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Veterans Day Observance Ceremony
Thursday, November 10 | 11:00 - 11:20 AM | Sharpe Gymnasium
Please join us for a school-wide ceremony led by the Middle School Student Council. We invite parents, grandparents and other friends and family members who have served our country to join us as special guests. Please contact Ted MacDonald if you, or a family member, would like to attend. All students who participate in scouting type activities are invited and encouraged to wear their uniforms for our observance ceremony as well. Ceremony will feature performances by the US band and divisional chorale groups, Sound, Wave and Puddles.
Book Fair Meeting
Monday, October 31 | 8:15 AM | Campbell Conference Room
Anyone interested in participating in the book fair should attend or contact Nicole Webster.
New Bookstore Items
New fleece jackets, umbrellas, rugby shirts and more now available in the bookstore and will be on-hand at tonight's PTL Speaker's Forum event for your convenience.
You can now access archived issues of 2011-2012 eCurrents here.
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Financial Aid Night
Tuesday, November 8 | 7:00 PM | Flynn Lecture Hall
Aida Mirante of the Salve Regina University Financial Aid Office will introduce parents and students to the college financial aid process. Ms. Mirante will detail the instructions for both the FAFSA and PROFILE forms, the major documents involved in applying for college financial aid. This is always an informative and well-received session, and we hope that all members of the Upper School community attend. If you have questions regarding this program or any other issue related to college placement, don't hesitate to call Paul Tukey in the College Counseling Office.
Costa Rica Deposits Due
Deposits of $250 for the spring break Costa Rica trip are due TOMORROW. Made out to Rocky Hill School, these checks will not be cashed until we have enough students to run the trip.
Email Ms. Matson or Mrs. Wood for information, or visit www.ecologyproject.org.
 Vergil Vigil
On October 15, 70 B.C., the most famous Roman poet, Publius Virgilius Maro, known to us as Vergil, was born. Every year, Rocky Hill students celebrate his birthday by gathering for a reading of a portion of Vergil's epic poem, Aeneid, alongside a bonfire on the Rocky Hill beach. This year, both MS and US students enjoyed a recitation by Mr. Matt Gnolfo, and fine Roman cuisine provided by Domino's Pizza.
Halloween Costume Contest
Monday, October 31
Awards for Most Creative, Funniest, Scariest, Best Group and Best Overall.
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8th Grade Parent Night in Upper School
Thursday, November 3 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM | Flynn Academic Center
Don't miss this opportunity to meet faculty and learn more about the US program, including college counseling, admission to the Upper School, athletics and co-curricular programs. Parents and students will partake in experiences using the Harkness table and technology.
Pumpkin Carving & Walk
If students wish to participate, we have asked that they bring in a pumpkin, cleaned, prepped and ready for carving, TOMORROW. Students may also bring in their own carving saws (not knives). The Pumpkin Walk takes place from 6:30 - 7:30 PM at Saint Elizabeth Community in East Greenwich (across from Hilltop Ice Cream at the top of the hill) and is open to students and parents.
Mid-Semester RHEA Course
Rocky Hill Enrichment Academy (RHEA) Puppet Making Class will be starting up next week and there is still room to participate. Learn more or contact Mike Lawson to register.
Puppet Making II
Tuesdays | November 1 - December 13 | Grades 2 - 6 | $125
Students will learn about the inner mechanics of giant puppetry and work together to create a 15-foot-high "mega-puppet" for the Rocky Hill Winter Solstice celebration. Students will work with paper mache and other materials to create the puppet's head and body. Collaboration and teamwork will be key as students first create and then control the puppet.
 Fantastic 8th Graders
Ava Lamoureaux '16 reads Roald Dahl's "Fantastic Mr. Fox" to the kindergarten class. She and classmate Donna Russo '16 spend time volunteering in the Lower School two afternoons each week, working and playing with the youngest students.
Allison DeGerlia '16 and Director of Development Beth DeGerlia participated in the Rotary Club of East Greenwich's March to End Polio yesterday.
Middle School Dance
Friday, November 4 | 7:00 PM | Campbell Center
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Healthy Haunted House
Friday, October 28 | 8:00 AM | Sharpe Gymnasium
Parent volunteers are welcomed to help set up the Healthy Haunted House for the LS. We are also accepting donations of seasonal decorations for the event that you no longer want.
Mid-Semester RHEA Courses
Two Rocky Hill Enrichment Academy (RHEA) classes will be starting up next week and there is still room to participate. Learn more or contact Mike Lawson to register:
Paper Mache
Wednesdays | November 2 - December 14 | Grades 1 - 5 | $125
Students will make art creations using paper mache. Students will build, build, build and paint, paint, paint everything from beads to large animals and imaginative monsters. If you enjoy getting messy and being creative, this is the class for you!
Puppet Making II
Tuesdays | November 1 - December 13 | Grades 2 - 6 | $125
Students will learn about the inner mechanics of giant puppetry and work together to create a 15-foot-high "mega-puppet" for the Rocky Hill Winter Solstice celebration. Students will work with paper mache and other materials to create the puppet's head and body. Collaboration and teamwork will be key as students first create and then control the puppet.
No school for Lower School next Thursday, November 3 for parent/teacher conferences.
Care Bears Make a Difference Challenge
Donna Goldstein's Grade 5 class made a difference in lives of local children by decorating care packages for kids at Hasbro Children's Hospital. The decorated boxes were filled with lots of fun items and were delivered Friday afternoon by Care Bears.
Have a Heart
On behalf of Rocky Hill, Lower School physical education and health teacher Sue Wood will accept the Rhode Island - Top 10 Jump Rope for Heart/Hoops for Heart Schools First Place Award for participation in the 2010-2011 program. Last year, students raised $4,800 to fund vital research and educational programs for the American Heart Association.
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Athletes of the Week
This week's standout athletes include soccer player Emma Powers '12, field hockey player Leila Jiang '13, and boys' soccer player Seth Curtis '12. Read more about these star athletes.
Boys' Soccer Update
The boys' Varsity soccer team is 8-1-2, hoping to earn home-field advantage in the SENE post-season tournament and a return invitation to the Class "D" New England tournament. Good luck boys! The boys' senior game will take place Wednesday, November 2 at 3:30 PM.
Girls' Soccer Senior Game
Tuesday, November 1 | 3:00 PM | Rocky Hill Fields
Recognition of the senior players and their parents before the game versus Falmouth.
Play 4 the Cure Update
The varsity field hockey team raised $350 for "Play 4 the Cure" though the pink bake sale, pink bracelet and ribbon sales and some last minute generous donations! All proceeds will benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the largest breast cancer organization in the US.
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Mindful Wellness with Will Slotnick
Tonight! | 7:00 PM | Flynn Lecture Hall
All parents are encouraged to attend the PTL Speaker's Forum featuring the founder and director of Wellness Collaborative. Learn more about Will Slotnick.
All School PTL Guest Speaker
Tuesday, November 1 | 8:15 AM | Campbell Conference Room
Jana Bruns will present an update on the dining task force. All are encouraged to attend.
Upper School PTL Meeting
Tuesday, November 1 | 8:45 AM | Campbell Conference Room
This US meeting is immediately following the all-school speaker.
LS PTL Meeting
Friday, November 4 | 8:15 AM | Perkins
 Box Tops for Education
Please drop box tops in any of the collection bins located throughout campus. This is a very important and easy way to raise funds. Last year the Lower School used the money to purchase speakers for the Blue Room.
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Send any news, photos, kudos and comments to Karen Gibson by noon on Wednesdays.
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