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Polaris School and Centre presents
The Starlight Fair A magical family event November 24, 11am - 3pm 225 Donald St, suite 223 - beeswax candle dipping - tea room lunch - craft activities for children - children’s store - cookie cavern - the crystal boat - Waldorf inspired market place - hand made items - baked goods You will be entertained and your children enchanted in the magical atmosphere of our Startlight Fair. This family event will have a little something for everyone and will surely become a family tradition. Please help us spread the word and forward on to your circle of friends, family and co-workers. You can also print the poster and put up copies around town. |
Monthly Study Group
Read on... Engaged Community, by Jon McAlice When: 3rd Monday of every month, 7:00 to 8:30pm; Please arrive as soon as 6:50pm so we can start on time. Upcoming dates: October 22nd, November 19, December 17th Where: Upper Grades class, room 261 above Entrance C, east-side of building (because they have big chairs!) What: Chapter reading + monthly dialogue; 'All education is self-education and, as teachers, we can only provide the environment for children's self-education... where children can educate themselves according to their own destinies.' -- Rudolf Steiner This radical book seeks to shift the governance of Steiner-Waldorf schools from a structural to a dynamic approach. Jon McAlice argues that for teachers to help children 'practice the art of self-education', they must themselves model confident, honest self-governance. He shows how this ideal can come about by teachers, parents and students working together. He addresses issues of trust and colleagiality, authenticity, and self-development, and provides the tools and language that schools will need to make progress in this important area. How: Initial gathering on October 22: check-in, make sure everyone has a copy, discuss broad strokes of topic. Recurring gathering: discuss agreed upon chapter(s) that have been read ahead of time, while re-reading salient or passages needing clarifications. Bring your own beverage, snacks respecting school policy welcome! Who: Everyone welcome. Please arrange for child care off-site. Facilitated by Luc Nugent, FWEO founder, Polaris parent, working in support of public and private Waldorf initiatives since 2008. RSVP: WaldorfinOttawa@gmail.com so we can plan logistics. Last minute attendees also welcome. Bring friends. PARENT DISCUSSION FORUM
Read on... Polaris School Parent Open Forum When: 2nd Wednesday of every month, 7:00 to 8:30pm; Please arrive as soon as 6:50pm so we can start on time. Where: Upper Grades class, room 261 above Entrance C (east-side); What: “Knowledge has value only in so far as it contributes to the all‐round development of the whole nature of man.” – Rudolf Steiner Offer a common place to learn about: • Waldorf Education concepts and foundations; • Child development concepts; • The significance of celebrations for children; • The workings of our school corporation; Create a constructive place where people can: • Express and exchange ideas; • Ask questions; • Share, recognize and celebrate accomplishments; • Express their needs. How: After a brief check‐in, all present will suggest topics and questions for discussion. Based on themes, collectively agreed agenda for the evening, dialogue ensues. A general overview of topics discussed and retained for future consideration will be summarized and circulated for everyone’s reference. If we cannot answer questions together, we will work towards finding one or organize future evenings to satisfy the needs expressed. Bring your own beverage, snacks respecting school policy welcome! Who: All parents of the school welcome. Please arrange for child care off-site. Facilitated by Luc Nugent, FWEO founder, Polaris parent, working in support of public and private Waldorf initiatives since 2008. No need to RSVP. Reflect on your questions or needs and come meet like-minded people. 
Thursday craft Circle
Read on... Thursday Crafting Circle Please consider joining me Thursdays at 6 pm in the kindergarten room at school. (Room 161, lower level, entrance C on the east side of the building.) This first meeting will kick off what I hope will be a beautiful event to build community. The plan is to create a crafting circle to support the classrooms and the fairs. Our first get together will be a brain storming session to share ideas and decide on some projects. Please let me know if you have any of the following items to donate. Wish list: Scissors Wool felt (scraps and pieces work) Ribbon Needles and thread Wool roving Yarn Wooden pegs Embroidery floss And any others items that you think may be useful. Bring your mug, tea and dessert will be served. All welcome. Warmly, Daphne. daphneyetman@sympatico.ca 613-407-3868 |
