Bulletin February 15, 2019 Volume 38, #25
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Upcoming Dates to RememberFebruary 18: President's Day - No School
February 22: Community Supper - Liam's and Kayla's Team
March 2: Trap by Stephen Gregg, 7:30 PM (click here to order tickets)
March 3: Trap by Stephen Gregg, 2:00 PM
March 8: Trap by Stephen Gregg, 7:30 PM
March 9: Trap by Stephen Gregg, 2:00 PM
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WINTER DRAMA PERFORMANCE - TICKETS ON SALE NOW!We are proud to announce that the winter play for 2019 will be Trap by Stephen Gregg!
ENACHAP, CALIFORNIA. An incomprehensible event at a local play. Using interviews with witnesses, loved ones, first responders, and the investigators pursuing the case, a theatre ensemble brings the story of the strange event to life, documentary-style. But as the strands weave together into an increasingly dangerous web, it becomes clear that this phenomenon might not be entirely in the past. Unnerving, exhilarating, and wildly inventive, you’ve never walked into anything quite like Trap.
Performances for Trap will be at 7:30 pm on March 2nd and 8th and at 2pm on March 3rd and 9th. Tickets are on sale now and seating is limited.
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TECH COUNCIL INTERNET SAFETY PRESENTATION Our newly formed (by student initiative) Tech Council shared information with the school community in an assembly focused on internet safety. We share it with you here as it’s helpful information for everyone. Kudos and thanks to Liam N, David A, Alex T, Everett M, and Izzy S for a well-researched and well-received presentation.
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Sports Recap, Week of February 11Girls win RVAL Sportsmanship Award
For the second year in a row, The Academy's girls basketball team has earned the RVAL (River Valley Athletic League) Sportsmanship Award! This award is based on opponents' feedback about their experience playing against our team. You make us all proud, girls! Congratulations!
Game Report
The team had an impressive performance against Stoneleigh Burnham School on Monday. Although they lost this RVAL playoff game, the 18-6 score was one of the closest the girls have had against SBS's strong program. Elaina GB, Addie C, Eliza B, and Cristy K all contributed to the scoring, while Ruby C had several rebounds. The girls' final opponent will be the faculty at 3:30 PM on Thursday, February 21st. Please come out to watch at the Cowell Gym (51 Maple St, Shelburne Falls)!
Thursday, February 21st Transportation/Pick-up
All students staying after school (beyond 3:15 PM) on Thursday, February 21st will be participating in, or spectating at, the faculty-student basketball game. There will be no drama rehearsal, rec skiing, or after school study hall.
Families are welcome to join us there.
NOTE: the Northampton and Amherst buses will depart from Cowell Gym on Thursday, February 21st and run the normal late bus route schedule. Other students can be picked up at the Cowell Gym (51 Maple Street in Shelburne Falls) at 5:15 PM.
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| Classroom Close-Up: Physics
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Mr. Almeida's Physics students apply their understanding of Newton's Laws of Motion to an Atwood's Machine setup, in order to experimentally determine the mass of found objects (in this case a spool of solder and an old tape dispenser).
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MID WINTER APC-SPONSORED COMMUNITY ACTIVITY
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Let's Go Bowling! Sunday, February 17 It's Fun - and All Students, Families & Staff Members Are Invited
When: Sunday, February 17 (12 noon to 2 PM)
Where: Shelburne Falls Bowling Alley
Bowling is free (sponsored by APC) . We do encourage you to be "allies" for the food-insecure and bring in non-perishable food to donate to a local food pantry.
Questions? Contact Diane Bigelow.
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Academy Art on Display at GCTVGCTV (Greenfield Community Television) is hosting an exhibit of documentary photography projects by Academy seniors through the end of March.
Stop in at 339 Main Street in Greenfield, across from the public library, to see an impressive display of work!
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GRANDPARENTS AND FAMILY FRIENDS DAY: April 12 Please remember to submit or update contact information for grandparents or other adult friends to whom you'd like us to send invitations for this special day. Send names and mailing addresses to Martha Tirk no later than February 28. Invitations will be mailed in early March, and so we can plan for lunch, RSVPs will be due by April 5. Thank you.
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Youth Mental Health First Aid Course Offered - March 2
Would you like to learn more information about how to support a young person who is experiencing a mental health challenge? Struggling with addiction? Or in crisis? If yes, then the Baystate Springfield Educational Partnership (BSEP) program would like to invite you to sign up to become certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid.
Youth Mental Health First Aid is an 8 hour course designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders.
Date: Saturday, March 2nd
Time: 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Location: Chestnut Conference #1, 759 Chestnut St, Springfield, MA
Cost: FREE!
For more information or to reserve a space please contact BSEP coordinator, Kelly Lamas. Please keep in mind that space is limited and on a first come, first serve basis.
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11th Annual Kiss 'n' Tell Ball,April 5th, Easthampton
Community Action Youth Programs is hosting their 11th annual Kiss & Tell Ball on April 5, 2019
(7:00-10:00 PM) at Flywheel Arts Collective, 43 Main Street, Easthampton. This event is free to LGBTQIA+ youth and their allies and is substance free. For more information, contact April Dunlop, LGBTQ+ Program Specialist, at (413) 774-7208 x798 or
BJ Miller, Leadership Development Program Assistant at (413) 774-7028 x794
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Lunch, Week of February 18
All meals served with salad and/or fruit. Vegetarian and gluten free options will, as always, be available
Monday: Presidents Day - no school
Tuesday: Turkey taco salad
Wednesday: Ramen chicken noodle bowl Thursday: Fat Tuesday - Jambalaya and corn bread
Friday: Spinach and quinoa salad with lemon basil dressing w/wo chicken
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The Arts Council worked with Mr. Langston to prepare and serve a festive
Valentine's Day-inspired tapas lunch on Thursday.
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