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…
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…
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…
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…
Every October, Roleen walks the children through costume changes and how someone you love can morph into someone you don’t recognize. During the process of adding dramatic lipstick, a cape, fingernail extensions, dark glasses and a cauldron, she consistently reminds them that it’s ‘still me’. The WW seemed thrilled with the transformation process yesterday. Roleen cackling:…
Three of our teachers are getting married this November and we’re so excited!!!! Congratulations to Astrid and Albert, Jessica and Dewi, and Stefanie and Jordan! Come celebrate them with us on Sunday, October 29th, from 11:00 to 1:00 here at NSW. We’ll have nibbles and children are welcome! Astrid and Albert, November 11th Stefanie…
During West Wing Back to School Night, a group of parents built an elaborate structure which became a provocation for the children the following day. Fascinated by the extraordinary height of the two towers, the children were inspired to expand upon the structure. As Harrison added to the perimeter, blocks fell, resulting in the tower,…
What a night! A BIG ‘thank you’ to Greg and Zoe (NSW alums) for their generosity and the generosity of their hysterical comic friends! Thanks to Matt (Mazzy EW), Zoe (Georgia, grad), Katy, Mark and Ana Mollica (Mica WW), Andy (Theo P. EW), Paula (Leo & Coco WW), and to our wonderful team of organizers…
It’s fall and with the slightly cooler weather comes Cooking With Friends! Kelly Eshelman (Everly, EW) brought supplies for berry pancakes. Accommodating a request by Theo G. for a berry-less pancake, the crew of Luscia, Everly, Bowe and Theo G. mixed and poured, cracking eggs and measuring dry ingredients for delicious dollar sized pancakes! Then after…
What a beautiful night and a great reminder of how fortunate we are to be a part of such a special community. Thank you to the entire staff for a wonderful evening! [Show slideshow] 1 2 ► ! Below are thoughtful reflections from Tuesday night: “We are so grateful for the daily notes! It is…