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Grades 1 – 8Video of a 1st Grade Morning Lesson created by Karl Schurman and 10th grade student, Cyrus Fenderson
During the grade school years, the child’s consciousness gradually shifts from a pictorial to a more conceptual focus. Our elementary curriculum is designed to accompany the child through this gradual process of unfolding capacities. There is a rhythmic structure to individual lesson plans, and to the course of the school year. Students learn through “block teaching,” working intensively each morning with one subject for several weeks before another subject is introduced. This allows for greater concentration and retention of material. After the morning academic work come the artistic, practical and movement classes, as well as continuing skills work in English, mathematics and foreign languages. To provide security and continuity in the passage from childhood to adolescence, one “class teacher” oversees the student’s development between ages 7 and 14. In this way, the teacher comes to know each student in depth and can attend carefully to his or her needs over time. The contact with one class teacher is supplemented by interaction with numerous other teachers who provide specific instruction in foreign languages, music, fine arts, handwork, woodwork, eurythmy and movement. |
Open House Prior to Smirkus Matinees:Aug 5 & 6, 11 AM - 12:30 PM. Meet our teachers, tour our campus, learn about new programs and how to apply for admission, Early Childhood through Grade 12. Circus Smirkus Returns:Don't miss Circus Smirkus' annual visit to our Grade School Campus, Aug 5 & 6, 1:00 & 6:00 PM. New High School Boarding Option with Tuition Discount:Receive a wonderful Waldorf high school education while living in beautiful Maine. Call admissions, 207-865-3900 Ext 103 for more information. New Two Day Nursery Option:We are offering a 3-day (Mon-Wed) nursery class with a 2-day (Mon-Tues) option. The class meets from 8:45 - 12:00. Children ages 2 ½ to 4 are eligible. Call 207-865-3900 Ext 103 for more information and to register.
Parent-Infant Classes:New for Sept 2010. These classes for parents & infants are designed to support the new parent in meeting a baby's needs at different developmental stages. For more information and to register: 207-865-3900 Ext 103. Parent-Toddler Classes:Registering now for Parent-Toddler Classes for 2010-11 school year. Call 207-865-3900 Ext 103 today. Circus Smirkus Fundraiser:Help kids-in-need run away with the Circus by coming out to Flatbread Company in Portland on Tuesday, July 20, 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. Summer Programs at Merriconeag:New this year! Call 207-865-3900 Ext 101 to see if we still have room and to register for one of our four, week-long summer camps. Limited Openings throughout the School:We continue to accept applications throughout the year. Call Lyn Baird, Admissions Director, today, 207.865.3900 Ext 103. 
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