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November 2012 |
November News
Homecoming, Fall Activities, and Superstorm Sandy |
 | | Superstorm Sandy blows down a tree limb. (photo courtesy of T Ferencevych) |
 | | Downed tree limb was used to support benches around the fire pit. (photo courtesy of T Ferencevych) |
 | | Shohei N '14 celebrates his birthday at his guardian's house. (photo courtesy of T Westerduin) |
 | | S'mores and games (photo courtesy of T Ferencevych) |
 | | Brett, Chi, Zhou, and Chandler provide maintenance service on the Sackett Trail. (photo courtesy of W Mumford) |
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 | | Canoe-building (photo courtesy of T Ferencevych) |
Superstorm Sandy created havoc throughout the northeastern U.S. last week, knocking out power to millions of households, causing damage and road closings, creating lines at gas pumps, etc. While the storm was approaching, SKS's administrative team took measures to ensure the safety and health needs of students. Classes were suspended as of October 29th, and most students went to the homes of their families and guardians.Fortunately, SKS's campus sustained only minimal damage, including a huge tree limb that was blown down and roof tiles scattered about.
For the eleven students who chose to remain on campus, generators provided heat and minimal lighting and power to dormitories, the stalwart kitchen crew provided meals, and water that had been reserved was put to use. Economics teacher Taras Ferencevych invited students to his house to roast marshmallows in his fireplace and make s'mores. A lighted basement provided an opportunity for students to begin working on a canoe-building project. Several students and teachers hiked in nearby Black Rock Forest. Another group, led by Physics Teacher Warren Mumford, trimmed trees, cut logs, and cleared branches that had fallen on the Sackett Trail in Black Rock Forest. They also had time to visit Echo Rock and view the skyline of NYC as well as experience the echo across Sutherland's Pond. Some students used the time to study or to work on college applications.
Throughout the five days following the storm, water, power, phones, and internet were restored to campus. Students began trickling back to campus on November 2nd in time to take their SATs, and most students had returned by November 5th, when classes resumed. With many people throughout the Northeast still waiting for power and other necessities, the SKS community feels fortunate and appreciative to all of those whose hard work and dedication helped us weather the storm.
The Admissions Team cordially invites prospective students and their families to attend an Open House. Open Houses begin in Orr Commons in the center of campus (follow signs) at 10:00 AM promptly. After brief welcoming remarks, you will tour our beautiful campus and receive a description of our programs. You will see a short video and participate in a discussion about the application process. Closing remarks will take place about 12:00. Please call 845-534-9860 to request more information or leave your name and telephone number to register.
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Spirit Week Provides Opportunity to Display SKS Loyalty and Fun |
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Homecoming Weekend Brings Alumni Back to Campus
 | | Pajama Day (photo courtesy of A Penecale) |
Many students dressed in fun fare for Spirit Week, as a run-up to Homecoming Weekend. The weekend of October 5-7, the School welcomed the return of alumni to campus, including young alumni and wrestlers who were present for the raising of the 2011-12 HVAL Championship banner, and older alumni from decades ago. The wrestling team had finished the 2012 HVAL season with a perfect 6-0 record, defeating nationally-ranked Kiski School. For more on The Storm King Wrestling Program's rise to prominence among Class B New England prep schools, click here.
Several other teams competed on
 | | Twin Day (photo courtesy of A Penecale) |
Saturday of homecoming weekend. The cross country running team hosted a meet involving several schools, and girls volleyball and boys varsity soccer also sported matches against formidable opponents.
 | | JV Soccer Game (photo courtesy of D O'Neill) |
 | | Cougars raise the banner (photo courtesy of W Shovan) |
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SKS Community Views Many Heavenly Bodies |
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Students Receive One-on-One Tutoring Through the Telescope
Warren Mumford and his physics and astronomy students are at it again. They have been gathering at SKS's Cobbs-Matthiessen Observatory for evening viewings of Globular Cluster M13, Elusive Ring Nebula, Lunar Terminator, Andromeda Galaxy, and more! Mr. Mumford, an enthusiastic member of two astronomical societies, is known for his ability to bring the sky down to a level that anyone can understand. As a matter of fact, not only has Mr. Mumford offered telescope viewings to everyone on campus, but he has also offered a series of astronomy workshops to teens and adults in the local community through the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum. This fall, Mr. Mumford is tinkering with a new camera that will allow viewers to capture what they see through the telescope. What a great opportunity for all SKS students!
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Students Showcase Talents in Parents Weekend Performance |
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Piano, Vocals, Instrumentals, Bands, Videos, and Multimedia Leave Audience Clapping Wildly! 
The Parents Weekend Performance on October 19th gave SKS students a chance to show off many developing skills. The evening began with Martin Smith's and Artist-in-Residence Jim Resink's piano students and vocal students gracing parents, friends, faculty and classmates with musical selections ranging from quite lovely and lilting to boisterous and energizing! The audience showed its appreciation between pieces by whispering the sounds of rustling leaves, as suggested, so as to not break the concentration of the musicians. Afterwards, enthusiastic clapping showed how impressed listeners were with the talents that students had displayed.
But there was much more to come in the way of a saxophone, clarinet, violin, guitars, videos, and even multimedia presentations! Frank Annunziata's SKS Creative Arts Center students had been busy. Audience applause rose in decibels at the array, from classic Beatles songs to creations written by students themselves, including a stop motion video, motion graphic design, and a video suspense thriller, all of which induced wild clapping from the audience! Click on the above links and here to see the videos for yourself on SKS's Creative Arts Center You Tube channel.
 
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Save the Date!
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Frankenstein is Coming!
 | | Poster by Bobby C '14 |
This fall, The Storm King School's Department of Performing Arts will present Frankenstein, by Tim Kelly, based on the classic novel by Mary Shelley. Director Anne Fulton noted, "Rehearsals are underway and are progressing well! The eight students who were cast in the play are hard at work, interpreting the complex dialogue. They are dedicated to bringing Frankenstein to life, in all its terrifying glory!"
Performance dates are December 7, 8, & 9 in the Walter Reade, Jr., Theatre. Evening performances are at 7:30 PM and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors and children under 12. Visiting middle school students may obtain a free ticket by telephoning the Admissions Office at 845-534-9860. For all other ticket information, call 845-534-4135.
*The performance dates have been postponed due to Hurricane Sandy (appropriately referred to by some as "Frankenstorm").
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Open House Saturday, November 10th |
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Tour, Video, & Discussion with Students & Faculty
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The Admissions Team |
The Admissions Team cordially invites you to attend an Open House for prospective students and their families. The Open House will begin in Orr Commons at the center of The Storm King School campus.
This Open House will provide an opportunity to tour our beautiful campus. After the tour, you will see a short video about the School and participate in a discussion about the application process.
Open House Schedule:
10:00 Tour of Campus
11:15 SKS Video
11:30 Overview of Application Process and General Question
and Answer Session
12:00 Conclusion
Please contact the Office of Admissions for more information.
314 Mountain Road
Cornwall on Hudson, NY 12520
845-534-9860
admissions@sks.org
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Upcoming Open Houses
Saturday, December 1st, 10:00 AM-12:00 Noon
Saturday, January 26th, 10:00 AM-12:00 Noon
Monday, February 18th, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Open Houses generally start in Orr Commons in the center of The Storm King School campus. We will begin with a tour of the campus after brief welcoming remarks. You will learn about the School and its programs. After the tour, you will see a short video about the School and participate in a discussion about the application process. Participants at our Monday Open House will be invited to lunch in our dining hall.
It is helpful if you call (845-534-9860) to register in advance.
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Inside America Visits The Storm King School
Click here to view our school video.
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See you soon!
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 | | SKS students and faculty gather on top of Storm King Mountain. Photo courtesy of Taras Ferencevych. |
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| | Founded in 1867, The Storm King School celebrates a long tradition of helping students translate potential into success as they prepare for college and meaningful lives. Through academic classes, outstanding fine and performing arts, competitive and club sports, and interesting extracurricular activities, the faculty and staff offer students in grades 8-12 opportunities to enrich themselves through learning and confidence building. For college-bound students with learning differences, a small (22 students) school-within-a-school program called The Mountain Center, offers specialized, differentiated instruction in up to four core classes. Mountain Center students are full participants in the SKS community. In addition, The Learning Center offers support to any SKS student who needs extra help with study and organizational skills. Boarding and day options are available.
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Contact Information
To visit us on the web, click here.
Click here to see our new school video.
Email: admissions@sks.org
Phone: 800-225-9144 (in the U.S.) or 845-534-9860
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