Waldorf School of Bend

A week later, and the gesture still lives on.

Through the simple act of offering flowers, children experienced giving as something quiet, meaningful, and shared. 🌸

We are grateful to Autry’s Flowers for their generous donation, which helped carry this May Day tradition into the hands and hearts of our students.

A gentle celebration is on its way.
As spring unfolds around us, we prepare to gather for May Faire—a time to honor the beauty, renewal, and quiet abundance of the natural world.

There will be flower wreaths woven with fresh blossoms, music shared in joy, and the Maypole dance—where ribbons are braided in a gesture of harmony and connection. A day to slow down, to be together, and to welcome the season with open hearts.

This family-friendly celebration is free to enter and open to the wider community.
What to expect:
Storytelling
Puppet Shows
Plant Walk
Crafts
Vendor Booths
Bake Sale
We warmly invite you to join us.
📅 Saturday, May 16th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 2150 NE Studio Rd #2, Bend, OR

You are warmly invited to join us for May Faire, a beloved seasonal celebration, on Saturday, May 16th from 11am to 3pm at 2150 NE Studio Rd #2 Bend, OR 97701

In the spirit of Waldorf tradition, we gather each spring to honor the beauty, renewal, and quiet abundance of the natural world. May Faire is a gentle and joyful expression of this turning of the seasons—where children, families, and friends come together in celebration.

Throughout the day, you’ll find flower wreaths woven with fresh blossoms, music that lifts the spirit, and the traditional Maypole dance, where ribbons are braided in a gesture of harmony and connection. There is time to share food, laughter, and the simple joy of being in community.

This family-friendly celebration is free to enter and open to the wider community. School tours will be available for those wishing to experience more of our learning environment.

What to Expect:
Storytelling
Puppet Shows
Plant Walk
Crafts
Vendor Booths
Bake Sale

Come as you are, and join us in welcoming the beauty of spring—a time of light, growth, and belonging.

Our alumni are coming back to answer your questions.
Join us Tuesday, April 28th from 5:30 to 6:30 pm for our Middle School Info Night. Three recent WSB graduates, now in local high schools, will be on hand to share how Waldorf prepared them for what came next — and to answer whatever is on your mind.
Kris and Jessica Porto will also speak on Technology and Waldorf Education.
All are welcome, whether your child is in Early Childhood or heading into Middle School.

BEND WALDORF SCHOOL | Explore Waldorf Education — Join Us Today Discover Waldorf School of Bend, offering screen-free, experiential education for children from Toddler to 8th grade, fostering creativity, emotional intelligence, and whole-child development.

Come gather with us this Saturday.

Join us on Saturday, April 11 for the Waldorf School of Bend Gala & Auction, our largest annual fundraiser. Guests will enjoy a curated auction, open bar, small bites, and dessert, all in support of the children, teachers, and programs at the heart of our school.

Visit https://www.bendwaldorf.com/gala to learn more, purchase tickets, or make a donation.

Summer at WSB is a chance to slow down, dig in, and spend the day doing something that genuinely lights your child up.

This carousel highlights our Grades Camps (ages 8–12) with themed weeks like Makers, Songwriting, Comics, Baking, Robotics, Art, and LEGO, plus a 3-Day Backpacking experience (ages 11–13). We also offer Early Childhood Camps (ages 3–7) with weekly themes including Treasure Chest, Pinecone Pirates, Nature Makers, Handwork & Harvest, Wild Child, Fairytale Players, Storyheart, and Sun & Water.

Each week stands on its own, and families are welcome to join for one week or many. The more weeks children attend, the more at home they feel and the deeper friendships grow.

Registration is open now. www.bendwaldorf.com/camps

What do children need to thrive in a technology-saturated world?

Join us for a Wonder at Waldorf parent information evening exploring how Waldorf education approaches the middle school years with intention. Featuring speakers Kris and Jessica Porto, this evening will look at how imagination, problem-solving, and real-world ingenuity are cultivated during adolescence, and why these capacities matter in a future we cannot fully predict.

The evening will also include a Q&A panel with WSB graduates now in high school, offering a firsthand look at the Waldorf middle school experience from the other side.

All are welcome, including current families, prospective families, and community members interested in the topic.

Tuesday, April 28, 5:30–6:30 pm at the Waldorf School of Bend.

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An evening of connection, generosity, and shared purpose.

Join us on Saturday, April 11 for the Waldorf School of Bend Gala & Auction, a spring gathering in support of the children, teachers, and programs at the heart of our school.

Visit bendwaldorf.com/gala to learn more, purchase tickets, or make a donation.

This year’s Gala & Auction includes a 4-hour ATV or snowmobile tour for 4 people with Octane Adventures. From volcanic sands and mountain lakes to lava tube caves and incredible views, this Central Oregon adventure offers a memorable way to experience the landscape with family or friends.

Join us on Saturday, April 11 for the Waldorf School of Bend Gala & Auction, where every bid helps support the children, teachers, and programs at the heart of our school.

To learn more, purchase tickets, or make a donation. https://www.bendwaldorf.com/gala

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