Michaelmas Play

In the autumn, at harvest season, Michaelmas is celebrated.  In Celtic tradition, St. Michael represents the unconquered hero, fighting against evil and the powers of darkness.  The experience of nature during autumn--that of a “passing away” illuminated by brilliant color, belongs to the Michaelmas festival.

In reviving the old customs by celebrating Michaelmas, we should try especially to stimulate the children’s will to do well. Perhaps when the occasion presents itself, you can tell the child that nothing is ever lost, not even the smallest good deed, whether it is noticed or not. All good deeds are received with joy, for they strengthen the power of good in the world.

Celebration: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at 11:00

All are welcome to attend!

Timeline

11:00am   Grades children gather for procession to the lower playground. Parents and guests gather on the basketball court. Early Childhood classes sit in audience with teachers.

11:10am   Play begins followed by Michaelmas games led by the 5^th grade.

Immediately following:

• Community Procession to the upper playground with a tribute to Karen Traversy for her years of teaching
• Soup, corn bread, apple crisps, and cider will be served.
• Early Childhood, grade 2/3 and grade 5 classes will sit together as a class.
• Early Childhood children will be dismissed by their class teacher after the meal.

12:15   Clean up

Please help us to reduce our waste by using the recycle bins and the compost container

Grades children and Aftercare will return to classrooms with teachers.

Families can bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets to sit on, a soup cup and spoon to help reduce waste.

We have an "all school photographer” who will be taking pictures and ask that you refrain from picture taking during the play.