As we launch our Capital Building Campaign “Brick by Brick – Building for the Future” I find myself reflecting on how Cedar Valley Waldorf School has grown – and continues to grow – in so many ways.
In 2000 a group of parents were inspired to bring Waldorf education to Squamish and a non-profit society was created. Since that time the initiative grew from a home-based early childhood program of six children to a school with two parent and child programs, four preschool classes, one robust kindergarten and classes all the way up to Grade 7. We now have a student population of 93! Our physical space has also transformed over this time from that of a living room to renting a small space in an Anglican church to a BC Rail office building to finally our own home in Valleycliffe.
Step by step we continue to grow. Our current building will soon reach its capacity and with the introduction of full-day kindergarten in September, it will no longer be possible to use the upstairs hall for movement activities due to noise. We need to create a new space, something bigger and more appropriate for students to engage in movement, whether it’s gym, sports, Spacial Dynamics, or Eurythmy. This building will also be a place for the performing arts – plays, school performance/assemblies, singing, and music performances. In addition, this structure will enhance our festivals and school social/community events.
There are a number of different options for this building ranging in cost and quality/beauty. A portable could be purchased and we could add a few of our own special touches at a cost of $50,000. We could build a basic structure for $100,000. The final and most beautiful option, designed by one our parents, Jeff VanNorman, would take $150,000 to manifest.
I share these options with you to provide greater understanding of decisions that need to be made for the future. Our first choice would be a beautiful artistic building that would complement Waldorf education. However, what we build will be determined by the amount of money we raise.
To date we have $20,000 saved as a foundation toward this project. Please join with other donors in manifesting a physical education and performing arts building by making your pledge or contribution today.
Sincerely,
Christine Martin
Principal/School Administrator
