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 It's never too early to think about summer, right? Register today for Rocky Hill's Summer Enrichment Academy. Choose from a variety of art, athletic, adventure and specialty camps for ages 4-18. Click here for more. |
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The Crest YearbookDon't wait another minute, order your yearbook today! Each division has its own book and personalized tribute messages are also available for purchase. The deadline for orders is rapidly approaching -- March 18. Click here for more information.
 Garden Classroom Brickwalk
Support the Garden Classroom, which will be blooming soon, by purchasing an inscribed brick for $100. Sponsor one for yourself, as a gift, or to honor someone special. Order online or contact the Alumni Office at 401-884-9070 x132. Orders placed now will be installed in June. 41°39'N/71°25'W BlogThe only sure things in this world are death, taxes and the Head of School's blog. Read his latest entry. Host FamiliesIf you are interested in hosting an international student next year, please contact Catherine Washburn, Director of Admission or Jacqui Yamada, Director of International Programs. Knowing that adding another teenager to your home could be a financial burden, our international families have agreed to pay a monthly stipend to their host family. Jacqui and Cathy would be happy to answer any questions you might have about the program and the value of being a host parent. NO SCHOOL MARCH 12-26 for Spring Break. We hope everyone enjoys their time off and we look forward to hearing from those students and faculty who are traveling to France and Costa Rica! Distinguished Scholar Lecture SeriesThursday, April 5 | 7:00 - 8:30 PM | Flynn Lecture Hall | Learn moreAs a scholar of Constitutional Law, Professor Carl Bogus will provide an intriguing and insightful perspective during his talk " The 2012 Election: Conservatism & Liberalism Under Stress." Seating is limited, so please register now. This lecture series is free and open to the public. All School Spring ConcertWednesday, April 18 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | St. Luke's Church Admission Open HouseThursday, April 19 | 2:00 - 5:00 PM Spread the word about the upcoming Open House - a great opportunity to tour campus and talk with the new Head of School. It is also a good chance for families to see class in session, after-school activities and athletics. For additional information please contact Nicole Gammino. Flik Independent School DiningThank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the School's new partnership with Flik Independent School Dining. More than 150 students, parents, faculty and staff enjoyed the fabulous meal which was donated by Flik and had everyone going back for second helpings. Please be on the lookout for important mail from the School about food services changes. For details and highlights about the program please click here.
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 Shakespeare in Providence
Seniors in Mr. Barker's English elective, "Shakespeare and Modern Drama" attended an excellent performance of The Merchant of Venice put on by the Trinity Repertory Company. The class enjoyed front row seats at a matinee, followed by an interesting conversation with the actors about the production.
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 World Cultures Week
On Monday, the Middle School began its immersion study of the Vietnam culture with the raising of the Vietnamese flag. Students have been learning about Vietnamese topography and natural resources, a historical timeline, the arts, music and dominant sports, the different regions and cultural attractions for tourists, as well as the importance of rice. Students heard from a young man who left Vietnam at the age of 17 and a veteran of the Vietnam war who spoke about this important part of our country's past and his experiences in Vietnam. Tomorrow is an exciting day, as Senator Sheldon Whitehouse will be on campus to speak with students about his recent trip to Vietnam. Students will also prepare and enjoy a feast of traditional Vietnamese food and a variety of performances, including a fan dance and water puppets. Click here for more photos.
Jody Cicchese's seventh-grade class worked collaboratively to research and investigate Mount Everest. They learned about such things as climate, geography, Sherpa culture, the history of climbing, and then incorporated the five themes of geography into the information.
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Rocky Hill Enrichment Academy
Registration has begun for the spring session of the Rocky Hill Enrichment Academy (RHEA). Choose from a variety for courses that run from April 9 - May 25. Please register by Friday, April 6 if you would like to participate.
Kindness Rewarded
Alyssa Grayson '19, is the 2012 recipient of the Humane Society of the United States' Kind Kid Award. Click here to read more. Alyssa has been amazing us all year long with her devotion to animals, the environment and helping others. This latest award is definitely well deserved!
 Legos & iPads
Last week Grade 3 students joined up with the Grade 8 math class to work on the new Lego Learning Wall. They built geometrical and symmetrical shapes that extended out as far as possible. The groups then switched gears, using an iPad app that enabled the children to learn about making change. It was a great experience for all the children to share and work together as a team. Boys Skate JamWednesday, April 4 | 1:30 - 3:30 PM | United Skates of America Please be sure to register before March 15 if you plan to order a Skate Jam t-shirt for your son. Online Registration Printable PDFGirls Sweetest DanceThursday, April 12 | 6:00 - 8:30 | Campbell Center | Please register by April 5
Save the Dates April is going to sneak up on us when we get back from break, so here are a couple of events to have on your radar screen. Please refer to the school calendar for more details. - Island Moving Company Special Performance (Grades P-4)
Wednesday, April 11 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM | Rocky Hill School - Grades 3 & 4 Play
Thursday, April 19 & Friday, April 20 | 9:00 - 9:45 AM | Outside - Poetry in the Park
Monday, April 23 | 11:45 AM - 2:00 PM | Perkins Lawn
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Student Support Group
Friday, April 13 | 3:00 PM | ACE Technology Lab
There will be a student support meeting for ACE Middle School students. The purpose of this meeting will be a time in which some senior ACE students will reflect on their trials and triumphs in navigating academics in the Upper School with ACE support.
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 Spring Sports Season US lacrosse, golf and tennis practices began Monday.
All Star
Congratulations to Troy Pierre-Louis '13, who earned SENE All-League Honorable Mention for boys' varsity basketball.
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Tuesday, March 27 & Thursday, March 29 | Between 11:30 and 12:45
We need 2-3 parents for each lunch period at school to help with the new traffic flow and service. If you are interested in helping to make the transition to Flik Dining a smooth one, please email Sue Withers or Jana Bruns. Training will be provided the morning of Tuesday, March 27.
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Neither rain, nor snow could keep alumni from the first ever Boston Regional Event on March 1. Special thanks to Regional Ambassadors Liana Magner '91 and Colin Delaney '92 for planning this get together! Attendees were Glen Morrow '04, Liana Magner '91, Kathryn Donnelly '04; Back Row: Terry Coes (faculty), Joshua Matteson '82, Colin Delaney '91, Jonathan Schoenwald (Head of School), Johanna Wojciechowski '02, Jesse Kielhorn '04, Paul Tukey (faculty), Ashley Nichols '06, Matthew Sullivan '96, Lauren Smith '86, Monica Iacono Boss '91, Jason Kelly '92 and Heather Ciuryla '93.
Providence Reception
Providence-area alumni gathered for the second year in a row for a night out at McFadden's on February 23. Special thanks to Regional Ambassador Peter Carney '96 for organizing this event! Attendees were Meg Getsinger (faculty), Jonathan Schoenwald (Head of School), Nathan Maine '92, Pete Carney '96, Paul Tukey (faculty), Rich Blott '96, Terry Coes (faculty), Jess Young '96, Mike Cappelletti (faculty), Kristen Barber Hinson '93, Tom Adams (faculty), and Greg Blasbalg '90.
Reunion 2012 Save the date for Reunion 2012 - Saturday, June 2. Come one, come all, and help send Paul Tukey off in style as well as catch up with fellow alumni! More details and invitations coming soon. |
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