Live. Learn. Teach.: All Work and No Play Make Grads Dull Boys and Girls!


Emily, Chris, and Theresa wilin' out on the WA coast!

Amanda and Lin-Z become WA residents (thrilling!)

With so many plates spinning clumsily in the air, one would think that the EEC Grads have no time for extra-curricular fun. I think many of us feel a tinge of guilt when we are out on the town or exploring the vast neighboring wilderness, but we are strong....we get by. We work hard and we play hard. Sometimes saying no kills a little bit of our souls – but that happens too. (We are still responsible, you know...) Today, and later this week, many of us will be heading home or elsewhere to visit friends and family over the holiday break. Some of us will be staying here and celebrating with our more local family – either option being a great one. So, in the spirit of superfunhappytimes, I'm delighted to give you a glimpse into another side of grad life.

Weezer at the 40th annual Bumbershoot Festival

Born Ruffians @ Chop Suey

Music is huge in Seattle. Most people know this. We have taken as much advantage of this fact as possible. Bumbershoot welcomed us into this fine city with old-school headliners such as Weezer, Hole, and Against Me!, not to mention tons of acts rockin' the other stages. Countless talents keep us riding the ferry and spending our cash in the name of sweet dancin' tunes. We are even able to check out some local talents on Bainbridge including bluegrass bands and even DJ Z who keeps it real with the 90's hits we all enjoy reliving. Lucky for us, we also entertain ourselves with the musical talent that is spread thick amongst the grads.

Theresa, Kathie, Ashley, JP, and Emily before seeing Jack Johnson @ the Gorge

Manu Chao @ the Paramount


Sallie Ford @ Tractor Tavern


Black Keys @ Paramount


Adam, Chris DS, and Ian showing off their Forest Chorus skills at IW's Open Mic Night

Who is the real Clancy?

Halloween was taken to the extreme. Pumpkins were carved. Some people partook in the Rocky Horror tradition with a live show here on Bainbridge. Treats at the Lodge and Commons were shared generously. Most of us celebrated with a rad costume party. Fun was had by all.

Dumbledore and La Roux rock out in the Commons

Gangsta Panda, Lost survivor, Unicorn, Bottle of Champagne

Zombie Snowboarders

Chris has a turn with the unicorn

Birthdays are a mandatory excuse to have fun! Four grads celebrated their special days this week alone! Whether the kitchen makes a delicious cake, or the grads do - a quiet dinner, or a dance party - we show our love :)

Danny celebrates her birthday earlier this month with some delicious Vietnamese food!

Ian gets a cupcake to the head back in September

Emily parties like a Viking!

Marymere Falls with out-of-town friends, Olympic NP

We do go to a “School in the Woods,” therefore it should be no surprise that we like to play in them! Grads can be found hiking around many trails on Bainbridge, including those at IslandWood and the beautiful Grand Forest. Mt. Walker, Mt. Townsend, hot springs, and waterfalls, are some of the beauties we have experienced in Olympic National Park. We've explored the Buckhorn Wilderness outside of the park and even some of the stunning beaches right near our homes.

Chuck, Montana (Lauren), Priya, and honorary grad Kaiya in the Buckhorn Wilderness


Clarissa, Chris, Emily, and me atop Mt. Townsend, Olympic NP

Standing tall @ the Hoh Rainforest

It's hard to keep up with all of the grads' adventures. Last night, some were off experiencing the epic [almost]ending to Harry Potter, while others were checking out a cabaret show in downtown Seattle! Tonight may call for some contra dancing. Whether we're checking out a farm, shooting some pool, being Seattle tourists, or having some alone time in the mountains or at home with a good book, it's refreshing to be surrounded by such a great group of people who take school and work seriously, but also know how to LIVE!