Submitted by Etchi Zaleski--It has been a challenging journey, but through perseverance, communication, and the ability to forgive we have overcome many obstacles. Since September, the Tidal Elements Whole School Society proudly holds a rental space and conducts parent and volunteer-run classes 4 days a week from 9-1pm. In the afternoons, the older students participate in a Distance Education curriculum which is coordinated by Kimiko von Boetticher, and the students' parents. We have embraced a Yoga program with Jewel Graham, a Music program with Debi Landon, and enjoy classes with Josina Davis from Marine Matters. Our curriculum is based on a thematic scheme, and our hope is that the students, who are mostly pre-school aged, learn at their own pace. Our current goal is to open doors to more students and their parents. In the following academic year we hope to create a space for school-aged children.
If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about our organization, please come to our annual general meeting Monday, January 10, at 4-6pm at 10 724 Towhill Road for a discussion and refreshments. For more information you can contact Etchi or Nick at 626-3677 or Shannon at 626-5417.