February 5, 2016   
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Last week the Upper School Symphony Band regaled Chapel with two movements from Pierre LaPlant's Suite of Old French Songs.

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Students Think Globally for Geography Bee
To bee or not to bee?

What a silly question, especially to the 10 contestants in this week's school-wide Geography Bee. Students from the classes of '22, '23, and '24 answered tough questions regarding geographic locations here in the U.S. and around the world.

Sponsored by National Geographic, the Bee is designed to inspire students in grades 4-8 to be curious about the world (which is something our students take pride in doing every day).

Ashwin S. '22 won the OES-wide Bee, and as a result will take a qualifying test for the state championship round taking place in Salem on April 1st. Well done to Ashwin--who has a history of representing our school at the state and national levels!

(Solar) Power For Good
"Using solar energy, design a device that will improve the quality of life for refugees." 

Inspired by difficulties currently facing tens of thousands of people in the Jordan-based Zaatari Refugee Camp, this was the challenge Dr. Catherine Molloseau issued to her Engineering students for their final projects.  

With the help of a grant from the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), the class explored different needs of a refugee settlement--such as sanitation, community gathering, and infrastructure.

The project pictured above created by Class of '16 students Alex G., Josh C., and Zach L. (with Mark F.'s moral support) proposed a series of solar powered device chargers installed in individual buildings rather than a large, expensive grid. Dr. Molloseau's students will present their projects at OMSI in June.
4th Grade Water Studies Flow into Pottery
"In one drop of water are found all the secrets of the oceans," wrote Kahlil Gibran. 

In this spirit, the class of 2024 has been studying water since September. Whether reading A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park or visiting the Bonneville Dam, students are engaging with complex questions surrounding shared resources.

Recently Michael Standley, Upper School art teacher and ceramics artist, met with the fourth graders (pictured above). He talked about Potters for Peace and the work they do to help poor global communities using water filters. 

Sophia S. '24 was so inspired by the conversation that she wrote a beautiful poem, which was shared on Potters for Peace's website! 
Upper and Middle School Artists Honored
Continuing a long tradition of excellence in artistic endeavors, the work of nine OES students was honored through this year's Oregon Scholastic Art Awards.
Students who received Gold Key, Silver Key, and Honorable Mention awards included: Andy S., Hannah P., Jennifer D. (artist of the painting pictured above), Kathy S. (all '16), Annie C. '18, Ella B. '19, Jillian S. '20, and Sabrina B. '21. 
A piece by Cheney S. '19 entitled From Life to Barbecue received one of five Best in Show awards and will be eligible for competition at the national level in New York City later this year.
Enjoy this online gallery of our students' award-winning work. If you're able, come see the art in person between now and February 19 at the Pacific Northwest College of Art (511 NW Broadway)!

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