Car Wash

Name: Car Wash
Start: 2026-05-01T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-01T16:00:00-04:00
Location: Zena Democratic School

May 1 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Imagine this, the outside of your car is filthy and you have no desire to clean it, so instead you drive to the school to pick up your child. When you arrive, smiling kids serve you refreshments through your car window. And then Luca, Autumn Sky and Miette (and some special guests) scrub your car down. All you need to do is sit cozily inside enjoying your snacks and knowing you are helping them pursue their Diploma Adventures. Does it sound too good to be true? It’s not! Once signed up you can show up anytime during the half hour slot and they will get to work making sure your belly is full and your car is sparkling! Car wash is by donation.

Signup for a slot: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bws1iZvgdXHAwkTfXE–n4l19r9nuxwbodFFoi6YCl4/edit?usp=sharing

Details

Date:: May 1
Time:: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Venue

: Zena Democratic School
: 84 Zena Road
Kingston, NY + Google Map

Car Wash

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Parents’ experience of the school is a crucial factor in determining their childrens’ experience of the school. Children of parents who work hard to understand our philosophy, communicate with staff, attend events, and connect with the community usually get the most out of our program.

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Zena Democratic School is a direct democracy; each student and member of the staff has an equal vote in managing all aspects of the school’s operation.