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THE COOLEST SMALL TOWNS IN THE U.S.A. - Great Barrington, Massachusetts
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"I first heard of Waldorf education about five years ago, after having carried out extensive study of the neurological aspects of cognition, movement, and maturation. I was delighted to discover such a neurologically sound curriculum. I heartily support efforts to spread the awareness of Waldorf education and hope that it will spawn not only an increase in Waldorf Schools but an infusion of at least some of the ideas into the mainstream where they are so sorely needed. In Colorado I am working with several districts to incorporate various Waldorf strategies into the teaching of reading and mathematics. The ideas are very well received and very much needed." - Dee Jay Coulter, EdD, Instructor, University of Northern Colorado, Outreach, Educational Consultant
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Great Barrington Waldorf High School provides an education for adolescents that inspires love of learning, develops freedom of thought, and fosters self-confidence in an atmosphere of academic rigor, artistic fulfillment, openness and mutual respect.
This work stems from the pedagogical philosophy of Rudolf Steiner and seeks to meet the educational, artistic, and social needs of students, that they may engage in life with intelligence, wisdom and moral commitment.
Postgraduate Year
by Stephen Keith Sagarin, PhD, Faculty Chair 02 Jul 2009
Would you benefit from a structured semester or more between high school and college, one that includes time to mature, to add to your high school transcript, to complete a portfolio of your work, and to find the best college for you?
Starting in school year 2009-2010, the Great Barrington Waldorf High School will offer a Postgraduate or “PG” year for those students who have completed requirements for a high school diploma but wish to:
Spend a semester or a year brushing up academic skills,
Increase credits toward a more impressive high school transcript,
Create a portfolio,
Receive credit for work or internship, or
Seek guidance for college admissions.
Postgraduate students may:
Take courses with current high school students (see “Course of Study” on the Curriculum page of our website),
Plan Independent Studies or Independent Projects with our teachers,
Find and receive credit for work or internships,
Pursue guided work in the arts toward portfolio development, and
Receive individual college guidance.
Postgraduate work is available during the academic year, semester by semester.
Postgraduate students receive full credit on a transcript from our school.
Postgraduate courses, projects, and guidance are planned individually with each student.
The cost for a Postgraduate semester or year depends on the length and scope of program. Maximum cost equals school year tuition ($12,950 for 2009-2010; tuition assistance is available).
Successful applicants will demonstrate a desire and ability to work and think independently, to adjust socially to a small school setting, and to plan for their best future.
Interested? Call Stephen Sagarin at 413. 528. 8833 to discuss your future.
Hello and Aufwiedersehen
by Teruko Kushi, Class of 2012 26 Jan 2009
Caren Kuster and Florian Mathias, two spunky German visiting students, came to our high school last fall. Both students had no idea what they were in for, but they came with open minds and creative spirits, wanting to make the best of it.
Florian Mathias, a tenth grader at a Waldorf high school in Munich, was hosted by Martin Summer. "It was cool to have him around," says Martin. "We had a lot of fun together."
Caren Kuster, a ninth grader at a public school near Munich, stayed with Ari Meyerowitz. Both Caren and Florian had strange, fun, and memorable times with their families that will remain with them forever.
Throughout their three-month stay they took classes in blacksmithing, creating block prints, drawing, and joined in our musical performances. They also learned about the history of art, the United States constitution, joined the scary challenges of a high ropes course, went kayaking, hiking, and took a jumpy trip to New York City. All of these activities were unusual, hilarious, and exciting, and most of them were new experiences for both the students.
In this long and colorful trimester, we all became close and good friends and will share these unforgettable experiences for a lifetime. We thank both of them for coming, and hope one day they can return to our high school.
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