Waldorf Education
Vision Statement:
Our vision is to provide a Waldorf K-8 public school choice that encompasses the needs of the whole child. Our approach uses arts-integrated and developmentally-appropriate methods, to inspire enthusiasm, imagination, innovation, and a love of learning.
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to develop balanced, successful, socially responsible and contributing community members by offering a public education using Waldorf methods.
The Madrone Trail Public Waldorf School shall strive to provide:
- A balanced education to nurture the development of the whole child, encouraging each child to become a life-long learner and a benefit to the society. Using a Waldorf inspired curriculum and teaching methods, the school places equal emphasis on a solid academic foundation, academic excellence, artistic expression, attention to the inner emotional life of each child, social development and responsibility, and physical fitness.
- Professional enrichment and growth to teachers through acquisition and mastery of an innovative and holistic pedagogy and professional empowerment through opportunities to participate in the creative implementation of the curriculum.
- Opportunities for parents to be directly involved in the school operation and make significant contributions to their children’s educational environment.
- Opportunities for the community to contribute in shaping the future of the youngest members.
