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Inspiring Minds to Learn, Hearts to Love and Hands to Serve
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"Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious"
BRAVO MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS!
Their performance of
Mary Poppins, Jr.
was marvelous! On Friday evening, the CES community got to hear classics like "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" and "Let's Go Fly a Kite." Between Bert (played by Wells T.) touting that a chimney sweep's view is the best around, Mary Poppins (played by Caitlyn L.) telling us that sometimes all it takes is a spoonful of sugar, and George Banks (played by Logan K.) finding out that money isn't everything, we were reminded that life is about the simple things like time with family and friends. Thank you Mrs. Dunn, our middle school music teacher/musical director for all your hard work!
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Cardinal Character Trait: Perseverance ~
"We were made to persist; that's how we find out who we are."
-Tobias Wolff
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In the Week Ahead:
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| 4/17: |
Enrichment Classes
3:30-4:30pm
Tiny Chefs
Preschool Soccer
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| 4/18: |
Optional Parent/Teacher Conferences |
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NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS |
| 4/19: |
Good Friday - SCHOOL CLOSED |
| 4/22: |
Easter Monday - SCHOOL CLOSED |
| 4/23: |
6th Grade to Mount Vernon 8:30am-3:00pm |
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Faculty Professional Development Training 3:300-5:00pm |
| 4/24: |
7th Grade Parent Meeting 8:00am |
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Enrichment Classes
3:30-4:30pm
Tiny Chefs
Preschool Soccer
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Click for calendar details
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A Message from the Head of School:
Dear CES Families,
What a gorgeous day! I hope you have been enjoying the nice spring weather. This time of year makes me think of the hymn "All Things Bright and Beautiful." Though not official, we like to consider it our "school song."
All things bright and beautiful, all creatures great and small,
All things bright and beautiful, the Lord God made them all.
Each little flower that opens, each little bird that sings,
He made their glowing colors, he made their tiny wings.
It is fun to see all of God's "glowing colors," emerging after the winter. The bright green of the leaves during this time of year is one of my favorite colors. Of course it also means that the hostas are coming up in my yard. They seem to be our local deer's favorite main dish. So, those lovely, dream-like and annoying beasts are back again! They are not one of my favorites of God's "bright and beautiful creatures."
The middle school had a successful showing of
Mary Poppins, Jr.
last week. I am always impressed by the talents that suddenly emerge during our annual musicals. Second grade is once again hatching chicks in their classroom Rent-A-Coop, and many of the spring field trips are gearing up. All of these events are a signal of spring time and also the rapidly approaching end to the year.
This week is Holy Week in the Episcopal Church. Please remember that tomorrow, Thursday, April 18 is a professional work day with no school for students. Teachers are spending the day with many of you in parent-teacher conferences. In honor of our most holy days in the Christian church, we are also closed for Good Friday, April 19, and Easter Monday, April 22. For those of you who are entering into this holy time as a part of your family's faith traditions, I hope you feel God's light and peace, as well as, His hope for us during this sacred time.
With love and gratitude,
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HAPPY EASTER FROM CES!
Extended Day has a blast yesterday on their Egg Scavenger Hunt!
Kindergartner Nolan Y. (pictured above, right) was happy to report that he found an egg of every color, but the best part was eating the jelly beans afterward!
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Or check out the
brochure for more information.
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GOLF CLINIC
with PGA Professional Kent Keith
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On Tuesday May 7, 2019, after Christ Episcopal School hosts its 23rd Annual Golf Classic at Blue Mash Golf Club,
we are hosting a golf clinic for parents and children! We'd like to invite you to participate in both events.
Kent Keith (https://swingtheclub.com/) is the PGA professional at Blue Mash who will conduct the clinic; he can only accommodate 12 golfers, so register early to claim your spot!
The grill will be open for food and beverage purchases before and after the clinic. To confirm your places in the clinic, please contact Bob Treseler ([email protected]) with the number of participants, and leave payment with Maggie Schneider in the Front Office.
DETAILS:
- The cost is only $40 for two participants
- One parent is required to participate with their child or children
- Transportation to and from Blue Mash is a family responsibility
Contact Bob Treseler if you have any questions regarding either the Classic or the Clinic.
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VISITING AUTHOR ORDER FORM
"Tadcaster and the Bullies"
by Richard Rutherford, illustrated by Jennifer Rutherford
Local author Richard Rutherford and his wife Jennifer (illustrator) will visit the lower school on Tuesday, May 7th as part of CES' Young Author and Fine Arts Festival. Students will hear first-hand how the Rutherfords were inspired to write and illustrate their first book. The book is filled with surprises as two siblings befriend a small dog who helps them navigate some neighborhood bullies. The siblings quickly learn that this is no ordinary dog.
Students may purchase a copy of the book ahead of time for $10.00 a copy. Checks may be made out to Christ Episcopal School. Order forms are due no later than April 30th. The books will be delivered on May 7th and may be personalized by the author.
Click here to pre-order.
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3rd & 4th Grade ERB Schedule
Monday 4/29
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8:30-9:30am
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Verbal Reasoning (35 min)
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| 10:30-11:30am |
3rd grade - Auditory Comprehension (40-60 minutes)
4th grade - Vocabulary (20 minutes) |
Tuesday 4/30
| 8:30-9:30am |
Writing Concepts (42 min) |
| 10:30-11:30am |
Quantitative Reasoning (45 min) |
Wednesday 5/1
| 8:30-9:30am |
Writing Mechanics (30 min) |
| 10:30-11:30am |
Math I (35 min) |
Thursday 5/2
| 8:30-9:30am |
Reading Comprehension (40 min) |
| 10:30-11:30am |
Math Part II (35 min) |
Please contact Trina Gandal with any questions! [email protected]
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Psssst!
School Closes a Week Early This Year,
Don't Be Caught Without a Plan!
Special Week of Summer Fun
June 3-7
Spaces Limited. Register Today!
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For Current K-4th graders
Theme: Art Fiesta
Teacher: Ms. Vargas
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For Current Preschoolers
Theme: Down on the Farm
Teacher: Ms. McCormick
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AND BE SURE TO CHECK OUT ALL OUR SUMMER FUN!
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Celebrating Earth Day
In chapel last week, we celebrated Earth Day (which is on April 22) a little early. Students shared nature poems and learned about Sequoia trees. During chapel, the whole school formed a circle about 95 feet in circumference, the same as that of a giant Sequoia tree. Thanks to Mrs. Medema and her 4th grade class for organizing such an interactive celebration of God's creation!
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"Chick" It Out!
Last week, the chicks from Rent-A-Coop arrived in 2nd Grade! One of the Gala prizes is to be the first to take them home for a weekend. At the Gala back in February, the Rose Family won, and got to take Salt and Pepa home this past weekend. Brennan ('16) and Zachary ('19) really had fun with them (and, no incidents with their 2 cats!)
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Free Ways to Support CES
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Simply do your Amazon shopping
CES receives up to 15%!
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Have you been clipping Boxtops? Keep it up! You can drop them off in the main office anytime.
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Please link your Harris Teeter
VIC Card by asking
your cashier to use our school code
OR
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Please link your Giant Bonus Card using our school ID at
GiantFood.com
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Thank you for your support!
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S T U D E N T S P O T L I G H T
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A few weeks ago, Jacqueline M. (19) performed in Imagination Stage Performance Ensemble's presentation of
The Secret In The Wings. She and the rest of the cast rehearsed for most of the winter.
In March, all their hard work came to fruition. They had brilliant performances Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings to a packed and enthusiastic theater crowd!
Here she is pictured on stage (center) with her co-stars.
Way to go Jacqueline!
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YMM Art Space
April Newsletter
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Outdoor Acrylic Painting Field Trip -
Students will explore the scenery around Lake Anne then work with acrylics to paint the landscape from observation. Price Includes art supplies, art instruction, snacks, and transportation. Students are responsible for their own lunch and personal supplies such as sunscreen and bug spray. Enrollment is now open.
Date: Fri, April 19, 2019
Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Ages: 10-16
Price: $40
Girl Scout Price: $35
Location: Lake Anne in Reston, VA
YMM SPONSORED CAMPS AT CES
NEW DISCOUNT OPPORTUNITY
We are offering a new discount opportunity for camps and classes. In our Referral
Reward Program, if you refer a student and then the student enrolls in either a camp
or a class, you can receive a $10 credit. This offer begins for 2019 Summer and Teen
camps. If you've already enrolled in a summer camp for 2019 and referred a friend,
contact [email protected] to receive the $10 credit. This offer is only applicable for
referred new students. There is no limit to referrals!
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