Category: Church-State Issues
Here we explore church-state issues related to Waldorf education. Topics include concerns over public funding for schools with spiritual foundations, potential religious influence in the curriculum, and debates about the separation of church and state in Waldorf institutions.
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Board votes to discontinue Waldorf program from Maupin Elementary
The JCPS school board in Louisville, Ky. voted to drop the Catalpa program, acknowledging mistakes. The program struggled to boost test scores.
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Why Waldorf Programs are Unsuitable for Public Funding
Discover shocking truths about Waldorf education in “My Encounter with Anthroposophy.” Uncover issues of racism, cult-like practices, and flawed science.
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Board of Education axes Waldorf School based academic program in Kentucky
Will it be strike two for Jefferson County Schools’ Chief Academic Officermanning? Bluegrass InstituteApril 26, 2017 by Richard Innes Archived Link Certainly, the CAO’s activities will be included in that investigation, especially so now that there has been a complete and total failure of a very high profile “Waldorf School” type academic program in Jefferson…
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APPEALS COURT NIXES CHURCH/STATE CHALLENGE TO PUBLIC WALDORF SCHOOLS
PLANS, Inc. fights for nonsectarian education, challenging alleged religious elements in public Waldorf schools. Learn about their legal battles here.
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CHURCH/STATE CHALLENGE TO PUBLIC WALDORF SCHOOLS STYMIED AGAIN AT SECOND TRIAL
PLANS challenges religious influence in public Waldorf schools. Learn about their latest legal battle and mission to ensure education is nonsectarian.
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WALDORF CRITICS WIN APPEAL IN CHURCH-STATE CASE
Press Release: Waldorf Critics, PLANS, win appeal in church-state case against California school districts. Details on key witnesses, expert testimony, and court ruling.
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Steiner Preschools: More Taxpayer-Funded Loopiness
Discover the strange and controversial world of Waldorf-Steiner schooling in New Zealand, founded by the enigmatic Rudolf Steiner. Uncover the unique teaching methods, quirky beliefs, and potential impacts on students in this intriguing educational system.
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Paradise Trust
Inquiry report on Paradise Trust, a charity aiding education and relief efforts for the vulnerable. Issues with staff employment and governance highlighted.
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OCCULT RELIGIOUS GROUP INTERVENES IN CHURCH-STATE TRIAL
PLANS fights to keep public education nonsectarian. Learn about their battle with occult groups intervening in church-state trials for Waldorf schools.
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Letter from the Anthroposophical Society to the Benicia, CA, School Board
By Jean W. Yeager February 4, 2004 This extraordinary document shows the style of argument commonly adopted by Anthroposophists: character assassination. -Dan Dugan Anthroposophical Society in America Main Office 1923 Geddes Avenue Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104-1797 Telephone: 734/662-9355 Fax: 734/662-1727 e-mail: information@anthroposophy.org Internet: www.anthroposophy.org www.spiritworking.org February 4, 2004 Board of Directors Benicia Unified School District…
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Ross Valley School District – Waldorf Charter School Meeting
Discover the highlights from the Board of Trustees meeting at Ross Valley School District, including the decision to deny the Oak Mountain Charter. Find out why the trustees voted against the charter and learn about the importance of research-based curriculum in education.
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Interview on Waldorf Education and PLANS Lawsuit
Learn about the controversy surrounding Waldorf education and the PLANS lawsuit in this 1999 radio interview transcript with guests discussing occultism and religious curriculum allegations.
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Going Public
Discover how parents are advocating for Waldorf education to be part of public schools in California. Learn about the challenges and benefits of implementing these alternative teaching methods.
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Twin Ridges School
Discover why Citizens for Twin Ridges School District Accountability is advocating against public funding for a religiously influenced charter school in Grass Valley-Nevada City. Learn how Dr. James M Morton is leading the charge to uphold the principle of separation of church and state in our public schools.
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Americans United to Novato School Board
Opposition to the Waldorf Charter School in Novato is rooted in concerns over public funding for a sectarian institution. This controversy highlights the ongoing debate over separation of church and state in education.