Dr. Peine's Pen
End-of-Year Happenings at Scholars' Academy
North Carolina Testing begins Tuesday, May 20, with some type of test happening nearly every day until Friday May 30. Third through eighth graders begin the testing cycle with the End of Grade tests in Reading Comprehension and Mathematics. Fifth and eighth graders also have an End of Grade test in Science. The week after the Memorial Day holiday, sixth, seventh, and eighth graders take End of Course tests in Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Biology I.
Please have your children at school on time (prior to 9:15am) with a good night's rest and a hearty breakfast. The time alloted for each test is different. Some may take only 60 minutes and some may take four hours. The EOG's and EOC's are one method that the state uses to calculate the quality of the school, so the test results are an important component of our school profile.
School Yearbook Signing will be on Thursday afternoon, May 29 at 2:30pm. The form to reserve a yearbook for your child is on the website under the documents tab.
The Scholars' Academy Talent Show goes on at 9:30 am on Friday May 30. Students auditioned with the student council a couple of weeks ago, and 50 student acts of dancing, comedy, music, and drama will be presented to the student body and interested parents in the gym.
Upper Level Field Day is Tuesday, June 3 from 9:30am until noon. Field Day consists of competitive and non-competitive activities between classes. Parents are welcome to observe, supervise, bring beverages for classes, and be as involved as they wish.
Move-Up Day is Wednesday, June 4. All of our students and students to be enrolled next year spend the day in their classrooms for 2008-2009. Parents of new students have the opportunity to visit with the director and other school leaders in an information session held in the multi-purpose room.
The Scholars' Academy Graduation and Awards Ceremony is Wednesday evening, June 4, at the Myers park Methodist Church. Invitations have been extended to graduating eighth graders and school award winners. Other members of our school community are welcome to attend this festive event.
Lower Level Field Day is June 5th from 9:30 am until noon on the big field for grades K through 4. Ms. Hinkelman has organized the events for the morning and parents are invited to lend support to this effort in any way they wish to be involved.
Friday, June 6 is the last day of school for the 2007-2008 school year.
Calendar:
Monday, May 26 - Memorial Day Holiday, No School
Tuesday, May 27 - Apprentice Scholars III to Microsoft on Arrowwood for a science videoconference
Tuesday, May 27 - Discoverers I to the Lazy 5 Ranch
Wednesday, May 28 - Discoverers II to Crowder's Mountain
Monday, June 2 - Investigators III and Apprentice Scholars I to the wastewater treatment plant
Monday, June 2 - Apprentice Scholars II to the Mecklenburg County Court House
Tuesday, June 3 - Discoverers I to WingHaven
A special Thank You to Brian Huneycutt for his efforts to get our fledgling videoconferencing program off the ground. Brian has organized a session for our 8th graders with a scientist recommended by Ms. Turano. We hope to bring notable people to spend time with our students through the use of this communication medium.
For the earth,
Marie E. Peine, Ph.D., Director
Metrolina Regional Scholars' Academy
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Congratulations Scholar Athletes
What a wonderful spring for Scholars' Academy athletics.
The golf team finished the regular season at 4-2 and are the third seed going into the conferment tournament. Coaches Heidi Povinelli and Glen Townley have done a fantastic job with this year's team. The Eagles play for the conference championship this Monday at Skybrook Golf Club. Good luck team.
The tennis team finished the season at 3-2 and were the third seed going into the conference tournament. Coach Flynn with the assistance of Janet Barnes and Brit Pair has worked hard developing the first year team. Practicing at Myers Park High School, the team has improved each match. They led off the conference tournament by defeating Providence Christian and upset Carmel Christian in the semi-finals. They play for the conference championship this Monday at Countryside Montessori. Good luck and bring home the championship.
Anthony Li competed on May 10 in the 2008 AAU Taekwondo National Championships Carolina Qualifier. Anthony fights in combined 2nd and 3rd degree black belt rank and won Gold Medals in both form and sparring completion. He is qualified and shooting for Amateur Athletic Union National in July and Junior Olympic Game in August as well!
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Coach K's Spectacular Sports Camp
Don't Know What To Do With Your Kids That First Week Of Summer Vacation! Don't Just Send Them To Camp;Send Them To Sports Spectacular Camp
The First Sports Spectacular Camp At MRSA
Dates: June 9 Through June June 12
Time: 9:00 - 12:00 pm.
For: Rising 1st Graders Through Rising 6th Graders
Place: Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy
Director: Mr. Bernie Kuebler
· Everyday Will Be Focusing On Games, Activities, Self Esteem And Every Day Life Skills.
· "My Promise Is For Every Camper To Have A Great Experience"
Costs: $80.00
Make Checks Payable To Bernie Kuebler
Deadline: Wednesday June 4
Any Questions Or Concerns: Please Call Coach Kuebler at (704) 589 - 5623
Campers: Please Bring Snack And Water Bottle Each Day!
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Scholars Challenge Wrap-Up
Many thanks to all the students and parents who participated in this year's Scholars' Challenge. Together we raised $8,200 for the school! Here's the scoop:
Class Top fundraiser
Lloyd Vivek Akelia
Cleary Emma Williams
Hinkelman Carter Racine
Schneider Drew Dansby
Moschel Hannah DiBella
Surrett Naasik Syed
Rideaux Annika Bowers
Pieper Ana Carolina Scott
Yodice Ann Steele
Bolick Amber Adams
Turano Sarah Walters
Mrs. Moschel's and Ms. Rideaux's class tied for 1st place as the "top fundraising class" and earned an ice cream social. The upper grades (5-8) participated in a spelling bee for the Scholars' Challenge. Top spellers were as follows: Nicholas Thomas (5), Ann Steele (6), Constance Zhou (7), Pooja Potharaju (8). The overall top spellers for the upper grades were Ann Steele and Pooja Potharaju. The top class fundraisers and top two spellers were each awarded a $20 cash prize. Awards were also given to the top scores in grades K-4 and were recognized in their respective classrooms as there were many ties for first place.
Congratulations to all our students for their excellent effort!!
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