Friday, November 14, 2008 - 03:52 AM by Xyaida

OK All ... I am proud to Announce that Magick Alley has re-opened its cyber doors and is back up in running!

Wednesday, October 01, 2008 - 04:06 AM by Tralfeyn

I am extremely pleased to announce that a new class has been uploaded in the Departmenty of Nature Studies.

Brightest Blessings,Rainmaker

Tuesday, September 23, 2008 - 06:39 PM by Tralfeyn

Magick Alley is temporarily closed for renovation. We will be open under new management within the next couple of weeks so please check back!! When the store opens we will post an announcement here and to the Great Hall.

We understand some students have purchases that are pending at this time. We are darning socks for the house elves as quickly as possible and will get these shipped to you as soon as we are able. If you have any questions, please email magickalley@greyschool.com.

Bright Blessings from Grey School Staff

Friday, May 23, 2008 - 02:52 PM by Moonwriter

Run-- do not walk-- to the school store, Magick Alley, and buy your very own GSW, House, and Lodge patches!

http://magickalley.greyschool.info/

They're in, and they're beautiful! All proceeds go back into the school funds, andf support further development and projects for our wonderful school.

Enjoy! And watch for the GSW's first official "Regalia Guidelines" to appear soon, to help you display your badges with pride!

BB,

Prof. Moonwriter
Dean of Students

Sunday, April 20, 2008 - 08:29 PM by Moonwriter

Because of the Phoenix change-over, I am now denying requests for new classes, assignments, or tests made on the greyschool.com site.Once the Phoenix changeover occurs, and as soon as I return from a brief vacation April 21-25, I will once again approve all requests made through the Phoenix (greyschool.info) site.Thanks,BB,Prof. Moonwriter

Sunday, April 20, 2008 - 08:15 PM by Moonwriter

Because of the Phoenix change-over and a brief vacation between April 21-25, I will not be approving (and will deny) requests for new classes, assignments, or tests until I return. Watch for my vacation designation to switch back to "Not On Vacation," and re-apply then.Thanks,BB,Prof. Moonwriter

Friday, April 18, 2008 - 08:14 PM by Tralfeyn

Here we are!! It's been a long time coming and it's finally here. Plans are being made and things are being prepared for the switch to Phoenix to take place on Monday.What does this mean?It means that sometime around midnight Sunday night/Monday morning I'm going to disable student logins to the .com site and begin the transfer of data. Hopefully, the switch will take place without incident and sometime Monday afternoon Phoenix will be officially active. This also means that any work done after midnight Sunday night/Monday morning will be lost!!How can you prepare for the switchover?Students can prepare for the switchover by backing up as much information about their accounts that they can. This includes a list of completed classes (and grades for those classes if you can), the number of credits you currently have, your level (year)....basically anything you can write down. Also, please be aware that because of the way the .com site was handled, there are extra records that should not have been kept which makes the transfer a bit confusing. This means that if you've submitted a request for an essay, but haven't actually submitted that essay yet....chances are you'll have to re-request that essay. I'm sorry but this can't be helped since it's the easiest way to get rid of the extras that shouldn't have been kept.Instructors can prepare by checking their list of classes to make sure all their classes are listed as theirs. All the current classes have already been transferred over and should be in the Phoenix database, so you shouldn't have to worry about uploading them unless they're brand newWhat can I expect?As with all change, things probably won't go as smooth as we'd like them to. I'm sure there will be some bugs here and there to work out. Things like this should be considered growing pains and they will eventually pass. Please be patient. This is a massive transfer we're talking about. Grey School currently has 1200+ students and when you take into account that I'm moving everything for those students plus the 40+ faculty/staff, there's lots of places where something could go wrong or something might transfer the way it should have. I will, however, be aiming to keep issues like this to a minimum.Please bear with as we make this transfer/upgrade. In the end, I know this will only enhance the experience that we offer here at Grey School

Tuesday, April 01, 2008 - 09:58 PM by Moonwriter

The Challenge has begun and your teams need you!Please check in IMMEDIATELY (yes, I'm hollering!) on one of the following Team Forums:Team Earth (Stones Lodge members)Team Air (Sylphs House and Winds Lodge members)Team Fire (Salamanders House and Flames Lodge members) Team Water (Undines House and Waters Lodge members)RIGHT AWAY! Precious time is evaporating, and your team needs you to check in and contribute to decision making!BB,Prof. Moonwriter

Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 07:36 AM by Tau Peristera

I am pleased to announce the following new class: Class title: Archetypes 601: Collective Unconscious
Department: Mind Magicks
Level: 6
Credits: 2
Teacher: Tau Peristera
Description: This class is the second in a course on archetypes in psychology and magick. The material presented assumes a prior familiarity with basic archetypes and their functions within the human psyche. There are two prerequisites for this class. The first prerequisite is “About Rituals.” Ritual writing experience will be essential in completing the final exam. “Archetypes 501: Introduction” is the second prerequisite for taking this class and should provide the basic level of familiarity referred to above. In this class, we will dive deeper into the topic of the Collective Unconscious, the role archetypes play in relation to the Collective Unconscious (and vice versa), and the relationship between the Collective Unconscious and magickal practice. Required textbook: The Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious (Vol. 9, Part 1 of The Collected Works) by C. G. Jung.
Safety Warnings: None
Required textbooks or materials: The Archetypes and The Collective Unconscious (Collected Works of C.G. Jung Vol. 9 Part 1; Princeton University Press; 2nd edition; August, 1981; Translator: R. F. C. Hull).
Estimated time for completion: 2 months
Pre-requisites: “About Rituals”; “Archetypes 501: Introduction”
Class Lessons:
Lesson 1: Syllabus
Lesson 2: Introduction to the Collective Unconscious
Lesson 3: The Psychological Significance of the Collective Unconscious
Lesson 4: Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious
Lesson 5: Magick as Psychology – Psychology as Magick
Lesson 6: Magical Thinking vs. Thinking Magickally
Lesson 7: Appendix – References & Recommended Resources

Friday, March 14, 2008 - 09:51 AM by Uta M. Stelson, J.D

I am pleased to announce that new class has been uploaded in the Department of Magickal Practice:

Magickal Eggs© 2008 Uta “Rainmaker” Stelson
Class Title: Magickal Eggs
Department: Magickal Practice
Level: 3
Credits: 3
Professor: Uta “Rainmaker” Stelson
Description: This class focuses on several techniques to decorate magickal eggs: natural egg dyes and decorating techniques from a variety of cultures including the Huichol Indians of the Mexican Sierra Madre, Russia, and the Ukraine. During the class the student will get some hands-on experience in decorating eggs, and many tips are given on to accomplish the desired designs and results. The magickal aspects of the class include learning to make “spelled eggs”, and Mexican cascarones, a type of egg that bestows blessings on others. The student will make three different magickal eggs in the course of the class.
Required textbooks or materials: Eggs, decorating supplies and tools depending on the projects chosen.
Estimated time for completion: about 2 – 3 weeks
Safety Warnings: Depending on the projects chosen, youth students should get adult supervision and adults should take care while crafting any project.
Prerequisites: None
Class Lessons:
Introduction and Syllabus
Lesson 1: Introduction
Lesson 2: Naturally Dyed Hard-Boiled Eggs
Lesson 3: Projects Using Empty Egg Shells
Lesson 4: Designing Decorated Eggs
Lesson 5: Wax-Resist Techniques
Lesson 6: Beaded Eggs
Lesson 7: Jeweled Eggs
References