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	News TWS Senior Boys Volleyball Team Win SSAF Championship Friday, December 02, 2011 With a final score of 15- 8 over Peoples’ Christian Academy, TWS became champions. Videos: The Waldorf Way: Silicon Valley school eschews technology Wednesday, November 30, 2011 If we say we need technology to engage students we're missing the fact that what engages students is good teachers and good teaching. The Death of Preschool Thursday, November 10, 2011 The trend in early education is to move from a play-based curriculum to a more school-like environment of directed learning. Waldorf Approach to Computers in Education Making Waves in Media Friday, October 28, 2011 High School students using technology benefit by not using it earlier Studying Architecture in Waldorf Grade 12 classes: The Mother of All Arts Friday, September 23, 2011 Architecture is what we create between the given forms of nature and the structure of our own physical body. We put ourselves “into” our buildings and they affect our environment as they work back upon us. Why your teenager can’t use a hammer Thursday, August 25, 2011 Complaints about a generation of the mechanically challenged The Process of Creation Thursday, June 16, 2011 Grade 12 Art On discipline, Tiger Moms and detractors miss the point Wednesday, March 30, 2011 Discipline is the topic of this year's Gateways Conference for parents & educators of young children Alumni/ae Profile: Duncan Ebata, Class of '08 Friday, November 12, 2010 TWS Alumnus Honoured Confidence and Camaraderie Thursday, October 14, 2010 Grade 6 Canoeing Trip to Algonquin Park Candlelight Children's Fair Update Friday, October 08, 2010 From the Board of Directors Battling The Elements Friday, October 08, 2010 Grade 7 Wilderness Camping Trip From Thistles to Sunflowers Friday, September 17, 2010 TWS Garden is looking for volunteers Still Blooming! Thursday, June 17, 2010 TWS wins Vaughan Environmental Achievement Award fifth consecutive year Encouraging Home Childcare in Our Community Friday, June 11, 2010 TWS supports the Home Childcare Provider course Alumni/ae Feature: Alanah Caron, Class of '95 Friday, June 11, 2010 The Wild Life on Cortes Island: Reaching out for Community Presenting the TWS Animal Farm Friday, June 04, 2010 Farm Club with animals to be launched at TWS Alumni/ae Profile: Maayan Ziv Surpassing Her Years Friday, May 28, 2010 Check this great article (and images) about TWS Alumna Maayan Ziv and her stunning photography work! When Should My Child Begin Music Lessons? Tuesday, May 25, 2010 A Comparison of Waldorf and Suzuki Philosophies Preschools in forests take root in the US Monday, May 24, 2010 The unique "forest kindergarten" at Cedarsong Nature School is among several that have opened in recent years in the U.S., part of movement that originated in Europe to get kids out from in front of televisions and into the natural world. Art Tournament Offers Unique Opportunities Sunday, May 16, 2010 Artists have to work in a large space with other artists, while being observed, within the limits of 90 minutes. Study finds that effects of low-quality child care last into adolescence Friday, May 14, 2010 Low-quality care in the first few years of life can have a small but long-lasting impact on a child's learning and behavior, according to new results from the largest, most authoritative assessment of child rearing in the United States. Summer Camp Team Expands Friday, May 07, 2010 TWS currently has a few career opportunities available, both in teaching and adminstration. Alumni/ae Feature: Christabel Homewood, Class of '07 Friday, May 07, 2010 A recent graduate discusses the passion in her creativity and the launch of her new website. Request for Proposal: Food Service Vendor Friday, April 16, 2010 TWS is seeking a vendor to provide food services commencing September 2010. Career Opportunities Available at TWS Friday, March 05, 2010 TWS currently has a few career opportunities available, both in teaching and adminstration. High School Receives Another Glowing Report From Ministry Thursday, March 04, 2010 The Ministry of Education inspection on February 5 confirmed TWS' continued status as a fully accredited institution. Candlelight Events Wrap Up – 97% of Target Achieved Thursday, March 04, 2010 We would like to share the highlights of both the Candlelight Children's Fair and the Candlelight Vendor Market Do You See What I Mean? Friday, February 26, 2010 Being present to all that is unexpected: this is what it means to be living. - By Michael D'Aleo Alumni/ae Feature: Alice Hietala Friday, February 12, 2010 An interview with Alice Hietala, TWS alumna and composer outofbounds 7 nears launch Thursday, January 21, 2010 Advertising opportunities are available. Alumni/ae Feature: Ariel Nasr Class of '97 Monday, January 18, 2010 Good Morning, Kandahar is a documentary that asks the question, What is life like for young Afghan-Canadians when the country they live in is at war in their homeland? Research Finds No Advantage In Learning To Read From Age Five Thursday, January 14, 2010 A New Zealand Psychology PhD researcher found that Waldorf students caught up and matched the reading abilities of public school students by the age of 11, putting them at an advantage. A Window into African Culture Thursday, January 14, 2010 In the fall of 2008 the current Grade 8 class of the Toronto Waldorf School studied Africa. Who Killed Canada’s Education Advantage Friday, December 11, 2009 This is a very in-depth article about the history and state of funding for education in Canada. The author argues that the main thrust of Canada’s economic success was once its standard of education, but those days are sadly behind us. TWS Through Drops of Water Friday, December 11, 2009 TWS parent Gaby Israel recently took some beautiful images of the school. Be sure to take a deeper look at these. Alanna Mitchell on Neuroscience in Education Friday, December 11, 2009 Alanna Mitchell continues to advocate for the integration of those two previously thought-of separate fields in this 25 minute interview. Trans-Pacific Friendship Friday, December 04, 2009 As I shook each hand and looked in the eyes of these people I just met a few hours ago, I had an over whelming feeling that indeed friendship can happen despite language and cultural barriers. Sharing a Waldorf experience was a solid bridge of human connection. The link between exercise and more brainpower Saturday, November 14, 2009 Integrating the intricate sequences of music and dance into the academic program later has been shown in studies to raise test scores. Mary Stuart Lives Again Friday, November 13, 2009 Images of last week's Grade Twelve play, Mary Stuart. Studies by the Sea Friday, November 13, 2009 The Grade Twelve class began the school year with a main lesson on Zoology, second week of which was conducted in the field, at Hermit Island Park on the north-east coast of Maine. Brains: the secret to better schools Saturday, November 07, 2009 The Toronto Star has been taking a daily in-depth look at the "potential" involvement of brain research in public education Dressed Their Autumn Best Friday, November 06, 2009 Last week the Lower School celebrated Halloween with great fanfare. Grade One, in their first of many Halloween parades, were led by a fluffy brown bear Harvest Time - From the Garden to the Table Friday, October 30, 2009 On Friday, October 16th the Grade Four class hosted their families at a gathering in the Lower Gym to enjoy a feast prepared with the gifts of our garden Senior Boys Sweep Cross Country Championships Friday, October 23, 2009 TWS dominated the Under 20 Men’s race with a perfect score. Square Dance A Hit Amongst a Circle of Friends Saturday, October 17, 2009 Thanks to everyone who came out! See the slideshow here. How Computers Make Our Kids Stupid Saturday, September 26, 2009 There's growing evidence that too much cyber-time dumbs down our children Families Get a Wet Welcome Back Friday, September 25, 2009 Welcome Back BBQ was a refreshing hit Waldorf, Montessori programs are about teaching children how to think Thursday, September 17, 2009 Both approaches were crafted early in the past century. Adherents say they have stood the test of time, laying strong foundations for young students in a more thorough, 'whole brain' way Chewing over the benefits of family meals Saturday, September 12, 2009 Children who eat with their parents have more self-esteem and, some scientists say, better brain development TWS Introduces Temporary Hot Lunch Delivery Service Friday, September 11, 2009 We are pleased to announce that we have made arrangements for for Kidâ€™s Kitchen to prepare and deliver lunches to the school. David Suzuki: Outdoor Schooling Has Many Benefits Tuesday, September 08, 2009 Medieval Photography Friday, June 12, 2009 Our Grade 6 knights pledged vows to the lord and lady of the land before competiting in archery... Life Begins at 40! Friday, June 05, 2009 TWS community tops fundraising goal while celebrating 40 years of Waldorf in Canada. TWS Grade 12 Student Sets UBC Precedent Friday, May 22, 2009 A current Grade 12 student has achieved the highest mark ever scored in a University of British Columbia placement test for French language. Loss of Play in Early Schooling Lowers Results Thursday, April 09, 2009 Toronto Waldorf School hosts 15th annual early childhood conference 40th Anniversary Celebrations Saturday, April 04, 2009 Details on the upcoming celebrations We Will Always Have Peru Friday, April 03, 2009 By Christabel Homewood Grade 12 student in 2007-2008 Peru - An Advisor's View Thursday, April 02, 2009 Update - New Audio Equipment – Thank you Kushal Khanna! Friday, March 06, 2009 Apparently, our `behind the scenes’ donor is Kushal Khanna. Winterpalooza Rocks TWS Friday, March 06, 2009 Last Saturday night I was sitting on the couch beside my wife eating cookies and sipping chai tea, eyes closed, grooving and listening to some really great music. Generosity Abounds at TWS Thursday, February 26, 2009 Very special gifts have recently been donated to the school. TWS Dominates York Region Nordic Championships Thursday, February 26, 2009 The 3 R's? A Fourth Is Crucial, Too: Recess Monday, February 23, 2009 The best way to improve children’s performance in the classroom may be to take them out of it. High School Visits the P.A.R.T.Y. Program Friday, February 20, 2009 Support Grade 12 Friday, February 13, 2009 Please Support the Graduating Grade 12s to Attend the Connect Conference at the Goetheanum in Dornach, Switzerland 40 Years of Doing What Works Thursday, February 05, 2009 The local Liberal paper highlights TWS' 40 years of education that works. 40th Anniversary Events - Help Us Celebrate Thursday, February 05, 2009 We invite you to participate in two special celebrations this May. Grocery Card Program Continues to Expand Thursday, February 05, 2009 Natural Life Health Market (located in the plaza surrounding the Promenade Mall) has joined forces with TWS. Winterpalooza 09 Friday, January 23, 2009 Mark your calendars for this great event featuring Toronto Walforf School alumnae Emma Cook and Layah Jane. Development Committee Takes Shape Friday, January 23, 2009 The newly formed Development Committee held its first meeting on January 12th and there's plenty of good news. Senior Boys Volleyball Team Takes the Banner Friday, December 12, 2008 The boys became champions for the 3rd year in a row; Snr. Girls basketball team makes in to the finals. Alumnus Ariel Nasr on CBC Friday, December 12, 2008 Alumnus Ariel Nasr was recently in the national spotlight for his award-winning documentary Good Morning Kandahar. LS Girls Win SSAF Basketball Championship Thursday, December 04, 2008 New Planet Organic Gift Card Fundraiser Thursday, December 04, 2008 Help TWS raise money by doing what you already do anyway. The first 20 people to enroll in the program will receive a copy of the new Planet Organic Cookbook.* Final Days of Annual Campaign Thursday, December 04, 2008 We are in the final few weeks of our 2008 Giving Campaign and are encouraged by the generous response so far. We need your support to complete this year's goal. TWS Windfall! Part III Thursday, November 27, 2008 In Receipt of Third and Final Instalment of Founding Member’s Bequest - The latest cheque brought us $9,514.89 CDN. Our total from Pat Kettle is $240,872.04. Waldorf Students Score High Friday, November 21, 2008 The Waldorf School of Garden City is proud to announce that four high school seniors have been named Commended Students in the 2009 National Merit Scholarship Program. Click to Give Friday, November 21, 2008 We are excited to announce that we've now made it even easier for friends and supporters of the school to make on-line credit card donations to Toronto Waldorf School via CanadaHelps. Cross Country Season Reaches the Finish Line Thursday, November 13, 2008 Five TWS High School students made the trek over to Boyd Conservation Area for the York Region High School Championships and had our most successful high school race ever! Dumbed Down Friday, November 07, 2008 The troubling science of how technology is rewiring kids’ brains 2 Months Left in 2008 Gift Campaign Thursday, October 30, 2008 We have $5,000 targeted to new chairs for grades 2,3 and 4 already - Wouldn't it be fantastic if we could complete the matching set of desks at $300 apiece? 2008 Giving Campaign Extended Friday, September 19, 2008 Let's complete our first full set of desks and chairs! 83% of TWS Grads Ontario Scholars Tuesday, July 01, 2008 15 of 18 members of this year’s class had an academic average above 80% 100% Success: Grade 10 Literacy Test Results Wednesday, June 11, 2008 All of our Grade 10 students passed this year's test. Prolific Edmonton Artist Pays Tribute to TWS Thursday, May 29, 2008 Christopher Lucas, class of '85, donated a watercolour painting of the school to TWS. Grade 12 Student Selected for Canada World Youth Thursday, May 29, 2008 Soon-to-be graduate Sam Egan-Sheardown has been chosen by Canada World Youth (CWY) to help out with one of its projects. A Portrait of Honour Thursday, May 29, 2008 TWS Grade 12 student wins art award.

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