Children & Youth Overview

Director of Lifespan Faith Development, Pam Baxter
Office tel: 610-692-5966

Who: Teenagers, 13-18, with an interest in theatre. You may have years of stage experience or none at all to participate in our program. All are welcome.

What: Four weeks of Shakespeare, with discussion on life in London during the plague, thematic elements of Shakespeare that apply to today. At the end of our four weeks, we will perform The Tempest as a radio play.

Where: Online, using a password-protected Zoom meeting.

When: M-F, July 6—July 31, 11am-12pm on most days

Why: Part of the beauty of Shakespeare is that it is fluid, adaptable to situations that Shakespeare never knew possible. The plays contain universal themes and the potential to reach hearts.

How: Sign up by June 30, 2020 (Below).

In accordance with the principles of Unitarian Universalism, we assert that:

1—We will respect the inherent worth and dignity of all people.
2—We will act with justice, equity, and compassion.
3—We accept one another and encourage each other to grow.
4—We all engage in a free and responsible search for truth and meaning.
5—We will engage in a democratic process of decision making as a group.
6—We strive for a greater community of peace, liberty, and justice.
7—We will act with respect for the interdependent web of existence.

Sign Up
Fill out form below or click HERE to download and print out flyer & mailable form.

Student Name *

Student Email

Age *

Grade Entering in Fall *

Parent/Guardian Name *

Parent/Guardian Email *

Phone Number(s) *

Theatrical Experience *

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Student Signature

As a member of the Principle Players, I promise to do my best to attend auditions and all rehearsals, including tech week, and to give my best for our performance. I will try to give advance notice for days I am not available. I promise to adhere to the principles (listed on above).

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Parent/Guardian Signature

As a parent/guardian of a Principle Player, I give my child permission to participate in the UCWC Summer Shakespeare program. This permission includes the right to record my child in the final performance and post the recording on UCWC’s YouTube channel. I hereby give my permission for photos of RE activities that include my child, named above, to be posted to the UCWC website and/or appear in Connections, the weekly congregational email update. I understand that children’s names will not be listed.

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In a welcoming, accepting, and fun environment, children from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade are invited:

to explore what it means to be Unitarian Universalist
to learn about our Judeo-Christian roots
to gain first-hand knowledge of other faiths
to engage in worship and activities with members of all ages
to make a difference in the local community and the world through hands-on social action projects

Younger children also enjoy:

skits and crafts
occasional “Group RE” days, with special activities in a one-room-schoolhouse environment

Older children may join the Youth Group beginning in 9th grade. Currently, Youth Group meets the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month, at the same time as our Children’s Religious Education program for younger children (9:15 – 10:30 am).

Overall, we are guided by the seven Principles of Unitarian Universalism, which describe how we covenant to live with each other and in the world.

Young people have always been an important, cherished part of our congregation and we have provided religious education classes since our founding in 1954.

Sunday Morning Schedule
Children’s RE Is Held during the 9:15am Service Only.

Religious Education (RE) classes run from September through May, with an “RE Sunday” Celebration in early June.We have special summer programming from June through August.

All classes and Youth Group meetings are held on the lower level of our building. Please check the RE Class Schedule for Multi-generational Family Worship days and holidays (no classes).

9:15 – 10:30 am

Pre-K through 8th Grade – Age-appropriate programs for PreK through 2nd, 3rd/4th/5th, and 6th/7th grades
Youth Group and Coming of Age Class – for 9th thru 12th grades, on alternate Sundays

Unitarian Congregation of West Chester