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Oprah Visits Maharishi School

Dr. Beall and Oprah meet at Maharishi School

In October 2011, Oprah Winfrey visited Maharishi School and Fairfield to film an episode for “Oprah’s Next Chapter.”

When she arrived at the school, she told Dr. Richard Beall, School Head, “I always wanted to help create an Age of Enlightenment, but I didn’t know how.”

Bob Daniels, Chairman of the School Board, attended a brief “Meet and Greet” with Oprah, where she said, “How have you kept this school a secret for so long? Well, it won’t be a secret any longer.“

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Our 7th and 8th grade Science class have been lear Our 7th and 8th grade Science class have been learning about acid base and chemical reactions. They've been working on making baking soda and vinegar rockets to understand the neutralization reaction, and to see chemical reactions taking place right before their eyes. Our Middle School includes 6th, 7th, and 8th graders taught by a close-knit team of teachers who understand that before they can learn math and history, these young adolescents may need to learn how to make friends, or organize their lockers—or cope with the changes happening to their bodies. The emphasis on reflection on the learning process continues as students learn to recognize their own strengths and to set learning goals for themselves in line with the targets their teachers introduce in class. Click the link in our bio to apply today!
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The After School Program (ASP) has a few important The After School Program (ASP) has a few important updates! **Our ASP program is now offering hourly drop-offs for $5/hour!** Available 3:30-5:30 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday ONLY. (We will not have ASP on Mondays and Fridays in December) If your child is interested, we offer ONE FREE DAY! We can accept cash/check at the time of pickup or we may bill you every 2 weeks. Also our new Eco-Club has kicked off! This program teaches children how to turn trash into treasure by repurposing used/recyclable items which they use to learn how to create a business. The creations being made in this Eco-Club will be available for you to purchase at the Holiday Fair on December 8th and 9th. We will have a booth set up in the Convention Center in Fairfield both days so come find us (all profits go to the Maharishi School After School Program). For any questions or concerns please reach out; asp@maharishischool.org *Students must be signed up and help at the booth to participate. **Please email us and notify your teacher when your child is going to the ASP program that day. Your teacher will walk them to the cafeteria and that will be your pickup location also.
“The rocketry project welcomes any student with “The rocketry project welcomes any student with a deep passion for learning and an unwavering commitment to perseverance. We don't require students to be experts in math and science, although those skills can certainly be an asset." "What truly excites me about this project is that each year, the challenges we face are slightly different. As an enthusiast of 'flight,' it's a genuine delight to witness students embark on this journey armed with nothing but their unique experiences, their boundless potential, and a set of competition rules." "What unfolds is a remarkable transformation of their ideas and creativity into solutions for complex engineering and creative challenges, resulting in resounding success on a national stage. Collaborating with these students towards a common goal, tackling these challenges, and striving to be the best we can be, is without a doubt the highlight of my day!” - Rocketry Coach Rick Rudloff “I think the coolest thing about being part of the rocketry program at Maharishi School is the fact that you get to build something from start to finish with your own hands that has the ability to fly 800 ft in the air. Before joining Rocketry I never imagined I would be able to design, build, and fly my own model rocket but now it’s really cool to think that we are going to be building a 7-foot rocket under the guidance of NASA that will reach 5280 ft. Rocketry brings together all of the subjects we learn in school and teaches me so much more about the world around us.” -Antariksha Sharma, Rocketry Team #rocketryclub #rocketryteam #maharishischoolrocketry
Unlock new potential for your child's education by Unlock new potential for your child's education by checking out our latest blog, 'How to Enhance Your Child's Education,' for insights and suggestions. 🌟 Click the link in our bio to read 🌟 #EducationGoals #ParentingTips #NewBlogAlert"
Tomorrow, November 28 is GIVING TUESDAY! As peopl Tomorrow, November 28 is GIVING TUESDAY! As people around the world support important causes, we invite you to support MAHARISHI SCHOOL in reaching our goal of $50,000 during the month of December—the Season of Giving. Beginning today, through Midnight tomorrow YOU GIVE and WE GIVE BACK TO YOU! * Donate now through Giving Tuesday, November 28 * FIVE names will randomly be drawn to win a Maharishi School Logo Hoodie * Winners will be contacted through email Wednesday morning, November 29 * Giveaways are available only to people who live within the United States CLICK THE LINK IN OUR BIO TO DONATE
Thanksgiving break is from November 22nd (Wednesda Thanksgiving break is from November 22nd (Wednesday) through November 26th (Sunday). During this time, the school will be closed, and there will be no classes or after school programs. "At this time of Thanksgiving, I feel an abundance of gratitude for our families, here and abroad, for our stellar staff and dedicated faculty who serve your children daily, and for the founder of this innovative Consciousness-Based Education, Maharishi. May this holiday bring you enriching time with your family and friends, and some deep transcending to enhance coherence and peace in our world. Happy Thanksgiving." -Head of School, Richard Beall
Our Maharishi School students embrace the spirit o Our Maharishi School students embrace the spirit of thankfulness, weaving a tapestry of appreciation for the incredible community that makes learning an extraordinary journey. #GratefulHearts #maharishischooliowa
Beginning on Tuesday, November 28, #GivingTuesday, Beginning on Tuesday, November 28, #GivingTuesday, the purpose of this global effort is to encourage people to do good, and to show gratitude and generosity. The goal during our Season of Giving campaign, which ends December 31, is to raise $50,000 for Maharishi School. Click the link in our bio and start the Season of Giving today!
"The Maharishi School Residential Life Program ext "The Maharishi School Residential Life Program extends the social and emotional learning of the classroom to a diverse communal living environment. Under the supervision of three adult advisors, students from Vietnam, China, South Korea, India, Ukraine, and the United States enjoy a daily dorm routine of group meals, focused study hours, and recreation. In this multi-cultural and age-diverse context, students develop self-management and interpersonal skills and build a foundation for becoming the 'creative, compassionate, contributing citizens' envisioned by the school’s mission statement." -David Pohlman, Head of Residential Life Go to www.maharishischool.org/boarding to find out if our Boarding Program is right for you!
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At Maharishi School, guiding our students as they At Maharishi School, guiding our students as they apply for selective colleges and universities is a privilege and a responsibility that we take very seriously. Our Academic Director, Kaye Jacob, has had years of experience with college admissions and takes the lead on creating a sequential program that leads students step by step, from as early as Grade 9 through sending off their final transcripts after they graduate. Our registrar, Emmy Auge, is the one who actually handles transcripts, as well as coordinating our standardized testing and liaising with the College Board. All students in grades 8 through 11 take the PSAT in school each fall–and students can register for the SAT on the College Board website or the ACT through their website Head over to our website to learn more about college counseling at Maharishi School.
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