We are starting el Rio Charter School to cultivate academic excellence in our children through the proven “Waldorf” approach to education – a method that encourages the excitement of hands-on learning and creativity over mere memorization.

Inspired by the Waldorf educational philosophy, El Rio Charter School’s mission is to create a Kindergarten through 8th grade neighborhood public school in northeast Los Angeles that fosters children’s natural love of learning through an art- and science-infused curriculum.

Working together, administrators, teachers and parents will nurture students’ holistic development by encouraging intellectual exploration, cultivating independent thinking and instilling a strong collaborative work ethic.

We need parents, teachers and advisors willing to give their time and passion to make el Rio Charter School a reality for the children of Cypress Park, Highland Park, Glassell Park, Mt. Washington and Eagle Rock.

A century of Waldorf success shows there is more to teaching than standardized testing. The Waldorf approach to teaching, homework and academic discipline develops a child’s lifelong love of learning through immersion in the subject, critical thinking and imaginative solutions. The result is high academic achievement.

Together we can make a difference in our children’s education. Join us. Help make it happen.

If you believe in a vision of an outstanding public school education for our children, are ready to devote some of your time and skills to make a Waldorf-style education a reality then let’s start the conversation.