26Oct
SLOW FOOD IN A FAST CITY
” The importance of engaging students In a family-style meal experience can set habits that will stay with them for life.” Astrea Ravenstar
08Oct
A MICHAELMAS CELEBRATION
We have the Michaelmas festival in September: the image of Michael is one of hope and courage that helps us remember that when we unite together, we can overcome things that we cannot possibly do on our own.
12Apr
A HUMAN CENTERED EDUCATION IN AN INCREASINGLY DIGITIZED WORLD
At a Community Education event we shared our updated Steiner Slow Tech Media Guidelines chart. We know the value of self-initiated play and the development of real-world, practical skills, the ability to think freely and independently.
01Apr
QUALITY TOOLS IN WOODWORK INSPIRE EXCELLENCE
Having a tool in the woodwork shop that stands above the others inspires and encourages Steiner students.
08Jan
WELCOMING HOPE IN THE NEW YEAR
In our daily lives we can do many things to help the children build courage and face their lives with confidence. A strong and predictable rhythm of the day and the week can lessen the anxiety of what happens next and helps the children self- regulate.
02Nov
THE GIFT OF TIME – MANY YEARS, ONE TEACHER
“Every child has hidden potential. When teachers stay with their students longer, they can see beyond the surface and recognize the brilliance beneath.”
28Aug
RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL OPENS A FOREST KINDERGARTEN IN CENTRAL PARK
Beginning this September, Rudolf Steiner School is launching its very first outdoor Forest Kindergarten Program for children 4-6 years of age in Central Park. an immersive experience in nature that prepares children for academic learning.
15Dec
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO WIN A RACE?
A distance running race is a unique sport. If you saw the NYC marathon, about 50.000 runners ran the marathon. How many of them are setting a goal to “win” (1st finisher) this race? It may be only 100 of them? Then, what is a goal and purpose for running the race for the rest of the 49.900 runners?
14Oct
FIRST GRADERS LEARN TO KNIT
Every year the fifth grade students visit the first graders and teach them how to cast on and knit.
10Sep
COMING FULL CIRCLE | FROM STEINER STUDENTS TO STEINER TEACHERS
Three members of Rudolf Steiner School Class of 2015 reflect on their experience as students and what it means to them to be back at Steiner as faculty members.
