Now that everyone has settled into their back-to-school routines, I know that many families with 5th grade students are already starting to think about school plans for next year. So, I wanted to make sure that everyone knows about a new middle school in the area that they might want to consider. The Waldorf School of Pittsburgh, which is located in neighboring Friendship and which had formerly gone K through 5 (with a daycare option for little ones), is adding a middle school! This year (2011-12) they have added a sixth grade, next year they will be adding a seventh, and by 2013-14 they will offer a full K-8 program. For those of us lucky enough to live in Highland Park (or anywhere in the city and some suburbs for that matter), school bussing is available and convenient. If you are interested in more info, you can check out their website at: http://waldorfpittsburgh.org/ Even better, you can attend the "Discover Waldorf Open House" they are holding on Wednesday, October 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Also, I would be happy to talk with you personally about my experiences as a Waldorf parent, and answer any questions you may have about the school. My son is currently in the 5th grade, having attended since nursery school, and we have been overwhelmingly pleased with the school and the education he is receiving. Alex West 923 N Highland Ave (412)661-1028