On a sun-kissed day, nine Waldorf schools from the Western Cape gathered at Constantia Waldorf School for the Greek Olympics. The excitement was palpable as Class 6 students from Gaia, Zenzeleni, McGregor, Imhoff, Starseed, Call of the Wild, Stellenbosch, Michael Oak, and Constantia came together to compete, learn, and forge lasting bonds.
The athletic events were a thrilling display of speed, strength, and agility. Students participated in sprints, javelin, discus, shot put, and the spider jump, braving the scorching sun and cheering each other on. As the day drew to a close, the Olympic flame was kept burning throughout the night, with students and teachers taking turns to tend to it.
The evening began with the lighting of the Olympic flame, accompanied by a beautiful rendition of "Glorious Apollo." The athletes took the Olympic Oath, promising to uphold the values of fair play, respect, and sportsmanship. Each school shared songs, verses, and presentations, including an impressive recitation of the Greek alphabet from Alpha to Omega.
Under the starry night sky, the atmosphere was filled with laughter, stories, and meaningful conversations. The next morning, the students began with a warm-up run, preparing themselves for the wrestling finals. The five competing cities – Olympia, Athens, Delphi, Sparta, and Corinth – each chose their champions to participate in the beam wrestling, stork wrestling, knee wrestling, and the ever-popular arm wrestling.
The medal ceremony was a grand finale, with proud parents and teachers in attendance. The champions were crowned, and the sense of achievement and camaraderie was wonderful to behold.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to Constantia Waldorf School for hosting this unforgettable event. The ground staff and volunteers worked tirelessly to set up the fields and gazebos, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for all.
To the students, parents, and teachers who participated, thank you for your enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and dedication. You were truly awesome! The Greek Olympics will be remembered as a highlight of the school year, a celebration of friendship, athleticism, and the spirit of community.
Mornay Fortuin on behalf of all the teachers
