As an African proverb says, "It takes a whole tribe to raise a child." Most of us cannot fully appreciate this comment as we tend to live in ways that keep us isolated from one another. A stable network of long-time friends and extended family is not always there to help families find tried and true, well-established traditions of raising a family. And so we create relationships with kindred communities to help uskeep connected to one another and to support development of a nurturing family life.

The Waldorf School of Orange County offers each parent the opportunity to become part of a community that has heart and purpose. There are a number of ways to become involved. Your interests and your talents can lead you. Children who are supported during the school year by parent and community participation feel better about being in school and do better in their school work.