6th May Courier
06 May 2008
Ascension & Whitsun 2008
This year there was an extra debating point concerning the Easter festival. Easter Sunday was very early (March 23rd).
For the record the official definition of Western Easter is that it takes place on:
The first Sunday after the first full moon on or after the vernal equinox. In other words Easter Sunday can arise between March 22nd and April 25th. Defining when Easter arises also thereby defines the dates of Ascension and Whitson.
On Ascension Day, 40 days after Easter Sunday, the Risen Christ ‘ascended’ into the clouds and became inaccessible to the Disciples for the next ten days. During this period the Disciples experienced a certain sadness but they also reflected upon the teachings they had received.
Ten days after Ascension Thursday is Whitsun, which is sometimes also referred to as Pentecost. The ‘word’ Pentecost is derived from an ancient Greek word meaning ‘fiftieth’ (50 days after Easter).
On the day of Whitsun each Disciple received the ‘fire’ of the Holy Spirit at the same time. This event then enabled the Disciples to go out and teach the message of Christ to all peoples, transcending the divisions of religion, language and semantics. We should remember at Whitsun that each human being has a divine spark of ‘fire’ within.
Jeremy Griffiths
Whitsun –
"White Sunday" - will be celebrated in school with the children on Monday 12th May. Please could the children wear white tops for this festival.
The Return of Odysseus
Performed by Class 5/6 in the school hall on Thursday May 8th at 2 o’clock
All are welcome. The play lasts for approximately 40 minutes. Odysseus has sailed reluctantly to war against the Trojans, not wanting to part from his wife, his baby son or his people. Now many years have passed and his cunning has brought the Greeks victory. He sets sail for home and, despite Athena’s aid, his journey takes him ten long years. He has to face one great challenge after another.
He is feared dead but there is still hope, particularly in the heart of his wife Penelope. She sits and weeps, and weaves a shroud for the father of Odysseus who is near to death. Only when this is finished will she consider taking the hand of one of the many persistent suitors who inflict themselves upon her. She is determined to keep weaving for as long as possible.
Can the good nature of her family and loyal friends win out against the determination and greed of the suitors?
Come along and find out on Thursday.
Mary and class 5/6
Please come to the
Parents Teachers and Friends School Development Meeting
Tuesday 3rd June 8pm
A chance for you to have your say and to contribute your ideas. What are the school’s main strengths and weaknesses? What do we, as a school community, need to do to make the most of our strengths and remedy our weaknesses? What can we do to raise money, increase involvement and improve communication? The plan is to split into groups for discussion and then to reconvene to feed back to the whole meeting. We would like every school family to be represented. Please send apologies via Michael if you are unable to attend
The Teachers and the Coordinators
Timing of Meetings
The Coordinators had intended to carry out a survey of parents to investigate alternative days and times for the above meeting but, as a result of other commitments in the final half term, it has become impractical to consider moving from the traditional Tuesday slot on this occasion.
Michael
Holiday Cottage in North Devon
We are offering our home as a holiday let this summer between Sat 26th July and Sun 24th August.
It is situated on the outskirts of a hamlet 3 miles from Bideford and will sleep 5 comfortably in two double and one single bedroom.
The semi-detached cottage is fully equipped and has a separate living room. Additionally there are wood burners (although you shouldn't need them during the Devon summer!) and a generous garden with seating area and a campfire/fire pit. The garden backs onto a small bit of woodland belonging to the local farmer. The house is conveniently situated just off the Atlantic Highway (A39) and within easy reach of local attractions such as the Tarka Trail, Clovelly, Dartmoor, Exmoor and Cornwall. There is a safe, sandy beach 4 miles away which is ideal for surfing, kite surfing or simply enjoying!
Offers between £400-£450 per week
£700-£800 for two weeks
Please contact Soleira in Sherwood on Ext. 320 as first point of contact.
HOLIDAY COTTAGE
Staithes, North Yorkshire Coast, near Whitby
3 bedrooms, sleeps 4+, sea views, coal fire, small and cosy. Old fishing village with shops, cafes, pubs, gallery, crafts. £280 per week peak season, available for short breaks £40 or £45 per night throughout the year. Telephone for colour brochure 0115 9392353
Guitar Tuition
Richard Grainger has 3 slots available for guitar students.
Beginners onwards.
Email: richard-grainger –at- tiscali.co.uk or Tel: 01287 660060
Full size cello for sale
We would like to sell our cello (Chinese make, 9 years old, £600) If you are interested please contact Doris Potter at Trefoil, Tel. 661 340. It is in good condition but in need of a musician. Doris
June 2008 Rota Letter Inserting
Half term: 26- 30 May
Blitz Clean: 31st May Class 3 /4: Julie Easley
Coordinators’ Meeting: 2nd June Botton Farm
Craft Group: Thursdays 8.45 Botton Farm
Eurythmy Classes: Thursdays 8.45 School Hall
Anthroposophical group: May 9th, June 6th
Eskdale Trust Council: Tuesdays at 20.00:
20 May (AGM,) 17 June.
Parents' Meetings
Tuesdays at 20.00:
29 Apr Class5/6
13 May Class 7/8
Next Copy date: 15th May 2008
Please send handwritten articles to Marie-Reine Adams or to the school, and you can also email articles from the website or from the address at the top of the courier. Lee and Marie-
Reine
This year there was an extra debating point concerning the Easter festival. Easter Sunday was very early (March 23rd).
For the record the official definition of Western Easter is that it takes place on:
The first Sunday after the first full moon on or after the vernal equinox. In other words Easter Sunday can arise between March 22nd and April 25th. Defining when Easter arises also thereby defines the dates of Ascension and Whitson.
On Ascension Day, 40 days after Easter Sunday, the Risen Christ ‘ascended’ into the clouds and became inaccessible to the Disciples for the next ten days. During this period the Disciples experienced a certain sadness but they also reflected upon the teachings they had received.
Ten days after Ascension Thursday is Whitsun, which is sometimes also referred to as Pentecost. The ‘word’ Pentecost is derived from an ancient Greek word meaning ‘fiftieth’ (50 days after Easter).
On the day of Whitsun each Disciple received the ‘fire’ of the Holy Spirit at the same time. This event then enabled the Disciples to go out and teach the message of Christ to all peoples, transcending the divisions of religion, language and semantics. We should remember at Whitsun that each human being has a divine spark of ‘fire’ within.
Jeremy Griffiths
Whitsun –
"White Sunday" - will be celebrated in school with the children on Monday 12th May. Please could the children wear white tops for this festival.
The Return of Odysseus
Performed by Class 5/6 in the school hall on Thursday May 8th at 2 o’clock
All are welcome. The play lasts for approximately 40 minutes. Odysseus has sailed reluctantly to war against the Trojans, not wanting to part from his wife, his baby son or his people. Now many years have passed and his cunning has brought the Greeks victory. He sets sail for home and, despite Athena’s aid, his journey takes him ten long years. He has to face one great challenge after another.
He is feared dead but there is still hope, particularly in the heart of his wife Penelope. She sits and weeps, and weaves a shroud for the father of Odysseus who is near to death. Only when this is finished will she consider taking the hand of one of the many persistent suitors who inflict themselves upon her. She is determined to keep weaving for as long as possible.
Can the good nature of her family and loyal friends win out against the determination and greed of the suitors?
Come along and find out on Thursday.
Mary and class 5/6
Please come to the
Parents Teachers and Friends School Development Meeting
Tuesday 3rd June 8pm
A chance for you to have your say and to contribute your ideas. What are the school’s main strengths and weaknesses? What do we, as a school community, need to do to make the most of our strengths and remedy our weaknesses? What can we do to raise money, increase involvement and improve communication? The plan is to split into groups for discussion and then to reconvene to feed back to the whole meeting. We would like every school family to be represented. Please send apologies via Michael if you are unable to attend
The Teachers and the Coordinators
Timing of Meetings
The Coordinators had intended to carry out a survey of parents to investigate alternative days and times for the above meeting but, as a result of other commitments in the final half term, it has become impractical to consider moving from the traditional Tuesday slot on this occasion.
Michael
Holiday Cottage in North Devon
We are offering our home as a holiday let this summer between Sat 26th July and Sun 24th August.
It is situated on the outskirts of a hamlet 3 miles from Bideford and will sleep 5 comfortably in two double and one single bedroom.
The semi-detached cottage is fully equipped and has a separate living room. Additionally there are wood burners (although you shouldn't need them during the Devon summer!) and a generous garden with seating area and a campfire/fire pit. The garden backs onto a small bit of woodland belonging to the local farmer. The house is conveniently situated just off the Atlantic Highway (A39) and within easy reach of local attractions such as the Tarka Trail, Clovelly, Dartmoor, Exmoor and Cornwall. There is a safe, sandy beach 4 miles away which is ideal for surfing, kite surfing or simply enjoying!
Offers between £400-£450 per week
£700-£800 for two weeks
Please contact Soleira in Sherwood on Ext. 320 as first point of contact.
HOLIDAY COTTAGE
Staithes, North Yorkshire Coast, near Whitby
3 bedrooms, sleeps 4+, sea views, coal fire, small and cosy. Old fishing village with shops, cafes, pubs, gallery, crafts. £280 per week peak season, available for short breaks £40 or £45 per night throughout the year. Telephone for colour brochure 0115 9392353
Guitar Tuition
Richard Grainger has 3 slots available for guitar students.
Beginners onwards.
Email: richard-grainger –at- tiscali.co.uk or Tel: 01287 660060
Full size cello for sale
We would like to sell our cello (Chinese make, 9 years old, £600) If you are interested please contact Doris Potter at Trefoil, Tel. 661 340. It is in good condition but in need of a musician. Doris
June 2008 Rota Letter Inserting
Half term: 26- 30 May
Blitz Clean: 31st May Class 3 /4: Julie Easley
Coordinators’ Meeting: 2nd June Botton Farm
Craft Group: Thursdays 8.45 Botton Farm
Eurythmy Classes: Thursdays 8.45 School Hall
Anthroposophical group: May 9th, June 6th
Eskdale Trust Council: Tuesdays at 20.00:
20 May (AGM,) 17 June.
Parents' Meetings
Tuesdays at 20.00:
29 Apr Class5/6
13 May Class 7/8
Next Copy date: 15th May 2008
Please send handwritten articles to Marie-Reine Adams or to the school, and you can also email articles from the website or from the address at the top of the courier. Lee and Marie-
Reine