Since 1963, The Camphill School has been dedicated to children and youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities by offering individualized hands-on learning opportunities, fulfilling work, and meaningful social connections.
2026 Camphill Gala
On Friday, May 29, Foxfield, our commercial cut flower farm, will play host to our Annual Gala. We hope to see you there!
Name: Joseph Harkanson Role: Chef Been with the school since: 09/2023 What is your favorite thing about working at the school?: Making healthy meals for day student house in the community and teaching the Bridge Program students how to prep and cook food…
Name: Melanie Eberhard Role: Music Teacher Been with the school since: 2016 What is your favorite thing about working at the school?: Observing my students’ unique personalities expressed through song, instrument (especially cello), and dance. What are memorable events/moments that means a lot to you?: First is a folk dance: “Can’t Jump Josie,” a favorite request of sixth grade…
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to volunteer for a year at The Camphill School? Laura was kind enough to share her story. She here for a yearlong experience from Freiburg, Germany before she heads back home to study…
For our December staff profile, we are featuring Katie Ripple, our Finance Administrator who has been with the school since May 2022. What is your favorite thing about working at the school? My favorite thing about working for Camphill is being able to work behind the scenes to help keep the school running…
Our highest endeavor must be to develop free human beings who are able of themselves to impart purpose and direction to their lives. The need for imagination, a sense of truth, and a feeling of responsibility—these three forces are the very nerve of education.
