Bulletin October 19, 2018 Volume 38, #11
| |
Upcoming Dates to RememberOctober 19: Conference Sign Up Deadline
October 21: Admissions Open House, 1 - 3 PM at The Academy
October 26: Cupcake Challenge/Halloween Dance
November 1: 1/2 day for students; conferences. (12:15 PM bus departure)
November 2: No school for students; conferences
November 3: Cornucopia Auction & Social, 5 - 9 PM at The Academy
| |
SIGN UP FOR CONFERENCES TODAY!
Please sign up for a conference slot by the end of the day today, October 19. We will create a schedule for when you are here so that you have 15-minute sessions with each individual teacher during your conference period. Please remember that Thursday (11/1) is a half day for students and there are no classes on Friday (11/2).
| |
UPCOMING ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSE EVENTS:
OCTOBER 21 and DECEMBER 9Please spread the word! Do you know students and families who would like to learn more about The Academy? Please share this link for more information and pre-registration for our 2018 Open House events - thank you!
| |
Studio Block Close Up: Digital Photography
Students in Matt Cavanaugh's Digital Photography class used a beautiful fall day to capture images on campus. Matt photographed them (L), and they photographed the foliage. Here's a great shot taken by a student.
| |
2018-2019 ANNUAL FUND GIVING As you know, The Academy relies on the generosity of families, friends and alumni/ae to support programs, faculty, and financial aid. Every gift makes a difference and every gift matters.
Parent donations in particular inspire others to give, and we ask that our current families make their gifts or pledges before October 15 in an effort to reach 100% participation this year. Please return the gift/pledge card that you received in the mail and contact the development office with any questions. Thank you!
| |
Classroom Close Up: Climate Connections
Sixth and seventh grade students frequently use their double block of "C Squared" on Fridays to visit local sites connected to their studies in science, geography and English. Recently they traveled to the William Cullen Bryant Homestead in Cummington, and the Hawley Bog.
| |
PARENT VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT FOR STUDIO BLOCKSWe are seek volunteer parent artists to donate their time to The Academy Studio Block program by teaching classes. Tuesday and/or Thursday morning availability is required, along with knowledge and experience in visual arts such as drawing, painting, mosaics, and print making, or of non-visual arts such as theater and creative writing. Please contact Neale Gay with questions or interest.
| |
|
SPORTS RECAP, WEEK OF OCTOBER 15thOn Monday, the JV co-ed soccer team traveled to Williamstown to play Pine Cobble School and won their fourth straight game, 8-0. Anders G-B netted the first three goals of the game. Other scorers included Atticus R (two goals and an assist), Anna P-C (assisted by Julien T C), Ruby C, and Gus G (assisted by Sam B). Julien T C played a strong game on offense and bravely agreed to tend the goal for the entire second half, while Sam B had his best performance of the season. The lopsided score allowed many Aardvarks to play unfamiliar positions and to work on their passing skills.
The Cross-Country team raced through sleet and rain on a chilly Wednesday afternoon. The boys finished 5th out of 6 teams, and were led by strong runs from Will D (4th), Eli C (13th), Tor O (17th), David A (27th), Izzy S (37th), and Rory S (38th). Aislyn J (3rd), Paloma HS (4th), and Katie T (25th) ran strong races for the girls.
The Varsity Boys Soccer team defeated White Oak 7-3 on Wednesday behind great team play across the board. On Thursday, the boys played an excellent first half against a bigger and stronger Eagle Hill team, who scored three times late in the second half against the Aardvarks. Nat BO scored both Academy goals in the 4-2 loss, while Alex T had a strong game in goal and Tucker ZA and Bennet B anchored the defense.
Girls Varsity Soccer had another tough game for on Thursday with a 4-0 loss against Eagle Hill. Our offense pushed hard in the second half which allowed us to have several great shots on goal. Our defense was nearly unstoppable, as was our goalie. Unfortunately, the opposing team had some great kicks which snuck their way into the goal. Kudos to the team for their indomitable spirit!
| |
 | The Cross Country team celebrated Rory's birthday after a grueling and wet race
on Wednesday. | |
| | |
Girls Varsity Soccer team members demonstrated their
positive spirit and energy before Thursday's game.
| |
CORNUCOPIA AUCTION AND SOCIAL, NOVEMBER 3 - JOIN THE FUN!Plan for a fun night out with parents and friends of the school, and join us on November 3! From 5-9 PM you’ll marvel at a transformed recital hall, taste savory delicacies and sweet desserts, as well as a variety of libations provided by Provisions in Northampton. Joining Sean Glennon (P22) as a celebrity guest auctioneer will be alumna Sarah Hartshorne ’05, comedian, actor, activist – and a contestant on America’s Top Model!
This community event is a great time to connect with families and friends of The Academy. Bid on beautiful, practical and unusual items offered at auction by generous donors in our broad community – treat yourself or give as gifts. Highlights include Red Sox tickets (Go Sox!), fantastic ceramics, glass, jewelry, and fiber art, amazing wall art, a private wine tasting by Provisions, gift certificates for area restaurants and businesses, the bounty from local farms, and more.
All proceeds support our school’s programs and financial aid, so bid often and bid generously!
Purchase two tickets in advance and bring a friend for free. Childcare (including pizza and activities) is available by advance reservation, too. Click here for both.
(If you're interested in donating a little bit of your time before or during the event, please click here
to fill out a form for auction volunteering!).
| |
LUNCH, WEEK OF OCTOBER 22In Mr. Langston’s absence, the lunch menus over the next few weeks may differ from what’s published on our website. If any parents are able to provide support in our kitchen for a few hours on any weekday morning between now and winter break, please contact John Schatz. Please continue to check future e-Bulletins for the most up to date information. Vegetarian and gluten free options will, as always, be available next week, for the following menu:
Monday: Lasagna, Salad
Tuesday: Turkey Burgers, French Fries, Salad
Wednesday: Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, Tater Tots, Salad
Thursday: Penne Pasta, Marinara Sauce, Salad
Friday: Harvest Lunch*
| |
 | As the last of the harvest comes in and the gardens get put to bed for the winter, we look forward to enjoying the bounty at our
Harvest Lunch next Friday. |
| Harvest Lunch - Friday, October 26
* This special lunch will feature an all-vegetable menu with items from our own garden. Students should sign up at school, as usual. We’ll be serving:
- Winter squash soup
- Curried beet and daikon greens with spinach
and garbanzos
- Savory herbed carrot and sunchoke gaufres
- Roasted vegetable medley
- Fresh daikon pickle
| |
CHARLEMONT FORUM LIVESTREAM EVENT AT THE ACADEMY, OCTOBER 24 (6:45 PM)The Charlemont Forum will host a livestream of a talk by Bryan Stevenson, author of New York Times Best Seller, Just Mercy: A Story of Justice & Redemption. Stevenson is the founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative and the founder of the Legacy Museum and National Memorial for Peace and Justice. The event is free and open to all. Please join in the viewing and discussion to follow. CHARLEMONT FORUM - SPECIAL PRESENTATION
OCTOBER 27 (8 PM)
Three perspectives on Jim Crow and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and1960s, together with thoughts about racism in 2018, will be the theme of a uniquely scheduled autumn Charlemont Forum.
On Saturday, October 27 (7 PM) at the Charlemont Federated Church, activists Josephine Bolling McCall, Karin Kunstler and Neal Goldman will share their stories. McCall, whose book “The Penalty for Success: My Father was Lynched in Lowndes County, Alabama”, will speak to her family’s experience, one of the 4,000 lynchings which took place in the South over a 75-year period. McCall currently serves as president of The Elmore Bolling Foundation which she founded in 2008 to preserve the legacy of her father, Elmore Bolling, a black entrepreneur and philanthropist from Lowndesboro, Alabama. Kunstler, daughter of renowned Civil Rights lawyer, William Kuntsler, is Deputy Head of the Charities Bureau of the New York State Attorney General’s Office. Goldman, Kunstler’s husband, witnessed the Selma marches with Martin Luther King, Jr. at the urging of his father-in-law to be. After observing the events of ‘Bloody Sunday”, Goldman assisted the U. S. Justice Department in preparing a lawsuit that resulted in federal protection by the National Guard for the subsequent March to Montgomery.
The evening will be moderated by David Specht, local consultant, facilitator and coach. For more information, contact Academy Trustee Peter Stevens, who is also a member of the Charlemont Forum Committee.
| |
Cupcake Challenge - October 26The Challenge: take a blank canvas (a plain cupcake) and create a masterpiece. Each team will be given plain cupcakes and a bag of mystery decorations. It’s up to you to create something special.
Cupcakes will be judged (and eaten) at the Halloween Dance. The winning team will be announced at Morning Meeting on Monday, October 29.
Only those participating in the Cupcake Challenge may stay at school until the dance begins. They will plan and decorate their cupcakes, then watch the live action movie Scooby Doo - Journey to Spooky Island, rated PG. Participants should bring their costumes for the dance and something for dinner.
Contact Steph Powers for more information.
| |
PHOTO SHARING ON SHUTTERFLYThe Academy at Charlemont has a photo "share site" on Shutterfly for students, faculty, or family members to share pictures of school events or download pictures posted by others. If you would like to be added as a member, drop a note to Steph Powers. It’s a private site so the general public doesn't have access, and she’ll grant you the password.
| |
|
|
|
|
