How do we raise resilient, grounded children in a world shaped by technology, anxiety, and constant stimulation? How can education support not only academic growth, but also emotional well-being, creativity, and a strong sense of self?

These timely questions are at the heart of our upcoming two-day workshop with educator and author Jack Petrash, taking place February 6–7, 2026, at Sunrise School of Miami.

A Free Workshop Open to Parents and the Community

We are honored to welcome Jack Petrash, a longtime Waldorf educator, parenting expert, speaker, consultant, and author with over 30 years of experience as a class teacher at the Washington Waldorf School in Washington, DC. Jack is also the founder of the Nova Institute and the author of Understanding Waldorf Education: Teaching from the Inside Out. His work bridges Waldorf education and contemporary challenges facing children and families today.

This free workshop is open to parents and the wider community, but space is limited and registration is required.

Workshop Schedule & Themes

  • Friday Evening | February 6 (6:30 to 8:30pm)
    Strengthening Our Children for the World They Inherit
    In this evening session, Jack explores a question many parents ask: Can we protect our children from the pressures of modern life? Through an understanding of child development, he offers insight into how we can strengthen children from within so they are better prepared to meet life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.
  • Saturday Morning | February 7 (9 am to 12:30 pm)
    How Waldorf Education Prepares Students for a Complex Future
    This session looks at how an education that nurtures head, heart, and hands supports flexible thinking, creativity, and meaningful engagement with the world. Drawing from his forthcoming work, Jack shares how developmentally aligned education prepares children not just for today, but for the future they will shape.

Registration Details

When registering, participants may choose to attend Friday only, Saturday only, or both days. While each session stands on its own, we strongly recommend attending both days for a more complete and well-rounded experience.

Click here to register via Eventbrite.

We look forward to welcoming parents, caregivers, and community members for this meaningful weekend of reflection, learning, and conversation.