Upcoming Events
Sweet Peas Garden
Whether you are a parent, grandparent or a caregiver,
Prairie Moon Waldorf School can support and prepare you to welcome young children with reverence and dignity. We offer an education for a whole-hearted approach to the development of the young child.
Our work is informed by Waldorf Education and Rudolf Steiner’s Anthroposophy to build an awareness and passion for a world where childhood is joyful and honored.
Art in the Park
Join Prairie Moon Waldorf School’s Outreach Committee as we host a table at this fun annual event. We will be on the North Side of South Park in beautiful downtown Lawrence, KS, providing a sweet, shady spot for families to come rest, learn about Waldorf, and complete a simple craft.
Sign up to volunteer for available slots HERE.
View event on Lawrence, KS’s website here: https://www.explorelawrence.com/events/annual-events/art-in-the-park/
Saturday Workshop Series: Curriculum Curiosity
The PMWS Faculty has created a year long workshop series and encourages parents to participate. Every event will be a dive into the Waldorf curriculum for adults, nurturing the soul and educating the heart and mind.
WORKSHOP 1: A Waldorf Journey: Seeing the child through new eyes, educating with a living impulse.
Parent Association Speaker - Shahida Spann-Ryan
Shahida (Shannon) Spann-Ryan holds a Masters Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Five Branches University. She is a licensed acupuncturist in Kansas (LAc) and is Diplomate in Oriental Medicine from the National Commission for Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
Parent Association Speaker - Katie Moran
A movement and dance teacher for over 25 years, Katie is a stellar athlete, and has played a key role in Spacial Dynamics international peace festivals, “Hands in Peace.” She is a senior instructor of the Spacial Dynamics Institute, a Movement Educator at the Austin Waldorf School, and mentors nationally and internationally.
Parent Association Speaker - Karl Johnson
Karl David Johnson, M.A., has been an educator for over 45 years and has taught in the Waldorf movement since 1986. He is currently serving the Mountain Song Community School as Pedagogical Director.
Mayfest
Our celebration of Mayfest this year is fast approaching. By celebrating the passage of the seasons through art, music and story, we strengthen our connection to the rhythms of nature. At Prairie Moon Waldorf School we do not take the change of seasons for granted as our school community gathers to celebrate the splendid glories of nature. We can’t wait to welcome long-awaited Spring and we say goodbye to Winter! Please come and join us with your friends and families to celebrate this yearly event with dance, music, crafts and games.
Curriculum Curiosity: WORKSHOP SERIES
“Drawing a Circle to Bring the Children In”
Working with Behavioral and Academic Challenges
An informational and practical workshop for all educators and parents, for all ages of childhood. Come experience games, drawings, and painting to use right away within the classroom setting.