Branksome Hall - Slogan Yearbook (Toronto, Ontario Canada)

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Year Book, 1970 Page 25

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1 A MESSAGE FROM THE ALUMNAE Congratulations and all the best wishes to the graduates of today and the ' Old Girls of tomorrow. This may come as a bit of a shock to you but eventually you will realize that to be a Branksome Alum is something rather special. The magic word Branksome will hold many happy memories in the years to come, whether you be close by or far away. Last fall, the Alumnae held its bi-annual Bazaar, and it was a huge success in all ways. We have been able to donate $1000. to school bursaries, provide Junior School stage curtains and blackout drapes, an intricate science scale and other equipment for the new building. We are now preparing for the October Dinner Dance which is held for Parents, Alumnae and Friends of the School . These activities, along with the Annual Dinner and our two yearly newsletters create a loyal and enthusiastic Alumnae. The Alumnae Newsletter will keep you up-to-date on school and alumnae yearly events. News from the Grads of ' 70 will be happily included but please be sure to let us know when you move, OR, change your name. Such information should be directed to the Alumnae Registrar, in care of the school. As you have found out during your time at Branksome, the only way you can really partake of the School Spirit , is through active participation. We need your spirit and suggestions in order to make the Alumnae meaningful to you. Even though you are now starting out on another phase of your life, don ' t forget to continue doing your thing for Branksome. Katherine A. Staples President NO TWO-HEADED MONSTERS IN RED, PLEASE. Branksome turns out her best for this bright day each October: clan banners, chieftains, sashes, silk ribbons, prefects ' kilts. An impressive and colourful ceremony, it starts with The Queen. Miss Sime officiates; Miss Claxton points out the significance of red, green, black and white— truth, h onesty, justice and purity— cornerstones of Branksome. Chieftains stand proudly (as all Chieftains do), sub-prefects and prefects mount the steps. All receive praise and responsibilities. Mrs. Egmont Frankel stressing future duties reiterates Miss Claxton ' s don ' t take yourselves too seriously. Gartha accepts school flag (others seem to get lost in the shuffle, but no matter!) School prayer and song give old girls in the balcony a chance to express their fervent spirit. O Canada, (en francais aussi) and then everyone out f( r pictures for The Slogan. A ceremony purely for tradition? Tradition yes, But isn ' t there more? Red bands, tartan sashes, and scarlet kilts mean something. What do they mean to you? Lesley Bradford, 13E The Branksome Slogan

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BUCCLEUCH HOUSE REPORT Up! Up! is the 7:00 cry of Monday morning. Busy Miss Harle and Mrs. Vagg are once again beginning the morn ' s dreary duties. But still we lie in bed thinking of the past, present and future. Recollecting the past seems to bring a smile to everybody. We remember the Hallowe ' en dance, The Royal Winter Fair ' s horse show, the Ice Capades, and the bazaar where those great novels sold for a dime. All lifted our thoughts of exams, and school. The great fun of the Christmas party with Santa (Cathy Gartha), Sheila Scott, Miss Sime and staff as our guests, has taken part, as well, in making 1969-1970 a memorable year. Despite the occasional peaceful study, the restricted phone, and piano practice, we give our many thanks to Miss Harle and Mrs. Vagg, both great housemothers. Good luck Buccleuch girls and remember. . . Up! Up! and On! Cathy Gibson BRANKSOME HALL TOWERS, SCOTLAND MAIN HOUSE REPORT Main House started the year with a bang! The first night at 11:00, the door-bell got stuck and we were thrown out of bed by the cry It ' s a fire alarm! Most of us were new girls but what we lacked in experience, we made up in enthusiasm. Remember the Boarder ' s Swim Meet? Well, if you overlook the fact that we came 2nd last in points, we did fantastically well! Whenever we slightly lagged in enthusiasm, our encouraging housemothers came to the rescue with kind words and helpful advice. However, when it came to sports, we needed no encouragement. One sixth of our girls are on basketball teams. We all really enjoyed the House Christmas party, especially with the staff there, joining in the fun. When will be the next time that we see Miss Sime sitting crosslegged on the floor, playing Hot Potato ? Those and other incidents, such as the time the hot water in the bath wouldn ' t turn off, have made this a really good year. Alison and Barb Page 26 The Branksome Slogan