Live Oak Waldorf School

Welcome

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 12:14:55 GMT

Now Enrolling! Spring Parent and Child Classes

Classes begin February 7

Monthly Tour! Walk Through The Grades: Visit Classes in Session

Tuesday, February 14, 8:30 am

Get Your Tickets! "Live Oak Benefit Auction: Back in Time 35 Years"

- Friday, March 16, 5:00 - 11:30 pm

Live Oak enrolls students year round.
Call today for more information, to register for one of our tours, or to make a private appointment to visit our school.
(530) 878-8720.

Preparing your child for the future
Academic success - Yes. Absolutely.
Waldorf Education at Live Oak offers more:

Musical and artistic expression,
Emotional health and self-confidence,
Physical training & awareness,
Ability to problem-solve,
The will to be passionate about learning,
Social and personal responsibility, and
Supportive community.

With small classes, dedicated teachers,and the time-tested wisdom of the Waldorf curriculum, your child will be prepared for the world.

Worldwide Educational Movement
Waldorf education^RMworks with the physical, emotional, and cognitive stages of a child's development. Our students receive a unique education; that stimulates intelligence, encourages creativity, and develops practical skills.
Waldorf schools have been in the US for about 60 years and are currently one of the fastest growing systems of private education. Even public charter schools are attempting to model their curriculums according to Waldorf philosophies.Today there are more than 900 Waldorf schools world-wide.
Live Oak is fully accredited by AWSNA (Associated Waldorf Schools of North America).

Picturesque 40 acre campus
Live Oak Waldorf School was founded in Meadow Vista in 1977 and now serves approximately 225 students from nursery/preschool through eighth grade. Our beautiful forty-acre site provides a peaceful environment for hands-on vigorous learning.

ESCRIP - Do you shop online? Without spending a penny more on your purchase, you can earn money for Live Oak every time you buy something online. To learn more about this pain-free form of fundraising: click here

Questions? Contact Us at 530-878-8720

Upcoming Events

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:30:43 GMT

Hot Lunches

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:55:47 GMT

Hot Lunch News for February

Please click here for the Feb Hot Lunch Order Forms. Please note that we are not in school the week of Feb 20th.

On Wednesdays, the 6th grade will be offering Bean or Chicken Tacos with sour cream or salsa.

On Fridays, the 8^th grade will be offering Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza (2 slices per order from Little Caesars) with ranch dressing and vegetables on the side from Shared Abundance - certified organic farm owned and operated by Ruthanne Jahoda, a Live Oak founding teacher.

Thank you very much for supporting us in our fundraising efforts!!

Live Oak Waldorf News

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:15:21 GMT

Walk Through the Grades Tuesday February 14 8:30 am

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Parking Lot Reminder Safety Tip

Students are to enter and exit vehicles from the passenger side only. There is a passing lane adjacent to the driver's side of the vehicle which makes entry or exit from that side dangerous.

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Family

Community Classifieds

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:13:33 GMT

Ad Policy: The school is not affiliated with and does not endorse any of the individual initiatives or services advertised in this publication. The administration screens advertisements for appropriateness, then makes this information available to the community to use at their own discretion.
Ads are free for community members for 50 words or less:
For information call 530-878-8720.

• Greater Community Events and Announcements
• For Sale
• Wanted or Needed
• For Rent
• Services
• Lost and Found

Clicking a link above will scroll the page to the relevant section

Greater Community Events and Announcements

Feb 14 Walk Through the Grades

March 16 Auction-tickets available in the office

Childcare and Housesitting

Continuing Care Position at Live Oak - Continuing Care is seeking an on-call substitute with EC credits. This position offers variety and can be quite busy! Please contact Aerowenn Hunter at aerowenn@liveoakwaldorf.org or call 530-559-7554 for more information. Available immediately. (1/25/12)

For Sale

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Dancing Through School: Now available..at an Introductory Price-Dancing Through School! a unique resource for bringing folk dance into elementary school classrooms and home schools in a way that is simple and fun for both teachers and students. Donna Burgess has developed an easy-to-follow method of introducing folk dance that is based on over twenty years of experience teaching dance to children. Preview the book at www.dancingthroughschool.com You can order online www.dancingthroughschool.com/order.htm at the Special Price of $29.95 (plus sales tax & shipping/handling). All the tools that a teacher needs are included in the book. Dancing Through School! presents fifteen dances, some with alternate versions, suitable for children in grades 3-7. These dances have been carefully chosen for both their developmental appropriateness and their proven popularity with children. To order in quantity or schedule a Workshop contact Donna Burgess via email donna@hoffeckerbrugess.com or call 530-305-8129. Also available at The Children's Store.

Kalimbas: Kalimbas (Thumb Pianos) for sale. Get ready for Christmas! Board, gourd and box Kalimbas starting at $45.00. Contact Jeff Wax 530-878-2150 11/16/11

Trek Mtn. Train Bike: Get ready for spring! Attaches to adult bike (like a trail a bike) 6 speed, lightly used, includes orange safety flag! $80.00 (around $250. new) 530-389-2136 for more information email missskf@mac.com and I can email you picture


Wanted

Photos Needed - We are looking for photos of past festivals. We need photos taken of festivals throughout the year, so please take a few minutes, look through your phots/files and pick out some pictures we cas use/display. Please send your photos in jpg or pdf format to celenapolena@yahoo.com OR drop them off in the front office. A cd of your photos or actual prints of your photos which I can scan and return to you would also be great. Thanks! Celena

Lost/Found

Found - at the winter assembly. Girls coat, leopard print and 3 peelers Contact the school office

Found - The office has many found items: Sunglasses,keys and more keys, dishes from past events. If you are missing anything, stop by the office and look through the parents corner. Also, missing childrens clothes are in the aftercare room.

Lost - on campus, the week before Holiday Faire. Olive green, hand crafted Hoodie with double row of large snaps up front. Has sentimental value! Please return to Aerowenn Hunter, 530-559-7554

Lost - Green Old Navy peacoat, little girls size 5T. Last seen on the bench by the Kindervillage disabled parking space. Please call Della, 530-885-3339 Thank you!

Real Estate for Rent and Sale

For Rent: Small rental sharing 15 acres and large barn 5 miles from Live Oak. Great gardening possibilities. Compatible pets or livestock ok. Solar electric, good well water and trash included for $900/month. Contact William Wauters, 530-878-0296 (1/6/12)

For Rent -

For Rent:

Workshops/Classes

Music Together - Register Now For Fall: Nurture your child's musical growth! Join Sierra Foothills Music Together for fun and playful music classes that foster your child's natural musical ability while strengthening their bond with you. New Big Kids Program for Children 5-7! Parent-child classes help your child (and you) learn to sing in tune and keep beat. Fun, play-based learning that is age appropriate. International research-based program for newborns through age 5. Mixed-age classes enable siblings to learn togehter. Live Oak parent, Beth Gillogly, is the Center Director and one of the many fun teachers. Morning & afternoon classes in Grass Valley, Nevada City, Auburn, & Granite Bay. For more information or to schedule a FREE trial class, call 530-889-9085 or visit us online. www.sierrafoothillsmt.com

LoveWorks!-Innovative Relationship Trainings and Coaching Support with Sonika Tinker and Christian Pedersen. We teach a radical new approach to relating that calls you and your children to rise! All complaints, problems and breakdowns ae opportunities for uncovering desires and creatively expanding to realize potential. Two-day relationship training in Sacramento for only $47 with LOWS discount. Coaching sessions half price for LOWS families with mention of this ad. 530-878-3893

Sacred Offerings - I offer intuitive readings from the Akashic Records as well as spiritual mentoring and classes. Veronica Lee Wetterstrom, 530-885-4755 or veronica@sacred-offerings.com

Piano Lessons-Kelsey Vaughn (LOWS class of 2008) is available to teach piano, beginning through intermediate students. For more information, call 530-878-2392 or email kelseynv13@yahoo.com

Yellow Pages

Tutoring-Tesa Briles uses a multi-sensory based tutoring method, the Susan Barton Reading System, to help students of all ages with reading challenges. I have incorporated the Susan Barton system into my Waldorf background of Educational Support to meet the special reading needs of many students. 530-863-0086

Roseville Disc & Pain Center-Complete chiropractic care from infant to elderly. Dr. Heather (Gaby's mom) will align your body for optimum skeletal, emotional, spiritual, and nutritional health. We offer the latest medical technology available in concert with the doctors extensive alternative knowledge. FREE consultations and Waldorf family discount. Call us at 916-786-3737 or go to www.rosevilledisc.com

Dental Care- Dental care for the whole family. Dawn Anderson, DDS 530-346-2214 or office@colfaxsmiles.com

Pettit Mobile Veterinary Service-At-home euthanasia in a safe and familiar environment for your and your pet. No need to add the stress of your pet to a clinic. Also, basic preventive care services provided. Contact Debbie Pettit, DVM, at 530-305-9195.

Wright Acupuncture & Massage-Bill is an acupuncturist and heralist. This work treats the root causes of pain, imbalance and disease, Since 1993 Karen has been offering therapeutic and deeply nurturing massage therapy. Bill & Karen Wright 530-886-8927 251 Auburn Ravine #205, Auburn

In Working Order-General contractor specializing in home repairs including general carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, decks and fencing, and more. Excellent references. Eric Wetterstrom 530-305-6470

Electrical Contractor-Waldorf dad is available for work. Licensed & insured. Any and all of your electrical needs met. Waldorf Family Discount. Chris Gilwee 878-1314

Casey Tomasi Plumbing-Providing plumbing installation and repair services as well as sustainable water and energy efficiency solutions. Call Casey Tomasi 530-205-8198 or email jackleofbabble@hotmail.com

Devin Smith-I work for Folsom Lake Toyota and can offer assistance in vehicle purchase. dsmith@folsomlaketoyota.com or 916-355-1500.

The Wallaces Realty-Buying and selling real estate within Placer, Nevada and Sacramento counties. Referrals paid with additional donation to cause of choice (Hopefully Waldorf!) with each closed transaction. Karen & Robert Wallace 530-401-4340

Cascade Gardens-Landscape Contractor, Marc Krupin, owner of Cascade Gardens is available to Transform your yard into a Wonder of Nature. Specializing in Water Features and Hardscaping, Marc and his crew can handle any job big or small. Services include but not limited to design, installation and maintenance, renovation and new installations. Creative ideas and practical solutions within any budget available. A licensed landscape contractor for 25 years, a LOWS parent and supporter for 10 years. To see some of Marc's work just look around our campus. 530-878-4801 or www.cascadegardens.biz

Acupuncture-Acupuncture for adults and children based on Nourishing Traditions. Lisa Hedrick 530-885-2909 Location: 3720 Grass Valley Hwy, Auburn

E.N.D Studio-Custom wood, metal, glass works, functional & unfunctional art, cabinets, lights, frames, gates, bars, outdoor furnature. I can build anything you can think of! Ethan Noto 916-402-8893 or ethan@endstudio.com

Janaka's Art Studio - Art work that inspires, provokes and reveals. Visit at www.janakasart.artfire.com and his blog, Triliving: Celebrating Truth, Beauty & Goodness www.janakastagnaro.blogspot.com 530-878-2577

Masala Imports - Imports and Bellydance attire from Egypt, India, Morocco, Afghanistan, Thailand and more as well as Middle Eastern drum performance and instruction. Ray Dowler, masala@masalaimports.com

Wholesale Natural Foods - Wholesale natural foods and products. Save money on food, supplements, toiletries, household items & more. Easy to order & pick up right across the street from LOWS. Many on the LOWS community are now onboard! Call Aerowenn for more info: 878-3658

House Cleaning - "Clean and Tidy" Housecleaning. One time deep cleanings, bi-monthly or weekly: one women, a bucket, and a whirl of a mop! Anniefrouws1@yahoo.com or 916-844-4938

Music Instruction-Guitar, bass & drum. In Auburn or will come teach at your home. Children, adults, beginner or advanced. Recording available. Ted Stancliff 530-320-2725

Nurture Massage Therapy - Massage/Bodywork therapy. Deep tissue, Swedish, Raindrop Therapy, Hot Stone, all taylored to your individual needs. Sheri Mueller 916-847-3289 or nurture@massagetherapy.com

Certified Massage Therapy-Leslie Edgarian, Swedish & hot stone therapy for relaxation, tight/sore muscles and for physical/emotional release & well-being. Auburn studio, outcalls available upon request. Gift certificates available 530-401-3923

CPR & First Aid Training-All Star CPR & First Aid, David Smiley 650-771-2143 or webgem7@gmail.com

The Live Oak News is published by the Office staff students, parents, families, faculty, alumni and others interested in the mission and activities of

Live Oak Waldorf School.
410 Crother Road
Meadow Vista, CA 95722
Ph: 530-878-8720 Fax: 530-878-6548

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Before and After School Care

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:40:37 GMT

Live Oak Waldorf School Continuing Care Program

Our Continuing Care program is a place where children are lovingly held during times of transition before and after school as well as holiday breaks from school.

The Continuing Care director and staff work with the faculty to provide consistency with the principles underlying Waldorf education. Care Givers create a harmonious environment with rhythm and structure, as well as many opportunities for free play, games, nutritious cooking and baking, crafts and many other activities. For the older children, space is be created for special activities or homework.

Our park like campus invites children to outdoor play during all types of weather and our indoor environments offer space to relax, books to read, games to play, stories to be heard and art to be created.

Each day a wholesome, organic snack is served to the children. Homemade, when possible; fresh and locally sourced when available, organically grown and served with love.

Our Continuing Care program is directed by Aerowenn Hunter, and includes a staff of enthusiastic, qualified child care providers.

The Children's Store

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:21:14 GMT

Wholesome toys and gifts for you and your children.

Beeswax candles, Art supplies, Handwork supplies & Yarn, Dolls, Gifts, Cozy slippers, Warm hats, Dress up clothes, Games and Music, Wooden toys, Child size garden tools, Books for the entire family, Seasonal/holiday items, Poi spinners, jewelry and much more.

Winter Hours:

Monday 8:30-10:00 and 12:00-3:30, Wed 10:00-3:00 & Thurs 11:15-2:15

Birthday Baskets: You and your child can come to the store and select items that your child would like to receive for his/her birthday. We will put these items into a basket that friends and family can shop from (like a registry).

Available in the office with Sandy on Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday - small selection of seasonal postcards, gifts, candles -- Cash or Checks only

Like us on Facebook - Live Oak Waldorf School Children's Store

Store phone 878-7008

We accept cash, checks and Visa, Mastercard & Discover credit cards-We do not extend credit. $20 minimum purchase for credit cards.

Run by parent volunteers. Cass Capel, Kiyoko Wilcox, Sandy Forbes and welcoming Karen Vivanco and Kim Dunn

All profits are donated back to the Live Oak School.

We're in the Historic White House

400 Crother Road off I-80 at the Applegate Exit

in Meadow Vista, CA just 7 miles east of Auburn

Please call 530.878.7008 to confirm store hours

or to make a shopping appointment

The History of Live Oak Waldorf School

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:13:11 GMT

In early 1977, a group of interested parents and community members met to study alternative directions in education. Out of these discussions grew the decision to create a Waldorf School, and in August of 1977 the Articles of Incorporation were signed. Our first home was in St. Pauls Lutheran Church in Auburn, and we opened that September with nine children. Our second year brought a kindergarten, first grade, and the first Annual Christmas Faire which was held at the Auburn Recreation Park.

By spring of 1982, the school included kindergarten through third grade and was located in the Dewitt Center in Auburn. During the next four years, as our school community grew, we divided and re-divided our space to meet our increasing needs. For several summers, parents worked to create new classrooms within existing walls, transforming stark, institutional rooms into warm, embracing spaces. Meanwhile, the Permanent Site Committee searched for the perfect home for our school.

Their labors of love and patience bore fruit in February 1986 with the purchase of our 40-acre site in Meadow Vista in encompassing fertile grounds, wetlands, and Mt. Catherine. The school was dedicated and trees were planted in April. Over the summer, the air was filled with the sounds of crowbar, hammer, and saw as the existing buildings and grounds were shaped to our needs. That fall we opened with kindergarten through sixth grade. A new classroom was added in the summer of 1990, and the roof, the decks, and the assembly room were improved in the summer of 1991. In exchange for leasing a small portion of land at the foot of Mt. Catherine for a cellular relay tower, the expanded parking lot was completed in 1992. In the summer of 1993, improvements were made to the kindergarten building, while remodeling created a new eighth grade classroom, and a modular building was placed above the amphitheater to give us meeting rooms and storage.

Throughout the schools history, the community has strongly expressed a desire to include all families who truly want a Waldorf education. The school has articulated the ideal that "no child should be denied an education at Live Oak solely for financial reasons" an ideal that we struggle to attain while also balancing parental responsibility as well as the school’s need for long-term financial health and stability. From 1993 to 1995, the school operated with a free-will pledging model, which became unfeasible but which has led to our current graduated tuition model. The details of our current tuition model are the result of the ongoing evolution of Live Oaks commitment to the ideal of including those who truly wish to be here. We do this by offering a graduated tuition model, work exchange positions, and after the first years enrollment, grants based on need and demonstrated dedication to the school, as indicated by volunteer activity and support for the childrens classes and teachers.

In June 2005, we graduated our seventeenth eighth grade class. Live Oak has been a full member of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA) since 1989.

Live Oak Waldorf School

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:10:57 GMT

Live Oak Waldorf School was founded in 1977 and now serves over 200 students from pre-kindergarten through Grade Eight. The school sits on the gentle southern slope of Mount Katherine in Placer County. Our beautiful forty-acre site in the Sierra foothills provides a peaceful yet stimulating environment for learning. With small classes, dedicated and experienced teachers, and the time-tested wisdom of the Waldorf curriculum, our school inspires a love of learning and a willingness to work.

Live Oak Waldorf School seeks to enroll students who will benefit from our unique educational program. Our tuition model strives to make our education accessible to families from a wide range of economic backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or national origin.

When the teacher and the parents work in partnership, the value of the education is greatly enhanced. Regular class meetings and parent-teacher conferences help parents and teachers work together. Lectures, workshops, and study groups are available for parents who wish to learn more about the school philosophy and educational methods.

Live Oak Waldorf School provides an on-site before and after school care program from 7:00-8:15 a.m. and from the end of the school day until 6:00 p.m.

Visit Live Oak Waldorf School

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:08:21 GMT

Scheduled Tours, Introductions & Demonstrations
Several times per year we offer presentations about Waldorf education as well as tours to visit our campus and classrooms.
View our Calendar to find out what events are coming soon,
or call our front office to set up a private appointment: (530) 878-8720.

Nursery, Preschool & Kindergarten Introductions
"Joyful Beginnings"
This faculty presentation and tour of our early childhood classrooms offers a peek into the Waldorf approach and philosophy of care for our youngest ones at Live Oak.
Childcare is always free with advanced reservations.

Tour the Grades
"Walk Through the Grades"
Take this opportunity to visit classrooms in session. Unless otherwise noted, our Walk Through the Grades tour is offered once per month on the second Tuesday, October through May, from 8:30 to 10:30 am.
Reservations are recommended.

Introduction to Waldorf Education in the Grades
"A Day in the Life"
Learn about the dynamic approach and curriculum Waldorf brings to Grades 1 through 8 at this informative and artistic faculty presentation.
Free childcare with advanced reservations.

Live Oak Waldorf School

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:07:43 GMT

Nestled in California's Sierra Foothills, we are located about 45 minutes east of Sacramento - only 10 minutes past Auburn - just off Interstate 80 at the Applegate exit.

Live Oak Waldorf School
410 Crother Road
Meadow Vista, CA 95722

School Year Office Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday - 8:00 am to 3:30 pm
Thursday - 8:00 am to 1:30 pm

Front Office: (530) 878-8720

Fax: (530) 878-0624

Or, feel free to send us an EMAIL

Registration

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:07:05 GMT

If you would like to receive an information packet about our school please click here. Otherwise fill out the form below to get access to the complete website. It will take as many as 24 hours for you to have complete access. Thank you for your patience with this process.

Class of 2013

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:04:55 GMT

Welcome to the Class of 2013 Web Page.

Sorry, but this page is under contruction!

Contact Jeff Wax @ jwax2000@yahoo.com for questions or submittals for this site.

Our Kindergarten

Mon, 9 Jan 2012 18:49:37 GMT

Photo by KeithSutter

Kindergarten children love to "work:" sweeping, cleaning, beautifying their environment, gardening, washing, cooking, singing, speaking, making. The Waldorf Kindergarten Teacher involves the children in activities in which the teacher is the model for the child, in meaningful movements, in purposeful use of language, and in the cultivation of beauty. In this atmosphere of beauty and rhythm, the teacher works to cultivate the healthy development of the child and their will. Many children come to Live Oak as four-year-olds and stay in the kindergarten for two years.

Live Oak's Sunflower Preschool Program

Mon, 9 Jan 2012 18:46:03 GMT

Photo by KeithSutter

• Sunflower Nursery - 18 months to 3 year olds

• Sunflower Preschool - 3 & 4 year olds

The Live Oak Waldorf School Sunflower Program includes our Nursery and Preschool.

Our loving, play-centered programs are designed to meet the developmental needs of young children in a home-like setting. We operate under a license from the State of California and serve children from 18 months to entry into kindergarten. These programs vary in structure, each meeting the child’s needs through age appropriate activities and rhythms.

The Nursery and Preschool offer a peaceful, uncluttered environment filled with simple, natural playthings such as smooth river stones, driftwood, moss-covered bark, tree stumps, and oak, birch, and cherry logs. Brightly colored play cloths, movable play stands, soft cloth dolls, big pillows, and a play kitchen all provide many happy hours of creative play for the young child.

Safe, joyful and nurturing care within a soft and beautiful environment create the foundation for our Nursery Care Program.

Domestic life serves as the background for our Preschool daily rhythm. Daily activities include circle time, artistic activities, indoor and outside creative play, snack time, story time, and lunch time.

Additionally, in a gently structured way, children will be provided with the opportunity to paint, draw, bake, cook, garden, and contribute to the daily domestic chores throughout the week. Through the course of the year, we will celebrate the changing seasons together with songs, games, and seasonal activities.

A sense of security and a reverence for nature grow out of these daily, weekly, and seasonal rhythms and celebrations.

Parent, Child and Infant Program

Mon, 9 Jan 2012 18:32:12 GMT

Sweet Pea Parent and Child Program

Our Sweet Pea Parent and Child Program, designed for infants and children through four years of age, welcomes little ones with their parents into a warm and beautiful environment full of play, song, meaningful work, and community.

Sweet Pea is both an intimate playgroup for parents with young children, as well as an introduction to Waldorf Education in its earliest classroom setting. Our sessions are arranged to create a balance between imaginative free-play, in which the children use their own initiative, and structured activities, in which the whole group participates. All transitions between activities are graced with a song as we create a rhythm of quiet and active experiences for the children.

Parents are also given the opportunity to attend enrichment and educational evenings to learn about Waldorf education and other topics pertaining to the healthy growth and development of children.

This weekly program is offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:30 am and runs September through May at a fee of $315* per semester.

Sweet Pea Class Schedule
Fall Semester: September through December
Spring Semester: February through May

Tuesdays with Jerre Whittlesey
Wednesdays and Thursdays with Jan Tannarome

Work and Play
Young children watch the adults in their lives for cues on how to be peaceful, how to work, play, communicate, love, handle difficulties, and so on. In short, children imitate everything that we do, feel, and think. The task of parenting is huge and wonderful. In our weekly morning gatherings, we will take up an enjoyable, guided artistic project, so that the children have a rich environment in which to imitate and play. Over the course of the full school-year, adult crafts may include: creating hand-crafted toys, sewing, knitting and felting, crocheting, candle making, doll making, holiday crafts and seasonal items, as well as involvement with the children in their crafts, as needed. No previous handcrafting experience is necessary. Observation of the children in lieu of work, especially for those with infants, is also enjoyable and welcomed and can add much to our interactions with each other and our children. There are seasonal crafts, gardening, artistic, or baking activities that the children may participate in each week as their age and interests allow.

Circle Time
In addition to our work and play time, we will gather in a circle and sing seasonal songs, lullabies, and nursery rhymes accompanied by simple movements and games. Circle time is not only enjoyable for young children, it encourages the development of listening, language and motor skills, plus it offers each of us chances to experience some very sweet moments of interactive connection with our children. We sing the same songs multiple times, so everyone has plenty of time to learn them. You do not need to be a great singer to do this, as all children delight in hearing the unique and loving voices of their parents singing to them.

Conversation
As parents, we all long for a supportive and enriching community. In our weekly conversations, we will have the opportunity to explore child development topics as they unfold in our lives with our children. A sampling of topics include: The Importance of Warmth; Nutrition; The Development and Care of the Senses; The Value of Daily, Weekly, and Seasonal Rhythms and Routines; Toddlers and Boundaries; Siblings; and Self-Renewal for the Parent. Of course, topics arising out of the group’s specific needs can be addressed. Reading material will be available each week to deepen our conversations.

Outside Free Play and Parent Social Time
In the rhythm of our morning, an expansive breath of fresh air is vital for all. The children get to explore the elements of nature, drinking them in through their senses to form the firm foundations of their bodies while moving freely and establishing crucial neural pathways for learning. Parents have the opportunity to further connect with one another while watching our children discover and play.

Snack Time
Together we will prepare and enjoy a healthy snack. Each week we will nourish our bodies and hearts as we gather around an inviting and perfectly-sized table, offer a song of gratitude for our food, and practice the basics of table manners.

Puppet Story
The anticipation of a delightful tale builds as everyone surrounds the teacher for a short, simple seasonal story or nursery rhyme enacted by puppets to provide a rich storytelling experience for children and parents alike. Silks, nature items and woolen puppets create magic and beauty for these sweet offerings.

*A sibling under 12 months may attend the Parent and Child class at no additional fee, a sibling over 12 months is an additional $30; other fees apply.
To register for a Parent and Child class, or to get more information and specific details on fees, contact Live Oak's front office at (530) 878-8720.

Programs for Parent -Child Classes through Grade 8

Mon, 9 Jan 2012 18:26:53 GMT

Parent and Child Program
- Sweet Pea - A weekly program for parents with children 6 months to 4 years old
Sunflower Nursery and Preschool Programs
- Rosebud Nursery - Our daycare program for children from 18 months to 2 years of age
- Marigold and Daisy Preschools - For children 3 and 4 years old

Kindergarten Program
- Lavender and Rosemary Classrooms - For children 5 and 6 years old

Grades 1 through Grade 8

The Waldorf School curriculum, for Nursery/preschool through 8th grade, developed and refined over the past seven decades, is designed as a unity, and its subjects are introduced and developed in a sequence that mirrors the inner development of the growing child. Incoming students at every grade level readily adjust to the natural progression of the curriculum.

In addition to the comprehensive academic curriculum of the sciences, mathematics, and language arts, there is a sequential curriculum in foreign language, vocal and instrumental music, speech and drama, drawing and watercolor painting, handwork and modeling, physical education, sports, and Eurythmy.

The record of each child’s experience through the days and weeks is gathered in books which they write and illustrate. Later, in adolescence, these experiences, and the enthusiasm for learning that is quickened through them, become a sound basis for the unfolding of individual intellect and judgment.

Each child’s progress is shared and discussed with parents through written reports and parent-teacher conferences. In the seventh and eighth grades, standard achievement tests are taken yearly in the Spring as a preparation for the transition to high school. Our students score in the upper percentiles in both reading and mathematics, and are consistently welcomed and successful in any high school situation, ..they choose.

Live Oak Waldorf School Programs

Fri, 6 Jan 2012 11:15:23 GMT

Overview

Parent and Child Program
- Sweet Pea - A weekly program for parents with children 6 months to 4 years old
Sunflower Nursery and Preschool Programs
- Rosebud Nursery - For 2 and 3 year old children
- Marigold and Daisy Preschools - For children 3 and 4 years old

Kindergarten Program
- Lavender and Rosemary Classrooms - For chilren from 4 to 6 years old

Grades 1 through Grade 8

Childrens Store and More

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:23:04 GMT

HOURS

Holiday 2011-
Monday 8:30 to 10:00 and 11:00 to 3:30, Wednesday 10:00 to 3:00, Thursday 10:15 to 2:15

Saturday 12/3 10:00 to 2:00

We ask that you arrange to shop during regular business hours. We can no longer give customers the key to shop when we are closed. Thank you for understanding

**$20.00 minimum purchase for credit cards until further notice** Also, we are having problems with our phone line. This makes our credit card machine out of use. If possible, come prepared to pay with a check or cash, unless actually using the card as a credit card (not debit) Sorry

We carry warm hats, books for the entire family, beeswax candles, yarn and handwork supplies, dolls, art supplies, toys, music, dress up clothes, games, gently used consignment items, handmade consignment items, holiday gifts, Dr Hauschka and Uriel Pharmcy and much more....

Now coming into stock for the holidays: Advent Rings, Candles and Calendars - Beeswax tapers and assorted candle holders for the holiday table, Holiday Books, including Mary's Little Donkey and Light in the Lantern, Holiday postcards = Come see what we have to offer.

If you have any questions, call the store 530-878-7008 and leave a message (if it rings busy, our phone line may be down due to rain)

Now on Facebook--join us! Live Oak Waldorf School Children's Store another way to keep up to date on our goings on Tell your friends!

Stop in and have a cup of tea while you browse! Our volunteer shopkeepers would love to see you. Proceeds from the store benefit the school, so make us your first stop!! Where you shop can make a difference.

400 Crother Road, Meadow Vista, in the Vintage White House

Job Opportunity Postings

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:32:25 GMT

Live Oak Waldorf School is currently accepting applications for the following positions for the 2011/12 year.

We currently have no open positions.

	Scheduled Tours, Introductions & Demonstrations Several times per year we offer presentations about Waldorf education as well as tours to visit our campus and classrooms. View our Calendar to find out what events are coming soon, or call our front office to set up a private appointment: (530) 878-8720.
	Nursery, Preschool & Kindergarten Introductions "Joyful Beginnings" This faculty presentation and tour of our early childhood classrooms offers a peek into the Waldorf approach and philosophy of care for our youngest ones at Live Oak. Childcare is always free with advanced reservations.
	Tour the Grades "Walk Through the Grades" Take this opportunity to visit classrooms in session. Unless otherwise noted, our Walk Through the Grades tour is offered once per month on the second Tuesday, October through May, from 8:30 to 10:30 am. Reservations are recommended.
	Introduction to Waldorf Education in the Grades *"A Day in the Life"* Learn about the dynamic approach and curriculum Waldorf brings to Grades 1 through 8 at this informative and artistic faculty presentation. Free childcare with advanced reservations.