It is a tradition in Waldorf Education for the 8th grade to embark on an extended trip toward  the end of the school year, close to graduation. It is both a right of passage and an opportunity  for the students and their teacher, many who have been together for 8 years, to explore the  world and bond even further with each other through unique experiences and new  surroundings. Our class recently returned from such a trip that included art, history, medieval  architecture, canals, biking, multicultural experiences and service. Where did we go?  Amsterdam!