On June 6, Central School’s 27th Annual Hike Through History took place on the beautiful and historic grounds of the Hamilton House on the shore of the Salmon Falls River. The Hike Through History’s mission is to connect children with their sense of place and help them become aware of the changes that happen over time. This year’s theme was Changing Times: Then and Now. For this hike, Marshwood Middle School and Central School’s 8th and 3rd-grade students and teachers, worked in collaboration with members of Old Berwick Historical Society to create a hands-on thoughtful, and engaging learning experience for our kindergarten through second-grade students. Students were transported back in time as they learned about life as an iceman, sailor, servant, tinsmith, photographer, healer, doctor, tavern keeper, and lumberjack. They also had fun playing “old-fashioned” games. Following the hike, Miss Kim and members of our town hall provided a hot dog lunch for all! The hike ended in a closing circle where Sammie Haynes led us in song, River in Your Town, a Hike Through History tradition. Many many thanks to John Caverly, Nina D’Aran, David Creech, Nicole St. Pierre, Marilyn Keith Daly, Rachel Moore, Kim Clementi, MMS and Central School’s custodians, our local town offices and police department for supporting and valuing this amazing community event. Thank you to our smart, responsible, creative, and caring 8th and 3rd-grade students! You made this day extra special and we are proud of you! ~ Pam Mulcahey CES
