Alumnae Tea
Posted:As part of our 25th Anniversary Celebration, Edge Hill Country Day School hosted a morning tea Friday, May 11th for all those who attended the old school house S.S.3 before it closed down in 1961.
It was a remarkable turn out, with guests who started school at Edge Hill as far back as 1929. Teacher Hazel Hopkins Wilson represented former faculty.
Attendees were interviewed by current Jasper Class students, and recounted memories that included the exact location of the old wood stove, how the pie went out, the unexpected visit of a large billy goat, the wall over the old chalk board – and how much larger the school seemed when they were so small.
One of our guests, William Anderson, reminisced about his job as the stove stoker, and others still recall baseball triumphs over rival schools, notably the Rocky Saugeen School. Some guests traveled to join us, and others still live just up the street. The Eckhardt family was represented by three siblings, Art, Phil and sister Ruth.
In an early photograph, part of the display assembled by Margaret Baker pointed out her grandfather holding her father as an infant in front of the school, and told us that four generations of her family had attended Edge Hill, including her daughter, Betty Jean.
Jasper Class students, under the direction of Lise Gunby and Emma Fuller, entertained our guests with singing and interviewed most of the guests. We all really enjoyed the morning and the food was fabulous.
Pictured in the photo are: Back Row (L to R): Bill Anderson, Wayne Peart, Stuart Riddell, Glen Baker, Ruth Chapman, Phil Eckhardt, Art Eckhardt Middle Row (L to R): Margaret Baker, June Anderson, Lorna Peart Ellis, Hazel Hopkins Wilson, Mary Lou McPherson, John Glencross Front: Norm Robinson
May Fair & 25th Anniversary Update
Posted:
The weekend of May 26 & 27 we will be celebrating our school’s 25th Anniversary. The event will coincide with our popular annual May Fair festivities. Visitors can look forward to:
Delicious food, Live music, Traditional Maypole dance by the students, Silent auction, Local vendors market, Tree planting ceremony,
Childrens games, Crafts, Camping, Bonfire, Storytelling, Face painting
May 26th
11-4 Main activities and celebration
6-10 Evening activities camp fire
May 27th
8-10 pancake breakfast
Storytelling is the heart of Waldorf education. Edge Hill School is hoping that you will share your stories — memories, thoughts, reflections — and images of your experience at the school. Would you please share your thoughts (approximately 250 words) so that we can compile a memory book to commemorate the school’s 25th years in the Waldorf movement? Your contribution might include a personal memory as a student, teacher, parent, or community member. It may be a reflection on how you look back at having been a student in this unique environment. It may be a remembrance of an event or an achievement.
Please send your favourite memory in the form of a short story or poem. If you have any pictures or drawings (current or past) to accompany and would like them back please include a self addressed envelope or email your memories to info@edgehill-school.com.
Please include your name, current city of residence and years you attended or were involved at Edge Hill.
If you have donations for the silent or if you have a business and would like to be a vendor or make a donation contact us at info@edgehill-school.com
PRE-1986 SOCIAL LUNCHEON
On Friday May 11th from 10am-12pm, Coffee Tea and a light lunch will be served. Current students and families are encouraged to attend and this will be a great opportunity to listen and share stories with people who attended Edge Hill School 50, 60 years ago.
Parent & Child
Posted:The Parent and Child Spring Session begins Friday, April 13 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. for 6 weeks, facilitated by Millie Johne. Imitation, movement, and pictures: These are key words for young children. Add a loving, warm environment and they will thrive. Friday morning sessions include free play and social time, circle and story, crafts, snack, articles and discussion about Waldorf education. The cost is $8 a session or $30.00 for 5 sessions when paid on the first day. The program starts Friday. April 13 and continues until May 18. Contact the school at info@edgehill-school.com for more information.
Earth Day Open House – April 22
Posted:Earth Day Open House
Sunday April 22nd
1 PM – 3PM
Admission: Free
2 PM Presentation and discussion on the Waldorf Curriculum and Richard Louv’s ‘Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder’
Tour the classrooms and earth friendly playground.
Brew cedar tea on an open fire
Watch a demonstration or try for yourself, grain grinding and root washing by bicycle power.
Cake baking in the outdoor adobe oven
Book Sale (Children’s literature, parenting, lifestyle, gardening, craft, education)
Native Plant sale
Build a birdhouse with supplies provided by the Blue Heron Roots & Shoots group.
Bring your unwanted cell phones, lap tops, digital cameras, MP3 players, ink jet cartridges or laser toners for recycling and take home a bird house or native plant.
25th Anniversary
Posted:Mark your calendars! The weekend of May 26 & 27 we will be celebrating our school’s 25th Anniversary. The event will coincide with our popular annual May Fair festivities. Visitors can look forward to:
Delicious food
Live music
Traditional Maypole dance by the students
Silent auction
Local vendors market
Tree planting ceremony
Childrens games
Crafts
Camping
Bonfire
Storytelling
Face painting
Storytelling is the heart of Waldorf education. Edge Hill School is hoping that you will share your stories — memories, thoughts, reflections — and images of your experience at the school. Would you please share your thoughts (approximately 250 words) so that we can compile a memory book to commemorate the school’s 25th years in the Waldorf movement? Your contribution might include a personal memory as a student, teacher, parent, or community member. It may be a reflection on how you look back at having been a student in this unique environment. It may be a remembrance of an event or an achievement.
Please send your favourite memory in the form of a short story or poem. If you have any pictures or drawings (current or past) to accompany and would like them back please include a self addressed envelope or email your memories to info@edgehill-school.com. Please include your name, current city of residence and years you attended or were involved at Edge Hill.
Doll Making Workshop – March 24th
Posted:
Join us for an all-day workshop at Edge Hill School to create an individual Waldorf doll from basic materials. Made of cotton knit fabric and wool stuffing and using techniques drawing on traditional European dollmaking, the Waldorf doll allows the child to improve or strengthen imagination and creativity. These dolls feel soft and warm!
The workshop is led by Dorothy Lind, a veteran Waldorf homeschooling parent of over 20 years, creating her Waldorf materials along the way. She has taught grade 5 at Edge Hill School & was a summer Camp craft instructor at Aurora Waldorf School in New York. Dorothy ran “Gifts of the Goddess” gift shop in downtown Durham several years ago, and has led workshops for adults and children in doll-making, moccasin-making, hoop-drum construction, buckskin coat making, and assorted other craft and art workshops, both in Ontario and New York.
Cost: $65, includes all materials, payable by cash or cheque. Please register by calling 519.369.3195 and leaving your name and phone number. We’ll get back to you to confirm. This workshop is geared for those 14 and over. Children 13 and under require the help of a parent to participate in this session – both will be admitted for one workshop fee and will receive materials for one doll.
The class is Saturday, March 24th from 9:30 am to 4 pm at Edge Hill School, Concession 2 north of Edges Side road
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED BUT SPACES ARE STILL AVAILABLE. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO ENSURE A SPOT.