by Laura Purdom | Mar 5, 2019 | Alumni, Early Childhood, Events, News, Why Waldorf?
New video celebrates 100th anniversary of Waldorf education. “Seeding the Future” provides a glimpse into the principles of Waldorf education, an education that fosters concern for others, connection to the world, and the capacity to be in service to... 
by Laura Purdom | Sep 17, 2019 | News, Uncategorized
The weather was pristine, the food was delicious, and the vibe was warm, happy and laid back. Last week’s Homecoming & 100th Anniversary Party brought together Ashwood alumni, former faculty and parents, and current families and faculty to celebrate 100... 
by Laura Purdom | Sep 17, 2019 | News, Uncategorized
To the perennial question, “What I did you do on your summer vacation?” Ashwood’s book-loving 5th through 8th graders might all have the same answer: I read a great book and designed a tee-shirt inspired by it! As school began last week, tee-shirts... 
by Laura Purdom | Sep 10, 2019 | News, Uncategorized
Last week, fourth-grader Georgia brought a monarch caterpillar to school in a roomy vase with plenty of snacks to nibble on. To Class 3-4 it seemed likely that Foofoo was ready to settle down for a long nap, so the class said its farewells on Friday, anticipating a... 
by Laura Purdom | Sep 10, 2019 | News
Each year the administration rolls out the grassy carpet to welcome parents, new and returning, to the school year. Once again this year, we had a fine crop of parents, administrators and board members on hand to chat, drink tea, eat cake, and pick up their welcome... 
by Laura Purdom | Sep 3, 2019 | News, Uncategorized
Each year, on the first day of school, the school community gathers to greet children, teachers, and parents and to welcome the new first graders. New first graders each receive a rose from their seventh-eighth grade “buddies.” Teachers offered a wish for... 
by Laura Purdom | Jul 1, 2019 | News, Uncategorized
Click here to download a registration form! In our morning Parent & Child Playgroup, parents with children aged 18 months to three years meet for friendship and fun in the warm, nurturing setting of our Early Childhood Center. Taking inspiration from the seasonal... by Laura Purdom | Jun 24, 2019 | Early Childhood, Summer
Register here (It’s free! We just need to know who’s coming.) Click here to request additional information. 
by Laura Purdom | Jun 6, 2019 | News
The eighth grade project is a tradition of long standing at Ashwood. As a culmination of the educational journey, it is an opportunity for each student to have an independent learning experience based on individual interests and to step into a new level of... 
by Laura Purdom | Jun 5, 2019 | News
What do a warrior cat, a ghost, the god Poseidon, a very nice Viking, and a chicken named Etcetera have in common? They were all in attendance at the Class 4-5 book reports last week! Freshly back from an exciting trip to Cobscook Bay State Park, and dressed in...
