The Birth & Growth of a School 1971 - 1991: The Recent Years

Growth since 1986 has included few structural changes; thus we have been focusing more inwardly, strengthening our teacher body, the quality of our education, and the relations between faculty and parents. A number of programs have evolved such as Physical Education, Summer Camp, a Music program with two orchestras, a Resource program and a Development program that involves public relations, fund raising and long range planning.

We have also become more aware of our facilities - our beautiful land and buildings and the importance of properly maintaining them. In 1987, thanks to a study of the Buildings and Grounds Committee and to Tom Jordan, we had a Renewal Campaign to insure the future health of the buildings. Recently, we have upgraded the offices and hallway.

The Great Barrington Rudolf Steiner School has become a model Waldorf school that holds training programs where apprentices seek experience for their teaching degree.

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