Elmwood School - Samara Yearbook (Ottawa, Ontario Canada)

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Boarders Notes When we returned in September, we were all glad to see Marg. Watson as Head Boarder. She has done an excellent job during the past school year. Under the kind supervision of Mrs. Rapley, our House Mistress until February, we had a very happy autumn term. Mrs. Rapley became ill and was forced to leave us; Miss Robinson combined the duties of Nurse and House Mistress. Christmas is always a very happy time for the boarders. The Christmas Tree Party and Candle-Light Service were a great climax to a long term and started the holidays off just right. Each Sunday afternoon, Mrs. Blyth ' s home was open to the boarders and their friends, and many took this opportunity to relax and enjoy special treats. Thank you Mrs. Blyth for all your trouble and consid- eration! Again we must thank Mrs. Blyth for all the unexpected pleasures of concerts, outings and especially the long week-ends throughout the year. The skiing enthusiasts had a wonderful opportunity to take to the slopes each week-end, from Christmas until Easter. This year everyone was able to acquire some style, even if it was only the latest ski fashions ! Since Easter, we have been going swimming at the Chanplain Towers, a great relaxation and a wonder- ful way to have fun after a long day ' s work; we must give special thanks to Mrs. Blyth for arranging this privilege for the boarders. Looking back over this year in the boarding school, we must extend thanks and good wishes to those who are leaving. Many thanks to Wendy, Sue Mac, Bonny, Lynn, Allison and Margaret Anne. We feel much has been accomplished by these girls who tried very hard to unite the Boarding School, and succeeded in their aim. May we, in conclusion, say how much we appreciate the kindness of Mrs. Blyth and all those who have helped to make this a happy and enjoyable year for the boarders.

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Nightingale House Notes Dear Nightingale: Nightingale house has had a wonderful year, for the spirit and loyalty of the members made each activity in which we participated, a challenge. We tried very hard in such sports as basket- ball, volleyball, badminton and tennis and, even if we did not come out on top, it was a good experi- ence in sportsmanship and a lot of fun. In our drama project we did ourselves proud, and I know that all those who participated found it a memorable endeavour. Our St. Andrew ' s Dance called for a tre- mendous amount of work. The reward was not first prize, but we all realize that it is not the reward that counts, but the knowledge that a job has been done to the best of our ability, and the Satisfaction of working together as a team. Despite the fact that we had our trials and tribulations, on the whole I believe that this year was the greatest for our House. Our day to day companionship has taught us that we live in a society in which we must think of others, proving that our motto is Not for ourselves alone. The valuable lessons learnt through co-operation and the give and take spirit of competition will serve us well in future years. May the benefits gained through our years in Elmwood last throughout our adult life. I would like to thank all the members of Nightingale House who were so enthusiastic in all the projects of our House. Karen Loeb Head of House Karen Loeb Prefects Sandy Radcliff (Head Prefect) Judy Carter (Head Girl) Michele Betts (Samara Editor) Sports Captains . . Laura Waddell (House Captain) Janey Rodger (School Captain) House Members .... Jane Blyth, Molly Blyth, Dorian Ellis , Br enda Firestone , Sarah Francis , Ingrid Gluzman , Donna Heeney , Becky Heggtveit , Louise Hurtig, Mary Keene, Monique Lariviere, Audrey Loeb, Mary Mac Kay Smith, Elizabeth Morrison, Rosemary McAulay, Kit McMeans, Caroline Nicholson, Vicky Nicholson, Maureen O ' Neill, Leslie Orlikov, Sonia Palmer, Martha Pimm, Janet Radcliff, Sharonlee Richards, Kathy Rothwell, Vicky Sainsbury, Carolyn Smart, hynn Williamson.

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School Activities The Choir The choir of 1962-1963 would like to thank Mrs. Edelsten for the very enjoyable choir season. Our appreciation of music has been greatly extended through the numerous selections Mrs. Edelsten has taught us. We have practised every morning with great enthusiasm the different selections which we have sung before the school, and at the Christmas concert. Once again our thanks go to Mrs. Edelsten, and we sincerely hope to join the choir in the coming year. Katie Scott - 5B Debating Team In March of this year, four girls from 6 Matric were chosen to form a debating team to go to Ottawa University. The topic under debate was: Resolved That Canada Should Accept Nuclear Arms. ReesaGreenberg and Sandra Radcliff decided to fight for the affirmative which Michele Betts and Lynn Lazarovitz opposed the motion. Every team had to debate twice, each time with a different opponent. Though we did not win every time, we did very well for a school that does not stress public speaking. The affirmative won both times, while the speakers for the nega- tive won once and lost to their opponents the second time. The total points of each team placed them in the top half of all the debaters. Public Speaking Our speech day was held on October 5th. In the junior section, Margaret Armitage won 1st prize with a speech on the Children ' s Aid Society. Martha Pimm came second giving five points to her House. In the Intermediate section, they divided the speakers in two groups - 5C and 5B - because of the strong competition. In the 5C group, Brenda Firestone won with her appealing speech on the John Howard Society. Liz Morrison proved best in the 5B class. She gave a very moving speech on Cancer which she put over extremely well. In the senior class, Wendy Foote came first with her address on Care. Here again there was strict competition and it was difficult to choose the winner. Reesa Greenberg came second with her speech on her own charity - that of entertaining hospitalized children. Elizabeth Raymont was third. All the speeches were good and given very well. The judges made the best of a very difficult job. Gail Molyneux - 5A 18