Bulletin November 2, 2018 Volume 38, #13
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Upcoming Dates to RememberNovember 3: Cornucopia Auction & Social, 5 - 9 PM at The Academy
November 12: Fall Exhibition
November 19-23: Thanksgiving break
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CORNUCOPIA AUCTION AND SOCIAL, TOMORROW - JOIN THE FUN!Plan for a fun night out with parents and friends of the school, and join us on tomorrow evening! 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 Next 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!
Tickets will be available at the door, or online until 5 PM today. Childcare (including pizza and activities) is available for potty-trained children, and those under 5 must be pre-registered.
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| CORNUCOPIA AUCTION ITEMS AVAILABLE FOR PROXY BIDDING Do you have friends or family members who would love to join in the fun of our auction but can't make it in person? Select items are now available to view and consider, and a proxy bid form is live online.
Encourage far-away supporters of our school to take a look at some of the amazing offerings linked here to the bid form. We'll arrange for a volunteer to bid on their behalf, with full completion of the form.
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ANNUAL FUND GIVING Parent gifts and pledges to the 2018-2019 Annual Fund are coming in, and each day we move toward our goal of 100% participation. With the auction coming up tomorrow, we want to remind you that your pledged donation is not due until the end of the fiscal year, June 30, 2019. Please let us know your gift intentions by completing this form and returning it to us, or by visiting our secure donation page to make a pledge or a gift – one time or recurring - online.
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SEEKING TEAMS FOR THE 13th ANNUAL MARY LYON SPELLING BEE Neale Gay is looking to put together a faculty team, an APC team, and a student team for the spelling bee. The event takes place at Mohawk Trail Regional High School on November 15 (6:30 PM). Teams need to be comprised of no more than three participants. It would be great to have a robust Academy representation! Team-themed costumes are encouraged! Please contact Mr. Gay ASAP if you'd like to put together a team.
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Classroom Close-upStudents in Spanish V had a goodbye ceremony, reading favorite quotes from the reader that they've used for over a year (El cuento hispánico) then burning the paper, symbolizing that although the flame may not endure, our fond memories and knowledge will. In addition by channeling our "inner gaucho", we tried our hand at wielding the Argentine herders' "bolas" on the basketball court and some were successful at wrapping the bolas around the pole.
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Cupcake Challenge ResultsThe 3rd annual Cupcake Challenge results are in! Grand Prize winning teams are Spicy Mamis aka The Female Supremacists and Shinigami Love Apples. The Judges Award was presented to Small and Tall Will Beat Y'all. Great job everyone!
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| ACADEMY STUDENT ART SHOW - NOVEMBER 9
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Stop by any time through the end of the year to view the work of our student artists at Bread Euphoria in Haydenville. This event is sponsored by the Arts Council. A reception will be held on November 9th from 6-8 PM, and Leo W will be on hand to provide musical accompaniment. Please come and enjoy a delicious meal, a variety of libations, and the artistic expressions of Academy students! Special thanks to Katherine Anderson ’16 for her assistance in making possible this show.
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| FALL EXHIBITION AND DINNER - NOVEMBER 12 Please join us to engage with our students regarding their exciting work this fall! They have been working diligently on their topics in Health (8th grade) and Biology (9th grade).
9th grade Biology students will be performing real-time experiments using volunteers from the crowd. Please come prepared to participate (or at least observe real science in action!) as they present Researching the Human Body's Organ Systems: Student-designed experimental procedures investigating interesting physiological/psychological phenomena tied to specific organ systems.
View and talk with 8th graders about their research, From Autism to Vegetarianism, and Everything in Between!: Projects in Health.
Dinner begins at 5:15 PM with exhibits open at 6 PM.
This year's Exhibition Dinner will be provide by Mr. Gay and Team Aardvark, which is comprised of parents and students who are participating in the Hot Chocolate Run/Walk on December 2. The cost will be $7.00 and proceeds will go to Safe Passage via the team. The menu will be roasted buttnernut squash soup, gluten free cornbread, and salad with roasted chick peas and roasted vegetables.
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Hot Chocolate Run/Walk - December 2Join Team Aardvark in the Hot Chocolate Run/Walk on December 2 in Northampton! With over 25 parents and students signed up, we are a forced to be reckoned with. Sign up here!
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UPCOMING ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSE: 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 event - thank you!
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SkiingPlanning on skiing this winter with The Academy at Charlemont? Please take a look at the options in this letter or contact Mr. Schatz.
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SPORTS RECAP, WEEK OF OCTOBER 29On Monday, the Co-ed JV soccer team tied Four Rivers Charter Public School 2-2 in an exciting final game of the season. Trailing 2-0 in the first half, the Aardvarks scored the last two goals of the game on shots by Atticus R and Charlie P. Anders G-B made seven saves in goal and both Sam B and Ruby C played with great intensity. The team ended the season with an impressive 4-1-1 record.
The Academy boys soccer team finished the season ranked fourth out of ten teams in the league. On Tuesday, they lost their RVAL quarterfinal game to Hartsbrook 4-2 behind goals from Raymond M and Nico V. Tucker ZA and Bennet B had strong games, while Alex T played tough in goal with five great saves.
On Tuesday, the Girls' Varsity Soccer team played against Putney in an intense RVAL quarterfinal battle. After being down 4-0 at half, the girls, the girls took the field in the second half with a hunger to win and played their hearts out. This attitude and desire resulted in four consecutive goals by Chessie RC, Ruby C and two by Calla J. Elaina GB was instrumental in several of the goals with outstanding assists and her ability to bring the ball up the field and cross the ball to the front of the goal. Izzy B also had outstanding assists and offensive plays. A special thank you to Lila G for stepping up to play keeper in her first day ever playing as goalie, and she had some truly incredible saves. In the end, Putney came out with a 6-4 win, but Charlemont left everything on the field. It was a great season for the Girls' Varsity Soccer team!
The Cross-Country season culminated with RVAL Championships on BART's tough course on the side of Mt. Greylock on Wednesday. In a field of 45 girls, the Aardvark girls took home the second place team trophy, behind Avery M (3rd), Paloma HS (6th), Aislyn J (7th), Katie T (30th), and Zoe P (43rd). The boys also had a great finish to their year, finishing in 6th place as a team. In the field of 55 boys, the Aardvarks were led by Will D (8th), Tor O (23rd), Eli C (26th), Izzy S (37th), David A (38th), and Rory S (50th).
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Final soccer game for the senior girls! | |  |  |
Girls' Cross-Country final | |
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Boys' Cross-Country final | |
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| DOES MY VOICE COUNT?
A Presentation on Voting Rights/Voter Suppression - November 5, 2 PM Parents and friends of The Academy are invited to join us at school for a presentation by Jim Lemkin which documents in pictures the efforts in the 1960s by of a handful of students moved by compassion and the call to action for social justice. In an open public conversation following the slideshow, we will explore the consequences of the elimination of a key provision of the Voting Rights Act in 2013. Special thanks to Becky Houlihan and Izzy S, who introduced us to Jim Lemkin after attending a similar presentation. Read more about his social justice work then and now, here.
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Lunch, Week of November 5Vegetarian and gluten free options will, as always, be available next week, for the following menu:
Monday: Pancakes, bacon, home fries, and fruit
Tuesday: Penne pasta and sauce (with or without meat) and focaccia bread
Wednesday: Grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup
Thursday: Dorito nachos with or without chicken
Friday: Chicken/cheese quesadillas
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