12 February, 2005

News Release

For Immediate Release

Novato Charter School Showcased as “Success Story”

Novato Charter School was featured as a “Success Story” at a conference held recently on charter schools. The Conference for Teachers and Schools Working with Waldorf Methods and the Public Sector was held January 22-23 in Fair Oaks, Ca. NCS 6^th grade teacher Richard Betz spoke at a breakout session on science instruction and Director Rachael Bishop led a workshop for charter school administrators.

This year’s theme was The Challenge for Waldorf Methods Public Schools Today: Keeping the Heart of Waldorf Alive While Enhancing Effectiveness and Accountability.” Participants explored how to meet or exceed state standards while remaining true to the vision expressed in school charters.

“The Novato Charter School was singled out as an example of how innovative methods of education can be integrated successfully in public schools without compromising accountability,” says Rachael Bishop, Director of the Novato Charter School. “It’s was very rewarding to have our school recognized at this conference.”

Located at Hamilton Field, Novato Charter School blends Waldorf methods and best educational practices to support the healthy growth and development of the whole child. The school serves children from kindergarten through 8^th grade.

For more information about Novato Charter School, call 883.4254 or visit their web site at www.novatocharterschool.org.

Contact: Rachael Bishop, Director, Novato Charter School at 415.883.4254