November News (November 4th, 2022)
Students across the grades had the chance this week to visit an Ofrenda in celebration of Día de los Muertos and make space to acknowledge those who have passed away and remain dear to our hearts. Students shared individual images and stories as contributions to the communal ofrenda and learned more about the holiday’s origins and traditions. Our students are exposed to traditions and festivals from around the world and across cultures to nurture their development as global citizens.
Thank you to the Heart committee of the parent council for coordinating food for faculty and staff during parent teacher conferences and thank you to the MANY parents who lovingly prepared soups, muffins, cookies and tacos for our team! With gratitude, WSRF staff & faculty
Annual Fund is Underway
The WSRF Annual Fund is underway! This is WSRF’s most vital fundraising effort and raises critical funds that directly support the incredible programs at our school. Join us in our goal for 100% participation to support the future of WSRF and an education that prepares students for life. We ask that you consider a generous investment in our school’s future.
Every donation to WSRF is tax-deductible and may also be eligible for the Colorado Child Care Contribution Tax Credit (CCCC), giving a generous 50% of the contributed amount back to the donor. Please contact your financial advisor for more information.
To donate or learn more about where your donation goes and why the Annual Fund is so important, visit the page here. For specific questions, please reach out directly to Morgan Jacober.
Winterfaire Information & Sign Up
We are all eagerly awaiting Winterfaire on Saturday, Dec. 3rd from 11am to 3pm! This annual event is a Waldorf tradition of community support and love to celebrate the beauty of the winter holidays together. We look forward to hosting an outdoor winter wonderland event with music, enchanted story, puppet show, lunch, sweet shop and tea haus, family crafts, our beautiful Little Acorn airstream gift store and more!
The success of this event is entirely held by our family community and their volunteer support. Thank you in advance for your commitment and energy to bring this incredible experience to life for students and our community!
Class Sign Ups
Each grade holds the responsibility of setup, facilitation and clean up for one aspect of the event, please sign up for one or more shifts.
Kinderhaus-Happy Frog Tea Haus & Kinderhaus Puppet Play
First Grade- Enchanted Story and 4th craft
Second Grade- Willow Wreaths
Third Grade- Window Stars
Fourth Grade-Candle Dipping
Fifth Grade-Candle Dipping
Sixth Grade- Winterfaire Diner
Seventh Grade- Trash, Recycle & Compost Honey Bee Cafe Parking Lot & Shuttle Signage
Eighth Grade- Angel Room
Angel Room Gifts Sign Ups
Each family in grades 1-8 are asked to provide 5-10 Angel Room gifts per family.
Gifts: Every year children line up outside the Angel Room with eager anticipation of the magic and beauty awaiting within. They are guided in by our "8th grade Angels" who assist each child while they, with great pride, choose gifts for their families and friends. You may ask "Where do these gifts come from?" It is asked that each family in Grades 1-8 provide 5-10 adult made gifts as a contribution to the Angel Room (gifts from Kinderhaus families are welcome but not required). We hope for beautiful, simple gifts that are created in the spirit of providing a magical experience for the children! By the way... shhh... it's meant to be a secret where the gifts come from... if possible!
Sweet Treat
All WSRF families are asked to make 24 bite size treats (think mini scones or muffins) for the Sweet Shop.
The Sweet Shop: please prepare 2 dozen scones, mini muffins or tea cookies (keep it simple). Please note ingredients such as gluten free or dairy free. Treats should be individual bites. Please label your tray so that it can get returned to you. Tea will be served!
Angel Room gifts and baked items will be accepted in the Sun Room beginning Thursday, December 1st through 12:30pm on Friday, December 2nd.
Thank you all for your immense commitment and support of our school community! We look forward to a wonderful Winterfaire!
Please contact Morgan Jacober with questions at morgan@waldorfschoolrf.org
+Little Acorn Store in the airstream has a grand opening on December 2nd for 12 days of holiday shopping! Discover natural, unique holiday gifts for children and families. Want to help run the store? Sign up to volunteer here.
Get Your Holiday Wreaths
The Waldorf School on the Roaring Fork’s long-standing tradition of selling holiday wreaths is successful through support from our community. Money earned from these fundraisers goes towards Middle School students’ end-of-the-year class trips. The class trips give the children a chance to celebrate, gain new experiences, build memories and help others.
This year we are selling 22” fresh frasure fur wreaths, decorated with juniper pine cones and bows.
Wreaths will be available for pickup beginning November 28th. This year supplies are limited and
Upcoming Events
Campus Tour: Experience Waldorf Education
When: Thursday November 10th, 9:30am-11am
Where: On Campus at WSRF
Who: All curious families with children Early Childhood to 8th grade RSVP Required here by Nov 8th
What: Please invite your friends and all curious families in your network to explore our school! This is a fantastic opportunity for all current families with Early Childhood students looking ahead and prospective new families at all grade levels to explore our school. You will have the chance to ask questions of our teachers, alumni and enrollment before admissions for Fall ’23 open in January ’23. This is the only campus tour scheduled for this semester.
The Lantern Walk (Early Childhood to 2nd Grade)
When: November 11th, 5-6pm
Where: The WSRF Kindergarten Yard
Who: Early Childhood families, 1st & 2nd graders
What: Please join us for a celebration of light as we all gather with lanterns, handmade at school by all the students, for a magical candlelit evening walk. Parents are invited to join students for this special evening to collectively gather on our campus and acknowledge the light we all carry within as the months grow colder and darker.
Grandparent's Day: Virtual & In-Person
Help us ensure your Grandparents receive an invitation!
When: Virtual Thursday November 17th, 10am-11am MST & In Person Friday November 18th 8:15am-11:45am MST
Where: On Zoom (virtual) & the WSRF Campus (in person)
Who: All Grandparents & Grandfriends of WSRF families
What: Please help us ensure your family has received an invitation for these special opportunities for Grandparents and Grandfriends. This is a chance to glimpse into our classrooms, learn more about Waldorf Education and receive gratitude for their support of our school. We do not have contact information for many grandparent’s so we ask for your help in forwarding this invitation on to your family members and extending a warm invitation for them to join either virtual, in person or both! RSVP is required at https://bit.ly/GrandDay22
WSRF is Hiring
WSRF is hiring in the Early Childhood! Please explore available positions and pass along to anyone who might be interested in working at WSRF! Learn more here.