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From the Head of School

  • How to build real confidence in children: the antidote to Snowplough and Concierge Parenting

Upcoming Glenaeon Events

  • You're invited to 2018 Year 12's 'The Grand Canyon' movie on the big screen on April 3!
  • Next Friday 5th is the Twilight Market at Castlecrag
  • Mid Winter Party - call for silent auction items and save the date - June 1
  • School musical tickets available - Pirates of Penzance

Castlecrag News

  • Michaelmas Festival
  • Baking, making, pulling weeds, delightful play and felting!
  • Come to Parent Craft - Monday and Wednesday mornings at Castlecrag

Middle Cove News

  • Jazz Cafe - a wonderful night
  • Year 8 Powerhouse Museum, Year 8 Physics and Maths, and Year 11 bird-banding

Front Desks

  • School canteen and Humming Cafe orders
  • Is this your lost property?
  • It's time to get your CIP points in for Term 2
  • Traffic Management Plan
  • We need compost ingredients!
  • Meet teacher Glennis Mowday
  • Wilderness of the week

Blackboard Beauties

  • Blackboard Beauties

School Calendar

  • What's on at Glenaeon next week
  • Glenaeon School Tours

Noticeboard

  • Grassroots Eco Store – Free Sonett Liquid Hand Soap
  • Mandarin, French and German groups after school
  • Subject tutoring available
  • Opportunities, positions available, billets & want to buy - can you help?
  • Glenaeon Vacation Care and other workshops for kids
  • Yoga Classes held at Glenaeon

Steiner Events, Groups and Workshops

  • Rudolf Steiner House
  • The Christian Community​

Sporting News

  • Archery and athletics results

Glenaeon Studios - Workshops and Classes available

  • Program 2019

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    From the Head of School

    How to build real confidence in children: the antidote to Snowplough and Concierge Parenting

    How to build real confidence in children: the antidote to Snowplough and Concierge Parenting

    There are new words to describe overprotective parents: it used to be the helicopter parent who always hovered, but now it’s the Snowplough parent who intervenes and removes all obstacles. Another term is the Concierge Parent who sits at a little desk by the door and smooths over every difficulty that may face a growing child, whether younger or a teenager. There is widespread concern that such parenting contributes to the “Snowflake” generation of young adults who can “melt” at the slightest difficulty or crumble when confronted by an obstacle.

    Recent research provides some interesting data on which family-based activities provide growing children with the most confidence to face life and its challenges. The things that the study indicated work are:

    • Travel and holidays close to home (ie international and interstate travel is least effective)
    • Team sports
    • Chores around the house
    • Part time jobs for teenagers

    What does not help build confidence are:
    • Computer gaming
    • Social media

    The evidence from this study is that any kind of unsupervised activity boosts confidence, where the young person is called on to self- manage and work out solutions within a safe and real life framework. In schools, leadership opportunities are important builders of confidence while in the family, local travel, team sports and chores provided the most significant boost. The study was released last year and provides some interesting evidence for parents and schools to consider.

    To raise confident kids, take them on holidays close to home, give them chores and encourage them to get a part-time job.

    A study of 10,000 Australian high school students found boys and girls derived equal amounts of self-confidence from the same activities, and the top three in general were travel, team sport and leadership opportunities. But doing chores around the house also boosted confidence, although the effect declined beyond six hours a week. Few of the students in the study had part-time jobs, but those that did reported greater self-confidence. While boys devoted more time to team sports and outdoor activities, they were important to the self-esteem of both genders, the study from the University of Queensland's AIBE Centre for Gender Equality in the Workplace found.

    Travel was also important, but international travel was least effective: "Local travel on holidays ... is likely to allow for children to spend more unsupervised time away from adults relative to trips either interstate or overseas," the report said. Any kind of unsupervised activity boosted confidence. Adults could play a role in framing the activities, but the benefit came from carrying out the activity without adult oversight. Parents were often focused on academic success without realising the long-term, positive impact of confidence, the report's lead author Terry Fitzsimmons said.

    "If people believe that they should be good at something, then they are more likely to be good at it," Dr Fitzsimmons said. "If you have a lack of focus on developing kids' efficacy, you are going to get poorer academic results among other things. "If you are looking at [confidence] generally, I would say get kids engaged outside the house, and with others."

    Dr Fitzsimmons also urged parents to nurture gender equality at home by giving their children the same chores, and paying them equal amounts of pocket money. "They are simple things that can be done by all of us. They don't have to be complicated." The activities with the most negative effects on confidence were computer gaming and social media. "We are seeing gender stereotypes on sitcoms and TV shows, and they are so formative," he said. "If there's nothing to contradict that in their real life, they come to believe it. It's important to say, that's not the way we do things."

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    Upcoming Glenaeon Events

    You're invited to 2018 Year 12's 'The Grand Canyon' movie on the big screen on April 3!

    You're invited to 2018 Year 12's 'The Grand Canyon' movie on the big screen on April 3!

    In 2017 a group of Year 12 students joined Scottie Williams, our Outdoor Educator for a month of rafting through the pristine waters of the Grand Canyon. This trip was a ‘once in a lifetime’ opportunity for our students to be fully immersed in nature for 30 days. Please join us for an exclusive screening of the movie that was filmed during the trip on April 3rd at the Roseville Cinema. We are hosting Drinks from 7pm and Movie at 8pm (approx. 20 minutes). This special event is open to all members of the Glenaeon community however bookings are essential. Please book your complimentary ticket by emailing  nicolec@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au 

    Next Friday 5th is the Twilight Market at Castlecrag

    Next Friday 5th is the Twilight Market at Castlecrag

    End of term is approaching, which means the Twilight Market comes to town! Come to Castlecrag campus from 3pm onward and enjoy a fun, relaxing afternoon catching up with friends. Class 1 and 2 will be hosting a BQQ and cake stall and there will be various market and school stalls to browse. Friday 5th April from 3pm to 6pm at the Castlecrag Campus .

    Mid Winter Party - call for silent auction items and save the date - June 1

    Mid Winter Party - call for silent auction items and save the date - June 1

    Save the date- June 1 for our mid-winter celebrations at the Treehouse in North Sydney on Saturday 1 June. It’s going be a night to remember with live music and fantastic food, good company, prizes and and some amazing silent auction items up for grabs. Book your tickets now as spaces are limited. Get ready for a fantastic evening with a great bunch of people! You can book now at: https://www.trybooking.com/BBKPE.

    Calling for donations for this year’s Silent Auction!  Year 9 are looking for some big ticket items such as weekends away, restaurant vouchers, show tickets, sporting Items, activities, anything you can donate to help raise funds for our school.  Please contact Clare Gordon on clareg@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au

    School musical tickets available - Pirates of Penzance

    School musical tickets available - Pirates of Penzance

    Time to book your tickets to the long-awaited Pirates of Penzance! The matinee is booked out, but there are tickets available for 3 shows. The musical is suitable for all school-aged children with wonderful music, so come along and enjoy! 
    DATES: 7pm - Friday 5, Monday 8, Tuesday 9 April and 2pm - Sunday 7 April 
    Tickets are now available at https://www.trybooking.com/479514   Shows sell out so buy your tickets now!

    Castlecrag News

    Michaelmas Festival

    Michaelmas Festival

    All 6 primary school classes came together last Friday for the festival of Michaelmas - midway between the summer and winter solstices. It is an experiential treat as the hall is filled with voices, rounds, drama and music. The story of St. Michael and the dragon centres around an evil dragon holding the East at bay, and St. George (an earthly representation of St. Michael) tames the dragon with the Sword of Justice and Courage. It is Harvest time, as we gather our stores for winter, and the story reflects the gathering of our internal strength and light for the coming darkness of winter. Each class rehearses their own part - songs, music, poetry and drama - and they come together to perform as one. The children were engaged all week - Class 2 prepared the Feast, Class 3 rehearsed being the dragon (thank you to Brendan Strobl), Class 5 played recorder and all classes rehearsed the story and their own songs. Thank you to all teachers and Class 6 teacher Rodney Dean for working together on this event. Click below for photos.

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    Baking, making, pulling weeds, delightful play and felting!

    Baking, making, pulling weeds, delightful play and felting!

    Class 2 were busy this week preparing the feast for the Michaelmas festival, including delicious apple crumble.  Strong weeds were pulled by Class 1 using a weight, Little Kindy has a beautiful nature table and is immersed in open-ended creative play, while Class 1 made stunning wet-felted mats for their counting jewels - it was the first time for some parents to learn this skill! Click below for photos

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    Come to Parent Craft - Monday and Wednesday mornings at Castlecrag

    Come to Parent Craft - Monday and Wednesday mornings at Castlecrag

    'Star Babies' were being made this week for the school fair.

    We have been making these beautiful Star Babies for the school fair. Monday April 1 join into make Easter projects - pom poms and sewing. Wednesday April 3 we are also making bean bags and streamer throwers - a nice easy one for the end of term! Parent Craft runs from 9am until 12pm in the Castlecrag hall kitchen room. Stay for a short time or until you need to go. Small children are welcome - there are toys and an enclosed play/sandpit area and often a few little friends to make. All welcome, bring your unfinished craft projects, questions and enjoy some crafty company and a cup of tea. 

    Middle Cove News

    Jazz Cafe - a wonderful night

    Jazz Cafe - a wonderful night

    The first Jazz Cafe was a wonderful night of jazz and good company, and the hall was full of atmosphere as the tunes of the school jazz bands played - the 5/6 Jazz Ensemble, 7/8 Jazz Ensemble, the Glenaeon Jazz Combo and the Glenaeon Big Band. Thanks to ensemble directors Philip Arnold and Adriaan Mees, Bryn Arnold, students and their families, parent organisers (especially Samantha Graham), Liz Neveive and Dani Finch for making the night possible and assisting in managing the first ever cafe night - may there be many more. Click below to see some photos.

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    Year 8 Powerhouse Museum, Year 8 Physics and Maths, and Year 11 bird-banding

    Year 8 Powerhouse Museum, Year 8 Physics and Maths, and Year 11 bird-banding

    Brendan Strobl took Year 8 to the Powerhouse museum for their Industrial Revolution exhibition, learning about steam engines (and having fun!). Year 8 is also learning about the physics of air and water, and Stanley Tang took some Year 11's out very early for bird research. Click to continue 

    With science teacher Dr. Hernan Carol-Garis, Year 8 are learning that, as the water level lowers in the white pipe (pictured below), the distance measured in the water flow reduces. They are also exploring this topic in the lab with the coloured test tubes.

    Stanley Tang took 4 of his Year 11 Biology students (Vini, Finn, Tim and Matt) along with Finn’s father Bill out to Scheyville National Park in western Sydney to observe and participate in a long-term bird banding project. They had to get up at 4:30 in the morning and help him set-up the nets in the dark - true dedication for being field biologists and real learning experience out in the field working with ornithologists. They managed to catch around 50 birds in total, including one Spotted Pardalote (pictured), two Silvereyes, one angry White-winged Chough, one New Holland’s Honeyeater, many Red-browed Finches and Eastern Spinebill as well as numerous Yellow-faced Honeyeaters. Students had a fantastic time! 

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    Front Desks

    School canteen and Humming Cafe orders

    School canteen and Humming Cafe orders

    The school canteen operates at the Middle Cove campusfor Years 3-12. You can also find the menus on the School Stream app. To sign up to volunteer for a shift at the canteen, open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, go to https://signup.zone/glenaeon-canteen, and pick a shift that works for you. Hours are 9am-1pm and your child eats free on the day you are working! It’s fun and interesting to talk, cook and enjoy the bush setting we are surrounded by, come check it out! Warm regards, Sharon & Lorna. Click below to see this week's menu and how to order lunches for C3-6. 

    Humming Cafe provides delicious lunch on Mondays and Tuesdays for the Middle Cove campus. You can order daily using forms and a bag, put into the basket at reception before 9am. If you would like them to deliver a regular lunch on Mon/Tue, you can simply drop into the Humming Cafe and 'pre-book and pay' for a whole term's regular order (or however many weeks are left). It must be the same each week, and can be changed each term. There is no need then to fill in the order form and give to reception each week once this is done. This is the only way Class 3 are allowed to order from Humming Cafe this term. lunches are delivered at 12.50pm. Order forms are available at reception, on the School Stream app or behind the parent portal on the school website.
    Shop 4, 217 Eastern Valley Way, Middle Cove 2068 (02) 8959 4641. 

    SCHOOL CANTEEN ORDERS _ CLASS 3 - 6. 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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    Is this your lost property?

    Is this your lost property?

    This week's lost property include - A yellow German main lesson book, a water bottle featuring a woodland scene, a 'Fox A' paint set palette, a white hoodie, black top, grey top and still from last week we have a brown backpack, rainbow top, flowered cap, silver gumboots, beige scarf, blue vest, black hoodie, pen in case and 3 more drink bottles. Please call or email Middle Cove reception and we can pass the item along to your child if anything belongs to you. Thank you for helping us reduce waste. 9417 3193  reception@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au

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    It's time to get your CIP points in for Term 2

    It's time to get your CIP points in for Term 2

    Dear Parents,
    It’s time to start submitting your term 2 CIPs now! Read below for information on how to submit. You can start submitting any time from now until Wednesday 26th June. No submissions will be accepted after this cut-off date. Each family is billed $140 per term for the Community Involvement Program. When voluntary work is done and registered, it can be credited back to your account at the rate of $17.50 per hour (in other words 8 hours per term will entitle you to the full $140 credit). It is now time to start claiming your CIP credits for term 2.  As there are many families at Glenaeon it takes some time to process the credits for everybody so we ask that you submit your term 2 CIP hours by Wednesday 26th June in order to have them credited back to you.

    The CIP form is available online so it’s very simple to do! Simply go to the Glenaeon web-site, click on the ‘Community’ tab at the top, then click on ‘Community Involvement Program’. There is a link which appears at the bottom of the page ‘complete CIP form’. Alternatively click on this link to take you directly there:  http://www.glenaeon.nsw.edu.au/community/community-involvement-program

    You can complete the form on-line and hit ‘submit’. Or if you prefer there is also a link to a paper form (pdf) at the bottom of the page which you can simply print, fill out manually and hand in at reception. The paper forms are also available in the CIP folder held at reception.

    Note, you must submit your CIP hours worked regardless of which committee/event/role you participate in or hold. Please refer page 34 of the Parent Handbook for more details (including what tasks are eligible for CIP credit). Note that credits are not carried over from one year to the next.

    Traffic Management Plan

    Traffic Management Plan

     Parking rules - ordinary school days

    Glenaeon is located in a residential neighbourhood with very narrow streets. Because of this restriction, the School asks that parents and guardians park and or drop-off their children in specific areas to keep the traffic flowing, children safe and our neighbours happy!

    1.   No one is to park or drop-off in Greenfield or Victoria Avenues , not even to kiss-and-ride
    2.Parents of Class 3 and 4 students may drop off and collect in Glenroy Avenue, but must ensure they park legally and do not impede driveways .
    3.   No one is to park or stop in the No Stopping areas at any time. 
    4.   No one is to turn into the school driveway, or any other driveway, to drop off or to attempt a three point turn. Please turn in the cul-de-sac . Continued below

    5. Parents Years 5-6 are not to drop off or collect students in Glenroy or Greenfield Avenues .
    6. Parents Years 5-6 are requested to drop off students elsewhere such as Tyneside Ave or Megalong Ave - see map for details.
    7. Students can walk from Tyneside Ave to the lights at Eastern Valley Way via the public footpath through Telak Close or via Megalong Ave.
    8. The traffic lights at Eastern Valley Way will be supervised every morning from 7:45am to 9:30am and every afternoon from 3:00pm to 4:30pm.
    9. Do not park in Greenfield Ave or Victoria Ave , either in or opposite the bus stop or elsewhere. Although there are some legal parking spaces here, this is a dangerous area for pedestrians due to bus and car traffic. Other sections of Greenfield Ave and Victoria Ave are too narrow to park legally.
    10. Senior students may not park in Glenroy Ave or Greenfield Ave or on the school site and should park in Tyneside Ave or similar.
    11. There is no vehicular access to or from the school site between 8:30am to 9:00amand 3:15pmto 3:45pm. See driveway rules for further information.
    12. Parents dropping students to before school sport are asked to drop students off site and for them to walk on to campus.
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    https://roadsafety.transport.nsw.gov.au/stayingsafe/bicycle-riders/laws.html

    https://roadsafety.transport.nsw.gov.au/stayingsafe/pedestrians/skateboardsfootscootersandrollerblades/index.html

    Parking rules - event parking

    1. When there is an event on-site some parking will generally be provided on-site or a shuttle bus will be provided to bring attendees to the school site.
    2. There is no parking on Glenroy Avenue or Greenfield Avenue for school events, no exceptions .
    3. Parents/visitors are asked to follow the instructions of parking attendants who will either direct them to park on-site or on the shuttle route.
    4. Guests with mobility issues will always be accommodated on the campus.

    Pedestrian traffic

    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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    We need compost ingredients!

    We need compost ingredients!

    Our many compost piles on all three campuses of Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School require farm animal manures such as cow, horse, chicken, sheep and even rabbit or guinea pig! We welcome your fire ashes and raked up leaves too! Will you consider collecting and bringing in goods to help us make soil for our garden beds - aka compost? Perhaps you will pass by bags of manure along the side of the road in your travels. Perhaps you will be visiting friends who have such goodies to share. What a community effort we will compose with all your collectables. Thank you to those who already have helped gather ingredients for us and for joining our growing garden team effort. You are welcome to drive down to the garden directly to deposit any and all goodies at the Middle Cove campus and/or contact Sandra Frain on 0413271308 or Kathy Thangathurai on 0404 593 124. And if anyone can donate any paper shredders, we need 1-2 sturdy paper shredders for us to make easier use of our paper waste on campus. Thanks so much!

    Meet teacher Glennis Mowday

    Meet teacher Glennis Mowday

    Teacher Glennis Mowday

    What do you teach? I teach Ancient History (to HSC) I have taught Modern History, Society and Culture, PE and I was a kindergarten assistant for 2 years initially.

    How long have you been at Glenaeon?  I have taught here for 36 years.

    What are your interests? I love teaching Ancient History. I love having taken Glenaeon children on overseas school trips to Crete, Egypt, Greece and Vietnam. Those trips are just amazing.

    What is exciting for you this year? I am passionate about teaching Year 11 the Parzival main lesson. It is such a powerful journey. I really love teaching the 'Spirituality' main lesson where we look at many beliefs and religions with Year 11 also.

    What is one of your great memories from your time here at Glenaeon? I love that I was teaching here when 'Miss Brose' (Glenaeon founder Sylvia Brose) was growing Glenaeon. She was wonderful and I feel lucky to have been here when she was leading the school.

    What is one of your favourite places on campus? I like the maze down near the creek in the forest near the bridge to the oval. I also love the big rock on the hill behind the senior library. Click for more photos

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    Wilderness of the week

    Wilderness of the week

    This small creek travels between Class 6 and the cafe towards the basketball court. It flows under the small bridge near the music room on the edge of the basketball court at Middle Cove. It's lovely and cool and even has some maidenhair ferns around the edge. 

    Blackboard Beauties

    Blackboard Beauties

    Blackboard Beauties

    This week's chalkboard is the grand Ancient History timeline, drawn by Ancient History teacher Glennis Mowday

    School Calendar

    What's on at Glenaeon next week

    What's on at Glenaeon next week

    For a full calendar for the term go to http://www.glenaeon.nsw.edu.au/news-events/calendar

    Glenaeon Studios - Woven Lampshades with Zimmi Forest
    Sun Mar 31. 10am - 4pm.
    Castelcrag Marion Mahoney Griffin Hall 121 Edinburgh Rd.

    HSC Exam Practice Period
    Mon, 1 April, 8:30am – Fri, 5 April, 3:30pm

    2018 Year 12 'The Grand Canyon' movie
    Wed, April 3, 7pm canapes; 8pm movie screening, Roseville Cinema

    Second Hand Uniform Shop open
    Thus, April 4th 2:30 - 3:30pm, Middle Cove near the Year 6 classroom.

    Twilight Market

    Fri, 5 April 3pm-6pm Castlecrag campus 121 Edinburgh Rd

    School Musical : Pirates of Penzance
    Fri, 5 April, 7:00pm – 9:30pm - opening night
    Sun 7 April 2:00pm matinee
    Monday April 8,  7:00pm – 9:30pm
    Tuesday April 9, 7:00pm – 9:30pm
    Middle Cove Campus - Sylvia Brose Hall 

    Glenaeon School Tours

    Glenaeon School Tours

    Glenaeon School Tours & Enrolment Events

    MIDDLE COVE CAMPUS (CLASSES 3 – 12)
    Wednesday 8 May 2019 – 9:30am-11:30am

    CASTLECRAG CAMPUS (CLASSES K-2)
    Castlecrag Kindergarten Entry Tour - Saturday 18 May 2019 – 9:30am-11:30am
    Castlecrag School Tour - Tuesday 11 June 2019 – 9:30am-11:30am

    PRESCHOOL CAMPUS
    Willoughby Preschool Tour
    Thursday 23 May 2019 - 9:30am - 11:30am
    For further information or questions please contact our Registrar on 02 9932 2325 or email enrolments@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au

    Noticeboard

    Grassroots Eco Store – Free Sonett Liquid Hand Soap

    Grassroots Eco Store – Free Sonett Liquid Hand Soap

    Have you tried using Sonett products in your home yet? Now is your chance to try them and receive a complimentary Calendula liquid hand soap with every bottle of 1 litre Sonett purchased, of any type, until stocks last. A portion of every sale goes to support Glenaeon. I appreciate your visits and support and hope to see you in the store soon. To shop at any other time please call me on 0416 035 173. Please let me know if there are any products you'd like to see in the store and I'll try to source them for you. Warmly, Felicity
    Open on the Castlecrag Campus during school terms:
    Monday: open by request
    Tuesday: 8.45am—11.30am
    Wednesday: 8.45am—3.15pm
    Thursday: 8.30am—10.30am
    Friday: 2.30pm—4.00pm 
    Click below to read about Sonett and Felicity's complimentary liquid hand soap.

    For more than 40 years Sonett has consistently developed quality household cleaning and laundry products which are highly effective, ecological and economical with 100% rapid biodegradability, respecting water as the essence of life. Their corporate philosophy and quality concept is based on Anthroposophy. The raw materials used come from biodynamic and organic agriculture and they are all completely and biodegradable and non-allergenic. All Sonett products are free of enzymes, petro-chemical surfactants, fragrances, colourings, preservatives and bleach activators. Come and try the range of Sonett products and pick up your free hand soap too.

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    Mandarin, French and German groups after school

    Mandarin, French and German groups after school

    There are currently 3 language groups held after school by private groups/tutors. Mandarin and French are held on campus, and a small privately organised class in German is held in a home in Neutral Bay. Mandarin students have had a wonderful term, and had this to say about it! : 

    Sofia Year 9 : "Mandarin classes are a lot of fun! We study both the language and history of Chinese, as well as the culture (myths, traditions, celebrations..). We even get to try traditional Chinese food! We practise both speaking and writing, as well as learning about the origin of each character. 
    The teacher is very friendly and has a detailed, easy-to-follow teaching style. I highly recommend this class to everyone who is interested!" 
    Cory Year 9 :"Our classes cover a  wide range of topics that go from the history of China to the myths and legends and the ways of writing, speaking and the meaning of the Chinese characters. The teacher herself is very friendly and has a teaching method that is easy to follow. Overall, I enjoy learning Mandarin."
    Lily Year 5 : "For me, learning Mandarin is a bit challenge but fun." 

    Please CLICK below for more information on all language class times, locations, contact details and prices.

    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

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    Subject tutoring available

    Subject tutoring available

    Maths and English Tutor available:  High School up to HSC by teacher Neil Anderson (Bachelor of Education (Hons): English, Master of Education (Distinction): Mathematics, Master of Linguistics:  Literacy, Phd in Theatre (in progress) .
    Mobile  0404382192   Email: russelife03@gmail.com

    Maths Tutor available:  Hi, my name is Chiara,
    I am a year 11 student at Glenaeon and am available for maths tutoring for students up to Year 11. My rates are very reasonable and I'm flexible with tutoring times. I can supply references from my teachers if required. For further enquiries please contact me on calmdotti@gmail.com

    Opportunities, positions available, billets & want to buy - can you help?

    Opportunities, positions available, billets & want to buy - can you help?

    There are opportunities available as follows:

    1. Waldorf – Family Exchange in Berlin (Germany) October - December 2019
    2. S    eeking a mother and infant for infant observation
    3. Wanted to buy: Diatonic Soprano 35 stringed lyre
    4. Teacher Marie Peters needs a room for Steiner teacher training residential April 14 - 18 and Sept 30 - Oct 4
    5. Jessica Ortlepp needs a room for Steiner teacher training residential in Sydney April 14 - 18 and Sept 30 - Oct 4 
    6. Honest to Goodness buying group - Organic pantry goods at wholesale prices.
    7. Market Stall Position Available: North Sydney Produce Markets
    8. Alex available for 1 month homestay/work exchange in July
    9. Billet/homestay wanted for 16 year old Japanese boy Goma for 2 weeks April 15 - 18
    10. Byron Bay Easter Accommodation: Affordable 4 bedroom cottage for rent Easter holiday accommodation at Byron Bay - Steiner family cottage for rent
    Click below for further information about the above opportunities

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

    Hi, we are a family with two children, Katja (7th grade, born 2006) and Janna (3rd grade, born 2009). We would like to have a family exchange with a family for one to three months at the end of the year. By 'exchange' we mean the exchange of school places and apartments. Regarding the exact time period we are flexible and gladly accept suggestions. Our mission is to improve our English language skills and to experience a different culture.
    Our Family
    My wife Miriam (43) is a speech therapist and is finishing her studies. We want to use the interim period (until her job starts) for a stay abroad. I (47) am a freelance computer scientist.
    Our School (www.waldorfschule-am-prenzlauer-berg.de)
    Our school was founded in 2006 by an initiative of parents, because the demand for Waldorf school places in Berlin became too big. The school is one form entry, from the 1st to the 12th grade. In each class are about 28 students. The school is located in the trendy district of Prenzlauer Berg, not far from East Berlin city center (Alexanderplatz). The building is a typical school building from the 70s, which has been lovingly restored. A building for the after-school childcare was built two years ago. This year, the schoolyard will be redesigned.
    Our Apartment
    We live in a multi-family house in the district of Pankow which is very popular for families. It is situated near the outskirts of the city and yet close to the center (7.5 km, 20 minutes by public transport). You do not need a car in Berlin. You can get everywhere by bike or by public transport. The other families in the house are very helpful and on friendly terms with us. A 3 min. walk will get you to “Schlosspark” with meadows, playgrounds and a little castle. A supermarket and a shopping street are also within walking distance.
    The school can be reached by car in 20-30 minutes, by bike in 35 minutes and by public transport in 45 minutes.
    Apartment Features:
    Our apartment has a children's room, a living room, a bed-and study room, a kitchen and a bathroom.If you are interested, just call (+49 176 271 583 57) or send us an email (alex@kuzmanovski.de) if you need more information. We are pleased to meet you.

    2. Seeking a mother and infant for infant observation
    Alison O’Carroll, a mother with two children at Glenaeon, is looking to connect with a mother and her approaching newborn.  As part of her postgraduate studies, Alison needs to complete a year-long infant observation.  This involves observing a mother and her infant for one hour a week over 12 months.  If anyone is interested in sharing their amazing first year with their infant, Alison would love to hear from you and to give you some more information about the process. Home: 9922 3101  Mobile: 0438 269 578  Many thanks, Janna, Katja, Miriam & Alexandar 

    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 

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    Glenaeon Vacation Care and other workshops for kids

    Glenaeon Vacation Care and other workshops for kids

    Please share if you know of a good holiday workshop coming up - it's always fun when children can go together.

    1. Marion Street Theatre runs a creative holiday workshop for children - Click below for details.
    2. Glenaeon Vacation Care runs a full school holiday program. See http://www.glenaeonoosh.com.au/holiday-care-bookings.html
    3. Circus Akimbo in Willoughby runs holiday program
    4. Wildbird Learning - Weaving Nature for children
    5. Wildbird Learning - Eco-Dyeing for children

    Click below fore more information and links

    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

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    Yoga Classes held at Glenaeon

    Yoga Classes held at Glenaeon

    WEDNESDAY MORNING ON THE SYLVIA BROSE HALL DECK OR ANNEXE IN RAINY WEATHER (MIDDLE COVE CAMPUS):
    Come and experience what half an hour of yoga can do for you to start your day. Held on the deck of the hall, overlooking the bush, this class is restorative and rejuvenating. Children welcome to attend this class. See image below.

    SATURDAY MORNING IN THE MARION MAHONEY GRIFFIN HALL (CASTLECRAG CAMPUS)
    Ki seasonal yoga with Lisa Kavanagh; also Wednesday mornings in the Uniting Church Hall in Charles St (near Castlecrag Campus). 

    Please click to see images below of yoga classes an times.

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    Steiner Events, Groups and Workshops

    Rudolf Steiner House

    Rudolf Steiner House

    Sydney Rudolf Stiener House has ongoing talks and courses that are available, from short talks, to discussion evenings, workshops and members meetings. 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   Click below to see what the calendar looks like for the next few months, Warm regards, Anett:

    CLICK HERE

    26th - 28th April: Life encounters and relationships. This is a series of workshops offering first steps in Biography or Life Work. 
    10th - 12th May: What lives in me for anthroposophy?  This will be the AGM and mini conference for the Anthroposophical Society in Australia and it will take place in Melbourne. 
    2019: Full time eurythmy training. Pacifica, College of Eurythmy training is opening it's doors in February 2019 for a full time eurythmy training. 
    2019: The complete leader workshop. This is workshop consisting of four 3-day workshops in Melbourne on leading with wisdom, compassion and integrity. Please have a look here for more details
    2019: Early Childhood Foundation. This course is an integrated study of Steiner’s picture of child development with artistic and craft experiences based on the rhythm of the year. Please have a look here for more details.
    2019: The Art of Caring: Working with Children under Three. A course over two weekends. Please have a look here for more details.
    2019: Foundations of early childhood (distance). This course is an integrated study of Steiner’s picture of child development with artistic and craft experiences based on the rhythm of the year. Please have a look here for more details.
    2019: Foundations in Rudolf Steiner Education – Home Schooling. A new course starting in 2019. Please have a look here for more details.
    2019: Early Childhood Certificate. This course is for those who wish to become a Rudolf Steiner Early Childhood Teacher. Please have a look here for more details.
    June-July 2019: Encountering Nature and the Nature of Things - Foundation Course in Goethean Science. This is a two-week residential intensive at the Nature Institute in 2019 and 2010 for anyone wanting to understand nature in a different way. Please have a look here for more details.

    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

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    The Christian Community​

    The Christian Community​

    The Christian Community​...a movement for the renewal of the religious impulse in humanity, founded out of the spiritual scientific work of Rudolf Steiner. Please click below for information about their playgroup, youth group, services, talks and events that are coming up. 
    ‘To us it is given at no stage ever to rest. There live and there strive active human beings from life to life, as plants grow aloft from springtime to springtime. Ever raising themselves, through error upward to truth, through fetters upward to freedom, through sickness and death upward to beauty, to health and to life.’ Rudolf Steiner

    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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    Sporting News

    Archery and athletics results

    Archery and athletics results

    Class 3 student Matai Joannou competed with the Balmain Little Athletics club in the NSW state athletics championships at Homebush stadium recently in the 700m walk competition coming third and receiving a bronze medal! Well done!

    Earlier this year Grace Leong competed in the Outdoor NSW State Championships for Archery. Not only did Grace win gold in her category, she achieved a National record. Her score of 612 out of a possible 900 is the highest score by an archer of her age and category since records have been kept.  Congratulations to Grace, a fine achievement. Attached is a photo from the Annual Archery NSW presentation night recently. Grace is with the current President of Archery NSW. 

    Archery runs as a co-curricular activity at Glenaeon, run by Simon O'Connor from Sydney Archery. Classes are available from Class 4 up to Year 12, and is also available to parents on Friday afternoons 3:45 - 5:00pm, and there is often a whole day school holiday workshop also. For further information, please email Jonas on jonass@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au 

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    Glenaeon Studios - Workshops and Classes available

    Program 2019

    Program 2019

    This Sunday is your opportunity to come and enjoy the workshop with the amazing Zimmi Forest... Her basket work and natural fire weaving is just so beautiful, and you will surprise yourself how easily you can learn the skills of natural fibre weaving. The lampshade techiniques you will learn can also be used for mandalas, sculptures and dream catchers. Zimmi has been teaching basketry & exhibiting natural fibre basketry and sculpture for over 21 years. Her art practice is ‘art with nature, about nature, in nature’.  She is a forager and collector of nature’s gifts. Having had over 10 solo exhibitions, her work is represented in various regional galleries and private collections.  Her work has also been commissioned for resorts, hospitals, public galleries and institutions as well as many private commissions. See her beautiful work at : http://www.weavingnature.com/contact
    Date: Sunday 31st March , Times: 10:00am – 4:00pm  , Cost: $110 ,  Venue:    Marion Mahony Griffin Hall, Castlecrag. Click below for more information 

    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

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    This week's cover photo

    This week's cover photo

    This week's cover photo

    Year 10 are having an incursion this week - watch out - there are pirates in the hall! The Pirates of Penzance starts next week, and already looks amazing, even before they are in costume! Working with sets, vocals, dance and the wonderful group spirit that comes together in a production, they are looking forward to performing on Opening Night next Friday. Book your tickets now - There are still some nights available (the matinee has already booked out). Why not come on Friday, Monday or Tuesday?  
    DATES: 7pm - Friday 5, Monday 8, Tuesday 9 April and 2pm - Sunday 7 April 
    Tickets are now available at https://www.trybooking.com/479514 
    Shows sell out so buy your tickets now!

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