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More Than One Reason to Come to This Thursday's Student Art Show
Reason #1: To see and discuss your own son's or daughter's artwork!
Yes, but also . . .
A report released recently by the
Arts Education Partnership (AEP) shows
connections between instruction in the arts and greater student achievement and
social development.
"It is clear that there are cognitive skills and motivational and communications
skills that are highly developed in arts learning -- skills that are applicable in
school settings," says Richard J. Deasy, director of the AEP, who edited the
compilation report.
Areas that instruction in the arts affects most are reading skills, language
development, and writing skills. Improvements in general academic skills also
show up and appear to reinforce those specific literacy-related developments.
Those general skills include focus and concentration, expression, persistence,
imagination, creativity, and "inclinations to tackle problems with zeal."
In addition, a variety of social skills accompanies learning in the arts and
engagement in arts activities, including positive social behaviors, the ability to
express emotions, courtesy, tolerance, conflict-resolution skills, the ability to
collaborate, and attention to moral development.
Several studies in the report dealt with the relationship between music and
language development. "Music itself is kind of a language," says the report.
Studies also have shown that music helps develop spatial reasoning, which is
used in both music and mathematics, it adds.
"I think this [report] makes it a matter of equality that all children have arts
education," says Deasy. "Involvement in quality arts learning is a key factor in
helping kids' academic success."
See you Thursday evening!
Correction:
An earlier version of this letter was sent out with the title "Welcome Back."
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Art Show
Thursday, April 19| 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
MPR
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Josten's Class Rings Rep On Campus
Friday, April 20| 12:30 p.m.-1:10 p.m.
Front of school - 11th Grade students will be able to meet with a Josten's representative to discuss ring options.
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Varsity Girls' Softball vs. New Roads
Monday, April 16
San Pedro Softball Complex
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Varsity Girls' Softball vs. Faith Baptist
Tuesday, April 17
San Pedro Softball Complex
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Varsity Girls' Softball vs. Mary Star
Thursday, April 19
Mary Star
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Varsity Girls' Softball vs. Hawthorne M&S
Friday, April 20
San Pedro Softball Complex
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POCIS
Parent Voices
May 5
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
SoCal POCIS is hosting Parent Voices this year at Westside Neighborhood School in Los Angeles. Please check their website for information on how to RSVP. Saturday, May 5, 2018 10am-1pm.
Parents and guardians who are involved in diversity, equity, and inclusion work at their independent schools will share their experiences and engage participants in meaningful dialogue and activities. Attendees will learn about effective ways to partner with their independent school communities and gain strategies for navigating the unique complexities of the independent school cultures.
Click the button below to view the event flyer.
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LD Symposium and College Night
Renaissance School is offering a college counseling evening that addresses how learning differences affect various aspects of application process and college life. Families will be provided with an in-depth explanation regarding college accommodations and learn how college admissions handles disability information.
In addition to key information regarding learning differences, admissions representatives from Lynn University, University of Denver, and University of La Verne will speak and answer questions.
This event is open to all Upper and Middle school families. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP with
Jill Brammah or click the button below for more information. The deadline to RSVP is April 20.
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College Financial Aid Workshop
Saturday, May 5
9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Chadwick School, Lecture Hall
26800 S Academy Dr,
Palos Verdes Peninsula, Ca 90274
We will have Financial Aid Workshop, Part I, with David Levy, Editor of Edvisors.com, for our 11th grade families on Saturday, May 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. We've partnered with Chadwick School to organize this event and have Mr. Levy speak to families.
Meet David Levy
We are thrilled to have Mr. Levy as our guest speaker this year. He has 30 years of experience as Director of Financial Aid at notable colleges, including Scripps College, California Institute of Technology and Occidental College. He has received more than 35 awards for his financial aid leadership and volunteer positions. Mr. Levy will also be guest speaker at
Financial Aid Workshop, Part II, scheduled for September.
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Come to the 2018 Student Art Show
Featuring Work By Upper and Middle School Artist Students
Come celebrate the work of all our students as the MPR is transformed into an amazing gallery of art. Art students will be presenting their artwork and be available to discuss the emotional and technical aspects of their pieces.
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Don't Forget to Sign Up For Summer Programs!
Our outstanding faculty, staff, and community partners have worked hard to put together interesting and engaging Summer programs that seek to educate, inspire, and entertain attendees. You can learn more and reserve your student's spot by visiting our website or clicking the "More Information" button below. Feel free to share this information with family and friends because these courses are open to students outside of the RHP and Ren community.
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 To celebrate Peter McCormack's 25-year tenure as Head of School at Rolling Hills Prep and Renaissance Schools, we have produced a brand new video with a great story to tell. The launch of the McCormack Fund for Financial Aid honors Peter's commitment to making our schools more accessible to a broader spectrum of students, enhancing the experience of every student as we prepare them for an increasingly diverse and complex world.
In addition to being featured as the "fund a need"
at this year's "British I
nvasion" gala
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online giving options are also available as of today.
The lin
k below will direct you to the video, as well as the opportunity to purchase tickets to "British Invasion," donate gala items, or to make a gift to The McCormack Fund for Financial Aid. We look forward to seeing you May 5th at the Crowne Plaza Redondo Beach.
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The Gala Is Coming - May 5
If you are interested in becoming a Sponsor or
Underwriter for the Event, please click the button below or contact Jill Notch at:
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Alex Garcia
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This past year I've started to love living here even more. I've become more connected with so many people and I've learned so much about different cultures and perspectives. I think my story shows that if you are dedicated and you work as hard as you can, opportunities will present themselves in some form. What you do with those opportunities is up to you.
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Mr. Rancont's music composition students had a concert highlighting their original works.
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Alex Garcia was offered a four-year athletic scholarship to California State Dominguez Hills.
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