Governance

While all Waldorf schools are a part of an international movement, each school is independent, self-governing and has a distinct character. The Waldorf School of Princeton is led by collaboration of the Board of Trustees, the College of Teachers, the Parent Council and the Administration. Each has its specific role that creates a vibrant, healthy educational institution.

The Waldorf School of Princeton is a non-profit organization accredited by both the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA), and the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS).

Board of Trustees

The Board is responsible for the legal and financial integrity of the school. It is comprised of current and alumni parents, faculty, and friends from the wider community. Working sub-committees of the Board are vital in moving the school's strategic plans forward.

Board Chair: Jeffrey Olkin, board@princetonwaldorf.org; [Board Members]
Meetings: The last Monday of each month, 7:00 pm -- Parents are welcome to attend.

One of the primary responsibilities of the Board of Trustees is to engage in strategic planning. The 2009 Strategic Plan is available online.

College of Teachers

The College is responsible to develop, implement, review and refresh its Waldorf curriculum, educational policies and teaching approach. Concerned with the quality of its programs, the College oversees the faculty, the children, and the manner in which the school operates. Comprised of faculty and staff members who are particularly committed to the philosophy of the school, the College regularly devotes meeting time to study various aspects of the developing human being.

College Chair: Peter Sheen; [College Members]
Meetings: Thursday 1:30 - 5:30 pm

Parent Council

As representatives of the parent body, the Parent Council is actively engaged in the life of the school. It works to foster a cohesive school community by providing parents a forum that brings together Board, Faculty and Administration for discussion of issues of concern with the parents. By sponsoring events and projects that enrich the life of the community, welcoming new families, and providing opportunities for adult education, the Parent Council helps strengthen bonds in the community. Its monthly meetings include representatives from the Faculty, Board, and the Administration.

The Parent Council is composed of Parent Representatives chosen by each Early Childhood and Grade School Class Teacher to serve for two-year terms.

[Parent Council Mission Statement]

Co-chairs: Janine Cleland, Siobhan Darrow, Pamela Hall and Ondria Wasem
Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7:30 - 9:00 pm -- Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Administration

The Administration manages the non-pedagogical operation of the school. The Board delegates and empowers the Administration to fulfill those day-to-day and strategic obligations that are not specifically assigned to a Board Committee or to the College.

In addition to those named above, here are a few of the people delegated to run the school on a daily basis:

Nancy Lemmo, School Administrator --- nlemmo@princetonwaldorf.org

Mollie Rose, Director of Student and Faculty Enrichment --- mrose@princetonwaldorf.org

Diane Barlow, Director of Admissions and Development --- dbarlow@princetonwaldorf.org