Windows into Waldorf June 5, 2026
THIS WEEK’S ISSUE INCLUDES
Director’s note
Key Dates and Happenings
Dispatches from our Classrooms
Dear Parents,
To think that we are on the homestretch to summer, with bucolic lakeside camping trips and family time stretching out in the sunshine.
It’s a Wrap! Our recent plays have been ‘hero journey’s. The King of Ireland’s Son, A Wrinkle in Time and now with the incredible Odysseus. They all highlight the challenges of our protagonists and their triumph over adversity. How the students shine when they take to the stage. A huge thanks goes out to our musicians and set and costume designers.
This brings us to our next point. A play is a huge production with many actors and supporting roles. Last night our Grade 8s took to the stage to receive their accolades and be reminded how important they are to the community. As Ms. Bender spoke: Growing up is not a straight line. Everyone’s journey to graduation is a Homeric tale.
While we congratulate our graduates on this incredible milestone - the spotlight is theirs! - remember that you all helped play a role in getting these wonderful students to the podium. Thank you as well to our Grade 7 Class for organizing the event. It was warm and heartfelt and full of mirth.
Congratulations to everyone on an incredible theatre season! And thank you to our Graduates for the wisdom, joy and leadership they brought to the school.
- The Waldorf Academy Community
KEY DATES & HAPPENINGS
Thursday, June 11 at 9:00 AM - Kindergarten Rainbow Bridge Ceremony and last day of school for KG
Friday, June 12 11:00 AM - Rose Ceremony - School ends at 12:30
Weekend June 12 - Community organized Camping Trip
June 15 from 4:00 - 5:00 - Meet the Kindergarten Teachers event
Tuesday Sept. 8 - First Day of 2026-2027 School
Please see all of these details on our community calendar: Waldorf Academy Toronto School Annual Calendar
Your Voice Matters Parent Survey
Dear Waldorf Academy Families,
As we near the close of the school year, we are inviting your reflections through our annual parent survey, linked below.
The education of a child is a partnership, and your perspective is an important part of it. You see your children in ways we do not, and your observations about their growth and their experience help inform our work as a school.
We ask you to answer honestly. Your candour, whether it affirms what is working or identifies what could be better, is what helps us improve. Your responses will be read with care, held in confidence, and used to inform our planning for the year ahead.
The survey takes only a few minutes to complete and will remain open until Monday, June 16.
DISPATCHES FROM THE CLASSROOMS
Dear Soon-To-Be Waldorf Academy Kindergarten Parents
Ms. Ciepielewski, Ms. Lennox and the Kindergarten Faculty warmly welcome you to attend a convivial event to meet the teachers and learn “What to Expect for Kindergarten”
Monday June 15 from 4:00 - 5:00
Agenda includes: We'd like to introduce ourselves, build connections among all of you, and familiarize you with the first 6 weeks of school (and beyond!). We'll share information about our outdoor program and festivals, and suggest activities and readings for the summer.
We invite you to register below.
Lost & Found
We invite parents to come get your kid’s stuff!
DISPATCHES FROM THE CLASSROOMS
Kindergarteners to Riverdale Farm
Grade 2 - King of Ireland’s Son Play
Grade 5, 6 - Odysseus Play comes to life
Venegeful gods, a blinded Cyclops, Kings and Queen’s hosting banquets, and hero’s dashed on the rocks of doubt. Lifelong memories were made by the The Grade 5/6 Class performing as they did in ancient Greece almost 3000 years ago.
GRADUATION!
Last night, in an intimate gathering of teachers, parents and students, we celebrated the accomplishments of our remarkable Grade 8 Graduates. This is a school of stories and the evening did not disappoint! Thoughtful speeches, humour, words of wisdom were shared and our Graduates got a well deserved ‘send off’ they will never forget.
From Last week - Thanks Fabiana for the Softball Tournament Pictures!
IN THE COMMUNITY
You’re invited to an exclusive Waldorf Inspired Opening of Wanda World!
Join our friends for a family day of fun!
Grade 2 Parents and Serial Entrepreneurs Zorana and Yusuf would like to invite Waldorf students and parents to a specially curated school-wide “playdate”!
Inspired by the community, and the Waldorf philosophy, Zorana and Yusuf have just opened Wanda World to great acclaim! For this reason, they’d like to invite the community to come out and join in for some fun!
Whether to join Ethel the Squirrel or Gareth the Bulldog or sign up for some Olympics, there’s something for the whole family and community at Wanda World!
“One of the best things about having children is that it allows you to be a child yourself again.” - Yusuf
We'd like to acknowledge how busy everyone is, and also keep the opportunity available by making all first-time bookings free for Waldorf folks, all summer.
