The Tuesday Notice

Beginning this week, parents can stop by the music room in the morning to sign cards, contribute to the fund, and enjoy tea, treats, and community connection. Donations may be made in person or online, and all contributions are anonymous. Cards will be available to sign until Wednesday, December 17 at 1:00 p.m., and the gifts will be presented at the staff holiday gathering. Thank you for helping celebrate the remarkable individuals who nurture and inspire our children all year long!

This Week

Tues, Dec 2: Giving Tuesday! Support our Annual Giving Campaign HERE

Tues, Dec 2: Family Enrichment - Staying Connected Through the Teenage Years: Evening Talk with Tom Shelstad of Inner Guide Expeditions, 6:00 pm

Fri, Dec 5: Parent tour of OHRA (details below), 8:45 am

Next Week

Mon, Dec 8: Spiral of Light for our students

Thurs, Dec 11: Main Lesson Tour, all are welcome! 8:30 am

Thurs, Dec 11: Winter Assembly at Oregon Shakespeare's Angus Bowmer Theatre, 6:00 pm

Looking Ahead

Wed, Dec 17: Third Grade Play, Noah's Ark, community performance, 6:30 pm

Thurs, Dec 18: Third Grade Play, Noah's Ark, performance for the school, 8:45 am

Fri, Dec 19: Secret Giver Day, Last day before Winter Break

Save the Date

Mon, Jan 5: Return from Winter Break

Fri, Jan 9: Middle School Dance! 6:00 to 8:00 pm - Details to come!

Today is Giving Tuesday! We invite our families and community to support our Annual Giving campaign and help sustain the heart of our school. Every contribution directly supports our students, teachers, and the vibrant programs that make The Siskiyou School such a special place. Keep Waldorf education growing!

If you haven’t had a chance to give yet, there’s still time! Donations made before the end of the year may qualify for tax deductions, so it’s a wonderful moment to contribute. Thank you!

TONIGHT, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, join us for an evening workshop called “Staying Connected Through the Teenage Years”, hosted by Tom Shelstad, co-founder of Inner Guide Expeditions. Tom will talk and guide families in discussion around supportive communication and connection with their kids in their teen years.

We are excited to see you at our all-school Winter Assembly. At Winter Assembly grades 1 through 8 will bring presentations of music, verse, and movement. The evening ends with the whole community singing together. All students are expected to attend and to come dressed in their best for this celebration.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

• Where is it? Thanks to the generous contributions from some in our community, we are able to hold our assembly at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival's Angus Bowmer Theatre in downtown Ashland at 20 E Main St, Ashland, OR 97520.
• When is it? The program starts at 6:00 p.m. and is generally an hour and a half. Seating will begin around 5:30.
• Who is involved? Students from grades 1 through 8 with the help of our dedicated faculty and staff. Our kindergarten is not performing this evening and may sit with their parents. This year, because of our location, we're able to welcome friends and family to be in our audience.

Look for more details to come!

We are looking for a short-term rental for our 3rd grade long-term substitute during the maternity leave period. If you have an ADU, studio, room, or temporary accommodation available March 1 – June 12, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out to the office (541-482-8223) if you have something that might work.

This is a wonderful opportunity to support a teacher joining our community for the spring term. If you have a space available or know someone who might, please contact the office. Thank you for helping us care for our faculty!

Siskiyou School parent and OHRA Development Director, Brandy MacDonald, invites interested parents to learn more about how Opportunities for Housing and Resource Assistance (OHRA) supports community members experiencing homelessness or living on very low incomes. Parents are welcome to join her for a tour of OHRA at 2350 Ashland Street, followed by a brief presentation and Q&A with OHRA’s Executive Director and senior staff. The discussion will include an overview of OHRA’s work in the community and information about the city-owned property at 2200 Ashland Street currently used as a severe weather shelter.

If you are interested in joining please email brandym@ohrahelps.org

On sale now! Featuring chalk artwork from our current teachers, this beautiful calendar is available for just $22. Purchase yours through Venmo with the link below, please note "2026 Calendar" in your purchase.

We are now accepting applications for our 2026–2027 school year! Although our Kindergarten and First Grade enrollment process begins at the end of January, families are encouraged to apply now. Early applications help us connect with you sooner and ensure you don’t miss important admissions events and deadlines.

The past month in the Sunrise class was a joyful one! We had a lantern walk and an overnight, a first for many in the class! We dried apples, churned butter, ground herbs, and enjoyed homemade (classmade?) tomato soup and canned pears. The children's writing, reading, and math skills grow stronger by the day, and weekly homework has now begun. In November we were fully immersed in the story of Noah's Ark. It shaped our writings, drawings, and paintings for the month. Now, as December begins we are embarking on the great journey of our play for this year! As in all things, the class is filled to the brim with enthusiasm, joy, and excitement about this process. We cannot wait to share with you all on the 17th! Blessings on our school.

Ms. Aguilar

It was a very busy Winter Faire for the 8th Graders! We want to express our gratitude to the

entire community for supporting our Entrepreneurs Table and for purchasing our lovely little

holiday trees. We sold out! Your generosity means so much to us. The proceeds from this

fundraising effort will go directly to our 8th Grade Trip next May. So, thank you!

In Main Lesson, we have moved out of a large block of study on the history of the United

States of America from 1605 to 1846. It was very full. During this block, we explored the early

stages of our country including the founding of the republic, the Constitution, and the

expansion of land acquisition of the lower 48 states, while touching on many important points

and moments along the way. We will resume the study of our nation’s history after winter break.

This month we take up the study of Physiology. We’ve done a quick review of the bodily

systems we covered last year: respiration, circulation, digestion, and reproduction. Now we will

learn about the lymphatic system, the nervous system, muscles, bones, and the brain. It

promises to be a full month.

We are looking forward to seeing you all at Winter Assembly on December 11th! The Blue

Heron Class has a couple of special things in store for you all, and we are confident the night

will be wonderful from start to finish. See you there!

Warmly,

Mr. Beech

Our community classifieds are posted as a service to our Siskiyou School families and our broader community. If you would like to include something in the classifieds, email your text (a few lines in length) or an image file (png or jpg only), to kristin.beers@siskiyouschool.org no later than Monday by 3:00 pm. We may edit it for space purposes. Classifieds are included for two weeks, require a break for a week, and then can be renewed upon request.

Ms. McKissick’s school harp is for sale . It rang through the school halls for many years and is now retired! (No worries , she has others and plays every day!) “Dusty Strings” FH 32. 3000.00 solid maple, full levers.

Molly McKissick

(541) 621-8753

It's the 9th Annual Homemade Craft Fair at RVUUF (Flyer below)

When: Saturday, Dec 6th, 11am - 2pm

Where: Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Church at 87th 4th St., Ashland OR 97520

What:

· Kids can make their own holiday presents for friends and loved ones: Ornaments, candy sleighs, gingerbread houses, food gifts, jewelry & much more!

· All ages and budgets welcome: Family friendly and affordable as craft options priced at cost.

· No crafting experience needed, there will be helpers to walk through instructions for each station.

· No entry fee. Complimentary holiday cookies and also snacks & drink for sale.

Join us at Hummingbird Heart Co. for a special First Friday Art Walk as we celebrate our 1-Year Anniversary in beautiful Ashland, Oregon. This family-friendly event brings together art, community, and alcohol-free celebration at our non-alcoholic & dry elixir bar.

Our Featured Artist, Brenna E. Culbert, will showcase her vibrant, handcrafted work, adding a creative spark to the evening. Guests can also enjoy a free tasting of Bero Non-Alcoholic Beer by Tom Holland, experience balloon animals, and wrap the night in magic with Unicorn Storytime—making it perfect for kids and adults alike.

Whether you’re exploring Ashland’s First Friday gallery scene, looking for non-alcoholic drink options, or searching for unique community events, Hummingbird Heart Co. is the place to unwind, connect, and celebrate. Come raise a glass (alcohol-free!) to one year of magic, community, and wellness.

It's a holiday tradition! The Hamazons will perform an unscripted tale inspired by such films as It’s a Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street, and A Christmas Carol. Come along on an impromptu sleigh ride of humor and hilarity as the Warrior Princesses of Improv whip up some winter magic bringing a spontaneous sparkle to this uplifting genre. Okay for ages 10+. Go to www.hamazons.com

Ashland Children's Theatre presents - The Robin Hood Project and The Clever Maiden for one weekend only - Nov. 21, 22, 23. Where the classic legend of Robin Hood meets “theatrical license” in this playful romp through Sherwood Forest. This new take on an old story is filled with comedy, adventure, and some brief lessons in social justice. Featuring Siskiyou School's own Adrian (8th), Leo and Kai (7th) Tickets available at www.ashlandchildrenstheatre.com or click HERE

Middle School Parents -- Hola, I'm Profe Cohen, a parent (2nd, 5th,6th, & 8th) and I'm the Spanish teacher at Madrone Trail Charter. I am leading a Middle School Spanish Immersion Trip this summer to Peru (Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu) with EF Tours to experience ancient Incan history and give the students a chance to be in an all Spanish & Latin American culture reality. This is an amazing opportunity to open their eyes up to other cultures. This trip is open to 6th-8th graders (and their parents who would like to join--parental accompaniment NOT mandatory). My goal is to create an interconnectedness to the world and its peoples and fuel their passion to learn other languages! If you are interested in registering, please click on the link for more trip info, fees, etc. http://www.eftours.com/2968879NZ

If I get enough parent interest, I will host an info meeting next week. Please confirm interest at ruth.cohen@madronetrail.org. I can't think of a more epic mother-son/daughter, father-daughter/son trip than Peru & Machu Picchu!

Our 2025 fall show is coming…

November 21 (Friday) 11:00 am to 7:00 pm November 22 (Saturday) 10:00 to 7:00 pm November 23 (Sunday) 10:00 to 3:00 pm at the Medford Armory

1701 S Pacific Hwy, Medford, OR 97501

admission is free!

Clayfolk will feature over 70 ceramic artists - Southern Oregon’s largest handmade pottery display! There will be pottery‑making demonstrations and hands‑on clay experience for children (ages 0‑100 and up) - only available on Saturday (Nov 22) 11:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sunday (Nov 23) 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

Come one, come all! We can't wait to see you there!

Get event reminders via facebook here: http://bit.ly/4pGXJd9 Look for our presentation schedule and more at: www.clayfolk.org

Email: office@siskiyouschool.org
Website: www.siskiyouschool.org
Location: 631 Clay Street, Ashland, OR, USA
Phone: 541-482-8223