the 6th grade had a business math block where we looked at the economy and the basics of running a business. To better explore running a business, we will be selling dog biscuits at the May Fair this year. The money we raise will go to an animal shelter. The biscuits we’re selling are homemade by the students. They come in two “flavors” — peanut butter and cheese. Your dog will surely enjoy our treats! All biscuits have been tested on animals and humans. See you at the May Fair…and bring your dogs!
-the 6th Grade
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may manna
Manna will be available for pick-up in front of the school at 8:00am and 3:00pm this week. If you are not able to pick it up during the scheduled times this week, it will be available in the Business Office.
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in the loop
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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star report
Did you send someone a star at the Holiday Fair? The money raised by this project went to support a variety of initiatives. One of those initiatives is the Globus Resource Center in Kokshetau, Kazakhstan. Globus is one of the organizations that Amanda Haase (CWS 1996) works with as a Peace Corps volunteer.
One of the more pressing needs is for books in English, especially those written for children. The $250 offered to Globus was used to meet this need. Because English books are simply unavailable in Kazakhstan, they requested that American books be sent to them. Amanda and Gulnara Alieva, director of Globus, compiled a list of books they thought the children would enjoy, including many familiar titles such as Spot Goes to the Farm, Dear Zoo, Frog and Toad Are Friends, Daniel's Duck, Robin Hood and Call It Courage. Ten copies of each of the books listed above are now on their way to Kokshetau and are expected to arrive sometime later this month.
The CWS current 7th grade class has been corresponding with Amanda and raised money last year to send art supplies to Chechen refugee children in Kazakhstan.
Globus is a school for 5 year olds through high school. Globus also assists those who need to pass the TOEFL test in order to attend university in the US. The Kazakhstan government provides many scholarships for students who wish to attend college here and then return to help their country develop.
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you do the math!
Last week's problem was:
Find the sum of all integers (whole numbers) greater than twenty and less than one thousand whose number base five representation consists of all identical digits. Express your answer for the sum as a base ten numeral. (Hint: Recall Base-5 means that only the digits 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 are used).
Because we're dealing with Base-5, we can only use the digits 0-4. Thus the numbers 20 base 10 = 40 base 5 and 1000 base 10 = 13000 base 5. So we need to find the following sum (Base-5):
44 + 111 + 222 + 333 + 444 + 1111 + 2222 + 3333 + 4444 + 11111.
I find it easier to convert each individual number to Base-10 and then add them up. Doing this gives us the sum
(Base-10):
24 + 31 + 62 + 93 + 124 + 156 + 312 + 468 + 624 + 781 = 2675.
Hopefully all of my arithmetic is correct. If you find an error, please let me know. No one submitted a correct answer so no
glory or honor can be awarded this week. I hope you enjoyed that problem; here is another:
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…)
Remember all answers should be submitted to Andrew Starzynski or Brian Gleichauf.
Enjoy!-Coach Starzynski
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alumni news
Alyssa Silverman (CWSHS 2001) will graduate Magna Cum Laude in Russian Studies from Beloit College on May 13th. Alyssa completed her college work in December 2006. Congratulations!
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community announcements
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condolence card
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hallman family on the passing of Marjorie Hallman, grandmother of CWS students Claire (2) and Jackson (8) on Saturday, May 5th after a short illness while she was visiting here in Chicago. A wake will be held this Wednesday, May 9th, from 3:00-8:00pm at Gibbons Funeral Home in Elmhurst. Mrs. Hallman will be buried in Pennsylvania.
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sunflower garden talk
The Sunflower Children's Garden, a Waldorf initiative in Hyde Park (4945 S Dorchester), warmly invites you to a talk given by CWS parent, Judy Lubin, on Monday, May 14th, at 7:30pm. Similar to previous talks at the CWS, Judy will speak about the capacities that our children need to succeed in tomorrow's economy and the role of Waldorf education in the development of these capacities. Sunflower Children's Garden is hoping to expand from a kindergarten into a grade school. If you are interested in seeing this happen, please come as an ambassador and bring your enthusiasm for the education!
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news you can use
On Monday, May 14th the price of first-class postage for a standard sized envelope weighing one ounce or less will increase from $.39 to $.41. The Post Office is selling Forever Stamps that will continue to be honored regardless of future increases.
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classified ads
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2 BR 2 Bath Condo for Sale: Split bedroom floor plan, covered parking, In-unit laundry, large rooms and large organized closets. Great location! 5400 N Sheridan Rd #505 (top floor). 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. If interested please contact: Camilla Hawk at 312.397.3073.
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For Sale by Owner 4544 N Springfield Ave. 4BR, 2 bath on 35×125 lot. Hardwood floors, stained glass, pantry, 9'
ceilings with glass block windows. New thermal-paned windows throughout, upgraded electric. Upstairs family room, full basement; new 20×30 insulated garage. Beautiful garden with swingset, sandbox and 2 mature cherry trees. $389,000. Phone 773.509.1129.
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Summer Art & Music Camp: Shelley Davis, Waldorf parent and art teacher for 24 years, together with fellow music teacher, Cori Hopkins, will be holding a Summer Arts & Music Camp from July 9-20 for kids 7-13. Children will learn beginning guitar, drums and singing as well as create mosaics, puppets and learn painting, drawing and myriad of other creative exploits. Classes run from 9am-12:30pm. Contact Shelley at 773.338.8405 or email Shelley Davis.
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One of the Gracious Ladies on Lunt Seeks Your Attention: Victorian poised on huge parcel of land in sought-after Westridge. Three BR, 2 bath, detached 2 car garage, 2 front porches. Proudly boasts newer windows, hardwood floors, remodeled upper bath, proximity to Metra, bus lines and shopping. Offered at $539,000. Contact Mary Ann Dooley 847.425.3862 or email Mary Ann Dooley.
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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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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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