A resource for parents, teachers, and educators of all kinds, from your friends at the Chicago Waldorf School.
Why We Knit
Knitting: it's more than just a cozy craft. In Waldorf education, it's a cornerstone of a hands-on, interdisciplinary approach to learning. From first grade through high school, students at Waldorf schools engage in a variety of practical arts, not simply for their creative appeal, but for the profound skills they cultivate.
why I give - Karen Anderson
Discover why Karen Anderson, CWS Board Chair, is deeply committed to supporting the Chicago Waldorf School this Giving Tuesday.
why i give - tarah hartung
Find out why Tarah Hartung, a Board Member and parent, is passionate about supporting the Chicago Waldorf School on Giving Tuesday.
why i give - john Leonard
Learn why John Leonard, Board Member and parent, chooses to support the Chicago Waldorf School on Giving Tuesday.
why i give - Dan hoffmann
Read why Board Member and parent Dan Hoffmann gives to our school this Giving Tuesday.
Why I Give
Administrative Director Fraser Coffeen tells a personal story about why he gives to the school.
Recipes to Make With Children: Ms. Rachel’s Coconut Curry Vegetable Soup
Making food with children is a fun way to give them practical skills and teach them where their meals come from!
A Guide to Embracing Restorative Justice
Have you heard the phrase “Restorative Justice”? It’s something we practice at CWS. Let our counselors tell you why…