Linden Hall School - Leaves Yearbook (Lititz, PA)

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l..INDEN HALL arrangement combines most effectively the advantages of having a private tutor with the stimulus that comes from being in a class with others. Religious Influence It is the emphatic practical aim of Linden Hall to be Hrst of all, in tone and life, a thoroughly Christian school. The School is distinctly nonfsectarian, both in principle and practice, and although under the general supervision of the Moravian Church, no sectarian lines are drawn either in the selec' tion of teachers or in the admission of students. Practically all denominations are represented in the student body and faculty. Chapel services are held every morning, and attended by the entire school. Evening prayers are held by each group in the group sitting'room. On Sunday morning Sunday School is conducted and later the school attends church service in a body. At 6 p. m. a brief Vesper service is held in the Chapel, addressed by the Prinf cipal or by some visitor who has a special message for the girls. A course in Bible Study is a regular part of the curriculum. To encourage our students by precept and example, to strive to embody in their life and character the ideals and principles set forth.in the life and teaching of Jesus Christ is a definite part of our aim. Rules All the rules for the general conduct of pupils are based upon the following principles: Wherever people live together, there must be certain rules of conduct which all accept andobeyg other' wise there will be confusion and disorder. Such rules must be so manifestly just and reasonable in their spirit and demands that every thoughtful and rightfminded person accepts them as a matter of course and submits to them cheerfully. The highest rule of social and personal conduct is the Golden Rule : Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Those who are not willing to be governed by such rules and who do not respond to the efforts to win their acceptance of them are dismissed. The monthly report rendered the Principal and, through him, l:Page Seventeenj

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LINDEN HALL groups, thus affording all who have histronic talents the pleasure of participation and the opportunity for the development of their gifts. Lectures, Musicals, Entertainments To afford our students the opportunity to hear good lectures, music, etc., a Lyceum Course is given each winter under the direc' tion of the School. .Travelogues and a number of illustrated lectures on various subjects of interest are arranged. Recitals and concerts afford the students an opportunity to cultivate a taste for the best in music and give an incentive to make the most of their talents. In addition to the opportunities afforded locally, students are permitted and encouraged, under proper chaperonage, occasionally to attend such entertainments in nearby cities as have an educational and cultural value. I Visits to Points of Historical Interest i Trips are arranged to points of historical interest in which this region abounds. For instance, a trip to Valley Forge or to Gettys- burg is an experience that will stir patriotic impulses and stimulate greater interest in the study of history. ' A visit of several days' duration to Waslungton, D. C., is ar' ranged each year for the Seniors and advanced students, to afford them the opportunity to become acquainted with the Nation's Capital. Individual Attention The large measure of individual attention bestowed upon stu- dents is a strong feature at Linden Hall. Classes are small. The teachers find it possible, therefore, to be painstaking with each mem' ber of the class. The presence of the teacher during study hours affords an op' portunity for that judicious assistance that enables the student to get over difficult places and achieve results without the discourage' ment and worry that tend to break down the health of many a school girl. It also enables the teacher to render invaluable service in showing the pupil how .to study most advantageously. This lPage Sixteenj

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LINDEN HALL to parents or guardians, takes conduct as well as classfwork into consideration. In Beautiful Open Country Linden Hall is fortunate in the matter of location. Lititz is situated in Southeastern Pennsylvania, in the heart of Lancaster County. This County is known as the Garden Spot in a State which abounds in beautiful landscape. It is a thriving town of be' tween 4000 and 5000 inhabitants. It not only lies cradled in natural beauty, but also bears upon it the impress of the high purposes which actuated its founders. It is of especial historic interest in that buildings, still standing near the School, were used for hospital purposes for the Revoluf tionary army during the trying winter at Valley Forge, 1777f1778. It is peculiarly attractive as a seat for a boarding school for girls and young women. Its neatness, cleanliness, and beauty invite the admiration of visitors. It is famous also for its abundant springs of pure water from which the School is supplied. The School occupies an attractive site at one end of the town. Its campus stretches out into the open country. Witlun easy reach of several thriving cities, the students may, on occasion, combine the opportunities of the city with the advantages of the country. Easily Reached by Patrons Lititz is easily reached from any point on either the Pennsylf vania or Reading Railroad systems or their connections. There are six daily trains on the Reading Railroad. Trolley cars connect with Lancaster, which is on the main line of the Pennsylvania Railroad. The cars pass the Pennsylvania Railroad depot and carry baggage as well as passengers. Lititz is eight miles from Lancaster. Chair cars are attached to certain Pennsylvania Railroad trains for the exclusive use of Linden Hall students. Good auto roads lead into Lititz from all points. ' Whenever it is requested, students will be met at Lancaster or Reading. Students coming from foreign parts will be met, on request, in New York or Philadelphia. fPage Eighteenj