The 8th Grade Class presented its final play of the school year. Under the direction of their class teacher, the students presented the 1938 Pulitzer Prize winning play, “You Can’t Take It With You,” by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart. The farce centers on themes of individuality and happiness while raising questions about conformity, materialism, and the definition of success. The students truly embodied the characters they were playing, and all of their hard work memorizing their lines was evident. As an audience member, it felt as if you were watching a professional theatre production. Every student played a role that perfectly complemented their abilities and personalities. We are grateful for all of their performances over the years, and we cannot wait to see what they will bring to the high school, as students and as artists. Congratulations 8th Grade!
An important aspect of Waldorf education is how the arts are weaved into every part of the curriculum, starting in first grade. While the focus is still core academic subjects like math, reading, and writing, Waldorf education is so much more than academics. It seeks to nurture children as healthy human beings in all aspects: physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. This education celebrates imagination, encourages creativity and creates a joy of learning that lasts a lifetime.
