We just finished our first full week of classes. Life in the Upper School is busy and full. Students have been getting clubs and committees off the ground, with new students deciding which groups to join. Above and below (left, I think), you can see the newly named QSA (Queer Straight Alliance), formerly the GSA (Gay Straight Alliance). As you can see, the turnout was quite positive. The first major activity on the agenda for this group is the Pride Parade on Satursday, September 25th. Applications were due on Friday for the Head Teacher Committee. This committee is made up of representatives from all 4 grades. They help keep me in touch with the student population and plan fun activities for the community. Our first big project will be our Halloween celebration and pumpkin carving contest. Next week, applications will be available for the Staff-Student Discipline Committee. This important committee is also made up of representatives of all 4 grades. Students serve for a term of 2 years. This past week, the Environmental Club met for the first time. Although I was unable to join them, I understand they had a great turnout and are already coming up with lots of ideas to help remind our community of the importance of stewardship.
If you are related to an US student, you may have heard about our new lockers. I am happy to report that lockers have now been assigned to students. Everyone who wanted a locker does have one. Some students are sharing lockers. Here, you can see Samantha deciding what she needs out of her (old) locker. The final photo for this week is a shot of some happy senior boys enjoying the beautiful weather on the patio.
COOKING CLASS--YUM!!
We presently have two cooking classes, taught by Frances and Bryce. As Frances's cooking class meets before lunch, they have been cooking special lunches to sell on Thursdays. Two weeks ago, we had home-made macaroni and cheese with a beautiful fresh salad. Last week, we had Mexican and Waldorf salads. These lunch options are made fresh and will continue to be sold each Thursday for $3.
CLASSES VISIT THE NASHER MUSEUM
Annie Dwyer took her Advanced Dance class to visit the new exhibit at the Nasher: The Record (Contemporary Art and Vinyl). This week, Harrison will take his portfolio and Mixed Media students. Mike Hanas and I accompanied Annie's class last week. We were led by docent Jessica Ruhle. If you have been to the Nasher, you know that this exhibit is fascinating. We spent time with pieces such as "Sometimes Billy Holiday is all the holds me together" and "Patsy's Spool." The students were especially drawn to the photography of visiting artist Xaviera Simmons and the folk art of Mingering Mike. Our own Harrison Haynes is a part of this exhibit.
END-OF-YEAR PROGRAM
Last Monday, staff members shared plans for this year's End-of-Year program, with off-campus experiences to the Galapagos Islands, Trinidad, Nicaragua, out West, and the Adirondacks. On Monday of this week, sign-up forms will be distributed to students and are due to be handed in on Monday, September 27th. Freshmen do not need to sign up as they will travel together to Newton Grove to work with migrant farmworker families. All other students must sign up for either an off-campus experience, an internship, or a local project, such as Ken's Guitar-Making workshop or Sherri's yoga-related experience.
WASHINGTON, DC: FINAL PLANS
We will leave for Washington, DC, on Friday at 5:30am. Students have signed up for morning museum visits. At 12:30, they will switch into advisee groups for an afternoon of advisee group activities. The entire group will walk to Union Station at 5:00 for dinner in the food court. Busses will pick the group up at 7:00 for the trip home. Just a reminder that we must charge $45/student to help cover transportation costs. Scholarships are available.
THE YEARLING
by freshman Joshua
The Yearling is a suspenseful story
About a boy and his worries
He had family responsibilities
And love for a pet and its needs
The boy experienced sorrow and bitterness
And courage speaks of what it feels like
To grow up in a harsh environment
The Yearling is filled with a lot of adventures
Danger and loneliness are the boy's adventures
This pet followed him around town
But the boy never frowned
Even though he has responsibilities
His pet was always friendly
If I had responsibilities and a pet like him
I would never need a friend
by freshman Joshua
The Yearling is a suspenseful story
About a boy and his worries
He had family responsibilities
And love for a pet and its needs
The boy experienced sorrow and bitterness
And courage speaks of what it feels like
To grow up in a harsh environment
The Yearling is filled with a lot of adventures
Danger and loneliness are the boy's adventures
This pet followed him around town
But the boy never frowned
Even though he has responsibilities
His pet was always friendly
If I had responsibilities and a pet like him
I would never need a friend
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