By Robert Kostrzeski | Director of College Counseling I am truly delighted to have joined the Waldorf School of the Peninsula community this semester as the new Director of College Counseling. My first visit to campus was filled with delightful highlights: fresh eggs...
Community
Pumpkins and Politics: From Empty Insults to Enchanted Carriages
By John Gale | Grades 1 - 5 Gardening Teacher One thing I found fascinating this month is a short history of the pumpkin and how it relates to the Cinderella fairy tale. Since their introduction from the Americas back into Europe around the 15th century, pumpkins...
DEIJB Update: Advancing Our Commitment to Diversity and Belonging
by Leah Lader, WSP Music Teacher & DEIJB Committee Member Welcome back from the DEIJB committee! DEIJB stands for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging. Our committee consists of faculty and administrative staff members who meet weekly for...
Building Community Through Bold Flavors
by Marie-Aude Bélanger, WSP Community & Events Manager On Friday, September 13th, school parents, board member, grandparent, alum parent gathered at the industrial kitchen of Don Bugito, a unique food business run by parent Monica Martinez. Her company specializes...
Effortless Composting: Tips for the Busy (and Lazy) Parent
by Priyanka Rajan, WSP Parent Have you ever wondered what happens to your kitchen scraps? Instead of ending up in a landfill, they could be transformed into rich, nourishing soil. This magical process is called composting, and it’s easier than you think! Composting is...
Sunflower Kindergarten Recipes
Teacher Meeta has been our Sunflower Kindergarten Assistant for several years. Though she is now teaching the grades 1-5 movement classes (also known as "games") , she generously shared her treasure trove of tried-and-true kindergarten recipes for us to try at home...
Level Up Your Lunch Game – Again!
by Marie-Aude Belanger | Community & Events Coordinator Are you tired of the same old lunch routine for your kids? Take a cue from these creative parents who've shared their favorite lunchbox ideas: First grade parent Pooja's Traditional Touch Rice and daal...
Cultivating Community: The Transformation of Our Los Altos Campus Garden
by Melanie Ingler | Communications Coordinator Amidst the hustle and bustle of Silicon Valley, the serene oasis of our beloved garden lies on our Los Altos campus. Our garden is an important part of the curriculum, as well as a community space, regularly used by our...
Level Up Your Lunch Game
Do your carefully prepared meals come home untouched? Fear not! We asked a few WSP veterans for their best kid lunch ideas. Quick and Tasty Ideas. WSP parent & Sunflower Kindergarten teacher Meeta shares these mouthwatering suggestions perfect for busy schedules:...
Heart’s Delight Gift Store News
by Jaime Khoo | Store Manager As we eagerly anticipate the enchanting arrival of the holiday season, it brings us immense joy to announce the return of a time-honored tradition: the transformation of our school store into the Winter Faire Boutique! Just like the...