Last night, unfortunately at the same time that New Parent Orientation was occurring at NSW, I was attending the Mar Vista City Counsel meeting in support of the children’s concern about their environment. Last year, the children from NSW met Councilman Bill Rosendahl with their depictions and words about the state of our environment. The…
Journals
“It’s hiding home.” – Declan
The children continue to divide the bugs into those that need protection and those that are capable of causing harm: good vs. bad. When Silvana asked where the bugs go to protect themselves, the children continued to say and act out home and their habitats. Play in the block area and at the sensory table…
“I like how Miles plays.” -Lola
Flora observed that when the children talked about birthdays, they found a common ground and shared excitement and a sense of anticipation. It became a way to share personal experiences and have someone stop, even for a few minutes, and listen, because everyone could relate to birthdays. Traditionally, the class recognizes birthdays at circle time…
New Parent Orientation 6/14
Tuesday, June 14th – New Parent Orientation Night 7:00 – 9:00 pm This night is for parents with a new child starting in August. Let’s support them! We welcome anyone who would like to donate some wine or something to eat. If you’re not attending the orientation, snacks and libations can be dropped off during…
“What game are you playing?” -Liv
Dashiell, Imonie, and Sasha are all playing a family game in the quiet space in the front yard. They have roles established, and have been engaged in their game for about 20 minutes. Liv, who finished her first appointment, sat down next to the quiet space and began observing the game. Dashiell: “Can I read…
The LOVE POST OFFICE is open for business
The LOVE POST OFFICE Grand Opening was a huge success this morning. We’re almost covered our initial costs and will be tallying the profit to donate to the Charity Garden. Thank you to all who purchased stamps, envelopes and notecards this morning. And thank you to the bankers (Micah’s mom, Joan) and bakers (Lucy T.’s…
Photo Set – Teacher Appreciation Day – 6/7/10
2011_06_07 TEACHER APPRECIATION DAY, a set on Flickr. What a lovely lunch – fabulous food and heart felt notes, sweet reminders and keepsakes. The teachers all reflected on how we felt we were meant to be together, work together, that your families were meant to be at our school. It’s such a lovely match, how…
Refelctions on Ilaan’s work with the children.
West Wing There are many ways to express ideas and it’s a personal joy to discover a group passionate about movement as a form of expression. This highly kinetic group met with Sam and Ilaan and moved in a full body way while simultaneously being able to safely negotiate the space between them. The work we do together…
“Where can we get some rope?” -Lua
Creating different kinds of homes for the animal figures has been a reoccurring interest in the Building Space. The children discuss different needs and accommodations their animals require in their homes. Lua, Hayden, and Lucy C. were working together on a stable for the ponies. Lua: “We need some rope for the horses.” Lucy C:…
Photo Set – Day in the Life – 06-2011
IMG_0048 Originally uploaded by NSW photostream Click the photo above to view more pictures of the children engaged in their play and learning at school! –Documentation Committee