 The Lower School Just Moves
Implementing An In-Class Physical Activity Program
Coach Beylo recently launched the Just Move program in the kindergarten through fourth grade classrooms. Just Move is an in-class physical activity break program that delivers short bursts of movement throughout the school day. The program offers easy ways for our teachers to seamlessly integrate learning objectives with physical activity. Just Move is part of a larger obesity prevention initiative, Choosing Healthy & Active Lifestyles for Kids. Not only does this program help fight obesity, but it also stimulates the students' minds for increased learning. Let's move!
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Kindergarten Gingerbread Fun
The Kindergarteners Search for Their Naughty Gingerbread Men
 "Run, run as fast as you can. You can't catch me, I'm the Gingerbread Man!" After making and baking gingerbread men, two naughty ones escaped the oven and took off. Mrs. Acosta's and Mrs. Lambrechts' kindergarten classes went on a search around campus looking for the very mischievous gingerbread men who played tricks on them and made a mess.
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Seventh Grade Collaborates and Climbs to New Heights at Ropes Course
The Entire Class Participates in Team Building Day
 Fifty-one seventh graders ventured down to FAU Campus Recreation Ropes Course on December 4. The students participated in team building activities with the entire class and then broke out into smaller groups. They practiced working together and encouraging one another to accomplish a common goal. They learned what it means to trust each other and the importance of trust in relationships. They completed their team building activities with an activity of climbing up telephone poles and walking a tight rope as their classmates supported them on the ground to ensure they didn't fall. Click here to view photos >>>
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Girls Varsity Basketball Earns League Title Second Consecutive Year
Rosarian Wins Palm Beach Independent School Athletic Conference Championship
 After an undefeated 2012 season, the girls varsity basketball team stepped on the court this year ready to play and defend their Palm Beach Independent School Athletic Conference Championship league title. Under Coach Jameson Olsen, the girls hold a 25-1 record over the last two years with back-to-back championships.
Both the semi-final and final tournament games were nail-biters as the Raiders won each game by one basket. Led by team players, Phoebe Cook (8th), Tara O'Brien (8th), Kate Driscoll (7th) and Harper Murphy (7th), Rosarian defeated The Benjamin School in the semifinal game 20-19 and won the championship game against Palm Beach Day Academy 19-18--after being down by one with less than a minute to play.
When asked what makes the Rosarian basketball team stand out, Coach Jameson Olsen said, "The girls played hard all season and never gave up in any game. The difference between my team and others is that the Rosarian Raiders know how to finish games. They have the will and drive of champions."
Congratulations girls varsity basketball team!
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Internationally Acclaimed Tenor John Matz Takes Stage with Rosarian Show Choir
Home for Christmas: Holiday Benefit Concert
From performing with the Washington National Opera and the Opera National de Bourdeaux to performing at Rosarian's Theater, internationally acclaimed tenor John Matz stole the show as he sang with the Rosarian Academy Show Choir on December 12th.
When John sang "I'll Be Home for Christmas," every member of the 250+ audience felt the warmth of "home" that Rosarian Academy gives each of us. There couldn't have been a more beautiful combination than the contrast of John's booming operatic voice with the soft angelic voices of the 42 Show Choir members accompanied by Mrs. Gay Dedo on the piano. Songs like "Mary Did you Know", "Pie Jesu," and "You Raise Me Up" touched the hearts and moved every person in the house.
We are most grateful to class of 1992 alum John Matz for returning home to give his time and talent to our school and community by performing this Holiday Benefit Concert to support Rosarian's Theater and Arts.
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A Kids Reading to Dogs Program Improves Skills
Puppy Tales with Jodi
 "Puppy Tales with Jodi" is a new program recently launched at Rosarian Academy to provide students practice and improve their reading skills. Students are invited to the library for one-on-one time with Jodi, Rosarian's three-year-old Golden Retriever. The objective of the program is to provide a relaxed atmosphere where students can practice their reading skills without fear or judgment.
On December 12, WPTV Channel 5 News reporter, Tania Rogers, spent a few hours on campus filming a "Making a Difference" story on Jodi and her service to our students. Click on the picture to the right to view the the news segment. |
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Rosarian Donates Over 1,000 Toys for Less Fortunate Children in Palm Beach County
2013 Holiday Toy Drive for Palm Beach County Health Department
 Giving is definitely better than receiving. That's the lifelong message that Rosarian Academy hopes to teach each of its students through the various service opportunities offered throughout the year. But there's an even greater focus on serving and giving during the holiday season in preparation for Christmas Day. For over ten years, the seventh grade class has led the school-wide effort to collect unwrapped toys for needy children in our community who may not otherwise receiving anything for Christmas. After spending two weeks collecting toys, on Monday, December 16, Rosarian students loaded a Palm Beach County Health Department truck with toys that will make over 1,000 children happy this Christmas.
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Lower School Christmas Pageant
Rosarian Celebrates The Birth of Jesus
Kindergarten through fourth grades filled the theater stage as they performed a Christmas Pageant in front of a packed house of family and friends on December 19. The fourth grade class narrated the story of Jesus' birth as all of the Kindergartners were dressed as the nativity characters, including Mary, Joseph, shepherds, wise men, star of Bethlehem, donkey, sheep, and angels. Directed by Mrs. Gay Dedo and choreographed by Liz DeMarco annd Francesca Coniglio, the entire Lower School filled the theater with the utmost enthusiasm and spirit that any Christmas celebration deserves.
Prior to the start of the pageant, the Rosarian band, directed by Mrs. Ilene Lederman Porter, played a few beautiful Christmas songs.
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 December Student of the Month
Congratulations Tara O'Brien
The Kiwanis Club of Palm Beach recognized eighth grader, Tara O'Brien, as the December Student of the Month at the monthly luncheon at the Chesterfield Hotel. Tara was selected based on excellence, character and leadership potential.
In Tara's speech at the luncheon, she expressed, "Thanks to the teachers, staff and coaches at Rosarian Academy who regularly challenge me and hold me accountable to myself, classmates, teammates and community...I have learned the importance of education, honesty, leadership, and about how helping others can make you happier than helping yourself." Tara was accompanied by her father, Andy O'Brien, mother, Toni O'Brien, guidance counselor, Sharyn Ayres, and basketball coach, Jameson Olsen. |
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Upcoming Rosarian Events
Rosarian Walks The Runway
 On January 18, 2013, Rosarian families will walk the runway in fashions from C. Orrico. Parents, students, alumni, faculty & staff will model at the Art Meets Fashion, Family Fashion Show at the Kravis Center. We love it when grandparents, past parents, and Rosarian friends join us, so be sure to sign up to model! If modeling isn't for you, please come enjoy the show and a wonderful lunch with catering by The Breakers. Show starts at 11:30 am. Come enjoy a fun afternoon, Chinese raffle and scope out the newest trends from C. Orrico. Click here to RSVP or sign up to be a model. Models must sign up before January 8.
Rosarian Students Take The Stage
First Class and coach tickets for RosAIRian Airlines go on sale January 23, 2014. The Talent Takes Flight, Talent Showcase will happen in our magnificent theater on February 22. Students have been practicing their songs, dance routines, dramatic comedies and musical instruments to ensure another fabulous Rosarian Talent Show. Be sure to book your flight early, as it's sure to fill up quickly. Click here for more info.
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The Four Door Fiat Is The Way to Ride in 2014
Your Chance to Win a Great Car and Support Our Great School
Thanks to the Arrigo Family, you have a chance to win a new four door Fiat 500L! Tickets can be purchased online by clicking here or in Rosarian's Front Office. They are 1 for $25 or 5 for $100. Not only do you have a chance to win a great car, but you are also helping our great school. Tell your friends and family about this fun opportunity to support Rosarian!
Tis the season for Christmas gifts! Fiat tickets make great stocking stuffers! Buy your tickets online before Christmas, then click here to print certificates to put in the stockings.
Purchase your tickets before February 18, 2014. The drawing will take place at the Talent Takes Flight, Talent Showcase on February 22, at about 4:00 pm.
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Rosarian Academy, founded in 1925, is a private, coeducational, Catholic school sponsored by the Adrian Dominican Sisters. Its mission is to educate the whole person for life in a global community in the light of Gospel values.
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