[Steppes] Fw: Youth

Archie/Sebastian sbstn at ev1.net
Sun Jul 1 20:01:51 PDT 2001


Viscountess Kate;

    I would be happy to teach an entry level Archery class at this academy
if it falls within the proper criteria.

Don Sebastian Frobishire


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>
> ----- Original Message -----
> >
> >
> > Youth Academy Proposal
> >
> > by
> >
> > Viscountess Katherine Mariana O'Malley
> >
> > The purpose of this Academy will be to assist the youth of our society
to
> understand, question, and become a working group within our kingdom. I had
a
> Youth Court which consisted of a Youth Champion who was in charge of my
> Youth Guard, an A&S Champion, and a Court of Handmaidens with a Chief
> Handmaiden. I would like to see this become a tradition in Ansteorra as
> well.
> >
> > In many ways, youth of the ages 10-17 are to young to autocrat, hold an
> office, or organize an event. In addition, they are too old to go to
> children's activities. I want to help them find a focus and support them
in
> their endeavors. As I do not wish to be a baby-sitting agency, I will need
> the parents to participate. I will ask the parents to sit in on
discussions
> and assist in events involving their children. My main objective is to
have
> our youth participating in productive and exciting activities with
> supervision. When assistance is required with youth activities, I will
> create volunteer schedules. I would like to have the youth assist the
ruling
> royalty, nobles and guests. I want these individuals to learn to serve
with
> dignity and respect; for themselves and those they serve.
> >
> > I want to teach them Arts & Sciences, Service, the different forms of
> Combat, Waterbearing, the Chirurgeonate, Equestrian, Sewing 101, and the
> responsibilities of being a member of a Barony. I want them to understand
> what it is to be a Baron and Baroness, a King and Queen, a Mistress and
> Master of the Laurel and a Pelican as well as what it is to be a Knight.
> These students will also learn how to tell the difference between
coronets:
> King, Queen, Royal Highness' Baron and Baroness, Court Baron and Baroness,
> Count and Countess, Duke and Duchess, Viscount and Viscountess and the
> proper manner in addressing each. My ultimate goal is for them to have fun
> while learning.
> >
> > Eventually, I would like to have specific awards for the program at the
> Baronial and Kingdom level (i.e., Service, A&S, etc.). Once the bugs are
> worked out, I hope to recruit volunteers in other areas to create like
> academies. I will do all that I can to aid in organizing their endeavors.
I
> am willing to travel to different areas to teach our tried and true
methods,
> pitfalls, mistakes and enthusiasms over projects that work well.
> >
> > The SCA was originally created for college students, but not youth. I
hope
> to integrate our youth into the adult world of the SCA. We have youth that
> have been playing since birth because their parents have been playing that
> long. I have witnessed boredom, lack of enthusiasm, and no direction. When
> there is nothing to do, unconstructive and troublesome behaviors have the
> opportunities to rear their ugly heads.
> >
> > I am not asking for this undertaking to become a baronial office or
> responsibility. I am asking for advice, ideas, and thoughts. I would like
> the support of the Barony so that I might bounce this worthwhile idea
> around. I would like to hold youth events at a future date.
> >
> > I propose to have fund-raisers so that we can make this Academy
> self-supporting. There are many ways this can be accomplished: car washes,
> bake sales at events, craft sales, etc. I also hope to take some field
trips
> to historical museums and other educational places.
> >
> > I have considered creating a Youth Academy for some time. I am well
aware
> of the responsibilities and commitment, as I am the joy I will receive in
> return. My hope is that the youth will enjoy it as much as I will.
> >
> > I have two Ladies-in-Waiting, three Pages (ages 8, 13, and 15) and a
> Handmaiden (age 16). These learning goals I have set for them, I
thought.why
> not expand to the Barony, Cantons, Shires, Incipient Shires, and finally,
> the Kingdom.
> >
> > I have worked with youth for the majority of my adult life. I have
taught
> youth in a religious environment for four years. I was a foster parent
> several years ago. Youth are drawn to me and I feel it is my
responsibility
> to guide them in a positive direction. This is the most positive direction
> that I can see to motivate our youth to be productive.
> >
> > I could easily go on and on regarding the establishment of this Academy
> but this gives you an overview of my goals, hopes, and desires.
> >
> > Your humble servant,
> > Viscountess Kate
> >
> > I will be sending more info shortly. I am currently penning handbook
> entries for the Youth Academy concerning SCA 101, Court Etiquette,
> Autocrating, Service, A&S, and Creating Your Own Events Along With Other
> Events.  My goal for adults in our Kingdom is to help the youth be
> recognized as contributing members.
> >
> > I would appreciate all suggestions, advice and assistance. I have
> basically figured out what I want to do to get this Academy started, but I
> will need help figuring out what works best.
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