The community is not only the heart of a school, but also its head, so to speak. Because while coming together to volunteer and attend festivities and class meetings may seem ancillary to academics, research reveals that it is, in fact, a primary contributor to student success. 

The New York Times explores the essentials of Waldorf education in this recent article about Waldorf history, pedagogy and purpose. 

Waldorf-Resources.org has shared an article excerpt, written by education professor and researcher, Markus Lindholm, PhD, that  suggests a framework for curiosity-based science education during preschool, elementary, middle and high-school.

Established in 1976, Friends of Waldorf has been able to support more than 830 Waldorf initiatives worldwide. Each year on a specifically designated day, thousands of young people at Waldorf schools worldwide work to raise money for the worldwide campaign “WOW-Day."

Two articles, from the Detroit Waldorf School and the Waldorf School at Moraine Farm, thoughtfully and thoroughly discuss the Waldorf approach to teaching reading and writing in our early grades classrooms. 

Regardless of location, the celebration and recognition of 100 years of Waldorf education will be felt worldwide on September 19, 2019. Thousands will gather to celebrate in Berlin's sold out celebration. Our schools here in North America are taking action for their own celebrations as well. 

The Waldorf Independent School of Edmonton is in the news for their edible schoolyard, community garden and upcoming public composting program.

Main Lesson books are unique to Waldorf education. Waldorf students process and record lectures in notes and illustrations on large, blank pages of high-quality paper. What are these books exactly and why do Waldorf schools use them?  

NBC Left Field looks inside the Rudolf Steiner School in New York City to explore the benefits of Waldorf education and specifically the benefits of a learning environment that focuses on face-to-face interaction and emphasizes a healthy relationship with technology.