Teaching Combined Classes: A Waldorf Approach to Mixed-Age Classrooms

Confidently Teach Combined Grades – With Creativity, Clarity, and Waldorf Applications, a mixed-age class isn’t just a challenge—it’s an opportunity to spark collaboration, deepen learning, and meet students right where they are. Join us this summer for a transformative in-person course designed to empower you with the tools, strategies, and inspiration needed to thrive in a combined classroom setting.

Led by seasoned Waldorf educator Shenandoah Herda, this week-long immersive course will equip teachers, homeschoolers, and school leaders to confidently navigate the unique dynamics of teaching multiple grade levels—all while remaining grounded in the beauty and intention of Waldorf pedagogy.

What You’ll Walk Away With:

• Practical Tools for planning and delivering integrated lessons that meet the developmental needs of every student.
• Creative Sparks through hands-on artistic activities led by Narsingh Khalsa to bring rhythm, beauty, and engagement into your classroom.
• Collaborative Support from peers who share your challenges and aspirations.
• Real-World Guidance from Shannon’s 9+ years of experience teaching in combined Waldorf classrooms.

Whether you’re just starting out or seeking fresh insight to revitalize your practice, this course will help you design a classroom experience that’s inclusive, adaptive, and alive with possibility.

Who Should Attend?

• Waldorf teachers preparing for or currently teaching combined grades
• Homeschooling parents designing multi-age learning environments
• School leaders supporting flexible curriculum models

Meet Your Guide: Shenandoah Herda

With a deep well of experience as both a class teacher and faculty chair at Anchorage Waldorf School, Shannon brings warmth, wisdom, and a wealth of practical knowledge to every conversation. A passionate advocate for Waldorf education, she’s walked the path of combined classroom teaching and is excited to support others with stories, strategies, and soulful guidance grounded in 21st century learning modalities.

 Come for the knowledge. Leave with a renewed sense of purpose.

Spaces are limited—register now to reserve your spot and transform your approach to mixed-age teaching!