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Like No Other Public High School in The Nation
Sacramento has one of the most diverse student populations in the
country, making it the ideal home for the nation's first Waldorf
Methods/Social Justice High School. In a small, creative learning
environment students follow an innovative, proven Waldorf curriculum
with an emphasis on understanding, cooperation and respect. In the
shadow of the California state capitol, students have the unique
opportunity to practice identifying issues, implementing change, and
influencing policy to make the world a better place.
LEARN. UNDERSTAND. PREPARE.
The Waldorf Methods/Social Justice
High School is the first public high school in Sacramento to offer
students this unique blend of benefits:
 Small Learning Environment
With a
total population of 500 students, The Waldorf-Methods School of Social
Justice provides the close teacher student
mentorship that fosters academic success and self-discovery. This is a
place where students’ gifts and talents are recognized.
Proven Educational Method
Students thrive at Waldorf-- part of an
80-year international school movement. Every aspect of the high
school experience contributes to academic preparation and also to the
student’s developing sense of self. By combining creativity with
rigorous academics, students find their own paths to become intelligent,
self-confident and responsible individuals.
 Rigorous College Prep Curriculum
Grounded
in the classics, the Waldorf curriculum is a rich liberal arts program.
Our graduation requirements exceed the University of California A-G requirements.
Sample Curriculum and
Reading list.
Diverse Visual and Performing Arts
The arts
are integral to Waldorf education for developing creative problem
solving and flexible thinking. All students engage in a wide range of
arts, crafts and drama like weaving, portrait painting, and digital
arts. The whole high school participates in an annual drama production.
 Emphasis on Social Justice
Our students are challenged to affect
their environment and community in a positive way. Through
internships, projects and coursework, they develop the skills to become
aware, knowledgeable, productive leaders of society.
Real-Work Internships
Students
become active members in the democratic process and in their community
through internships and partnerships with local newspapers, radio and TV
broadcasters, senators and assembly members at the capitol, lawyers,
non-profit organizations and
other activists in the community.
Partners
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ACT: Area Congregations Together
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Bill
and Melinda Gates Foundation
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California State Legislature
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Capital Unity Center
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Center for Youth Citizenship
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Intel
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LEED
(Linking Education and Economic Development)
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Los
Rios Community College District:
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Cosumnes River College & Sacramento City College
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Rudolf Steiner College
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Sacramento City Council
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