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National School Choice Week
A Conversation Worth Having I don’t typically wade into political discussions because I want this school to be a welcoming place for all...
Jennifer Kempin
Jan 293 min read
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How Letting Go of Power Struggles Transforms Learning (and Parenting)
I watched the boys at our microschool on the swings, and wow—do they love those swings. They spend nearly an hour a day out there, just...
Jennifer Kempin
Oct 2, 20245 min read
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What Exactly Is a Microschool?
And How Does It Work in PA? If you’ve been researching education options for your child, you’ve probably come across the term...
Jennifer Kempin
Sep 11, 20243 min read
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Why a Waldorf Curriculum?
Let’s Talk Waldorf When I first started homeschooling my son a few years ago, I was searching for a curriculum that truly understood a...
Jennifer Kempin
Aug 27, 20243 min read
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Dealing with Tough Behaviors
Through Story When I am facing a challenging behavior with a child, that I just can't seem to get past, especially behavior that has...
Jennifer Kempin
Aug 22, 20244 min read
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Why Zero Tolerance Policies Are Failing Our Children
I recently had a conversation with a parent who was exploring different school options for her child. She mentioned being concerned about...
Jennifer Kempin
Aug 15, 20244 min read
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Supporting Children Through Change After Trauma
Change is a constant in any learning environment, and at Fáilte Waldorf Microschool, we embrace it as an opportunity for growth. Whether...
Jennifer Kempin
Aug 7, 20243 min read
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Developing Culture: Conflict Resolution
Since adding a new student I have been keeping a close eye on on the students while they play. I don't direct or involve myself with...
Jennifer Kempin
Jul 30, 20246 min read
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Announcing Fáilte Village: A New Community Initiative for Families
At Fáilte Waldorf-Inspired Microschool, we have always believed in providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children who need...
Jennifer Kempin
May 19, 20242 min read
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Who is Fáilte For?
When my son was in kindergarten, he attended a cozy little private Quaker school. Parent-teacher conference time rolled around, and I was...
Jennifer Kempin
Feb 3, 20242 min read
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Why Fáilte?
Embracing the Warmth of Welcome As I began to realize that the dream of starting my own school could become a reality, I quickly...
Jennifer Kempin
Jan 21, 20242 min read
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How Did We Get Here?
I know it might sound like a cliché, but it’s true: If someone had told me a decade ago, or even five years ago, that I would find myself...
Jennifer Kempin
Dec 13, 20233 min read
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