ACORN WALDORF SCHOOL
Updated 336 days ago
2911 Lucas Turnpike Accord, NY 12404
"Our highest endeavor must be to develop free human beings who are able of themselves, to impart purpose and direction to their lives" (Steiner), unencumbered by fear, diminishment and silencing. To help address the historical underrepresentation of minority communities at Waldorf schools and at private schools as a whole, AWS is investigating how diversity, equity and inclusion may be manifested in every aspect of our school: curricular content, teaching practices and institutional policies; outreach and collaboration with our neighbors; collegial study; parent engagement and community building. This is essential so that the children we serve may become free thinkers who live with purpose, gratitude and respect for self and others... As a member of WECAN, The Acorn Waldorf School (AWS) is based on the anthroposophical teachings of Rudolf Steiner (1861-1925), founder of the global Waldorf School movement. Our school engages deeply with Steiner's continually relevant teachings on child..