Winter Spiral 2024

On December 12th and 13th, our school will honor the tradition of the Winter Spiral.

For children, winter is often a time of anticipation. The first snowfall, visits with family and friends, special foods, and gifts are some of the events children look forward to very much. The Winter Spiral reflects this special time in a celebration of turning the darkness into light. We are reminded that even in the darkest of winter, we can still find light to lead us on our way.

During this celebration, the classes enter a darkened room and walk along a spiral path to light their candles from one candle in the center. They then place their candles along the path, each one bringing more light to the room until it glows softly. Parents in Grades 1–8 are invited to witness this, more information will come from your teachers. This is a celebration of quiet confidence, of carrying light in the darkness, and of sharing that light with others.

A community spiral will be held on Friday, December 13th in the evening from 6:00–7:00 pm for parents, children, and anyone in the community who wishes to walk the spiral. Please arrive by 5:45 pm and be prepared to stay for the whole hour. Latecomers will not be admitted due to the disruption that this causes.

To help create a reverent space during this celebration, please bear in mind that this is a very quiet, peaceful event. Please do not take pictures, leave your phones in the car, and do not leave the auditorium until all participants have finished walking the spiral.