Category alumni

Our FIRST first grade class is headed to college.

The FIRST first grade class of Da Vinci Waldorf School (then Waters Edge Waldorf School)—together again before they all go off to college. They're heading out to make their mark, and we know the world will better for it. We…

Graduation 2017

Friday was bittersweet and beautiful as we gathered together to celebrate 8th Grade Graduation. Congratulations to our graduates, their parents, and their many teachers. Step forth in truth and confidence! We wish each of them perseverance, blessings and success! Enjoy a…

2017 “Take Flight” Alumni Grant

Announcing our 2017 “Take Flight” Alumni Grant Recipient Congratulations to this year's “Take Flight” grant recipient:  Nila Stokes Nila graduated from DVWS in 2014. She is being awarded $200, which she will use toward her college tuition at McHenry County…

DVWS Alumni Take Flight Grant

The Da Vinci Waldorf (DVWS) Board of Trustees believes in the school’s students and wants to help them to get a little air beneath their wings and make a difference in the world. A $200 fund has been created and…

Graduation 2016

Graduation 2016 Friday, June 3rd, we gathered together to say goodbye and good luck to Grace, Sadie, and Iris.  The day was beautiful—warm and sunny—setting just the right mood for our celebration. Mrs. Julian, Mrs. Dudeck, Mrs. English and Mrs. Paulsen…

"Take Flight" Alumni Grant Recipients

Announcing our "Take Flight" Alumni Grant Recipients Congratulations to our "Take Flight" grant recipients: Katie Hurt-Haller and Elise Fiskum! Elise and Katie both graduated from DVWS in 2015 and have received $100 each for study abroad trips. Elise will be…

Alumni News: Olivia Love

Big news from Da Vinci alumna Olivia Love! We are so proud of her! Olivia has been selected as a delegate for Bernie Sanders for the 10th District in Illinois. She will be one of two women on a five…