Subject: SFS MS Tuesday Letter 5-29-12
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Date: Mon, 28 May 2012 23:30:00 -0400

Tuesday - May 29, 2012

		

		

		 

					

								From the School
                                
                                This Week's Query

	How do I integrate Quaker values into my daily life?
Notes from Sally

	The 5/6 orchestra and 6th grade chorus will give their spring concert on Thursday evening at 7 PM.  It will be repeated for the assembly on Friday afternoon at 2:30.  All are welcome for either performance.
	 
	The final 5/6 math club meeting of the year is today.
	 
	Fifth grade parents, we are looking forward to seeing you tomorrow afternoon at the Knighting Ceremony.  The program begins at 2:40 in the theater and will finish at 3:15.  This is an all-school assembly, so 6th, 7th and 8th graders will be in the audience as well.  Following the ceremony there will be a 45-minute break before the Medieval Festival begins in the Meeting Room.  Parents whose younger children are arriving on the shuttle from Lower School should meet them in the garage.  Otherwise, students and families should use this break to pack belongings that are going home and either take them to your car or leave them in the homeroom (please do not leave backpacks in the halls around the Meeting Room.)  This is also the time for students to change into their costumes.  The festival begins at 4 PM. 
	 
	The last 7/8 dance will be held Friday night in the Dining Room from 7:30 - 10 PM.  Eighth graders will be celebrated at dinner before the dance, beginning at 6:30.  A reminder to all that the regular school dress code applies for the evening.
	 
	6th grade parents, we will see you next Monday afternoon for the World Expo.  The program begins in the Meeting Room at 4 PM and then moves to the Middle School.  This is a wonderful opportunity for students to showcase their academic work from the year!
	 
	Parents will remember that the School has initiated a new concussion policy this spring.  Baseline testing for all students currently enrolled in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade is taking place this spring during PE classes.  This information will be held to be used in case of future injury.  Questions should be directed to the Athletics Department.
	 
	8th grader Sam Blazes was one of the eight Middle School winners out of more than 3700 entrants in the National STEM Video Game Challenge.  His &quot;Battle of the Bugs:  Genes Rule!&quot;  game won in the category of Written Game Design Incorporating STEM Themes.  Great job, Sam!!  See more about the contest at the website: http://stemchallenge.org
	 
	Summer reading lists are now posted on the SFS Middle School website under the Library section.  Please note the required books for each grade level. 
	 
	The best thank you that a teacher can receive at the end of the year is a letter of thanks from students and parents. As you write these, I would love to place a copy in the teacher&#39;s file - send these to my attention in the office as well. I also welcome your reflections on your child&#39;s year and suggestions for ways that we can improve the Middle School experience.
Instrumental Music Notes

	5/6 Full Orchestra and 6th Grade Handchime Choir mandatory rehearsal: Tuesday May 29th Arts Center 2:30 &ndash; 5 pm. Refreshments provided.

	5/6 Full Orchestra and 6th Grade Handchime Choir Dress Rehearsal: Thursday 8:15-9:15 Arts Center

	5/6 Full Orchestra and 6th Grade Handchime Choir SHOW: Thursday 7 PM Call Time 5:30 PM Arts Center

	5/6 Full Orchestra and 6th Grade Handchime Choir SHOW: Friday 2:30 PM Call Time 1:15 Arts Center

	Knighting Ceremony Handchime Choir Rehearsal: Tuesday 8:15 Arts Center, Knighting Ceremony Wednesday 2:30 Arts Center
Choral Music Notes

	7/8 Chorus Rehearsals

	Wednesday, May 30th: Boys Ensemble &ldquo;end of season breakfast&rdquo; 7:25

	During rehearsal period: ALL singers are invited to enjoy yummy refreshments and celebrate the end of the year by watching the video of the concert.
Vertical Voices Playback Theatre Interest Meeting for Rising 8th Grade Students & Playback Theatre Festival to be hosted at Sidwell Friends School fro

	Attention rising 8th grade students! SFS boasts one of the very few Playback Theatre student troupes in the world! Consider participating in this all-8th grade troupe next year &ndash; Vertical Voices Playback Theatre. An interest meeting will be held Friday, June 1 from 11 &ndash; 11:30 am in the MS Drama Studio. For more information, contact Tim Reagan, MS drama teacher at [email-masked].

	 
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								PA Announcements
                                
                                June 1 - Last 7/8 dance of the year!

	June 1- Get ready to dive into summer with the last 7/8 dance of the year!  Join the fun in our under the sea fantasy from 7:30 -10:00 p.m!  We could use a lot of help to set this one up.  Any parents or students who can contribute an hour (or more)  in the afternoon please contact Shelley Schonberger ( [email-masked]) or Gretchen Sierra-Zorita ( [email-masked]).

Help welcome next year's new MS students at the June 3 Scavenger Hunt and Ice Cream Social

	Did you know that 35 new students are coming to Middle School next fall (in addition to the rising 5th graders!)?  We need your help welcoming them: new 6th, 7th &amp; 8th graders are invited to a Scavenger Hunt and Ice Cream Social from 3 to 5pm on Sunday, June 3.  Current students will show new kids around the campus. This is a great chance to get to know the new families and enjoy some ice cream with friends.  If you can help, please contact Lisa Ward ([email-masked]) or Nicole Halbreiner; MS Welcoming CoClerks.  Thank you!  MS Welcoming Committee

							
							
								Other News 
                                
                                Kick-off summer by playing in the Sidwell Friends School Golf Tournament!

	Join fellow parents, teachers and alumni on Monday, June 18 at 1 PM for a great day of golf while raising money for student financial aid at the Kenwood Country Club. We welcome players of all levels and we encourage you to bring your family for a great day of golf and fun. Your afternoon on the course will be followed by a cocktail reception and award ceremony. Don&#39;t worry if you don&#39;t have someone to play with because we will be creating teams for people that sign up as an individual. For more info and to register...
 Read MoreCommunity Service Corner

	MS Service Day Success! A huge thank you to all who generously donated toiletries and personal care items. The teachers and students of Team Sky sorted and bagged an incredible amount of items for clients of A Wider Circle. This effort would not have been possible without your help!
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									 Calendar

									

												
												
	Wed, May 30th 
		
				Knighting Ceremony 
				
				AC Theater
				2:30pm

				

		
				Medieval Festival 
				
				Robert L. Smith Meeting Room
				4:00pm - 6:00pm

				

	Thu, May 31st 
		
				6th grade chorus, 5/6 instrumental concert 
				
				AC Theater
				7:00pm

				

	Fri, Jun 1st 
		
				US Exams 

				

				

		
				6th grade chorus, 5/6 instrumental concert 
				
				AC Theater
				2:30pm

				

		
				7/8 Dinner Dance 
				
				US Dining Room
				6:30pm - 10:00pm

				

	Mon, Jun 4th 
		
				US Exams 

				

				

		
				6th Grade World Expo 
				
				Robert L. Smith Meeting Room
				4:00pm - 4:30pm

				

		
				6th Grade World Expo 
				
				Middle School
				4:30pm - 5:30pm

				

	Tue, Jun 5th 
		
				US Exams 

				

				

	Wed, Jun 6th 
		
				US Exams 

				

				

		
				All-School PA Executive Committee Meeting 
				
				Athletic Center Meeting Room
				8:00am - 9:00am

				

	Thu, Jun 7th 
		
				US Exams 

				

				

	Fri, Jun 8th 
		
				US Exams 

				

				

	Mon, Jun 11th 
		
				Middle School Last Day 

				

				

		
				Upper School Last Day 

				

				

		
				Lower School 4th Grade Closing Ceremony 

				9:00am

				

		
				Lower School PK - 3 Last Day 

				9:00am - 12:00pm

				

		
				Middle School Closing Ceremony 
				
				AC Theater
				7:00pm

				

	Tue, Jun 12th 
		
				Upper School Commencement 

				10:30am

				

	Mon, Jun 18th 
		
				IA Golf Tournament 
				
				Off campus

				

				

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