Eva Ciubotariu and her parents, Daniela and Mircea, are finally here and started the afternoon program in the WW on November 1st. We waited a long time for Eva to join us. To welcome her, we mailed Eva some questions the children thought important to know before meeting her. She sent back answers: How old…
What a great morning filled with love, support, fun and some “spooktacular” costumes! Be sure to check out all of the pictures, as we tried to capture each child. Another awesome neighborhood parade! [Show slideshow] 1 2 ►
On Sunday, October 29th, the NSW community gathered to celebrate the upcoming November weddings of three of the teachers, Astrid & Albert (November 11, 2017), Stefanie & Jordan (November 17, 2017), and Jessica & Dewi (November 25, 2017). It was a lovely afternoon and everyone enjoyed celebrating these three couples. [Show thumbnails] Jessica took some time…
This weekend, we threw open the doors and in two shifts we welcomed a hundred educators into New School-West. The teachers volunteered their time to speak about the work we do with children and make sure the spaces were inviting. At the end of each tour, Roleen asks for questions and collects reflections so that…
The Gardening Team worked hard over the weekend to update our community garden. They replaced dirt and broke and hauled away concrete to create a living pathway between the front and back play areas. Today, the children pitched in by planting the Diamondia between concrete slits so that it grows over them making a green…
The East Wing children have been discussing NSW and how we could represent our community. They have considered animals/mascots that might best represent who we are and have worked together on ideas for a school flag. We shared this information with Stuart and while in conversation, Palmer and her red gloves reminded the teachers about…
This Farmer’s Market trip was made extra special by a suggestion from Jess Nelson (Laz EW and Chase WW). She mentioned Erewhon as an organic source of superfoods like camel’s milk! How could we resist? We planned a visit to Erewhon with Katherine LeVine (Grey WW) joining us. It was on our same bus route…
Roleen prompted parents with: We plan an evening and have intention in what we would like you to take from it. It is not just about children with children or children with teachers. It is also about parents and the community. What meaning did you find in tonight’s experience? Any surprises? Reflections: Sean Arian- It…
When children begin to expand their knowledge of the multiple materials available and they move from the exploration stage to the implementation process of representing their ideas, the teachers wonder how they will apply what they’ve learned to their current interests. Currently, small groups have been looking at circuits, testing the electric flow through batteries…
In the WW Exploration Area, the loft has morphed into a haunted house. With the intention of making space to process the fears of Halloween and the upcoming darkness of the season, the teachers have added a light projector and flashlights and creatures that are found in the dark like spiders, snakes, and bats. To…