Bulletin September 14, 2018 Volume 38, #6
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Upcoming Dates to RememberSeptember 19: Yom Kippur - no school
September 20: 6th-8th Grade Parent Night (see below) September 27: 9th-12th Grade Parent Night (see below)
October 12: Red Cross Blood Drive
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PARENT NIGHTS
Come meet your child's teachers and learn more about their classes during our upcoming Parent Nights! Mark your calendars for the next few weeks: 6th-8th Grades: September 20, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
9th-12th Grades: September 27, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
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ENRICHMENT FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS As was noted last spring, our Enrichment Program is expanding this year. 9th-12th grade students have the optional opportunity to dive deeper into topics of interest in their core classes. This is a significant commitment of time and energy for curious students, so we hope that if you or your child is interested, you will read more about it here.
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FROM ASSOCIATE HEAD NEALE GAY
The Northfield Mount Hermon College Fair takes place on September 23rd on the NMH campus. Junior and Senior students are invited to attend between 3:30 PM and 5:30 PM. Click here for the latest list of confirmed colleges in attendance.
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LUNCH AT THE ACADEMY - NUTRITIOUS AND DELICIOUS
Want a break from packing lunch? Want to be sure your child gets a healthy, substantial, and satisfying mid-day meal that meets their dietary needs?
Chef Stan Langston always provides a vegetarian option and with adequate notice can address gluten, dairy, egg, and other allergies and sensitivities, too. We encourage you to encourage your child to sign up for lunches each morning to give it a try. These are billed to your account, and should you be interested in signing up in advance for the entire year, please submit this form to the Business Office.
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FAFNIR ADAMITES GALLERY VISIT Studio Block teacher and accomplished artist Fafnir Adamites will hold an informal gallery visit this Saturday, September 15, from 12 to 2 PM, for her exhibit "Insight That Accrues”. Join her at the Amy H. Carberry Fine Art Gallery at STCC in Springfield, MA.
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Bandages and Beyond: a Program for High School Students
On Tuesday, September 25 (6-8 PM) Brattleboro Memorial Hospital will host a program for students in grades 9 though 12 to learn about medical and non-clinical career paths in the healthcare field. Students will have the opportunity to speak with staff members from a variety of departments within the hospital and tour the facility. Students are asked to sign a confidentiality and registration form before Tuesday, September 18th. You may download it here. Contact JoAnne Rogers, Volunteer Coordinator, to register or request more information.
The event will be held in the BMH Brew Barry Conference Center (17 Belmont Avenue, Brattleboro VT) and light refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is encouraged, walk-ins are welcome. Learn more on our website.
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News from the Academy Parents Council (APC):
Mark your calendars! The first APC meeting of the year will be held Wednesday, October 3rd, at 7 PM, hosted by Suzy Fortgang and David Nehring at Valley View Farm ( 16 Walpole Road in Haydenville). All parents and guardians are invited. This is a great place to meet other parents, take part in APC happenings and discuss Academy matters with representatives of the administration.
If you have an item for our agenda, please contact co-chairs Dana Stiepock and Diane Bigelow.
Pie Bee, Thursday October 4 (6:30 - 9:30 PM at school)
Pie Sale, Saturday October 6 at Ashfield Fall Festival
Our annual Pie Sale is just a few weeks away. Perhaps you signed up for donating or selling pies on our Registration survey. Thank you! There will also be sign-up sheets, as well as pie plates and boxes, at the upcoming Parent Nights (September 20 for grades 6-8 and September 27 for grades 9-12). You can bake at home, or join us for a Pie Bee at school on October 4 (6:30 - 9:30), too.
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SEEKING SPEAKERS FOR FALL HOLIDAYS As has been the case for many years, The Academy remains open on Indigenous Peoples Day (as recognized by states and municipalities across the nation, but known more traditionally as Columbus Day, 10/8/18) and Veterans Day (recognized this year on 11/12/18). We seek to recognize the importance of these days by inviting speakers to campus to help us understand a variety of related issues. If any community members have ideas of potential speakers for either of these days (or for other, non-holiday opportunities at other points in the year), please contact Nora Bates Zale.
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Blood Drive: October 12 The Red Cross returns to campus next month for the first of their twice-yearly Blood Drives at The Academy! The Blood Drive will be held on Friday, October 12, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. Students will be bringing home donor forms (and parental consent forms, for students age 16), with the goal of every student finding at least one person to donate blood. Appointments can be made by filling out the donor form and turning it in to the Main Office, or by calling the Main Office during regular business hours, or by visiting the Red Cross Blood Drive appointment page and entering our zip code. Baked goods for donors are also a high priority, so there are ways for everyone to lend a hand. We appreciate in advance your support of this important service event that both saves lives and helps provide scholarship money to our seniors towards their first year of college tuition!
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SPORTS RECAP, Week of September 10
On Tuesday, the co-ed JV soccer squad hosted and defeated Berkshire Christian School by a score of 6-4. Atticus R had four goals, while Anders G-B and Charlie P each found the net once. Charlie P and newcomer Julien T-C had assists. Sisters Anna and Emmy P-C had strong games on defense. The team showed significant improvement on defense and in their passing. Gus G and Anders G-B shared the goal-keeping duties, making eight and six saves, respectively. On Wednesday, the girls' Varsity soccer team tied Dublin 2-2, a huge success for the Aardvarks! We began the game playing tough defense as well as aggressive offense. After being down 0-1, Ruby C scored an amazing goal! With no breaks and no subs, the team truly showed their ability to persist against a tough opponent. In the second half, Calla J scored with a penalty kick, a great shot straight to the bottom left corner of the goal, bringing the score to 2-1. At the end, Dublin had a shot that arced up over the defense, and just under the crossbar, to tie the game. Everyone had a wonderful game, playing with good spirits and powerful energy! The girls played a tough match against Four Rivers on Thursday, in a 3-1 loss. They had six incredible shots on goal, including a score by Calla, assisted by Elaina G-B. Goalie Gwen H saved three tough shots. Anna P. had an awesome play on defense. The boys' Varsity squad defeated Dublin 8-5 at home on Wednesday. Nat B-O, Harper W-W, Tucker Z-A, and Nico V all had two goals apiece, while Nico V (2), Charlie P (2), Bennet B (2), and Nick C contributed assists. Starting his first varsity game, Alex T had a nice game in goal. Finally, though their meet was cancelled this week, the Cross Country team continued to train whi braving heat and rain.
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vs Berkshire Christian School | |  | Boys Varsity Soccer
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Cross Country runners cool their feet during a hot training run | |
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SPEAKING OF AARDVARKS.....
MEET OUR NEW MASCOT!
Thanks to the APC we have a new aardvark suit, modeled (in part) here by Eli C.
Go teams!
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SEEKING ARTISTS' MODELThe Painting 3 class (12th grade) seeks to hire a part-time model (fully clothed) for a six-week period October 31 - December 12. Candidates must be available Wednesdays (12:00 - 1:00 PM) and Thursdays (2:00 - 3:00 PM). No previous experience is necessary, but experience with modeling, dance, theatre, or yoga will be considered a plus. Please contact instructor Andrae Green for more details. Please contact Andrae Green for more details.
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RUNNERS AND WALKERS WANTED FORTEAM AARDVARK: THE ACADEMY WILL SPONSOR THE HOT CHOCOLATE RUN AGAIN THIS YEAR Calling all Academy runners and walkers! Once again, we're a sponsor for the Hot Chocolate Run to benefit A Safe Passage on Sunday, December 2 in Northampton. Students, family members, trustees, faculty and staff members, please contact John Schatz as soon as possible if you're interested in participating in the 5K run or the 3K walk. A registration link will be available soon. Before you register, he can provide you with the necessary information for doing so as a member of Team Aardvark, donning an Academy jersey, and helping to support this great cause!
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FROM THE AUCTION PLANNING COMMITTEE:
MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND CONSIDER HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO THE EXCITEMENT!Please mark your calendars for the 16th Annual Cornucopia Auction and Social - Saturday, November 3 (5:00 - 9:00 PM)! This parent-run event is a wonderful opportunity to get together with parents and staff members to celebrate our school, enjoy abundant and delicious savory and sweet food, sample a variety of libations - and support our school. If you paint, or consult, or make amazing pies, or want to contribute a gift certificate for your favorite restaurant, please let us know by filling out an auction donation form! Interested in helping the planning committee follow up on its donation requests? Give Phoebe Walker a shout. If you'd like to help with set up or as an event day volunteer, please complete this form.
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Our Town in Shelburne Falls at Memorial Hall
A Footlights at the Falls production of Thornton Wilder's classic play (staged two years ago at The Academy) involves a number of Academy-affiliated folks. It's produced by Jackie Walsh, P13, 16 and stars trustee Peter Stevens as the Stage Manager. Former parent Davis Bates plays a lead role (Dr. Gibbs) and Jackie is drafting students to help with load-in and as ushers. If you're interested in helping, please call Jackie at 413-625-9413.
Evening performances are Fridays and Saturdays, September 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 7:00 PM. A matinee show will take place Sunday, September 16 at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $12 for the evening performances and $6 for the matinee.
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