To truly know the world, look deeply within your own being; to truly know yourself, take real interest in the world. Rudolf Steiner
INFO Waldorf Exchange Seasonal Program by Adazi Free Waldorf School this summer provides well-rounded, healthy and natural activities for children aged 7 - 14 years old. Summer program lasts for 10 days. Waldorf Exchange Summer Program has two terms for year 2017. You can chose one suitable for you: •Camp one : 19.07. - 28.07. •Camp two : 01.08. - 10.08. The Camp is situated in a small and beautiful town in the East part of Latvia Latgale , where children will enjoy the majesty of nature surrounded by forests and lakes. See images from previous years http://wesplatvia.tumblr.com/
WALDORF Developed by Rudolf Steiner in 1919, Waldorf Education is based on an understanding of human development that addresses the needs of the growing child. Waldorf teachers strive to transform education into an art that educates the whole child—the heart and the hands, as well as the head. The educational philosophy's overarching goal is to develop free , morally responsible, and integrated individuals equipped with a high degree of social competence.
LATVIA Latvia is a country in Northern Europe. It shares land borders with fellow Baltic states – Estonia and Lithuania – and both Russia and Belarus to the east. In the west, Latvia shares a maritime border with Sweden. Latvia is unique in many ways. It’s largest asset is its natural and cultural diversity and, of course, it’s people. Latvia’s geography is unusual – like a bridge between the West and East. It is proud of its 500 km long sandy seashore, half of Latvia’s territory is covered with unspoilt , natural forests.
SCHOOL Adazi Free Waldorf School is 24 years old and has grown from a small kindergarten into a school for all ages with over 400 students. Adazi Free Waldorf School is a state recognised and accredited school, 40 minutes out of Latvia’s capital Riga , in the beautiful town of Adazi. The school recognised by the World Waldorf association. The school is also a part of Unesco associate schools and takes active part in many projects around the world.
PROGRAM Waldorf Exchange Seasonal Program welcomes around 75 children from Europe, America and Asia. Children are divided in smaller groups of 8 - 12 by age (accommodation is arranged by gender). Every group has a Teacher and a Counsellor - two people that are the guardians of the small group and lead activities and take full responsibility for the children for the duration of the Summer Program. Teachers are Waldorf trained professionals with experience in Waldorf schools and other Waldorf initiatives. Counsellors are Waldorf graduates, parents or enthusiasts. We have a professional doctor on the camp to take care of medical issues. We mainly speak English on the camp, but as the Teachers and Counsellors are from all around the world , children are free to speak in any language they wish to communicate.
ACTIVITIES Children enjoy a multicultural environment, as we have participants and teachers from various countries in Europe, Asia and America. Days are filled with age appropriate activities, such as - singing, play, handcrafts, art, science, nature and adventure walks as well as bike riding and river rafting yet there is still plenty of time for the children to wander and explore , to create, and to dream amidst our beautiful fields, forests, gardens, and lakes. Every day is well thought-out and planned by the Camp Teachers and Counsellors and overseen by the WESP Principal. At WESP we have activities that the whole camp take part in, like Morning and Evening Circles, outings outside the Campsite as well as activities in Little Groups.
TIMETABLE 08:30 – 09:00 – Wake up 13:30 – 14:30 – Quiet time / Free time 09:00 – 10:00 – Breakfast 14:30 – 18:00 – Activities in Little Group 10:00 – 10:30 – Morning Circle 18:00 – 19:00 – Dinner 10:30 – 11:00 – Morning Greeting in Little Group 19:00 – 20:00 – Evening Circle 11:00 – 12:30 – Mixed Group themed activity 20:00 – 21:00 – Preparation for bed 12:30 – 13:30 – Lunch 21:00 – ………. – Bed time
ACCOMMODATION Accommodation is in a clean and lovely guest house. The Campsite is located near Ru š ons lake in Latgale area, in the eastern part of the country. The Campsite is surrounded by forests , ponds, meadows and lake Ru š ons. Healthy and locally grown breakfast, lunch , and dinner is provided daily by the guest house as well as regular snacks.
DROP-OFF / PICK-UP DROP-OFF: CAMP ONE: 19 th of July – registration for the program from 08:00 to 11:00. CAMP TWO: 1 st of July – registration for the program from 08:00 to 11:00. PICK-UP: CAMP ONE: 28 th of July – the festival day will start at 16:00 with performances and exhibition. CAMP TWO: 1 st of July – the festival day will start at 16:00 with performances and exhibition. TRANSPORT : • If your child travels alone, we provide airport pick-up and drop-off We will have transport to Latgale from Riga for pick up and drop off for a small fee • ADDRESS: Guest house “Silmalas”, Riebi ņ u novads, Siveri ņ a, LV-5329
ACHIEVMENTS Leave Waldorf Exchange Seasonal Program with new friends , beautiful memories and vivid stories from the true Waldorf experience in beautiful Latvia. Understand that you are part of a global network of socially conscious and environmentally mindful people. Waldorf Exchange Seasonal Program and Waldorf education itself offer young people a chance to look at the world from a fresh angle, then go out and make it a better place.
PRICE 460 EURO 360 EURO INCLUDES INCLUDES: Recommended for participants living outside of Latvia Recommended for local participants - WESP experience (materials, teachers, counsellors, - WESP experience (materials, teachers, doctor, outings, excursions) counsellors, doctor, outings) - Food and accommodation - Food and accommodation - Extra excursions - Airport / Train / Bus station pick-up and drop-off * if you need transport to and from the campsite small charges will apply - Food and take-caring for extra time
APPLY Apply at www.motherground.com/summer-camps/ - Press Apply button. You will find an Application form, please fill in it in truthfully and submit. After submitting the form, you will receive information regarding the payment and other important details.
ORGANISERS LIVA YIQING KEROLA WESP principal and co-founder China coordinator and co-founder WESP Latvia coordinator Latvia China Latvia Waldorf graduate with 7 year Waldorf enthusiast living and Chairwoman of board of the Adazi experience in camp leadership and working in Shanghai with a vast Free Waldorf School. Leader of other Waldorf activities in Europe experience in Waldorf activities. many children and youth Waldorf and Asia. projects.
CAMP ONE STAFF SANDA MILDA REINIS Teacher Teacher Teacher Latvia Lithuania Latvia Works at a Waldorf school as a handicraft Milda is taking care of 1-3 grade children Gardener and craft teacher at Adazi Free teacher. Likes outdoor activities - rafting and after the school time at the Vilnius Waldorf Waldorf School. Plays guitar and loves climbing in summer and snowboarding in winter. school and likes to crafts, theatre, walking, animals and outdoors. Also interested in drawing, painting and crafty swimming and play games. things. Loves to taste and make good food. Most important - always enjoys being with good people!
CAMP ONE STAFF JANIS RAIMONDS KRISTINE Teacher Teacher Teacher Latvia Latvia Latvia Waldorf chemistry and biology teacher. Waldorf teacher with experience of more Kristine likes exploring different languages Experienced outdoor activity guide and leader. than 26 years in early childhood as well as and cultures but the real love of her life is Professional log-cabin builder. primary school. Skilful craftsman. mountains, hiking and skiing. She is a Waldorf class teacher.
CAMP ONE STAFF DRUVIS ILDIKO GABRIELA Counsellor Teacher Teacher Latvia Hungary Australia / Brazil Waldorf student. Plays cello and and piano. English and gardening teacher in a Hungarian Waldorf early childhood teacher with teaching Loves ice-hockey and is an active member of his Waldorf school. Mother of three children, background in Brazil, USA and Australia local youth team. Active kayak loves nature and drama activities. who loves art and nature.
CAMP ONE STAFF KATR Ī NA IEVA JULIA Counsellor Counsellor Counsellor Latvia Hungary Latvia Benn dancing Latvian folk dances for 16 Júlia is a high school student. Before she studied Katrina who is keen on art, theatre and years. Passionate hitchhiker. Interested in art, at a Waldorf school. She loves arts, games and crafting is an 18 year old Waldorf school music and theatre. graduate. She has joined similar summer sports. She’s really curious what it's like to live fully in and from the nature and once would like camps also before. to experience it.
CAMP ONE STAFF SAM MANUEL EMILY Counsellor Counsellor Counsellor USA / China / NewZealand Mexico China Born in Beijing to Chinese-American and Friendly and fun . Former Waldorf student, Emily loves baking, arts and crafts. She is New Zealand parents, a native speaker of both now studies education. Future Waldorf also an acclaimed foreign language trainer. Chinese and English, he attended international Teacher. schools in Beijing before landing as a high school student at Green Meadow Waldorf School in New York State.
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