Magic School BHS Recycling Magic School BHS is dedicated to promoting sustainable practices and raising awareness about the importance of recycling among its students and staff. Recycling is a crucial part of our efforts to protect the environment and reduce our carbon footprint. In line with our commitment to sustainability, we have established a comprehensive recycling program throughout the school. This program involves the collection and proper disposal of various recyclable materials, such as paper, plastic, glass, and aluminum. Each classroom and administrative area is equipped with designated recycling bins to encourage everyone to participate. To ensure the success of our recycling program, we have also implemented educational initiatives.
I call upon the Spirit of the North, the Earth Mother, the Great Bear, to be with us in our sacred rite.
Soul to soul, we weave our circle, spirit to spirit, that none may enter this sacred space but those who come intune with our intention and in peace. THE CIRCLE CASTING Sacred Ones, spirit of the oak that stands before us, spirits of the heath that surround us, dryads and devas, all you who have heard our intention, we ask with respect that you encircle us know, branch reaching branch, leaf touching leaf, roots beneath our feet entangling, that our Circle may be strong, a nemeton of inspiration, reverence and learning, in the name of the Gods whose power we both breathe, we ask that this be so.
To ensure the success of our recycling program, we have also implemented educational initiatives. Regular workshops and presentations are conducted to educate students on the benefits and process of recycling. These sessions cover topics like waste management, the recycling process, and the impact of recycling on the environment.
What are the ceremonies performed by pagans during the fall equinox
Autumn Equinox Ritual Outline – thanks to Bobcat, for her book, Ritual – A Guide to Life, Love and Inspiration that inspired this rite.
The altar is set up, food islaid and the fire prepared. Incense may be lit, music played and introductions made. The circle is laid out using the nearby natural resources, whether it be stones, twigs, leaves, etc. The ritual leader then casts the circle.
THE GUARDIANS
Here we ask the guardian spirits of the place and time their permission to work our ritual in their area-
Hail Guardian Spirits ofthis place! We come here in peace and with clear intent. We come here to celebrate the Autumn Equinox. We ask, with respect, that you accept our presence. Hail Guardian Spirits of this place!
THE CALL FOR PEACE
May there be peace in the North! May there be peace in the South! May there be peace in the West! Maythere be peace in the East!
(each call for peace to be madeby the person who will be calling the quarter. If done in this order, the call for peace will flow along the lines of the pre-Christian equal armed cross, also recognised by the Native Amercians for their medicine wheels).
We who are gathered here, wec all for peace in this land. We call for peace in our hearts and minds andtowards our fellow beings.
THE CIRCLE CASTING
Sacred Ones, spirit of the oak that stands before us, spirits of the heath that surround us, dryads and devas, all you who have heard our intention, we ask with respect that you encircle us know, branch reaching branch, leaf touching leaf, roots beneath our feet entangling, that our Circle may be strong, a nemeton of inspiration, reverence and learning, in the name of the Gods whose power we both breathe, we ask that this be so.
(A moment is given to allow the devas and dryads to form the circle)
We give our energy to this circle, mingling and communing with those of the spirits of nature to create a sanctuary of peace.
(Energy is pushed out from the participants to mix and strengthen the circle).
Let all here draw their minds into the presence of their bodies, that thoughts may be melded with flesh, blood and bones, that the spirits of those gathered may be blended in one purpose, one voice and one sacred space. Soul to soul, we weave our circle, spirit to spirit, that none may enter this sacred space but those who come intune with our intention and in peace. Soul to soul, spirit to spirit, we ask that this may be so.
CONSECREATION
The circle is consecrated by taking incense and water around the circle, beginning with the circle boundary,then further inside by the participants, then a third time round the centre itself.
CALLING THE QUARTERS
I call upon the Spirit of the North, the Earth Mother, the Great Bear, to be with us in our sacred rite.
I call upon the Spirit of the East, the Skyfather, the Great Eagle, to be with us in our sacred rite.
I call upon the Spirit of the South, the Firebrother, the Great Dragon, to be with us in our sacred rite.
I call upon the Spirit of the West, the Rainsister, the Great Whale, to be with us in our sacred rite.
THE SPIRITS OF PLACE
We call to the spirits of place, to those of Land, Sea and Sky, to those of the three worlds to be withus in our sacred rite.
CALLING THE ANCESTORS
We call to the ancestors of body, mind and spirit to be with us in our sacred rite. To our ancestors whosetears and blood, joy and happiness have been felt upon this land, whose songs course through our blood, and whose spirit lives on through our celebrations,we call to you to be with us in our sacred rite.
The invocation of the Goddessand God is made.
I call upon my lady of the stars and moon
To the Bringer of dreams and twilight
I call upon my lady of the loom
The Weaver of fates in the night
I call upon the Lady of the Lake
The Singer of the Evensong
I call upon the maiden mother and Crone
The Goddess alive and strong
I call upon the Lord of the Sun
The Rider in the sky
I call upon the Lord of the Winds
To the Eagle as he flies
I call upon the King Stag
To the son, lover and sacrifice
I call upon the Lord of the Wildwood
The God laughing, free and wise
“We come to celebratethe Autumn Equinox, that special time of year when day and day are equal. The veil between the worlds is thin, and the magic of the season’s tide spills over into our souls. The crops show their full bounty, and soon the days will become shorter, the air chill. The leaves are beginning their changing, and all are preparing for the long winter months. The swifts and swallows have since flown,the squirrel is busy gathering nuts. So too do we gather and rejoice in the bounty of this time, and offer our heart felt thanks to all that we have received. We reap what we sow, and if anything has been left untended, or should anything be left incomplete, we ask that they be taken up in our prayers so that we may finish what we have started.
(Prayers and thanks are said, either out loud or internally during this time of prayer).
On this night we give thanks to the Goddess, and thank the God for all their abundance. As the crops and feasts show what the planting has done, so too have our hopes for the year come and gone. We reap the rewards of what we have sown and prepare ourselves for the long winter night. The crops are gathered, the harvest done, we celebrate in the fullness of what we have won. We reap the seeds we have sown in the year, and gather together with good heart and good cheer” .
The food and drink is blessed
The ale/mead/wine/juice is blessed.
Goddess, bountiful EarthMother, bless this and suffuse it with your love.
The bread is blessed.
God, powerful Sky Father,bless this and may it lend strength to us.
The drink is held high abovethe head. Thanks be to the land! The cup is then passed to the nextperson, who the toasts and passes the cup to the next person. When all have drunk the first person takes the cup and pours a measure onto the ground orlake. Thanks be to the Goddess!
The bread is held out before. Thanks be to the land! The bread is then broken and passed in similar fashion. A measure of bread is then laid out. Thanks be to the God!
Everyone raises their hands tothe sky – Free the spirit, free the land!
Storytelling involving apples, and sharing of apple lore is exchanged among the participants while the feast is consumed.
The food comes out and everyoneis invited to celebrate!
Poetry, artwork and music should then be shared round the circle by those who have been inspired by thismoon and this festival.
When the feasting is done, honour and respect are paid to the Goddess and God, the spirits of land, sea and sky, the ancestors, the four quarters (those who called the quarters nowbid them hail and farewell in much the same manner as they were called), the spirits of the heath and of the oak and to each other. The circle is then closed-
We now return the energy that we have spent in creating this circle back to our bodies and souls and theland which sustains us, in peace and with the blessings of the God and Goddess. (A moment is taken to release the personal power put into the circle.)
THE CLOSING
May the Spirits of this Place have been nourished as much as their presence has nourished us. Guardian Spirit, we give you thanks. This celebration ends in peace as it began. May the blessings we have received go with us all as we depart this place, to nourish,strengthen and sustain us until we meet again. So may it be!
Moreover, guest speakers are invited to share their expertise and experiences, providing valuable insights and motivation to our students. Furthermore, the school takes pride in organizing recycling drives and competitions to foster a spirit of friendly competition among the students. These events encourage them to actively participate in recycling efforts and showcase their creativity in finding innovative ways to reuse materials. Through these activities, we aim to instill a sense of responsibility and environmental consciousness early on in our students' lives. Magic School BHS also partners with local recycling centers and organizations to ensure that our efforts have a wider impact. We collaborate with these entities to explore opportunities for waste reduction and recycling beyond the school. By working together, we can make a greater difference in creating a more sustainable and eco-friendly community. In conclusion, Magic School BHS firmly believes in the importance of recycling and integrates it into all aspects of our academic and extracurricular activities. We aim to create a culture of sustainability within our school and inspire our students to become lifelong advocates for the environment. Through our comprehensive recycling program, educational initiatives, and community partnerships, we hope to make a lasting positive impact on the environment and society..
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