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2 Welcome to This Summer at Rudolf Steiner College 2015 Dear Friends and Colleagues, Welcome to Rudolf Steiner College s Summer 2015! We are excited to share details of our upcoming weeks of professional development workshops, programs, and teacher education courses. As we look forward to this summer s experience, it is hard to imagine a more beautiful setting for summer study, networking, and renewal than our campus. The grounds provide an oasis of beauty and calm with wonderfully restorative energy that is now accompanied by a feeling of revitalization and new growth. Buildings and grounds are being refurbished and the gardens are bursting with blossoms. All we need now is you. This summer, in addition to the in-depth experience Rudolf Steiner College is known for, we are highlighting several new offerings and improvements, to include: More opportunities for collegial collaboration in our Art of Teaching classes A comprehensive revision of our Year One Summer Teacher Education program Enhanced Year One Summer Teacher Education schedules that allow our hard-working students more time for renewal and reflection For Year One practicing teachers, time dedicated to support, guide, and provide practical planning for the upcoming school year A new Lunch and Learn Series that will feature lively conversations on topics of interest Our new partnership with MERISTEM, a Postsecondary Transition Program for young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental differences. We invite you to explore these pages to learn more about these new opportunities, to preview our program and workshop offerings, and finalize your own plans to refresh, reconnect, and learn at RSC this summer! We look forward to seeing you soon. With warm wishes, Liz Beaven, President Rudolf Steiner College

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS What s New!...2 Community Events Lunch & Learn: Conversations on Education...3 Professional Development and Continuing Education Fundamentals of Waldorf Education...4 The Art of Teaching Waldorf Education...4 Sample Art of Teaching Schedule...5 Early Childhood Education Fundamentals of the Waldorf Preschool: Support for Nurturing 3- and 4-year-olds...6 Fundamentals of the Waldorf Kindergarten: Introduction to Understanding the Kindergarten-Aged Child...6 Introduction to Waldorf Birth-to-Three: Support for Nurturing Infants and Toddlers...7 Deepening the Art of Storytelling and Marionette Theater: An Intensive for Experienced Waldorf Early Childhood Educators...7 Public Waldorf Education The Waldorf Approach for Public Schools: Pre K Conferences and Workshops Advanced Biodynamic Intensive...9 The Alchemical Laboratory II: Medicinals Consciousness Studies Extra Lesson Educational Support Conference...11 The Bookstore at Rudolf Steiner College Financial Assistance For More Information Matriculated Programs Waldorf Teacher Education Program (WTE) Summer Waldorf Teacher Education Programs Year One Foundation Courses Orientation & Courses Early Childhood or Elementary Grades High School Early Childhood In-Service Modality Waldorf Teacher Education Program for Subject Teachers Hybrid Modality (Blended Learning) Early Childhood or Grades Remedial Education Program Fall Programs General Summer Information Registration for Workshops and Programs...17 Meals and Snacks...17 Housing Information On-Campus Parking Passes Airport, Shuttle, and Rental Car Information Registration Forms Summer Course Registration Meal Registration conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu 1

4 What s New: This Summer at Rudolf Steiner College 2015 We have made a number of changes this year in response to your feedback and requests. Please join us to reconnect, refresh, and prepare for the upcoming year Year One Summer Teacher Education Program Reimagined In response to the changing field of Waldorf education, we are very excited to announce several revisions to our Year One Summer Teacher Education program. These include: A shorter Summer session, with a schedule that allows time for breathing, digestion, and relaxed social time with your cohort. For practicing teachers, time dedicated to support, guide and practically plan for the upcoming school year. Recognizing that becoming a Waldorf teacher is a process that happens over time, our revised Year One program includes Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions, and mentoring support by Rudolf Steiner College faculty. For more details on our Year One program, see page 14. Art of Teaching Classes Refreshed Our Art of Teaching classes, which provide invaluable, efficient preparation and rich resources for the upcoming school year, will be refreshed in the following ways: Daytime classes will combine experienced and new Waldorf teachers, encouraging opportunities for collegial work between all Waldorf teachers. Evening breakout sessions will give seasoned Waldorf teachers time to exchange best practices and deepen their knowledge while newer teachers address the nuts and bolts of preparation for the school year. For more details on our Art of Teaching classes, please see pages 4 and 5. Register 10 or more teachers from your school for this course and qualify for a 10% discount. Rudolf Steiner College and MERISTEM Partnership Established Our deeply held social mission, core to Steiner s work, now finds a new and exciting expression through partnership and collaboration with MERISTEM. As a Postsecondary Transition program for young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental differences, MERISTEM will provide practical skills education, independent living skills, and a transition-to-work program all right here on the Rudolf Steiner campus. We will welcome our first cohort of students to campus in September In addition to providing much-needed support for a growing population of young adults with ASD, we anticipate that this new step will greatly enrich our work at Rudolf Steiner College, providing opportunities for study, research, collaboration, and an expansion of the practical arts. There will be opportunities this summer for you to hear more about MERISTEM s work at our Lunch and Learn session on July 15th with RSC President Liz Beaven and MERISTEM President Oliver Cheney. For more information on MERISTEM, please visit OCTOBER AUTISM WORKSHOP! Rudolf Steiner College and MERISTEM will present a weekend workshop in October Rudolf Steiner Summer Workshops Phone: Fax:

5 Lunch & Learn: Conversations on Education WEDNESDAYS, JULY 1, 8, 15 AND 22 Moderated by Liz Beaven, President of RSC Times: 1:15 2pm Summer students and faculty are invited to grab their lunches and join us for our four week series on current topics of interest in education. RSC colleagues will provide brief presentations followed by informal conversation moderated by RSC President Liz Beaven. See bulletin board for location. WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 with Jake Yeager, Information Technology Manager, RSC The X -Taught Tool: A Discussion on the Idea of Computer Use in the Waldorf Curriculum In the Waldorf curriculum, computer technology can often be an un-taught subject. This leads to thorny conversations with parents and colleagues. Jake Yeager, RSC Information Technology Manager, will hold a discussion on the field of modern computer technology and how it can be directly addressed in the classroom. WEDNESDAY, JULY 8 with Edmund Knighton, Dean of Academics, RSC Engaging the Will: The Importance of Movement and Practical Arts Perhaps more than ever before, our children need to move and be encouraged to activate and apply their will. We know this and we see it in our classrooms but what exactly do these words mean and how can we support healthy will activity? Edmund Knighton, RSC Dean of Academics, will offer a lively exploration of this important topic with practical suggestions for the classroom. WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 with Oliver Cheney, President of MERISTEM The Challenge of Autism What Can it Teach Us? Every teacher reports experience of children on the spectrum and accompanying struggles with relationships or learning. What lessons can we learn from the rising tide of Autism Spectrum disorders? To what extent is it a symptom of our time? What is its connection with technology? How can we best work with children on the spectrum? How do we identify but not label? Join Oliver Cheney, President of MERISTEM for an intriguing discussion. WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 with Betty Staley, Director of High School Teacher Ed, RSC The Changing Face of Waldorf Education in the 21st Century: Questions, Challenges, and Opportunities for Growth Speaking from her perspective of many years devoted to Waldorf education and membership of the Pedagogical Section Council, master teacher Betty Staley will explore what has changed and what is new in the growth and practice of Waldorf education. What are we encountering in our classrooms and schools? How has expansion into public education impacted our collective work? What are the trends in school governance and leadership? Bring your questions and thoughts! Betty Staley, Director of High School Teacher Ed, RSC will share her wisdom. conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu 3

6 Professional Development and Continuing Education Fundamentals of Waldorf Education SUNDAY, JUNE 28 & SUNDAY, JULY 19 Facilitated by Liz Beaven This short workshop is a prerequisite for enrolling in Art of Teaching Workshops for any participant with limited classroom experience in Waldorf education. Liz will present core principles of the Waldorf approach including integration of the arts, human development, an overview of the curriculum, and the role of the teacher as an essential framework for understanding the content of the Art of Teaching weeks. Workshops are offered prior to registration for both Art of Teaching weeks (Grades 5-8, Grades 1-4). Participants may enroll in either session, and will: Build a picture of the developmental framework of Waldorf education Develop a glossary of Waldorf terminology Have direct experience of sample Waldorf classroom activities Times: 9am-1pm Registration check-in: Sunday, June 28, 8:30-9am & Sunday, July 19, 8:30-9am Course fee: Session 1: $45 through June 27; $60 at the door Session 2: $45 through July 18; $60 at the door Meals: No meal option for these workshops. The Art of Teaching Waldorf Education Grades 5-8: June 28-July 3 Grades 1-4: July Faculty and schedule details for each Art of Teaching offering, are available at These efficiently designed, effective professional development workshops are very popular as refreshers for Waldorf teachers. Over the course of a week, we focus on curriculum, child development, and practical pedagogy for a specific grade. The Art of Teaching provides an overview of the developmental principles that stand at the heart of Waldorf education and inform the curriculum. Participants will feel prepared for the joys and opportunities of a new grade with renewed insight into its unique developmental phase, new ideas for classroom activities, and tips for practical planning. Classes are taught by experienced Waldorf teachers. There is ample opportunity for the networking, hands-on learning, and professional exchange that is a unique benefit of a week-long intensive. A range of grade-specific arts is included in each course. Participants will: Receive a grade-specific refresher on the curriculum and stage of child development Participate in a range of arts related to a specific grade Obtain tools and resources to enliven teaching and learning for the upcoming year Group Discount of 10% applies when you register 10 or more teachers from your school. 4 Rudolf Steiner Summer Workshops Phone: Fax:

7 Professional Development and Continuing Education For more information about our Art of Teaching offerings, please visit New this year: During the day, experienced and new teachers will learn together in the classroom. In the evening, seasoned teachers will gather in breakout sessions to deepen inner work, examine changing trends in childhood and in the classroom, and explore best practices. At the same time, teachers who are new to the Waldorf approach will receive guidance in more fundamental subjects such as lesson and block planning, and development of healthy rhythms to support teaching and learning. Please note: We consider Art of Teaching workshops to be professional development for currently practicing, experienced Waldorf teachers. An experienced teacher generally has had substantial training in Waldorf education and experience teaching in a Waldorf classroom. Familiarity with terms and principles of Waldorf education is assumed. We offer Fundamentals in Waldorf Education preceding each Art of Teaching week as an essential framework for those with limited knowledge or experience in Waldorf teaching. To those who are new to Waldorf education and who will be teaching in a Waldorf classroom for the first time without prior training, we recommend The Waldorf Approach for Public Schools (PSI). For more information on PSI, please see page 8. Times: Sunday, 7-8:30pm, Monday-Thursday, 8am-8:30pm, Friday, 8am-5:45pm (Grades 1-4), 8am-8:30pm (Grades 5-8) Registration check-in: Grades 5-8: Sunday, June 28, 5:30-7:15pm, Monday, June 29, 7-8am Grades 1-4: Sunday, July 19, 5:30-7:15pm, Monday, July 20, 7-8am Course fee: Grades 5-8: $580 through June 5; $610 June 6-21; Online registration closes June 21. Door registration is $640. Grades 1-4: $580 through July 3; $610 July Online registration closes July 12. Door registration is $640. Meals: Pre-register to guarantee meals. Five buffet breakfasts (M F): $42.50; Five buffet lunches (M F): $73.75; Four buffet dinners and Friday box dinner: $69. *Certificates of Participation will be ed to participants who have attended this course.* Sample Art of Teaching Schedule (Sample schedule only. Please refer to Registration for specific schedules) Optional (Open to All) Eurythmy 7:15-7:50am Monday-Friday SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8-9:25am Themes of the Grade Language Arts Language Arts Curriculum Topics Curriculum Topics 9:35-11:am Arithmetic Arithmetic History History Science 11-11:30am BREAK 11:30-1pm Movement and games Science or Geography Movement and games LUNCH Science or Geography Blackboard Drawing 1-2:15pm 2:15-3:45pm Music Speech Music Speech Form Drawing 3:45-4:15pm BREAK 4:15-5:45pm Painting Painting Drawing Assessment and Observation Parent Work 5:45-7pm DINNER MEAL TO GO 7-8:30pm Opening Lecture (Art of Teaching) Curriculum or Art Planning or Deepening our Inner Work Core Standards or Changing Face of Childhood Rhythms or Strengthening Collegial Work Role of Review and Discussions conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu 5

8 Early Childhood Education For more information about our Early Childhood offerings, please visit Fundamentals of the Waldorf Preschool: Support for Nurturing 3- and 4-year-olds FRIDAY, JUNE 12 SUNDAY, JUNE 14 with Lauren Hickman and Karen Viani Teachers, caregivers, and parents will gain many insights from this introductory course that covers healthy approaches to nurturing 3- and 4-year-olds who need to move and do! We will explore Rudolf Steiner s philosophy of child development and current research on the young child s developmental needs in the context of the Waldorf educational approach. Hands-on sessions will focus on creating a joyful circle time, puppetry, storytelling, movement, music, and nursery rhymes. Recommended reading: Beyond the Rainbow Bridge, Barbara Patterson Participants will: Build a store of activities appropriate to the pre-school child Develop an understanding of pre-school child development Practice music and movement for pre-schoolers Times: Friday, 7:15 9pm; Saturday, 8:30am-5pm; Sunday, 8:30am-1pm Registration check-in: Friday, June 12, 6:15pm-7:15pm Course fee: $235 through June 5; $250 June 6 7. Online registration closes June 7. Door registration is $275. Meals: Pre-register to guarantee meals. Two box lunches (Sat & Sun): $20. *Certificates of Participation will be ed to participants who have attended this course.* Fundamentals of the Waldorf Kindergarten: Introduction to Understanding the Kindergarten-Aged Child MONDAY, JUNE 22 FRIDAY, JUNE 26 with Karen Viani, Alice Stamm, Lee Sturgeon-Day, Annie Bosque, and Lauren Hickman This introductory, week-long immersion workshop for teachers, caregivers, and parents will cover current research in early childhood development as well as Rudolf Steiner s indications for the kindergarten-age child. Discussions will include the importance of play, the power of rhythm, working with parents and colleagues, school readiness, and much more. Active participation and hands-on activities will include storytelling and puppetry, seasonal festivals, circles, and crafts. Recommended reading: Work and Play in Early Childhood, Freya Jaffke Participants will: Develop an understanding of child development in the kindergarten-aged child Practice a range of activities suitable for the kindergarten Understand the primary importance of play and rhythm in the kindergarten Times: Monday Thursday, 8am-5:45pm; Friday, 8am-1pm Registration check-in: Monday, June 22, 7-8am Course fee: $590 through June 5; $615 June Online registration closes June 14. Door registration is $640. Meals: Pre-register to guarantee meals. Five box lunches (M F): $50. *Certificates of Participation will be ed to participants who have attended this course.* 6 Rudolf Steiner Summer Workshops Phone: Fax:

9 Early Childhood Education Introduction to Waldorf Birth-to-Three: Support for Nurturing Infants and Toddlers MONDAY, JULY 20 FRIDAY, JULY 24 with Simone Demarzi, Lauren Hickman, Barbara Stern, and Nancy Poer Join us for a practical workshop on working with children from birth-to-three. Explore the world of the very young child through observation, respectful interactions, hand gestures, games, and song. Gain a deeper understanding of the relationship between Waldorf early childhood education and the work of Dr. Emmi Pickler and the R.I.E. (Resources for Infant Educators) approach. Recommended for anyone working with children aged birth-to-three. Recommended reading: Dear Parent, Magda Gerber; Creating Connections: WECAN publication, Susan Weber and Kimberly Lewis Participants will: Understand the importance of relationship in the development of the very young child Develop a toolkit of activities suitable for a very young child Times: Monday Thursday, 8am-5:45pm; Friday, 8am-1pm Registration check-in: Sunday, July 19, 5pm-7pm; Monday, July 20, 7am-8am Course fee: $590 through July 3; $615 July Online registration closes July 12. Door registration is $640. Group Discount of 10% applies when you register 10 or more teachers from your school. Meals: Pre-register to guarantee meals. Five buffet breakfasts (M F): $42.50; Five buffet lunches (M F): $73.75; Four buffet dinners (M Th): $59. *Certificates of Participation will be ed to participants who have attended this course.* Deepening the Art of Storytelling and Marionette Theater: An Intensive for Experienced Waldorf Early Childhood Educators MONDAY, JULY 20 FRIDAY, JULY 24 with Karen Viani, Helen Lubin, Alice Stamm, and Diana Collins This workshop, led by Master Puppeteer Karen Viani, will include honing the art of storytelling with speech artist Helen Lubin, movement for marionettes with eurythmist Alice Stamm, and plant dyeing with Diana Collins. Participants will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of marionette construction, stringing, staging, performance, and moving marionettes. The intensive will be crowned with both individual and group marionette show performances. Recommended Reading: First Steps in Natural Dyeing, Joan Almon Participants will: Develop their skills as puppeteers and storytellers Gain new insights into the importance of storytelling for the young child Deepen their command of speech work Times: Monday Thursday, 8am-5:45pm; Friday, 8am-1pm Registration check-in: Sunday, July 19, 5pm-7pm; Monday, July 20, 7am-8am Course fee: $620 through July 3; $645 July Online registration closes July 12. Door registration is $670. Group Discount of 10% applies when you register 10 or more teachers from your school. Meals: Pre-register to guarantee meals. Five buffet breakfasts (M F): $42.50; Five buffet lunches (M F): $73.75; Four buffet dinners (M Th): $59. *Certificates of Participation will be ed to participants who have attended this course.* conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu 7

10 Public Waldorf Education For more information about our Waldorf Approach for Public Schools course, please visit The Waldorf Approach for Public Schools: Pre K 8 MONDAY, JULY 13 FRIDAY, JULY 24 with Liz Beaven, Susan Goldstein, George Hoffecker, Susan Johnson, Marianne Kennedy, Lee Pope, Christiana Quick-Cleveland, Anna Rainville, Doris Rainville, and Betty Staley This two-week institute is designed for teachers in any school setting. It focuses on ways to creatively integrate the arts and active learning into the public school curriculum, thus bringing learning to life for both teachers and students. Aspects of the Waldorf approach applicable in any classroom are presented, along with an exploration of child development. Participants have extensive hands-on experience in storytelling, poetry recitation, drama, watercolor painting, clay modeling, drawing, movement, and music. Ways to connect children with the wonders of the natural world are explored. The institute also addresses important questions of assessment and standards, including enlivening the Common Core Standards. Classes are offered in grade-level tracks: Preschool/Kindergarten, Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4, and Grades 5-8. For information about applying to this program, please visit Participants will: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Waldorf developmental curriculum Have direct, hands-on experience of a range of Waldorf-inspired classroom activities Build a toolkit of practical ideas and activities that can be used in any classroom setting Times: Monday Friday, 8:50am-5pm Registration check-in: Monday, July 13, 7am-8:45am Course fee: $680 through July 3; $715 July 4-5. Online registration closes July 5. Door registration is $750. Optional: Continuing Education Units. From California State University, Sacramento, 3 academic semester units, $195; additional 3 units for Independent Study/Special Project, $195; 6 Continuing Education Units, $80. Meals: Pre-register to guarantee meals. Week 1 Five buffet breakfasts (M F): $42.50; Five buffet lunches (M F): $73.75; Four buffet dinners and Friday box dinner (M F): $69; Week 2 Five buffet breakfasts (M F): $42.50; Five buffet lunches (M F): $73.75; Four buffet dinners (M Th): $59. Register 10 or more teachers from your school for this course and qualify for a 10% discount. 8 Rudolf Steiner Summer Workshops Phone: Fax:

11 Conferences and Workshops Advanced Biodynamic Intensive WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10 SUNDAY, JUNE 14 with Harald Hoven and Cynthia Hoven This intensive is the culmination of the biodynamic workshop series, deepening the practical activities learned so far. Every morning will begin with plant observation and study in the beautiful Raphael Garden, followed by discussion and eurythmy. There will also be an opportunity to answer questions that may have arisen during the year about the practical work. Daily lectures will be presented to give a comprehensive insight into the philosophy underlying biodynamics. Topics will include the four elements, the four kingdoms of nature, and the levels of consciousness in each of them, and aspects of cosmic and earthly evolution. This course is designed for people who have already taken the September through May Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Workshop Series. Anyone else who wants to attend should have at least a general knowledge of biodynamics, either through practice or study. Participants will: Gain insight into principles and philosophy of biodynamics Receive answers to their questions regarding biodynamic practice Deepen their practical experience Times: Wednesday Saturday, 8:30am-6pm; Sunday, 8:30am-12:30pm Registration check-in: Wednesday, June 10, 7:30-8:30am Course fee: $425 through June 7. Online registration closes June 7. Door registration is $450. Meals: Pre-register to guarantee meals. Two box lunches (Sat & Sun): $20. Biodynamic Education at Rudolf Steiner College As a leading center for Biodynamic education, Rudolf Steiner College offers a wide array of workshops and conferences. Our Biodynamic Farming and Gardening workshop series combines classroom work with hands-on activity, culminating in a week-long intensive in June. Individual workshops on backyard gardening, beekeeping, and nature observation, and evening study courses are available throughout the year. Our full-time biodynamic farm apprenticeship program offers four apprentices one year of hands-on work in the Raphael Garden. Outdoor classroom farm visits for elementary and high school classes are available in Fall and Spring. biodynamics@steinercollege.edu for more information. Visit for our biodynamic events calendar, additional course offerings, and program descriptions. conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu 9

12 Conferences and Workshops The Alchemical Laboratory II: Medicinals FRIDAY, JUNE 12 TUESDAY, JUNE 16 with Dennis Klocek and Matias Baker Note: Although this course is entitled part II there are no prerequisites. To begin, there will be an overview of the issues in healing and illness. This will be supported by a review of simple alchemical processes. Recent research into creating salt signatures as diagnostic tools will be integrated into presentations on the production of medicinals. We will then explore prayer and meditation using forms in nature as aids to dialogue with elemental worlds that stand behind the transformation of substances for the purpose of healing. Afternoon sessions led by Matias Baker will focus on practical exercises that explore form principles of plants and their dynamic relationships to minerals and animals. Times: Friday, June 12, 7pm-8:30pm; Saturday Monday, June 13-15, 9am- 8:30pm; Tuesday, June 16, 9am-5pm Registration check-in: Friday, June 12, 6pm-7pm Course fee: $ sliding scale (limited scholarship funds available) Meals: Pre-register to guarantee meals. Two box lunches (Saturday & Sunday): $20. Info: info@corosinstitute.org or Conference Registration: Coros Institute: Consciousness Studies MONDAY, AUGUST 10 FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 with Dennis Klocek, Patricia Dickson, and Pamela Whitman This popular three-week intensive covers basic principles of esoteric practices. Most esoteric traditions teach that a human being is composed of a physical body that is animated by a soul and a spirit. The soul and spirit are known traditionally as subtle bodies. Initiation is a dialogue process of inner transformation that works with these subtle bodies. This course will explore the fundamentals of this process through a combination of lecture, artistic work, and seminar conversations. Please see for more information about this course. Times: Monday, August 10-Friday, August 28, 8:15am-3:20pm Registration check-in: Monday, August 10, 7:30am-8:30am Course fee: $1,620 (3 weeks); $1150 (2 weeks); $575 (1 week) 10 Rudolf Steiner Summer Workshops Phone: Fax:

13 Conferences and Workshops Extra Lesson Educational Support Conference Archetypes that Inform Our Work: The Form Within and Without SUNDAY, AUGUST 2, 7PM-THURSDAY, AUGUST 6 With Joep Eikenboom, Erica Eikenboom, Kris Boshell, Alice Stamm, and Jo-Ann Climenhage For practitioners with training in Remedial Education and the Extra Lesson. The work of the Extra Lesson has a long and successful history of supporting students in overcoming challenges to their development, and addressing underlying causes for difficulties. In our materialistic, resultsoriented culture, this approach is not always easily understood. This conference will review the archetypal images that inform teachers and the Extra Lesson itself. We will focus on how to communicate the meaning of the archetypes and how to explain the importance of addressing the underlying causes for student difficulties in skills attainment, addressing developmental gaps, and bringing students to grade-level functioning. Join us as Extra Lesson expert Joep Eikenboom leads us with lectures followed by workshop contributions by Joep and Erica Eikenboom, Kris Boshell, and Alice Stamm. Participants will: Hone their skills in communicating with parents and colleagues Deepen their understanding of underlying causes of student difficulties Participate in artistic activity and eurythmy Participate directly in aspects of extra lesson work Times: Sunday, August 2, 7-8:30pm; Monday-Thursday, August 3-5, 9am-8:30pm Registration check-in: Sunday, August 2, 6-7pm; Monday, August 3, 8-9am Course fee: Pre-registration is $320 through July 3; $390 after July 4-July 26. Registration closes on July 26. No registration at the door. Meals: Pre-register to guarantee meals. Four box lunches (Monday-Thursday): $40. conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu 11

14 Matriculated Programs Bookstore Financial Assistance Rudolf Steiner College offers students a wide range of full-time and part-time educational opportunities, including Waldorf Teacher Education (with the opportunity to earn an MA in Education), biodynamic education, anthroposophical studies, and personal enrichment classes. The campus includes a bookstore, café, biodynamic garden and orchard, a performance hall, and a student housing complex. The College also has a campus in San Francisco, California. Programs offered in are listed below. A description of each program can be found at and in the College Catalog. Information on how to apply for any of RSC s programs is available at through the Admissions Office by calling ext. 100 or ing rsc@steinercollege.edu. The Bookstore at Rudolf Steiner College The Bookstore at Rudolf Steiner College focuses on supporting Waldorf teachers and students of spiritual science. We stock hundreds of titles, both new to Waldorf curriculum and several favorites. Visit our art and craft room to find Mercurius school supplies, musical instruments, and gorgeous natural products for handwork and crafting. We offer natural body and face products, and homeopathic remedies from Dr. Hauschka, Weleda, True Botanica, and Uriel. What makes our shop so special is an array of beautiful gifts and toys. Visit us at Students receive a special 10% discount on books. Call our shopkeepers at , or us with your order at bookstore@steinercollege.edu. Financial Assistance Financial assistance is available to eligible students in many of our programs. Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information by ing financialaid@steinercollege.edu. For More Information Please contact the Admissions Office at ext. 100 or rsc@steinercollege.edu for more information about Residential (full time, traditional academic year) and Weekend/Summer (part time, based in San Francisco with summers on our Fair Oaks campus) programs. See to learn more. 12 Rudolf Steiner Summer Workshops Phone: Fax:

15 Matriculated Programs Waldorf Teacher Education Program (WTE) Our Teacher Education program is offered through five modalities Summer, Hybrid, Residential, Early Childhood In-Service, and Weekend/Summer all of which lead to a Waldorf Teaching Diploma. All modalities except Early Childhood In-Service offer the opportunity to earn a California state-approved, non-accredited MA in Education, Waldorf Concentration. All the modalities include: Foundation Studies: Anthroposophy; Waldorf education philosophy; personal growth and development toward becoming successful Waldorf teachers through spiritual and philosophical studies, inner work, and an array of artistic classes, such as painting, drawing, music, clay modeling, woodworking, eurythmy, gardening, drama, speech and handwork; other courses in the humanities, encompassing history and literature. Teacher Education: Waldorf curriculum overall and the curriculum and instruction in all aspects of your area of specialization (early childhood, grades or high school); other practical skills such as presentation, lesson planning, storytelling, working with parents and colleagues. Includes observation and practicum experience in a Waldorf classroom. AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION: Early Childhood Our early childhood pedagogy is based on Rudolf Steiner s framework of child development, the latest research, and our understanding of the need to protect the wonder of childhood, including the child s right to learn through creative play. The curriculum is focused on developmentally appropriate caregiving and education with emphasis on the young child s physical, emotional, and mental health. Students learn activities that help foster enthusiastic learning, intellectual growth, self-esteem, and social responsibility. Practice-teaching in a Waldorf classroom offers opportunities to enhance classroom skills, gain self-confidence through mentoring, and understand the complex responsibilities of becoming a Waldorf teacher. Elementary Grades In addition to studies of child development, Waldorf elementary grades (1 8) preparation includes pedagogy, methodology, creative integration of the arts, and practical aspects such as classroom management, the school as a community, and working with parents and colleagues. This program focuses on preparing teachers to guide children through the main lesson blocks, and to foster a genuine love of learning that each child will carry for a lifetime. The curriculum includes an exploration of all grades and subjects, concrete examples, and resources for lesson blocks in each of the eight grades, as well as practice teaching in which students are able to learn side-byside with an experienced teacher. High School Teacher education for the Waldorf High school requires a strong background in one s specific subject area, and an enthusiasm for working with the challenges of adolescence. Particular attention is given to the developmental stages of adolescence, who the student is and what he or she does in the world, and how lessons stimulate learning in the student through course content. Teachers are given tools to help students develop an appreciation for past cultural and individual contributions, to encourage them to grapple with issues of the day; to develop clear, flexible thinking, compassion for others, and a will to work. This specialization is offered through the Summer and Weekend/Summer Modalities. conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu 13

16 Summer Waldorf Teacher Education Programs WALDORF TEACHER EDUCATION MODALITIES Summer Modality Early Childhood, Grades, or High School The Summer Modality of the Waldorf Teacher Education Program is a three-year training that consists of Foundation Studies and Teacher Education each summer, with additional work in the Fall and Spring terms of the first and second years, including observation and practice-teaching in Waldorf classrooms. Summer modality students may elect to complete the MA option. MA work generally takes a minimum of three years to complete, part time; a new MA cohort is started every other year. MA studies must be taken concurrently with Teacher Education. YEAR ONE Classes will be held for 6 days each week, Monday, June 22-Saturday, July 11, 8am-5:45pm Year One of our Summer Waldorf Teacher Education program has been reimagined and redesigned for 2015 based on feedback from students, teachers, and administrators. This revised Summer Waldorf Teacher Education program is designed for students who desire to develop and healthily sustain teaching careers in early childhood, grades, or high school. It is appropriate for those wishing to teach in independent Waldorf schools or public Waldorf-inspired schools. (Note: Most states require that public school teachers hold a valid state credential; Rudolf Steiner College courses do not lead to a state credential.) Year One Students will: Study core principles of anthroposophy, the foundation of Waldorf education. All students entering Year One (early childhood, grades, high school) will join together for one week of Foundation Studies, followed by two weeks of classes in Waldorf curriculum and instruction, for a total of 18 days instruction. Foundation Studies include: Human development; the nature of the human being; evolution of consciousness; inner work and reflective practices; and immersion in a range of arts. Curriculum and Instruction: Mornings will be devoted to general principles of Waldorf curriculum and child development from preschool through 12th grade Afternoons will focus on areas of specialization: Early childhood, grades, or high school. Evenings will be available for independent study, reading, or coffee and conversation. For those already working in the classroom, two evenings will be set aside for support and guidance by our faculty on the topic of practical planning for the upcoming school year. Summer work will be supported and enriched by Fall and Spring sessions. We understand that becoming a Waldorf teacher is a process that happens over time, not just in summer. Mentoring sessions will be available from RSC faculty during the school year. These will provide dedicated time for an individual to check in and get answers to questions. Mentoring sessions will be available via phone, Skype, or on the College campus. Year One and Two students will complete two periods of field experience (requirements differ for pre-service and currently-practicing teachers; these requirements will be presented to students during the Summer session). We warmly encourage you to begin your journey as a Waldorf teacher through this contemporary, hands-on, accessible program. Questions? Contact Admissions at , ext. 100 or rsc@steinercollege.edu. 14 Rudolf Steiner Summer Workshops Phone: Fax:

17 Summer Waldorf Teacher Education Programs WALDORF TEACHER EDUCATION MODALITIES Foundation Courses Orientation & Courses: Year 1 Registration & Orientation: Sunday, June 21 Year 1 Courses: Monday, June 22 Saturday, June 27 Year 2-3 Registration & Orientation: Wednesday, June 17 Years 2-3 Courses: Thursday, June 18 Friday, June 26 Taken concurrently each summer, these courses are part of the Waldorf Teacher Education program, and also fulfill the prerequisites for the Remedial Education and Subject Teachers Programs. These courses may also be taken on their own for personal study and renewal, either for credit or as an auditor. TEACHER ED: EARLY CHILDHOOD OR ELEMENTARY GRADES: Year 1 Registration & Orientation: Sunday, June 28 Year 1 Courses: Monday, June 29 Saturday, July 11 Years 2-3 Registration & Orientation: Sunday, June 28 Years 2-3 Courses: Monday, June 29 Friday, July 17 TEACHER ED: HIGH SCHOOL: Year 1 Registration & Orientation: Sunday, June 28 Year 1 Courses: Monday, June 29 Saturday, July 11 Years 2-3 Registration & Orientation: Sunday, June 28 Years 2-3 Courses: Monday, June 29 Friday, July 17 For this Summer s Year 2 and 3 curriculum and schedule, please visit edu/highschool. These courses are open as professional development opportunities to auditors with a background in Waldorf Education. Years 2 and 3: High School Curriculum Weeks: Monday, June 29 Saturday, July 11. Years 2 and 3: Adolescent Development Week: Intellectual and Emotional Development, Monday, July 13 Friday, July 17 (Monday Friday, 8am-9pm) with Betty Staley. EARLY CHILDHOOD IN-SERVICE MODALITY Registration & Orientation: Sunday, June 28 Year 2: Sunday, June 28 Friday, July 10 Year 3: Sunday, June 28 Friday, July 17 Designed with practicing Waldorf early childhood teachers in mind, this three-year Summer modality includes A 3-week Summer session each year for two years (8 days of Foundations and 2 weeks of Teacher Education) A week-long session in the Fall of the second year A 3-week Teacher Education Summer session in the third year. Course prerequisite: At least one year working in a Waldorf early childhood educational setting. The student must continue working in such a setting throughout the course of their training. conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu 15

18 Summer Waldorf Teacher Education Programs WALDORF TEACHER EDUCATION MODALITIES Waldorf Teacher Education Program for Subject Teachers SPECIALIZATION AREA: HANDWORK Registration & Orientation: Sunday, June 28 Monday, June 29 Friday, July 10 This three-year program meets in 3-week sessions every summer (including Foundation courses), plus six days in the Spring. This program includes continuing independent study, observation, and practice teaching in Waldorf schools during the school year. The curriculum this summer will cover Grades 6-8. Hybrid Modality (Blended Learning) Early Childhood or Grades This program is specifically designed to support active teachers in Public Schools inspired by Waldorf education. Registration & Orientation: Sunday, July 5 Years 2-3: Monday, July 6 Saturday, July 17 This program meets over three consecutive summers for a two-week intensive Summer session, and through online webinars and over practicum weekends during the Fall and Spring terms of years one and two. Also required are two weeks of Art of Teaching, one in each of two summers. The foundation and teacher education components are woven into the four primary areas of study: Ontology and Epistemology of Waldorf Education; The Artistic Approach in the Practice of Teaching Curriculum; Development, Differentiation, and Delivery; and Applied Research. Remedial Education Program SUMMER 2015 SESSION FOR CURRENTLY ENROLLED STUDENTS SUNDAY, JULY 26 FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 with Kris Boshell, Jo-Ann Climenhage, Joep and Erica Eikenboom, Brian Gray, Margaret Kerndt, Helen Lubin, and Alice Stamm The three-year, part-time Remedial Education Program is designed to educate Waldorf teachers and related professionals in educational support theory and practice, with Extra Lesson assessments and exercises as the foundational material. This program meets for four days in November and March plus two weeks in the summer of each year. The next three-year cycle will begin in November For information about applying to this program, please visit Fall Programs WALDORF TEACHER EDUCATION MODALITIES Our full time residential program allows students to immerse themselves fully and over an extended period of time in an enriched program that encompasses foundation studies and teacher education. 16 Rudolf Steiner Summer Workshops Phone: Fax:

19 General Summer Information Registration for Workshops and Programs (See course descriptions for pre-registration discounts.) Pre-Registration is recommended by Friday, June 5 for workshops beginning in June, and Friday, July 3 for workshops beginning in July. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment. You will be notified immediately if this occurs. Online registration closes one week before the event begins, but door registration is available unless the class is full. You may register for any of our courses using one of the following options: Register online at Download the registration form and fax to , scanned form to conferenceregistration@ steinercollege.edu or mail to Rudolf Steiner College, Attn: Summer Conference Registration, 9200 Fair Oaks Boulevard, Fair Oaks, CA If you send a fax, please follow up to confirm receipt. Schools sending/paying for multiple registrations may do so online at If your school is utilizing a purchase order or Title II, the registration forms and purchase order/requisition form must be faxed to (877) or scanned to conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu. Schools registering 10 or more participants in the following courses qualify for a 10% discount: The Art of Teaching, Waldorf in the Public Schools, Deepening the Art of Storytelling and Marionette Theater, and Introduction to Waldorf Birth-to-Three. Please call Registration for a group discount code. Certificates of Participation: Certificates are now included in the price of all Summer workshops. Certificates of Participation will be sent to participants who have attended Art of Teaching and other professional development courses where indicated. A $10 per attendee manual registration fee will be charged for offline registrations. For further information, please call or conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu. No registrations will be taken by phone. Changes to your registration may incur fees so please make sure to review your registration prior to its submission. For registration check-in times, and to collect information packets, please see the information listed at the bottom of each course description. Cancellation Policy: To receive a full refund for course fees, cancellation notice must be received 15 calendar days before the course begins. Cancellations/Changes: Between the 15-day deadline and 1-day notice will incur a $35 processing fee. No refunds will be given within 24 hours of the canceled course. Refunds will be made within 30 days after request. Cancellations must be received in writing via or fax and will not be handled by phone. For more information about our cancellation policy, please visit Meals and Snacks Break service is offered Monday-Friday, in the morning and in the afternoon. Meals are generally flour-free, however, we are not a certified gluten free kitchen, so, if you have several dietary restrictions, please make alternate plans for your meals.the morning break is not until 11am, so you may wish to grab a bite before class. Please make meal choices as part of your registration as our multi-course meals often sell out during pre-registration. Meals must be cancelled at least 15 days prior to the course start date; after this date, meals are non-refundable. If you decide not to pre-register for meals, individual meals may be purchased from Clara s Counter on a first-come, first-served basis. conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu 17

20 General Summer Information Housing Information Phone: Fax: The College housing office arranges dormitory housing and can provide local host information for those interested in staying in a private home. Both options are extremely limited and are filled based on duration of stay and the order in which requests are received. To request dormitory housing for summer, please use our online reservation system at or download the Summer 2015 Housing Request Form. Even if you are using the form, you can view the current availability for your dates at the online portal. You can submit by , mail, or fax (see above). You will receive confirmation by . Housing is not guaranteed; if you do not receive a confirmation letter, please contact the housing office. If you send a fax, please follow up to confirm receipt. Please note: RSC will not be responsible for making private housing arrangements, and will not be responsible for the quality of your stay. All private housing arrangements are made at your own risk. CAMPING No camping is allowed at Rudolf Steiner College or Sacramento Waldorf School. This includes all sleeping bags, tents, campers, RVs, and sleeping in your own personal vehicle. The closest local campsite to our campus is the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, which is located approximately 10 miles away from campus. HOTEL INFORMATION Rudolf Steiner College Preferred Hotel The Holiday Inn Point East Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA miles from RSC, Reservations can be made online or by phone or When you book, ask for the Rudolf Steiner College Rate of $82 a night. Shuttle service between the Holiday Inn and RSC is provided by the Holiday Inn at no extra charge between June 17 and July 28. Details are available from the Holiday Inn and shuttle reservations are made at check-in. Please see our website at for additional hotel choices. On-Campus Parking Passes Parking passes are required for all Summer events and courses and are issued at registration. When parking at Rudolf Steiner College and at Sacramento Waldorf School please be sure to display your parking pass. Cars without this pass may be towed. Airport, Shuttle, and Rental Car Information Airports The closest airport to Rudolf Steiner College is the Sacramento International Airport (SMF). It is approximately a half-hour drive to the College. The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the next closest airport to our campus, and is approximately a two-hour drive, For shuttle and rental car information, please visit 18 Rudolf Steiner Summer Workshops Phone: Fax: