10th Annual Giving Circle Event—Saturday, February 28 | 3:30 p.m.

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Proposals for consideration:

EC Lead Teachers Attend WECAN Conference

Champion: Sweta Jaganath on behalf of Early Childhood Teachers
Estimated Cost: $2,000–$2,500 requested (portion of $3,300 total cost)
Timeline: February 6–8, 2026

Summary:
This proposal supports travel, lodging, and registration for Early Childhood Lead Teachers to attend the WECAN conference celebrating 100 years of Waldorf Early Childhood education. The conference provides deep professional development, connection with colleagues across North America, and renewed inspiration for the EC program.

Who Benefits: Primarily the Early Childhood program, with long-term benefits for students, faculty, and the wider community.

Portable Ball Storage Locker Cage

Champion: Kiaya Memeo
Estimated Cost: $350
Timeline: This school year

Summary:
This proposal purchases a lockable, portable ball cage to organize and secure movement-class and recess equipment. The lockable feature is especially helpful to EC faculty, ensuring certain materials remain accessible to graders while staying safe for younger students.

Who Benefits: Early Childhood, Grades, movement classes, and recess.

Perimeter Fence, Garden Gate & Arbor

Champion: Susan England
Estimated Cost: $10,000–$12,000
Timeline: Summer

Summary:
This proposal would install a perimeter fence along the unfenced northeast side of the property, including a storybook-style garden gate and arbor as the main entry point to the outdoor play area. The project aims to increase safety by separating the children’s play space from the parking lot, neighboring property, and Bonner Road, while also adding beauty and a clear sense of place.

Who Benefits: Students, faculty, staff, and parents—with particular impact on outdoor safety.

Tech Upgrade for the Office

Champion: Anita Zagraniczny on behalf of the Admin Team
Estimated Cost: $1,850
Timeline: This school year

Summary:
This proposal would purchase a MacBook Air, dual monitors, a monitor arm, and accessories to create an additional workstation and streamline the current setup. The goal is to increase efficiency and improve the administrative workflows that support the entire school community.

Who Benefits: Faculty, staff, and the whole school through improved administrative operations.

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