In this conversation, Laura Hayes and Mark Ebersole delve into the art of Eurythmy, a unique movement practice central to Waldorf Education. Mark shares his personal journey into Eurythmy, its significance in education, and the challenges faced in teaching it today. The discussion highlights the importance of integrating movement with learning, the joy it brings to students, and the therapeutic aspects of Eurythmy. Mark emphasizes the need for children to engage in free play and movement, contrasting it with the current educational trends that often confine them to screens and rigid structures.

Podcast by Ithaca Waldorf School

Hosted by Laura Hayes

Music performed by Tao Teramura, IWS student

In this episode, Laura Hayes discusses the critical aspects of finances, tuition, and development within the Ithaca Waldorf School. Joined by board president Nathaniel Thompson and treasurer Ravinder Kingra, they explore their personal experiences with Waldorf education, the financial challenges the school faces, the importance of teacher compensation, and the value of investing in early childhood education. They also highlight the significance of financial aid, community diversity, and future planning for enrollment growth, along with development efforts to support the school's mission. Hosted by Laura Hayes

Music performed by Tao Teramura, IWS student

In this episode of The Waldorf Way, host Laura Hayes engages with Lisa Marshall, a Waldorf parent and climate activist, discussing the profound impact of Waldorf education on personal development, the importance of handwork in teaching life skills, and the role of education in fostering environmental stewardship. They explore how Waldorf methods emphasize process over outcome, the significance of discernment and perseverance, and the ways in which climate change is integrated into the curriculum. The conversation highlights the necessity of nurturing a strong connection with nature to cultivate conscious and courageous adults who are equipped to address the challenges of the modern world.

Hosted by Laura Hayes

Music performed by Tao Teramura, IWS student