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Events Calendar

02--04-2010

Middle School Nordic Ski Race at Fryeburg - 3:30 PM

Freeport hosts: Gray/New Gloucester, NYA, Yarmouth, Greely, Merriconeag

02-05-2010

Second Annual High School Coffee House

Poetry, music & dessert lovers will be treated to student and Faculty poetry, short stories, tales in Middle English, musical contributions, and delectable pastries. Don't miss this first cultural event of the new decade.

Friday, February 5, 2010

7:00 PM

Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

02-11-2010

Middle School Nordic Ski Race at Pineland - 3:30 PM

Merriconeag hosts: Gray/New Gloucester, Cape, LR, Greely, Waynflete

02-12-2010

School Closed for Faculty Professional Day

 

02-13-2010

Middle School Nordic State Championship Race

These races are in Fryeburg. TBA on start times.

02-15-2010 -

02-19-2010

School Closed for February Break

02-23-2010

Annual "Pay it Forward" Blood Drive

The 3rd Annual MWS Blood Drive is scheduled for Tuesday, February 23rd from 1pm-6pm, in the Community Hall. Blood donors, age 16 and older can register ahead on the schedule in the Desert Road office, walk-ins are welcomed.  We encourage people to schedule a time to make the process runs smoothly and to prevent any unnecessary waiting. Volunteers are needed to help the Blood Drive be successful. Help is needed with registration, serving snacks, and escorting those who have given blood. Please see the sign up sheet in the office or email for more information.

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Community Hall

Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

02-26-2010

Mardis Gras Ball

The 8th grade is sponsoring an adults-only Mardis Gras Ball in the Community Hall with proceeds to benefit Haiti.  Come dance your socks off to live vintage and future rock and roll by Giraffe Attack  ( and maybe a few surprise guests...) There will be delicious food, beverages, and a festive scene in which to show your support and have fun too. In order to encourage Merriconeag parents with young children to attend, we are offering free childcare by a student, in your home, to the first 20 ticket buyers in need. Tickets are only $10 each, and will go on sale February 4th at 3 pm. Look for the 8th graders and reserve a sitter and some tickets!

Saturday, February 26, 2010

7:00 - 11:00 PM

Community Hall

Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

03-02-2010

Early Childhood Information Session

At these sessions our Early Childhood teachers discuss the Waldorf philosophy of early childhood development and describe a typical morning in the classroom. There is time for questions. These afternoon sessions are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

1:45 - 2:45 PM

Early Childhood Center, 60 Desert Road, Freeport

03-02-2010

Walk Through Grades 1-8

We invite parents to visit our grade school on one of the mornings set aside for our "Walk Through the Grades" tours. You will visit several classes and then join us for a question discussion period. Families new  to Waldorf education find this glimpse into our classrooms informative. These morning tours are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

8:30 - 10:30 AM

Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

03-04-2010

Recovering Childhood for 21st Century Children

A Public Talk by Joan Almon, Director, U.S. Alliance for Childhood

Huge strides have been made in understanding children's development over the past 50 years, yet there is a growing gap between our understanding of what children need for a healthy and creative childhood and the actual practices and policies that deeply affect children's lives. As a result there are growing amounts of illness in children with huge increases in prescribed drugs for psychological problems, as well as a host of problems associated with childhood obesity. Overall, there is a sense that children are being rushed through childhood and that this is creating untold stress and strain for them. There is also a sense that the tide is shifting and there is much that can be done to support a healthy and vibrant childhood for all children. Joan Almon will explore with us the positive steps as well as the obstacles.

Joan Almon is a co-founder and director of the U.S. Alliance for Childhood, an advocacy organization that works on policies and practices that support children’s creativity, health and well-being. Joan was a Waldorf preschool and kindergarten teacher in Maryland for 18 years and has consulted with schools in Mexico and South America, Africa, Asia and Europe, as well as throughout the U.S. and Canada. She also served on the Council of the Anthroposophical Society in America as its  Chair or Co-Chair for five years.

 

Thursday, March 4, 2010

7:00 PM

Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

03-10-2010 12:30 Dismissal for Parent-Teacher Conferences

03-11-2010 -

03-12-2010

School Closed for Parent-Teacher Conferences

 

03-13-2010

Big Time Vaudeville

Local performing arts legend Michael Trautman will bring his world-class variety show to Merriconeag. The Big Time Vaudeville Show is directed and hosted by Michael Trautman. Michael, who has been performing around the world for over thirty years, draws on his wide network of performing friends to put together an evening of non-stop artistic excellence and over the top fun.   This event not only brings great entertainment to Merriconeag but it is also a fundraiser for the school since we get a percentage of the box office. So tell all your friends about this wondeful show. Ticket prices are quite friendly - Adults $10, Seniors and Students $5, Families $25. Please spread the word and bring the whole family. Call 450.5342 for questions, information, and reservations.

Saturday, March 13, 2010

7:00 PM

Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

03-25-2010

Thursday Spring Parent-Toddler Session Begins

03-26-2010

Friday Spring Parent-Toddler Session Begins

03-27-2010

Tuition Assistance Fundraiser

Happy Birthday!

Come celebrate Merriconeag’s 25th birthday

at the Tuition Assistance Fundraiser (and Party!)

 

Saturday, March 27, 2010

6 PM

Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

04-02-2010

12:30 Dismissal

04-06-2010

Early Childhood Information Session

At these sessions our Early Childhood teachers discuss the Waldorf philosophy of early childhood development and describe a typical morning in the classroom. There is time for questions. These afternoon sessions are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

1:45 - 2:45 PM

Early Childhood Center, 60 Desert Road, Freeport

04-07-2010

Walk Through Grades 1-8

We invite parents to visit our grade school on one of the mornings set aside for our "Walk Through the Grades" tours. You will visit several classes and then join us for a question discussion period. Families new  to Waldorf education find this glimpse into our classrooms informative. These morning tours are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

8:30 - 10:30 AM

Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

04-19-2010 -

04-23-2010

School Closed for April Break

 

05-02-2010

Merriconeag Waldorf High School Poetry Festival

TBA

Sunday, May 2, 2010

2:00 - 5:00 PM

Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

05-04-2010

Early Childhood Information Session

At these sessions our Early Childhood teachers discuss the Waldorf philosophy of early childhood development and describe a typical morning in the classroom. There is time for questions. These afternoon sessions are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

1:45 - 2:45 PM

Early Childhood Center, 60 Desert Road, Freeport

05-08-2010

May Celebration & Medieval Fair

TBA

Saturday, May 8, 2010

Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

05-12-2010

Ensemble and Chorus Evening

TBA

05-31-2010

School Closed for Memorial Day

06-01-2010

Early Childhood Information Session

At these sessions our Early Childhood teachers discuss the Waldorf philosophy of early childhood development and describe a typical morning in the classroom. There is time for questions. These afternoon sessions are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

1:45 - 2:45 PM

Early Childhood Center, 60 Desert Road, Freeport

 

06-02-2010

Last Day of Classes for Early Childhood

06-03-2010

Grade 12 Play

TBA

Thursday, June 3, 2010

7:00 PM

Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

06-04-2010

Grade 12 Play

TBA

Friday, June 4, 2010

7:00 PM

Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport

06-11-2010

Last Day of Classes for Grades 1 - 8 and High School

06-12-2010

Grade 12 Graduation

08-05-2010

08-06-2010

Circus Smirkus presents

Wilderness Wonders: Outdoor Adventures Under the Big Top

The Circus Smirkus Big Top Tour will travel over majestic mountains and across racing rivers in a series of daring adventures in a forest of fun. Grab your backpack, set your compass and join the intrepid Smirkus Scouts in celebrating the great outdoors, inside the circus ring. Hike the wilderness alongside Trailblazing Tumblers, soar with Alpine Aerialists, and trek through the trees with Juggling Lumberjacks. You’ll explore the “FUNtier,” as Circus Smirkus celebrates the wonders of nature, with merrymaking, mirth and a touch of magic, in a fantastically fabulous four-season spectacle!  For more information and tickets after May lst or to become a fan of Smirkus on Facebook, visit smirkus.org.

Thursday, August 5, 2010                                                          

Friday, August 6, 2010

1:00 PM & 6:00 PM

Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport