Branksome Hall - Slogan Yearbook (Toronto, Ontario Canada)

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New Buildings

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THE BRANKSOME SLOGAN 19 In us all is that little trait which occasionally makes for forget- fulness of the consequences of the act while we are committing it. Sometimes we are prone to think that we can shirk doing our duty with impuity, but that is a fallacy. None of us would deliberately set about to disfigure or mar any part of the visible school property. We are too proud of it ; we care too much about having its appearance one of the very best. I wonder if we ever stop to realize that the acts committed against the invisible school may have more far-reaching results and will last much longer than any physical defacement which we may attach to our school. As truly as a man is judged by the company he keeps so is a school judged by the reputation and actions of its scholars. Our Principal, our Stafif, our Seniors and Prefects strive in every way to insure the continuance of the fine reputation which Branksome now enjoys. Let us all do our best in every way for the school which we love, for the school which we can never forget, for the school whose memories we will cherish always — Branksome Hall. DOROTHY HENRY.

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THE BRANKSOME SLOGAN 21 THE OPENING OF THE NEW GYMNASIUM The formal opening of the new buildings, comprising the gym- nasium, school-rooms and dining-room, which took place on the even- ing of Friday, November 14th, was the occasion of a pleasant re- union of past and present pupils, teachers, parents and friends of the School. The guests, to the number of about 500, were received in the new gymnasium by Miss Read, assisted by Miss Grant and Miss Auld. The event was one, long to be remembered, as marking- an im- portant milestone in the history and program of Branksome. The spirit of loyalty and affection for the School, manifested by the presence of so many of the Alumnae, was most evident, and Miss Read received warm congratulations upon the successful completion of the beautiful new buildings, which have added so materially to the comfort and equipment of the School. In the early part of the evening, an opportunity was given for the guests, attended by the house-girls, to visit various parts of the main building, all of which was open for inspection. But it was in the new Gymnasium, specially decorated for the occasion, that the chief interest of the entertainment centred. Here seats had been arranged at the sides, leaving space in the middle of the hall for moving about, the music of an orchestra adding much to the enjoyment of the company. At the North end of the hall, the stage was set for the much- anticipated feature of the evening — the presentation by a group of present and former members of the History of Art Classes, of a series of Tableau Vivants, representing a number of well-known pic- torial works from the old masters. The large gilt frame, in which the pictures were arranged, was placed at the back of the platform, contrasting admirably with the rich blue of the stage hangings and producing a charming color effect, which was much enhanced by the new system of stage Hghting. In all, eighteen pictures were presented. Those taking part ac- quitted themselves with credit, calling forth many expressions of appreciation for the beauty and success of the production. At the close of the programme, supper was served in the new dining-room, concluding one of the happiest occasions in the history of the School. Programme I. Portrait of Madame Le Brun and Her Daughter (Le Brun) Lesley Sykes, ' 15 Eleanor Sykes, ' 22 II. The Blue Boy (Gainsborough) - - Dorothy Henry III. The Morning Walk (Gainsborough) - Marv Rowell, ' 18 Isobel Watt, ' 20 IV. Portrait of Lady Hamilton (Romney) - Dorothy Harding, ' 23