The space “in- between” is filled with potential: between speaking and listening, between two people in the workplace, between our physical circumstances and higher intentions, and between each person and his or her higher self.

Put differently, relationship lies at the basis of all teaching and administration. When healthy, they offer limitless possibilities for growth and development, both for the school and the individual. When relationships become stuck or cold, it is hard to accomplish much, let alone feel a sense of satisfaction at the end of the day. Particularly in a self-administered Waldorf school, clarity and boundaries are needed, coupled with sincere interest and understanding of the other.

This course will explore human relationships in the context of a Waldorf school, both on a practical skill level and through a path of spiritual inquiry. We will work with basics of communication through a variety of media, and also study some of Rudolf Steiner’s contributions to the subjects of reincarnation and karma. The course is intended for administrators and teachers interested in servant leadership beyond the classroom. It is possible this seminar might form the basis for a series of courses intended to strengthen governance in schools. For this first stage, however, participants need commit only to this five-day session.

Guest instructors are drawn from a variety of fields in Waldorf administration and leadership.

Eurythmy with Leonore Russell.

Materials fee: $25

TORIN M. FINSER, Chair of the Education Department at Antioch University New England, was formerly a Waldorf class teacher and then Director of the Waldorf Teacher Education Program at Antioch for 18 years. At present he also serves as General Secretary of the Anthroposophical Society in America. He is the author of six books, including Organizational Integrity.