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TREASURING CHILDHOOD
FILM & LECTURE SERIES TO KICK-OFF THE NEW YEAR
Presented by Tucson Waldorf School. Free to the public.
January 9, 2012, Tucson, AZ— Tucson Waldorf School is pleased to present the Treasuring Childhood Film & Lecture Series as an opportunity for adults to observe and discuss current societal trends that challenge today's children. The films and lectures will give perspective on a number of topics, including target marketing and increased consumerism, television and electronics consuming spare time, decreased physical activity, excessive homework, burnout, and cheating in school.
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Race To Nowhere: The Dark Side of America's Achievement Culture
Race To Nowhere
is a close-up look at the pressures on today's students, offering an
intimate view of lives packed with activities, leaving little room for
down-time or family time. The film tackles the tragic side of our often
achievement-obsessed culture, with interviews that explore the hidden
world of over-burdened schedules, student suicide, academic cheating,
and young people who have checked out.
Wed, Feb 1 and Thurs, Feb 2 at 7 p.m.
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Miss Representation
Written and directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the film exposes how mainstream media
contribute to the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in
America. The film challenges the media’s limited and often disparaging portrayals of women and
girls, which make it difficult for women to achieve leadership positions and for the average
woman to feel powerful herself.
Wednesday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m.
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Lecture - Saving our Children: The Role of Art, Nature, and True Human Care in the Journey of Childhood - with Karl Johnson
An educational support specialist, Karl holds a Masters degree in Guidance and Counseling and is a
certified Therapeutic Educator. Active in adult education throughout the Waldorf movement,
Karl has mentored schools and given workshops and talks in New Zealand, Canada, Mexico, and the
Southwestern United States. Karl's wisdom is timely in addressing the delicate balance between
the childhood journey and modern times.
Wednesday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m.
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Lecture - Cell Phones, Media & Our Children - a panel discussion featuring Elizabeth Kelley
Elizabeth Kelley will bring knowledge based on scientific study to shed light on this topic
and on electromagnetic energy. Additional panel members will contemplate the social and developmental
implications of media in this increasingly digital age.
Wednesday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m.
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Tucson Waldorf School
River Bend Campus
3605 E. River Road
These programs are intended for an adult audience.
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