Evelyn's first day! A very rainy day, but we donned rain gear and made our way to school early as suggested. I was happy that even following a bus, we made it in about 15 minutes.
In Waldorf schools they like to celebrate events and have many special ceremonies throughout the year. This morning's Rose Ceremony -almost a full-blown tear jerker! The class and parents met ahead of time with time to settle in and for the first graders to be paired with their senior buddies. Parents left and assembled in the gym along with the rest of the school. There was a welcome of new students, each teacher sharing a bit of their class for the year, then the time came...A young girl played violin, the seniors stood in a line in front, the 1st graders were seated in the front row. The teacher read a name, the senior buddy met them, gave them a rose, offered their hand as they walked over the 'rainbow bridge' upon which their teacher greeted them and welcomed them. Evelyn did things on cue and well. Kevin and I kept it together for that part. However, as the class left, the remaining classes through seniors sang in harmony, a song in Latin in rounds. It was lovely as we were escorted in an organized fashion from the gym. Tears filled our eyes and again, a sign that perhaps this is where we should be for this time of life.
Christian and I took Kevin to the dental school returning for a tea held in his preschool classroom. We had the chance to play, meet his classmates and parents mingled. It was a very nice way to spend more time getting to know the school and the people who choose Waldorf education for their children. I feel so welcomed by everyone at the school and see the strong sense of community here. My heart is happy!
The day ended early-- only a half day for this first day, complete with popsicles (organic frozen fruit bars) in the gym. Christian charmed his way to get seconds for he and Evelyn. :)
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