Week of November 15, 2010

As we conclude the fall term, I thought I would share some photo highlights of our beautiful fall. Above, you can see the cross country team at their final meet. I am happy to note that all four of our fall athletic teams competed in state tournament competition this year--a CFS first! (One of the Man Over pictures slipped in by the cross country team. Sumo wrestling and X-boxing)Below, you can see Ken's Car Control class taking apart an engine at Niel Becker's Volvo shop, which they visited three times during the term. Ken's students worked on staff vehicles, checking tire pressure, changing oil and break pads. By the end of the term, they had a solid understanding of the necessity of car maintenance. We believe that this is such an important class for our students and are appreciative of Ken's knowledge of cars.

More shots from the highly successful Man Over. Many happy CFS men! Suiting up for Sumo.

Here is our Emma lighting the candles at the all-school meeting for worship. We have one of these meetings in the gym each term. It is always a special time when we can all be together.

For the last day of the term, Sherri led the entire freshman class in Yoga. It was quite something to see all 40 of the freshmen doing yoga together. Thank you, Sherri!

FALL SYMPOSIUM

Our fall symposium will be held on Monday, with the theme Current Events. In addition to our keynote speaker (Connie Walker from WUNC), we will also welcome graduate students from Duke who will make a presentation on the Bonobos. We are looking forward to welcoming our many workshop presenters. This symposium promises to be both informative and fun. We will share in a potluck lunch with entertainment by CFS bands and the Quaker N'Oats.

PARENT/STUDENT FORUM

Just a reminder about our forum on Tuesday from 7-9pm in the Meeting Hall. The topic is sexuality and communication. We will watch a documentary called Let's Talk About Sex. Senior Dan Jubelirer will lead the follow-up discussion with parents and students.

CARRIE HAS BEEN SUSPENDED!

My staff surprised me this week (and I do mean SURPRISED!!) with a trip to California to see my dad in Los Angeles and then my grandchildren in San Francisco. I'm still in shock AND I'm getting ready to pack. Hopefully, my next blog will include photos of this wonderful trip. Until then, have a great week. I hope you can get outside and take a walk in this beautiful weather.