School Newsletter

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The apples were shining with crystal droplets; the baskets were full. The traditional picnic was held in the sorting shed rather than under the old oak tree! Some of the children waited long enough for the sun to come out and we lucky to have a tractor-trailer ride. Thank you Cedric and all the families who made it, despite the rain! The children's Harvest songs are full of stories from Cedric's farm. Click below for photos.

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OzHarvest collects quality excess food from commercial outlets and delivers it directly to more than 1300 charities supporting people in need across the country. Deputy Head Liz Nevieve led the festival starting with a respectful 50 seconds of silence in honour of the victims of the Christchurch terror attack. The Festival included a Year 12 Eurythmy performance, musical performance, singing, poetry reading and concluded with a story from Head of School Andrew Hill ‘The boy with the heart of a lion’. Thanks to all involved for their contribution to a wonderful marking of the new season.

“What we’re doing is showing that we are aware of a lot of climate issues that it seems the people in power are trying to hide from us,” Howard said.  “Politicians absolutely do not care about us,” Naffah agreed. “The government is saying these children don’t understand what they’re doing. Really, we’re being educated.”http://ow.ly/iuKK30o3fEV.  Said one parent attending with her Year 7 son : "It was an excellent introduction to their understanding of democratic processes, the right to voice one’s opinion and the need, sometimes, to confront the establishment, the old-guard, when they are not acting in the best interests of the majority, nor for the greater good.". 

An inspired group of Class 1 mums, Glenaeon teachers and 2 parents from other years decided to join in on the Coastrek Walk to raise funds, forming 8 teams collectively. The Class 1 mums took part in the 15km moonlight trek from Mosman via bush trails to Manly, and the teachers by day! There was a good deal of rain at night, with much good conversation and laughter. It was a fabulous atmosphere to be amongst and felt very satisfying to have collectively raised funds for the Foundation. Each team must raise $2000, and the Class 1 mums raised over $6,700! The teachers raised almost $8000 with their teams. Great effort to all!

The Class 1 mums:

Team Waldorf Walkers : Tina Malin, Tanya Watkinson, Dani Demos, Bodhi Sherrot.
Team: Slinky : Nikkie Eager, Lisa Kavanagh, Sarah McSpadden, Karina Schlieper

The teachers (and 2 parents) - Jonas was unwell, and Alisan also, but 14 others made it though: Donna, Stanley, David C, Elena, Liz, Ella, Dani, Evan, Jak, parent Jacqui Prasad, a parent Kerryn Agnew, Yura and Lisa from the office.

Special thanks to Tim Bacon and both Jaz and Blaise Miller Hill for their coaching, management and encouragement of the teams! A huge thank you too to Holly Graham from AFL NSW for organizing the clinics at school to provide their first experience for the children and then organizing the event! Donna Miller

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Parent and chef Nick Jones cooked delicious Indian treats for all, and along with some chai tea, the week ended in a peaceful way. Thank you to teachers Cathy and Michele for this amazing Main Lesson, and the children for working so hard on their beautiful Indian Festival preparation. 30 lotuses, chalk drawings, henna tattoos and bindis completed the celebration! Click below to see the photos.

With Geography and Food Technology teacher Anne Rouse, these students go on in Year 9 and 10 to learn about sustainable food supply in the greater world, and these microcosms of earth show them just how tricky it is to actually live in a sustainable world with healthy food. In the garden today, they are removing excess moisture from the barrels that would otherwise drown the small, growing plants.

The students spent a morning at Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) where they collected sand samples and tested for micro plastics and explored the aquarium and discovery room. To end the main lesson the students returned to Scotts Creek where they met with Mr Marc Lee. Marc is a parent to three former Glenaeon students, and a local resident who is very dedicated to managing and protecting the valuable creek environment ajoining Glenaeon. He spoke to the students about his management work and led them in a clean up of the area.

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Thredbo has some very challenging tracks, and the boys negotiated them safely and made it to the end! They competed enthusiastically and with courage, coming amongst the pack in their respective age-groups. Mountain-biking in Thredbo is a huge sport, in which injuries are common, so just finishing well is a great achievement!. Well done Luca and Timon! Luca was lucky enough to be able to attend a downhill skills clinic on the Thursday, and they both learnt a lot on the mountain.  For more information, see https://www.thredbo.com.au/event-results/2019/2019-australian-mountain-bike-interschools/

Results:
Flow: Luca's time: 13:20.83, placing 137/142. Leader: 08:46.73. Division 3 girls, Mika Clayton (class 3 last year at Glenaeon) came 8th/23.
Cannonball: Luca's time: 11:54.62, placing 88/91. Leader: 05:04.07. Division 3 girls in the Cannonball, Maddison Smith from "Rudolf Steiner School" came second, and Amelie (class 7 last year at Glenaeon) came 6th out of 10.
Cross country: Timon's time 16:09.3, placing 55th/61 (one lap only required for Div 4); Luca's time - completed 2 laps - the course is 3 laps; race complete early once leader has finished and riders not yet on third lap do not complete final lap. 

Students and staff entering the Middle Cove campus are to use the entrance from Glenroy Avenue and must keep to the left using the walkway. Paths throughout the school must be used in preference to the driveway. Caution is to be used when crossing the driveway or using it to move between buildings - use designated crossings wherever possible. Pedestrians are to be aware of other driveway users within the grounds  including vehicles.

Bicycle/Scooter  Riders Recommendations

1.   Glenaeon recommends that children under the age of 12 years DO NOT ride bicycles or scooters to or from school unless accompanied by an adult.
2.   Students must correctly wear a Standards Australia approved bicycle helmet at all times when in control of the bicycle or scooter.
3.   All RTA road rules concerning bicycles and scooters are to be followed . This includes the pedestrian's right of way on footpaths. The bell should be used        as a warning when approaching pedestrians .
4.   Bicycles & scooters ridden to school must be in good, safe working order and bicycles must be fitted with a bell. It is the responsibility of the parent              /carer to ensure that all protective equipment as required by law is provided.
5.   Bicycle and scooter riders must dismount their bike/ scooter upon entry to driveway.
6.   All bicycles and scooter are to be stored at bike rake on driveway outside Class 5. Bicycles and scooters must be locked with a chain and padlock                  provided by the bicycle owner.
7.   Bicycles, scooters and helmets are brought and stored on school grounds at the owner's  risk.
8.   Skateboards are banned from riding to and from school.
9.   Skateboards are banned on school ground at all times. 10. Anystudent found to bring a skateboard to school will have it confiscated and must be                collected by a parent from  our office.
11.  No riding of bicycles, scooters, skateboards is permitted in school grounds at any  time.
12.  Parents will be notified if students do not adhere to the School's Bicycle and Scooter Riders recommendations .

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MANDARIN CLASSES AT GLENAEON:

There will be two Mandarin classes available this year from Week 3.

2019 Beginner Class
Time: Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 pm
Venue: Junior library
Fees: $200/term

2019 Intermediate Class
Time: Wednesday from 3:30-4:30pm
Venue: Junior library
Fees:$200/term

RSVP: Please contact Katrina Pau   kchou7@tpg.com.au       0418 295 428

The Mandarin teacher, Ms Katrina Pau, was born and raised in Taiwan. Before migrating to Australia, she worked as a broadcaster in TV and Radio in Hong Kong and Taipei and also managed a financial investment company in Taipei. After migrating to Australia, along with a BA degree previously from the University of Melbourne, she then achieved an honours degree in Classical Chinese literature from Macquarie University, Sydney. She later tutored university students, and adults privately, in Asian culture & Mandarin language, and has been teaching Mandarin for primary students in a private school since 2012.

FUN FRENCH CLUB AT GLENAEON

When: The class is on a Monday afternoon from 3.45pm to 4.45pm
Start and End Day for Term 1 2019: 11-02-19 to 08-04-19 ( 9 weeks term )

Lefrench teaching methodology: 
Children just love the French Clubs fun approach to language learning which involves lots of games, songs, drama and other lively activities. You will be amazed at how much they learn and how quickly!

Lefrench Club's Methodology is based on informal, fun activities, such as crafts, music and songs, lively games, weekly activity sheets for each child, and progress reports for parents to reinforce at home (via email).

This interactive and communicative approach is supported by professionally designed materials including flashcards, board games and activity sheets.
The Club’s method makes learning fun and stress-free. While children play games, sing songs, act out role plays and interact with each other, they absorb the new language without consciously thinking about it. Naturally this all takes place within a carefully structured progressive sequence which enhances learning 

delphine.banse@lefrench.com.au

GERMAN CLASSES IN NEUTRAL BAY

A little group of children meet in our home in Neutral Bay for German language classes after school on a Thursday. They are taught by Frau Karin Weller, a very experienced German school teacher, retired from the German International School.  Karin prepares the lessons to suit the individual needs of the children.  She is warm and engaging and the kids love her.
The class is conducted in German with play-based games for younger kids & writing/reading/puzzles for older children, songs, pictures and conversation.  
Limited places may be available as we are keeping the group small at max. 4 children.
If you are interested, here are some further details 
When: Thursdays, during school term time
6-8 yr olds 1600-1700
9-10 yr olds 1700-1800
Where: 48 Young Street, Neutral Bay
Cost: $20 - $30 per class depending on size of group
Contact: Sabine Simmonds
sabinejsimmonds@gmail.com
0421 216971

1. Waldorf – Family Exchange in Berlin (Germany) October - December 2019

3. Wanted to buy: Diatonic Soprano 35 stringed lyre - Please contact Belinda on belinda.lang@yahoo.com.au

4. Teacher Marie Peters needs a room for Steiner teacher training residential in Sydney April 14 - 18 and Sept 30 - Oct 4 
Marie Peters, Class One Teacher from Milkwood Steiner School in the NT requires a billeted room whilst attending Sydney Rudolf Steiner’s Teacher Training Seminar in April from the 14th-18th and Sept 30th-Oct 4. Marie is independent, flexible, easy going and will offer help to others. She’ll appreciate any offers. Please email email Marie if you can be of assistance.  Email: marie.peters@milkwood.nt.edu.au

5. Jessica Ortlepp needs a room for Steiner teacher training residential in Sydney April 14 - 18 and Sept 30 - Oct 4 
Jessica Ortlepp joins the Sydney Rudolf Steiner College from the Sunshine Coast where she balances full-time work and does part-time study. Jessica is undertaking our distance teacher training course and is in her second year of a Bachelor of Education (Primary) at Curtin University. Jessica enjoys the great outdoors (walks on the beach, hikes in the hinterland and scuba diving), meditation, time with family and friends, and travelling. Jessica is in her late 30s and is comfortable with pets. She can house sit and is responsible. She needs a place to stay whilst studying to become a Steiner teacher that’s close to the Castlecrag campus from April 14-18th and Sept 30th-Oct 4th. Please email Jessica on j_ortlepp@hotmail.com, if you can help.

6. Honest to Goodness buying group.
Would you like to buy your organic pantry foods at wholesale prices? Our buying group is open to new members. Orders placed once a month.  Small or large quantities can be ordered.  ‘Splits’ of bulk items give terrific value.  Pick up in Neutral Bay.  Pricing is at wholesale price + 10% for administration.
If you are interested, please contact Sabine Simmonds 0421 216971 or email sabinejsimmonds@gmail.com

7. Market Stall Position Available: North Sydney Produce Markets. Sam Pincott is part of a farming group focused on rebuilding soil and biodiversity in the Riverina and is a friend of former Glenaeon parent, Rebecca Gorman. He has been asked to supply eggs to the Northside Produce Market in North Sydney and needs to find someone to run the stall. The market runs every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month come rain hail or shine. The hours would be from 7am to 12.30pm. The person would be well briefed on who we are and what we do so that customers can be well educated on our product. We are looking for someone who has a bright and welcoming personality providing that all-important customer service. They would also be responsible for handling cash and banking it for us each week.

To contact Sam:   E: pincott@activ8.net.au   M: 0438529900  https://holbrookpaddockeggs.com.au/

8. Student Alexandre Gauffre seeks 1 month Australian homestay - offering French lessons, babysitting, home duties.
Hello !I am Alexandre Gauffre and I’m 20 years. In French, my surname means waffle, so my friends call me ‘The Waffle’. I was born and raised in Toulouse & I presently live with a friend studying engineering at ICAM. I have one older brother of 24 years. The sport has always been important for me: I have done basket and rugby for 6 years and now play football for my engineering school. As part of my studies, overseas travel is encouraged. This summer I want to travel Australia & New Zealand to increase my English level and discover these countries & culture. I would like to spend 1 month with a family in June (possibly July). In return I am happy to help in the home with babysitting, French lessons or house duties. You can contact me by email for any questions or for other possible arrangements. Many thanks, Alexandre, alexandregauffre@gmail.com

9. Billet/homestay wanted for 16 year old Japanese boy Goma for 2 weeks April 15 - 28 
Goma's mother was once a homestay student with a lovely ex-Glenaeon teacher who no longer lives in Sydney. Goma is a 16 y/o boarding student in Bathurst and is coming to Sydney April 15 - 28  for 13 days of language school in Chatswood. He speaks English very well and would like a Glenaeon school family to host him for the 2 weeks. On non-holiday days (Easter and Anzac day and weekends), he will need to travel to Chatswood for his intensive English language course. In the evenings Goma will study for his exam, which is on 28th April. This is a wonderful opportunity for a family to build international relationships and help Goma improve his English. Goma’s parents will pay $50 per night to the host family who can take him in for this time. Breakfast and dinner would need to be provided to Goma each day and some arrangement for lunch when he is at the course and when he is with the family on non-course days. If you and your family are interested  in helping Goma or if you know of another family please pass on Gill’s details to Gill William Smith by emailing  gillpaulhope@bigpond.com

10.  Byron Bay Easter Accommodation:Affordable 4 bedroom cottage in Tyagarah (myocum side) on a rural property. 10 minutes from Byron Bay and close to the Blues festival!  Inquiries Yvonne (Steiner school Mullum) 0439 681 217 

1. Marian Street Threatre - see attached image.
2. Glenaeon Vacation Care see http://www.glenaeonoosh.com.au/ 
3. Akimbo Circus - Looking for a unique way to engage creative kids these school holidays? Vacation care has never been this much fun! Pick and choose your workshops here for three action packed days of circus fun. See https://circusakimbo.com.au/store/circus-camp/
4. Wildbird Learning - Weaving Nature for children www.wildbirdlearning.com.au
5. Wildbird Learning - Eco-Dyeing for childrenwww.wildbirdlearning.com.au

Little Stars of Hope Playgroup, Mondays in school term, 9.30 - 11.30am

($20 per morning, enquiries: Maryanne, 0478 940 937)

Youth Group for 14 - 20 year olds, 6 - 9pm

What’s On: Mar - April 19

Sun 7 April Passiontide in our Biographies (with Lisa) 11.30 - 1pm

Thu 18 April Maundy Thursday footwashing, supper and Holy Week reading, 6pm

Sat 20 April The Harrowing (with Lisa), 11.30 - 1pm

Sun 21 April Easter Festival, 11.30 - 1pm

All welcome​. Sydney chapel: 27b Lewellyn St, Balmain. Priest: Rev. Lisa Devine.

Enquiries: 0401 367 808 (please text) or lisa.devine@bigpond.com

For schedule of services and more info: www.thechristiancommunity.net

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To order lunches in Classes 3-6, please send your child’s order in a paper bag.
Please include the money for the item in the paper bag: it will help the canteen to have the exact amount in the bag, but it does not have to be exact, as the change will be sent back with the lunch. Children then need to place their lunch order in the basket outside their classroom.
There are half sizes available for Classes 3 to 6, equivalent to a quarter baguette.
Orders from Classes 3 to 6 will be sent down to the canteen in the morning, with the orders returned to the class at lunchtime, thus enabling these classes to maintain their important practice of sitting and sharing their meal together. (Class 3-6 will not be ordering morning tea or drinks from the canteen).

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As part of the Glenaeon learning community Glenaeon Studios seeks to provide opportunities for you to explore and develop your skills in a variety of artistic and practical, hands on workshops.  These may include ceramics, eco printing, indigo dyeing, basket making, painting, collage, felting, knitting and crochet.  Participant numbers are kept to a minimum to engender a more meaningful experience for everyone. Click below for the Program and more information on the wonderful classes and courses available. Our next workshop is Zimmi Forest's 'Woven Lampshades'.

The workshops may be one evening, day-long or over two days, and are generally held in the beautiful grounds of Glenaeon School’s Middle Cove campus.  Depending on the type of course and school timetable, the textile rooms or other school facilities may be used, as well as other venues outside the school grounds.  The workshops are generally for adults, parents, teachers and friends of the Glenaeon community. All are welcome.  In the future some workshops may be tailored to suit children.

Program 2019

• Woven Lampshades with Zimmi Forest  -  Sunday 31 March

• Macrame Hanging with Maggie May - Sunday 19 May

• Shibori Dyeing with Elizabeth Ellean - Thursday 6 June (evening) 

• Chain Jewellery Design with Keith Lo Bue - Saturday & Sunday 15-16 June

• Repurposing Preloved Garments with Aujke Boonstra - Saturday & Sunday 27-28 July

• Basketry Coiling with Elizabeth Ellean - Sunday 11 August

• Eco Dyeing with Elizabeth Ellean - Thursday 14 November (evening)

• Christmas Wreaths with Melanie Harper - Sunday 1 December

Choosing to purchase from the 2nd hand uniform shop has many positive spin offs. Clothing your students for less $$ out of pocket, being ecologically minded ... reduce, re-use, re-cycle, and the money you spend is going to good use. Proceeds are split 50 / 50 between the schools operating budget and supporting The MacFarlane School in Katherine, NT’s Scholarship fund. Each year, Year 11 students travel to work for a week at the end of Term 2. The trip is described by all as very rewarding, and we are extremely lucky to have this experience and to foster such a meaningful relationship between our schools. The scholarship fund is a great way to thank MacFarlane for their generosity each year.

Each year, Year 11 students travel to work for a week at the end of Term 2. The trip is described by all as very rewarding, and we are extremely lucky to have this experience and to foster such a meaningful relationship between our schools. The scholarship fund is a great way to thank MacFarlane for their generosity each year.

A 'World Cafe' meeting consists of several groups that rotate sequentially and discuss different ideas, thus collecting a wide variety of contributions and points of view. It is a collaborative way to 'chat', comment and contribute towards the culture and issues of Glenaeon into the future. Any questions or issues can be brought to the meeting, as well es email in advance to gpa@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au if you would like the GPA and school to be able to give a more considered response at the meeting; otherwise questions will be discussed and followed up after the meeting with the school or relevant places as needed. All parents are welcome - a warm invitation is extended to join in or just come to listen. All class parents also attend, with GPA members, Andrew Hill, Council and Foundation members. The minutes from the first GPA meeting of the year are available here.

In this class you will be guided and inspired to create a woven lampshade using foraged materials used in traditional basketry. Some materials will be supplied, however, you can bring a lampshade frame of your own (or order through Elizabeth Ellean at Glenaeon Studios when making your booking). 
The techniques learned here may be adapted to use for other sculptural basketry. Bookings Essential: please contact glenaeonstudios@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au

As part of the Glenaeon learning community Glenaeon Studios seeks to provide opportunities for you to explore and develop your skills in a variety of artistic and practical, hands on workshops.  These may include ceramics, eco printing, indigo dyeing, basket making, painting, collage, felting, knitting and crochet.  Participant numbers are kept to a minimum to engender a more meaningful experience for everyone. Click below for the Program and more information on the wonderful classes and courses available. Our next workshop is Zimmi Forest's 'Woven Lampshades'.

The workshops may be one evening, day-long or over two days, and are generally held in the beautiful grounds of Glenaeon School’s Middle Cove campus.  Depending on the type of course and school timetable, the textile rooms or other school facilities may be used, as well as other venues outside the school grounds.  The workshops are generally for adults, parents, teachers and friends of the Glenaeon community. All are welcome.  In the future some workshops may be tailored to suit children.

Program 2019

• Woven Lampshades with Zimmi Forest  -  Sunday 31 March

• Macrame Hanging with Maggie May - Sunday 19 May

• Shibori Dyeing with Elizabeth Ellean - Thursday 6 June (evening) 

• Chain Jewellery Design with Keith Lo Bue - Saturday & Sunday 15-16 June

• Repurposing Preloved Garments with Aujke Boonstra - Saturday & Sunday 27-28 July

• Basketry Coiling with Elizabeth Ellean - Sunday 11 August

• Eco Dyeing with Elizabeth Ellean - Thursday 14 November (evening)

• Christmas Wreaths with Melanie Harper - Sunday 1 December

If you would like to contact Sydney Rudolf Steiner College about any of our courses or other information:
Address: 307 Sussex Street Sydney
Phone: +61 2 9261 4001
Email: admin@sydneyrudolfsteinercollege.com

These days we all live with an element of trauma. Media, both mainstream and social, seem to bring us images and reports of random, fearful events on a daily basis. Schools have a vital role in this new world of low level, but almost constant trauma. The curriculum we teach our children portrays the world as we see it, and what we teach, and how we teach it, will do much to alleviate, or activate, this trauma. As always, age appropriateness should be the rule. The curriculum we teach to our younger children needs to promote a positive, inspiring worldview that gives hope and confidence for the future. All embracing goodness in the Kindergarten, and enriching stories of the imagination in Primary school can do so much to lay a foundation of confidence in the future and a joy in living.

In high school it’s so different. Here it’s important to be intellectually awake to the dangers, to debate the negatives, to critique the current systems and empower young people to suggest solutions. Confidence in the future is based on confidence that an active citizen can do something positive. But the best nourishment for building that confidence in all growing children is an overarching sense of meaningfulness in the world. In our contemporary society, schools have almost taken over the role that was formerly held by the church and community, of providing this sense of meaning and direction. All schools should have this as their core focus in educating young people today, to be places of meaning and hope for a positive future.

Ours in particular, our Steiner curriculum at Glenaeon, strives to bring hope in many ways, through the great stories that have nourished humanity through the millennia, the images of inspiring men and women whose lives have given hope to others. 
This is what schools can be in a troubled world, communities of hope, providing a promise of a better world.

GPA AGM and World Café
Due to a clash with another school event, the AGM of the Glenaeon Parents Association has been postponed until Term 2. We look forward to hosting a World Café session to explore some key questions for our community. Come along and be part of the conversation at 7.30 pm Wednesday evening May 15th (week 3).

Warm wishes,
Andrew Hill
Head of School