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Mrs. Holden travels to Costa Rica, brings back experiences of a lifetime
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Fourth grade teacher Mrs. Holden recently returned from her trip to Costa Rica and Panama as part of her activities as a
Grosvenor Teacher Fellow
with the National Geographic Society, and is still buzzing with ideas and enthusiasm from her experience.
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Second graders use simple machines to capture Cupid
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With memories and candies from Valentine’s Day still fresh, the second graders capped off their unit on simple machines by combining them to build contraptions that can catch Cupid.
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Junior earns pilot's license
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Congratulations to Ethan, a junior who received his pilot’s license last week.
This is the culmination of a process that began when Ethan was a young boy.
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Upper School students present at Girls Global Summit
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Congratulations to the Upper School students who presented at last weekend's Girls Global Summit at the University of the Incarnate Word.
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Third-graders receive award from Association of Fundraising Professionals
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Fourth grader and fifth grader receive Girl Scout Bronze Award
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4th Grade potato sale results
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Wow! This year's 4th grade potato sale raised $1,000, Mrs. Holliday reports.
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Ordering lunch,
en español
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Here's a tasty field trip: Señora Greenfield took her Spanish 1 students to Tommy's Restaurant, where the entire visit took place in Spanish.
¡Muy bien hecho! (Well done!)
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Online book sale supports Keystone
From Lower School Librarian and Literacy Coach Mrs. Denny:
Dear Keystone Community,
In the past, I have offered Scholastic book flyers through the library, but now that I’m working with Follett, I thought I’d offer you a chance to order books periodically through their eBook Fair option. This is not to replace the on-site book fairs we have in November and April/May. It’s just another opportunity to put more books into students’ hands and to support the library.
Books range from Pre-K to 8th grade.
Sales begin February 17 and end February 23.
Books ship to the school within five business days of February 23, and you pay no shipping.
Choose your child's classroom teacher or MS English teacher or me (Carolyn Denny) for book delivery purposes.
If asked to enter a code, it is M6K7X.
Thank you for your support!
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Class of 1970 Reunion
From the Reunion Committee:
Dear Keystone Friends—
Your Alumni Committee thanks those who have sent in checks for the May 30, 2020, REUNION!
Off to a good start! 30 people were excited to say YES to attending, but we have only received checks to cover 12 including spouses. The check you mail in is your confirmation for attending.
We understand it can be a challenge to plan so far in advance, but pause for a moment and realize all the years that have passed and how this event may be the best opportunity to see many people you were in school with 50 years ago. March 15 is our deadline with La Fonda for planning the event based on numbers of people who will attend. We’d love to see you there!
Make check for $15 per person to Keystone School. Mail to 119 E. Craig St., San Antonio, Texas 78212.
In the memo line of your check be sure to write “MAY 30 REUNION.”
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Keystone fanwear available
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Good news – Keystone apparel is now for sale in TWO locations!
On campus:
we have an apparel closet located in the Development Office, on the second floor of Founders Hall. We have adult and youth t-shirts and full-zip sweatshirts, in addition to dri-fit hats. We also have Keystone Yetis and Hydroflasks available for purchase.
Vivroux Sports
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Adidas merchandise is available for purchase at Vivroux Sports, located at 2222 Breezewood Blvd in Alamo Heights. They carry additional tshirts, sweatshirts, shorts, drawstring backpacks, and more!
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Billy's Blog: From the Head of School
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“It’s not only moving that creates new starting points. Sometimes all it takes is a subtle shift in perspective, an opening of the mind, an intentional pause and reset, or a new route to start to see new options and new possibilities.”
–Olympic gold medalist Kristin Armstrong
For three days last week, members of the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS) visited Keystone as part of the school’s 10-year accreditation process, and their feedback was gratifying: “We really like your students.” “You have excellent teachers!” “Your parents love the school!” “Your Board is outstanding!”
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Meet the Faculty: Upper School Creative Writing Teacher Alicia Ortega
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Position:
Upper School Creative Writing teacher
Education:
BA Stanford (English, Human Biology minor), MFA Louisiana State (Creative Writing)
Why do you like working here:
The respect and support our students give each other is humbling. I also love to read everyone's work and watch writers further develop their own unique voices.
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Important Events and Notes
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Arts Festival breakfast sale
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Support the students participating in the upcoming ISAS Arts Festival at the next breakfast sale on Tuesday, Feb. 25 before school begins, next to Nurse Penny's office.
On the menu: breakfast tacos, donuts and hot chocolate.
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Arts Festival ice cream sale
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Students participating in the ISAS Arts Festival are putting on an ice cream sale on Thursday, Feb. 27 during Middle and Upper School lunch periods.
Regardless of the weather, it's always a good time for ice cream.
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Online lunch payments
If your family buys hot lunch here at Keystone, please remember that all payments must be made online with our food contractor, Cafeteria Services.
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Support Keystone while you shop on Amazon
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When you shop on Amazon, please use
AmazonSmile
and designate Keystone as the beneficiary. This way, your savings can help your school.
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We want to hear from you!
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If you have news to share about the students, alumni, faculty or staff at Keystone School, please send it to:
etijerina@keystoneschool.org
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