2026 February Conference
The Teachability and Learnability of Social and Emotional Competences
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Join us for a special professional development conference with renowned Waldorf educator Martyn Rawson. Drawing on decades of international teaching experience, Martyn will guide our exploration of "The Teachability and Learnability of Social and Emotional Competences," through the lenses of Communities of Practice, Learning, and Inquiry.
February 19-21, 2026
Vancouver Waldorf School, Vancouver B.C.
Early Bird Price - $95 thru January 9, 2026
Martyn Rawson was born in Glasgow in 1954 and has been a Waldorf teacher since 1979, teaching in the UK and Germany, as is still teaching part time in a high school in Hamburg. He has published widely on Waldorf education, both in mainstream and Waldorf publishers. He served for 15 years in the College of the Pedagogical Section at the Goetheanum. He is currently Professor of Waldorf education in international contexts at Alanus University in Germany and has worked in teacher education.
Northwest/Pacific Regional AWSNA Conference and Delegates Meeting
February 19-21, 2026
This event brings together two key gatherings: the Professional Development Conference and the AWSNA Delegates Meeting.
The Professional Development Conference begins Thursday evening and continues through Friday afternoon, featuring several keynote addresses by Martyn Rawson, interactive workshops, and community dialogue. A detailed list of workshops exploring the conference theme will be announced soon. The Delegates Meeting begins Friday afternoon and continues through Saturday, providing a dedicated space for administrative collaboration. While the inspiring Professional Development Conference is open to all, the Delegates Meeting is specifically for school delegates of the Northwest/Pacific Regional AWSNA schools.
Whether you are attending the Professional Development Conference, the Delegates Meeting, or both, please register starting November 14, 2025.
Early Bird Price - $95.00 (now thru January 9, 2026)
Regular Price - $115.00 (starting January 10, 2026)
Additional Details & Registration Information
Additional Details & Registration Information
Registration Opens: November 14, 2025 for all attendees.
Canadian colleagues, use coupon code CAN27 at checkout to receive a special exchange rate-adjusted price.
Logistics & Offers:
Location: Vancouver Waldorf School, British Columbia, Canada - Map.
Times: The conference will begin at 7:00pm on February 19. The Delegates Meeting will take place Friday afternoon and conclude at 2:30pm on Saturday, February 21. Exact times will be announce with details on the workshops.
Oregon Residents: A complimentary shuttle service between Seattle and Vancouver will be offered, courtesy of Seattle Waldorf School. Sign-up to receive details at registration.
Meals: Friday lunch is available for pre-order only. Snacks throughout the conference and Saturday lunch during the Delegates Meeting are included at no extra charge.
Group Rates: Inquire at information@soundcirclecenter.org for discounts on four or more participants from your school.
Workshops: A full list of breakout workshops will be announced soon! We will expand our workshop offerings as registration grows, providing more specialized paths to explore the conference theme.
Delegates Meeting: As always, there is no fee to attend the Delegates Meeting. For planning purposes, please register starting November 14, 2025.
Vancouver Waldorf School's beautiful campus is just a twenty minute drive from the downtown area. Vancouver is a stunning coastal city nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the North Shore Mountains. Renowned for its natural beauty, vibrant cultural mosaic, and thriving urban energy, it provides a truly inspiring setting for our gathering.
Email information@soundcirclecenter.org for questions.
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