Join us for a five-day in-person retreat to fill your tool kit with:
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The basics of early childhood and how to support this critical phase of development
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An introduction to the Living Arts
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How to create sustainable and nourishing rhythms with attention to transitions
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An understanding of the importance of play and how to support it
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How to build effective relationships with partners, parents, colleagues
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Basics in storytelling, as well as an experience of songs and games for children
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Basic skills in handwork, festival craft, watercolor painting, nature table creation
**PLUS enjoy a week of nourishing self-care with delicious, organic meals, time in nature, movement classes, and the camaraderie of an established community to support and inspire you in the future!**
Meet Your Core Teaching Staff
Acacia Moore,
Lead Teacher
Acacia is the Executive Director of LifeWays and serves as Director for In-Person and Online Programs. She has been devoted to the mission of LifeWays for many years as an educator and mother of three sons. Alongside her role with LifeWays, she is co-founder and teacher at the City of Fountains School, established 2011 as Kansas City’s first school inspired by Waldorf education. She completed her Curative Educators training with the Mulberry Center for Curative Education in 2024, her own LifeWays Certificate training in 2016, and her Bachelor’s degree in Art Education with a focus on Early Childhood in 2003.
Acacia is passionate about partnering with families and educators to build support systems for children that honor their natural, individual development as spiritual human beings. She is tremendously grateful to be serving the LifeWays community with this very mission.
Nahidia Henry,
Student Services Coordinator
As an Early Childhood Specialist, Nahidia is dedicated to nurturing young children through
purposeful activities and a warm, gentle approach. She currently works with a wonderful
family, supporting their delightful three-year-old through nature-based learning and
Steiner-inspired education. Outdoor exploration and play-based activities foster
creativity, imagination, and holistic development in her work.
Student Services Coordinator
Contact: Nahidia Henry, Student Services Coordinator
Email: nahidia.henry@gmail.com