Foundations Studies        

 It is possible to enroll in all or some of the courses offered.  The objective is to gain a basic understanding of Rudolf Steiner’s work, both philosophically, artistically and as applied in practical life.  Participation does not commit a student to continue into teacher development, or any other training for work inspired by Rudolf Steiner.  It is however an essential first step for entering subsequent professional training in such work. 

There are no other requirements than a sincere interest in getting to know Rudolf Steiner’s world-view, and his view of the human being as a being of spirit, soul, and body.

 Teacher Development I

 After a thorough conversation with some Arcturus instructors and Core Group members, as well as her or his mentor, a student may be accepted into the teacher development program if it is agreed that the foundation studies have been successfully completed and the basis for advanced work has been established.  Previous work in education as well as life experience will also be considered in this light.

 The  the format of the course work itself will not differ substantially from that of past years, however:

·          Students are  recommended to attend full time, if possible, that is the whole weekend during the school year plus the preceding summer sessions.

 Teacher Development II

 Students are accepted into the second year of teacher development if they have successfully completed the previous year’s course work, and if their instructors and the members of the Core Group consider them ready for the more specific work in a Waldorf classroom.

 The course work will be more demanding compared to previous years.  The same conditions apply to this year than to the first year of teacher training: 

·          Students must have successfully completed the first year of teacher development, which includes some observation in Waldorf classes prior to at least 6 weeks of practice teaching.

·         We recommend attending full time  i.e., the whole weekend, during the school year plus the preceding Summer Intensive

Tuition Schedule 2007-2008

 Effective July 1, 2007

Payment Schedules:

10% Tuition Reduction on tuition, not on supply fee, is available for payment in full for each term before the first class.

Payment in full for the Whole Year by August 1, 2007 will give you an additional 5% off, that is 15% excluding supply fees

As indicated in the contract, several payment options are possible. Tuition Extensions need to be worked out with the Program Coordinator at the beginning of the term. Tuition for single courses is payable by the second class.

Payments by 10 post-dated checks for the year or by credit card are available

by arrangement with the Program Coordinator

* Summer Continuing Education Week 2008: Please note that with over 2 credit hours in one week, the summer session has more than the equivalent credit hours of one average term of 8 sessions, but costs 46% of the whole program. It really is the equivalent of a fourth term.

** For Credit: We keep records. All completed courses are credited toward future completion of the whole program. Not for Credit: We keep no records. Courses taken cannot be used towards future completion of program.

Discontinuation during a term: See Student Handbook for Emergency Discontinuation. All other discontinuation situations are described in the contract.

A contract will be signed before the beginning of classes. Tuition is subject to change without notice.

Any outstanding tuition for the 2006-2007 year will be converted into promissory notes unless payment arrangements have been made.