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SUNDAY LETTER - MARCH 20, 2016
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MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL
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Our Senior Class Has Just Earned One Million Dollars!
The graduating class of 2016, one of our smaller classes, comprised of just thirty-five students, has already received more than $1 million in merit-based scholarship offers from selective colleges and universities across the country. This stunning number increases every day, along with their acceptances from the institutions themselves. In anticipation of April 29, the National Reply Day, this impressive class will choose from a host of options, from small liberal arts schools on the East Coast to large public universities in their home state, and everything in between. Our college counseling office works diligently, collaboratively, and individually with you and your sons and daughters to seek "colleges of best fit" where our alumni will be successful and fulfilled: yet another significant reason why our grads are indeed so successful when they get there. Our nation's colleges and universities recognize the meaning and value of an RHP diploma and of a Renaissance diploma and are not afraid to offer significant help in their attempts to recruit our young men and women.
Peter
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Trimester 2 Exam Week Schedule
Wednesday, March 23: Special Schedule
All MS and US students will follow the schedule below.
8:00 - 8:15 Advisory
8:15 - 9:17 B Block
9:20 - 10:22 C Block
10:25 - 10:35 Break
10:35 - 11:37 D Block
11:40 - 12:20 Lunch
12:20 - 1:22 E Block
1:25 - 2:30 F Block
2:40 - 3:30 PE
3:45 - 5:15 ASP: Math and History Reviews
Upper School Schedule
Thursday, March 24th:
8:30: Ren/ACE Math finals begin. Teachers available for review.
10:30: Math Finals begin.
12:45: Early bus departs
1:00: AP Psychology Exam
1:15: History teachers available for review
3:45: Late bus departs
Friday, March 25th:
8:30: Ren/ ACE history finals begin.
10:30: History Finals begin.
12:45: Bus departs
Middle School Math exam is for all 7th graders taking algebra 1 or geometry and all 8th graders. These students will follow the Thursday US exam schedule.
Middle School Schedule:
Mon-Wed: Follow same schedule as Upper School. PE as usual.
Thursday: 5-7th participate in elective courses.
8th grade will take a math final (follow ACE, Ren, or RHP times for arrival)
Friday: MS on Field Trips; return to campus for 12:30 dismissal; buses depart at 12:45.
8th grade does not attend school on Friday.
Bus Schedule
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Monday, March 21
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3:45 p.m./5:30 p.m.
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Tuesday, March 22
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Regular
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3:45 p.m.
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Wednesday, March 23
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Regular
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3:45 p.m./5:30 p.m.
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Thursday, March 24
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12:45 p.m./3:45 p.m.
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Friday, March 25
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12:45 p.m.
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Note: Thursday & Friday - Special afternoon drop off schedule
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SIGN UP FOR THE PV RELAY FOR LIFE ON APRIL 30
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Congratulations to the cast, crew, volunteers, and faculty of this year's spring musical:
Little Shop of Horrors!
Full album will be up on Facebook this week.
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A big thanks to the math department for hosting another fun Pi Day!
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NEW START DATE FOR PSAT PREP CLASSES
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Hello Rolling Hills Prep and Renaissance School Parents:
We have changed the start date for the second rotation of our twice-weekly PSAT prep classes with Dov Engelberg. Classes will now begin after students return from spring break. The second rotation will be for 10th grade students whose last names begin with the letters P through Z. Classes are scheduled for the following days:
- Wednesday, April 13th and Thursday, April 14th at 7:00 a.m.
- Wednesday, April 20th and Thursday, April 21st at 7:00 a.m.
- Tuesday, April 26th and Wednesday, April 27th at 7:00 a.m. (note Tues. & Wed.)
- Wednesday, May 4th and Thursday, May 5th at 7:00 a.m.
The first four-week rotation of PSAT prep classes concluded on Thursday, March 10th.
Sophomores will take the PSAT/NMSQT in October of their junior year and based on their scores may qualify for National Merit Scholarships. If you have any questions, feel free to call or email me.
Best Regards,
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TAYLOR W. PASSES LEVEL 5 OF CERTIFICATE OF MERIT PROGRAM
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 Congratulations to Taylor W, RHP 7th grade, for passing level 5 of the Music Teachers' Association of California's Certificate of Merit Program (Levels 1-10). Taylor passed through five levels in three years. Every year, he has qualified for Branch Honors and has been invited to sing at the state convention. To complete the fifth level, Taylor had to know five songs, one in Italian, and pass rigorous theory test. He has performed songs in six languages for audiences up to 1000 people. He auditions for his very first musical here at RHP and will be playing Ugly in Honk Jr. |
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SEE COREY H. IN PAGEANT OF OUR LORD
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  RHP freshman Corey H. is in a great show called Pageant of our Lord at Rolling Hills Covenant Church. This theatrical masterpiece combines the presentation of life-sized paintings and sculptures with original narration and the church choir and orchestra. Within each work of art is at least one live model. Corey is in La Pieta. Catch him in the show on March 25 at 5pm and 8pm. Visit the website to learn more. |
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JASON S. EARNS NATIONAL SILVER AWARD
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 Congratulations to RHP senior Jason S. for earning a Silver Award at the National Level for the Scholastic Art & Writing Competition. Only the top 1% of 320,000 submissions were recognized at this level. |
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ACCOLADES FOR OUR MUSIC FACULTY
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Ms. Cheryl Graue and Ms. Sammi Lee
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Congratulations to Ms. Cheryl Graue for recently becoming vice president of programs for the Peninsula Committee that supports the Los Angeles Philharmonic. The committee focuses on music programs for youth and local schools. |
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Ms. Sammi Lee and her group at the Peninsula Committee LA Philharmonic salon.
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Also, Ms. Sammi Lee performed for the committee's first salon of the year with her professional woodwind quintet, Contemporary Los Angeles Winds.
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FACES PROGRAM SEEKS HOST FAMILIES FOR TEENS FROM FRANCE
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Have you ever thought about how exciting it would be to interact with and learn about people from another part of the world? FACES is a cultural exchange program that brings boys and girls, ages 13-17, from France to the South Bay every summer. These teens live in your home from July 6 - 26, 2016, hoping to experience American life, make new friends, and improve their English skills. They need host families who will open their homes to them. There are no organized activities during their stay, but informal group events are planned with other host families.
As a host family, your role is to welcome the teenager into your home by providing a bed, full board, transportation, and inclusion in everyday activities and routines. They are fully insured for medical, liability, and emergency home return.
This is a special opportunity that benefits everyone, as positive relations are built as a result of this exciting cultural exchange! To become a host family, call Linda Bair at 310-433-7318 or email FACELHB@yahoo.com.
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GALILEO INNOVATION CAMPS ARE HERE THIS SUMMER
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 Galileo Summer Camps are coming to the RHP/Ren campus this summer. These "Innovation Camps" for elementary and middle school students offer computer coding, engineering, "maker" classes, field trips and much more. We have chosen Galileo to run our summer program because their philosophy of education matches ours perfectly. More information can be found at www.galileo-camps.com. They are running a $150 off promotion this weekend at " Be my innovator." Check it out if you are looking for an exciting offering for your, pre-k through grade 8 son or daughter this summer. Want a glimpse of the middle school offerings? Watch these videos.
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SUPPORT THE COSTA RICA SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT
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On March 28th, students from Rolling Hills Preparatory and Renaissance Schools will embark on a service learning trip for ten days, in conjunction with World Leadership School, to the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. Eighteen of us are raising money to work on a Community Project that will be designed in consultation with the needs and desires of the Dos Brazos de Rio Tigre citizens.
It is our hope this trip will redefine service as:
- establishing a partnership instead of just donating money.
- understanding the importance of political and financial situations that impact a community.
- being respectful of and participating in different cultures.
- connecting on a personal level and listening to people of this community.
Your donation will directly impact this community. We appreciate your consideration to donate towards our project.
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RHP ROBOTICS TEAM PROVES TO BE COMPETITIVE
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The RHP robotics team competed in the USFIRST robotics competition held at the Long Beach Arena last weekend. Our small team of only 6 members and 1 mentor held their own against much larger teams from much larger schools. Having only 6 weeks to build the robot, the team was hopeful that the robot could score in all three facets of the robot game. The robot scored in autonomous mode, during driver controlled period, and in the end game. Our small team managed some wins, a tie, and a few close losses. In the end, the team can count the experience as a success with hard work and quite a bit of fun. Congratulations to the RoboHuskies!
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MUSIC LAB CONCERT ON MARCH 15
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Music Lab Concert
Tuesday, March 15
1:15pm in the MPR
The concert will feature all original pieces by these student composers:
Jay S. Jared T. Hinako B. Mike W. Brady O. Kotaro U. Ning M. Alex K.
Parents are invited but seats are limited! If you would like to attend, please RSVP with Ms. Sammi Lee at slee@rollinghillsprep.org.
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PARENT ASSOCIATION EVENT: BOTTLE & BRUSH ON MARCH 23
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FIELD TRIP: 5-7TH GRADE TO SOUTH COAST BOTANICAL GARDEN ON MARCH 25
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Field Trip: RHP and Ren 5-7th grades to South Coast Botanic Garden
Date: Friday, March 25
Attire: Students should wear their PE shirt and shorts or pants. Closed toed shoes are a must.
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SPRING CLEANING DAY IS APRIL 16
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SAVE THE DATE: ART SHOW RECEPTION & NEW FAMILY DINNER IS APRIL 21
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Art Show Reception & New Family Dinner
Thursday, April 21, 2016 MPR
BBQ, 5pm Reception, 6pm-8pm
The annual Art Show is a celebration of the middle and high school visual arts at Rolling Hills Prep and Renaissance Schools. From drawing and painting to photography and design to mixed media and sculpture, Huskies will showcase pieces made in all of our art classes. This event is also a great way to meet our new families that will be joining us next school year.
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SAVE THE DATE: PERFORMING ARTS SHOWCASE IS APRIL 28
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Performing Arts Showcase
Thursday, April 28
6:30pm, MPR
Our most capable instrumentalists, vocalists and thespians delight us with their talents for one unforgettable evening. The line-up will also include recognition of our outstanding performing arts seniors. Don't miss it!
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Make sure to follow us on our social media for all the fun!
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat: @RHPandRen |
| Mandarin 4 students doing presentations on inventions in ancient China and Chinese history to students in World History.
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| 6th graders practicing Chinese calligraphy.
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| 12th grade art students went to Bergamont Station for a field trip last week.
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| Middle school Author's Luncheon
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| Los Angeles young adult writer Maurene Goo shared her story about becoming an author with our middle school students.
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| A big thanks to the parents that volunteered at the Author's Luncheon!
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| Applied Music Lab concert
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| SPEAK Club hosted an egg hunt for the 6th graders.
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| Congrats to the winners of the 8th grade math contest:
Katherine G., Lochlan B., Matthew C., Ben F., and Connie Z.
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| Mr. Spencer teaching class outdoors.
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| Egg baby projects in AP Psych
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SENIOR SPEECH: SAMANTHA R.
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Life consists of a series of events that take you out of your comfort zone. These events shape the person you are and the person you will grow to be. Throughout high school I began to see myself make a bigger effort to step out of my comfort zone. Everyone has had an experience that they are not completely at ease with. During the summer going into senior year, I was shipped off to Florida for an internship. I was completely on my own with the exception of my older cousin. At this internship I would be working with bugs. This was a joke to me because I could barely deal with the occasional spider in the bath tub without freaking out. How was I supposed to spend a month of summer surrounded by bugs in an unfamiliar place? The answer: I wouldn't. But not even I knew this upon my arrival...
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SCHOOL EVENTS
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March 23, 6:30-8pm PA Event: Bottle & Brush in MPR
March 24-25 Upper School Final Exams
March 28-April 11
Spring Break (No School, Office Open)
April 11
Teacher Professional Development Day
(No School, Office Open)
April 12 First Day of Trimester 3
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Visit our website to see the Athletics schedules.
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