[Steppes] Fw: Youth

Archie/Sebastian sbstn at ev1.net
Sun Jul 1 21:07:08 PDT 2001


VKate;

    I can not be at Queens as that is my military weekend, sorry.

Don Sebastian


----- Original Message -----
From: barb <draeco55 at home.com>
To: <steppes at ansteorra.org>
Sent: Sunday, July 01, 2001 10:12 PM
Subject: Re: [Steppes] Fw: Youth


> I will work it any way you want.  As soon as I get a tme frame worked out
> that would be wonderful.  Are you going to Queens Champion in Austin on
july
> 27 - 29 I think.  Maybe we can work it in then?
>
> Let me know.
> VKate
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Archie/Sebastian" <sbstn at ev1.net>
> To: <steppes at ansteorra.org>
> Sent: Sunday, July 01, 2001 10:01 PM
> Subject: Re: [Steppes] Fw: Youth
>
>
> > 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
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: barb <draeco55 at home.com>
> > To: <steppes at ansteorra.org>; <lindenwood at ansteorra.org>;
> > <glaslyn at ansteorra>; <elfsea at ansteorra.org>; Chiara <chiara at io.com>
> > Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2001 12:40 AM
> > Subject: [Steppes] Fw: Youth
> >
> >
> > >
> > > ----- 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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