Chicago Waldorf in the News
The Chicago Waldorf School in the News
Chicago Bursts with Pride by Rex Huppke
Students and parents from two Chicago schools - Nettelhorst Elementary and the Chicago Waldorf School - marched, along with a group of more than 30 veterans from all branches of the military holding an American flag that stretched the width of the street. They joined a long list of GLBT rights supporters including country music singer Cheley Wright, Chicago Cub Ernie Banks and Blackhawks player & Stanley Cup winner Brent Sopel (with Stanley Cup in tow) as well as political presences such as Governor Pat Quinn, State Senator Heather Steans, State Representative Greg Harris, Congressman Mike Quigley and the Alliance of Illinois Judges among the 250 entries.
Source: Chicago Tribune June 28, 2010
At The 2010 Chicago Swap-O-Rama-Rama
This 3-day DIY fest celebrates creativity over consumerism with a re:make Fashion Show, live music, a film screening on the DIY movement and slew of workshops for all ages and skill levels.
Source:Green Parent Chicago March 2010
Honey, I Harvested Honey By Michael Gebert
You would never guess, walking by the old convent next to a Catholic church in Rogers Park, that the roof was doubling as an apiary.
Source: Sky Full of Bacon blog, August 23. 2009
Chicago Waldorf School: Enhances Student Learning by Catering to the Whole Person
A closer look at Chicago Waldorf School, a Rogers Park neighbor for over 15 years. What is it that makes this school so special?
Source: Rogers Park Builders Group Newsletter, Summer 2009
Community Involvement Key to Waldorf Approach By Cathey Stamps
Nestled in the St. Ignatius building at 1300 W. Loyola is one of the best kept secrets in Rogers Park. The Chicago Waldorf School (CWS) has been a part of the neighborhood for 15 years, working to be a true neighbor to fellow residents. With a curriculum that emphasizes involvement, the school takes a stand for community locally, nationally and globally.
Source: Rogers Park Community Council Quarterly June 2009
Waldorf School Take a Different Path By Merry Mayer
A child’s head, heart and hands are engaged in this educational philosophy. When Dru Muskovin of Chicago was looking at schools for her two daughters, she says she made the decision based on research and gut instinct. "It felt very healthy, nourishing their spirits as well as their intellect," she says about the school her daughters, now in seventh and ninth grades, have attended since preschool.
Source: Chicago Parent Magazine Sunday, September 25, 2005