The Monthly Newsletter of St. Christopher's
This monthly newsletter is a companion piece to our biannual print publication. In it we highlight the boys' successes in academics, arts and athletics. You can access the archive on our website.
A Service of Lessons and Carols
Students and faculty from all three divisions of the school participated in this year's Service of Lessons and Carols, held on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at River Road Church, Baptist. If you were not able to attend, or if you would like to watch again, the music from the service is now available online. Download the service leaflet here

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Pursuing Academic Excellence

"Poetry Out Loud" competition held in Upper School Library
 
On Dec. 1, six Upper School boys recited poems to qualify for the state and national "Poetry Out Loud" competitions that will take place this spring.  READ MORE AND WATCH

Fall issue of "PaperBoy," the Middle School magazine, now available

"PaperBoy," the Middle School magazine, is now available online. Stories include a review of the Middle School play "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," an article on History teacher Jon Piper's trip to Israel and a Q & A with teaching intern Pat Wood.  READ MORE

Third-grade BUILD project marks the completion of Global Read Aloud book

Just before the Thanksgiving break, Jen O'Ferrall's 3rd-grade reading group completed a BUILD (Boys Using Innovation to Learn and Design) project. The boys worked with the Learning Commons team on an activity to celebrate the completion of this year's Global Read Aloud book, Fenway and Hattie. The boys had a blast building and uncovering clues!

New Chinese course empowers boys with global connections 

A new Mandarin Chinese course, taught by Hanna Zhu, involves a cultural exchange with students in Changsha, Hunan Province, in China. Video chat sessions - which are held one-on-one every two weeks as a homework assignment - last between 10 and 20 minutes and are supported by an app called WeChatREAD MORE AND WATCH
Creative Pursuits
Lower School musical ensembles perform

In December, the 3rd- grade choir sang at River Road Presbyterian Church and the joint 5th-grade strings ensemble performed at the Jefferson Hotel.  WATCH


"Training the Eye" with Raleigh Burger '23

Seventh grader Raleigh Burger is a budding photographer and a train enthusiast. His photos of trains are featured in the latest Middle School curated art exhibit.  READ MORE
Seven Saints chosen for All-District Chorus

The Virginia Choral Director's Association has chosen seven Upper School boys for the region one All-District Chorus. These Saints will perform with top singers from across Virginia at an event in April.  READ MORE

For All the Saints
Up Close with Mohamed Ismacil '18, international student from Somaliland

Mohamed Ismacil discusses his reasoning for studying abroad in the United States and how he hopes to serve as a role model for young people in his home country of Somaliland.   READ MORE
Up Close with Max Nabokow '19, international student from Germany

Max Nabokow reflects on his first semester at St. Christopher's, noting the differences in school life here compared to his experience back home in Germany.  READ MORE
Michael Hylton '18, student and first responder 

Hylton, a senior, has accumulated more than 800 on-duty hours with the Tuckahoe Volunteer Rescue Squad - while keeping his grades up and applying to college.  READ MORE
Marshall Croft '98 talks in Upper School chapel in observance of Veteran's Day

Croft, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, shared from his experiences aboard a nuclear submarine and encouraged the boys to thank veterans for their service.  READ MORE
Holiday shopping at the Bookstore
Regular bookstore hours: Monday - Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4 p.m. 

The Bookstore will close on Wednesday, Dec. 20, at 12 p.m. 
and reopen on Wednesday, Jan 3.

Make the most of your holiday shopping at Murrell  Bookstore  this Christmas!

With a full staff, expanded hours and abundant inventory, the  bookstore is your one-stop shop for all the Saints on your list!  From socks and outerwear to glassware and wrapping paper, there is something for everyone.
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