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Denver Waldorf Middle School Panel: December

December 1, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 9:45 am
Denver Waldorf Middle School class trip

Denver Waldorf Middle School class trip 

Is The Denver Waldorf School the right choice for middle school? Sit down with us during an online Q&A to learn about Waldorf education, our curriculum, and more!

Date: December 1, 2020

Time: 9-9:45am

Location: Online via Zoom

Please scroll down to register using the form on this page, and we will send you login details.

What you’ll learn 

Led by DWS 8th Grade Teacher Vernon Dewey and High School Director Brie Kaiser, our faculty will answer common questions such as:

  • What is Waldorf education and what classes does DWS offer?
  • How does the curriculum meet the preadolescent
  • How does DWS bridge middle school & high school academically and socially
  • What scholarships are available?

About The Denver Waldorf Middle School

Founded in 1974, The Denver Waldorf Middle School serves 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.

Through science, math, language arts, visual and sculptural arts, gym, Spanish, and more, the students begin to build the bridge between childhood and adulthood, preparing them for high school and beyond. The content and quantity of subjects expand significantly to meet the needs of the preadolescent. Subjects are introduced with the goal of helping the student maintain a healthy interest in the world. The curriculum encourages preadolescents to direct their gaze enthusiastically and sympathetically out into the world and thereby come to a deeper understanding of self.

“I look out into the world…”
As the students enter adolescence and develop a critical eye, the curriculum works to draw them out of themselves to see the world in full clarity.
“I look into the soul…”
And as they look out, they also peer within, finding themselves reflected in the world around them, helping to grow into their awakening identities.

At this time, we are offering in-person tours and virtual shadow days. To learn more about either our middle school or the admissions process please reach out to Admissions Manager Brooke Camfield at [email protected].

Register to reserve your spot!

Details

  • Date: December 1, 2020
  • Time:
    9:00 am - 9:45 am
Sound advice for our middle schoolers from comedian Josh Blue @joshbluecomedy! Yesterday afternoon, our students had the rare treat of hearing about Josh’s life and asking him all of their burning questions about his comedy work, his time as a volunteer at a zoo in Senegal, his Paralympic soccer experience, living with cerebral palsy, his journey on America’s Got Talent, all of his favorite foods, and his memoir, “Something To Stare At”. 

From stages across the world to our music room at DWS on a Tuesday afternoon, Josh reminded us all to embrace who we each are and to always love laughter! We’re incredibly grateful to Josh for sharing his stories, his perspective, and plenty of laughs with our middle school community ❤️.
Come experience the intentionality and warmth of our curriculum and classrooms THIS WEEK on 10/22 from 8:45 - 10:45 am. The Denver Waldorf School provides a preK-12 curriculum that enriches, inspires, and develops the whole child. Our studies deliberately build upon themselves — month to month, year to year, serving as stepping stones to greater knowledge, self confidence, and wholeness. As our students grow in mind and body, they acquire the tools to contribute to the broader world, the heart to care for each other and their communities, and the wisdom to be lifelong learners. 

The morning will begin with coffee and a welcome before families join guided classroom observations in their child’s division. Visitors will have the opportunity to quietly experience the rhythms, relationships, and hands-on learning that define a Waldorf education.

Following the classroom visits, families will gather for a leadership panel and Q&A with school directors, who will share more about our developmental approach, curriculum, student support, high school experience, and college pathways.

Join us to see firsthand how we integrate critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and artistic expression to prepare our students to make meaningful and relevant contributions to the world we share. Comment “Open House” for more information and to RSVP!
Our podcast is back! This season, DWS School Director Kelly Molinet and Educational Director Charlie Orphanides launch a new series exploring the increasing relevance of Waldorf education within broader educational trends and research from around the world. This series begins by asking: what’s up with individualized screens in education? This question is prompted by a recent Washington Post article penned by a pair of university professors and entitled, “What Elementary Schools Are Slowly Learning About Screens: Technology Came to ‘Optimize’ Education. Young Children Pay a Heavy Price.” Using this article as a jumping off point, Kelly and Charlie cover a wide array of topics, including how Waldorf education builds the human capacity to learn and thrive in an ever-changing world. Listen to the whole conversation in Spotify or wherever you like to podcast.
What happens when curiosity meets a little wire, some magnets, and a couple cups? This is a lesson in our 8th grade physics block! 

Our students explored the fascinating forces of electricity and magnetism by first constructing microphones and then transforming them into headphones! They don’t just study the principles in theory, they get to bring them to life. Through hands-on experiments, they are able to observe firsthand, developing a deeper understanding of the science around us every day! It’s a lesson that goes well beyond memorization as they discover why and how things work in the world. 

If you’re curious to learn more about our Waldorf middle school curriculum, join us for our upcoming Open House on 10/22 from 8:45-10:45 am! Comment “Open House” for more info and to RSVP
What makes The Denver Waldorf high school education different from other private or public high schools in Denver? It looks like learning that happens in more places, in more ways, and with deep purpose.

Our students study abroad through our global exchange program. They take on real-world junior year practicums. They dive deep into a passion through their senior project. They experience academics through block teaching, challenge themselves with all honors-level coursework, continue to develop their creative capacities through integrated arts, and apply their learning through outdoor expeditions. We ask students to dig deep, work hard, and collaborate with each other. 

We’re proud of our students’ strong academic achievements (our Class of 2026 alone earned an average of about $430,000 per student in merit scholarships for college!!), but even prouder of the people they become. We believe that a meaningful education goes beyond academic preparation. As educators, we strive to inspire, challenge, and awaken students to the world around them and to their life’s purpose, well beyond college.

Come see what we’re all about - join us for our upcoming Open House on 10/22 from 8:45-10:45 am! Comment “Open House” for more info and to RSVP.
Sometimes the love of the game brings you an undefeated regular season to show for it🌟! From missed serves…to the perfect hits…to putting your whole self on the court and never giving up - this is the joy of sport. We couldn’t be more proud of our Spartans for their teamwork, dedication, and enthusiasm this season. The journey continues this week in the championship tournament on Thursday! We will be cheering our middle school girls on every step of the way 👏.
We are calling all makers, creators, and crafters to come join us as a vendor at the Artisan Market at our beloved Winter Fair! We would love for you to share your artistry and handcrafted items with our community during our adults-only shopping event “UnWined” on the evening of 12/4 as well as our Winter Fair on 12/5. Our artisan market is full of talented artisans and makers of unique holiday gifts and handcrafted items - we’d love for you to be a part of it all!
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And for our DWS staff, parents of current students, and alumni - did you know there is a special exhibitor rate? It’s just $35 to join (and no application fee). And students are free! Comment MERCHANT and I’ll send you direct info on how to join. 

PLEASE NOTE: DWS is handling applications for this event. Please DM us directly for questions or go to the link at the Denver Waldorf School website under events.  Don’t fall for a scammer messages!
Last Friday, our school came together to celebrate Michaelmas. Michaelmas is a traditional Waldorf festival that reminds us to find our own strength and courage to overcome fear in our lives. This year, we celebrated with a school-wide pageant to embrace the underlying meaning of this festival. Our students and staff came together to act out a story of light overcoming darkness, with acts of service bringing to life the spirit of Michaelmas. Through service to others and service to land, our pageant ended with each class sharing the virtues they learned - to be a reminder that within each of us, the light may thrive.

We will move forward in the weeks ahead sharing our light and goodness as we continue our works of service within our community and carrying forward the spirit of Michaelmas!

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