Click the link above to view this week's message from Head of School Dave McCusker. |
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Already Thinking about Holiday Travel?
In consideration of our community’s Social Compact, please take a few minutes to watch the video message above, wherein Head of School Dave McCusker addresses the issue of travel during the upcoming holidays – as well as welcoming guests from afar. (Note: the link to which he refers in his message can be found HERE.)
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Collaborating in Elemental Art
For their recent project, Ms. Henderson's Elemental Art students were tasked with utilizing collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Together, students generated an idea and had to to decide how to best communicate that idea—as well as the emotions behind the idea—visually. Their concept was based on the feeling of being overwhelmed while watching the news. They elected to work in “installation” because that medium would enhance the viewer's experience and further emphasize the feeling of being overwhelmed. (Fun fact: Installation art is the term for works, in which the whole space is considered a single unified artwork. It's different from a gallery room filled with works by multiple artists. The installation is one cohesive work of art.) Students divided up the work--some worked on creating a video that mashed and overlapped a series of clips from the news until they were indiscernible, while others covered boards with newspapers on which the video would be projected. Still others considered (and later executed) lighting, assessing how the viewer would experience the space. The full installation was created in the back art room, but a small portion of it is currently on display in the Mafrici Family Gallery. Their work demonstrates the power of collaboration and encourages the viewer to reflect on the content and emotion of current events.
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Imaginary Lands
Third graders wrapped up their social studies unit on maps with some fun activities this week. Students created their own maps of “imaginary lands” that included elements such as a title, compass rose, and map key. They also learned about coordinate grids, latitude, and longitude. To understand why coordinate grids are important, students also learned about the ways different types of workers might use coordinate grids in their jobs (for example, sailors, pilots, captains of cruise ships, etc.) Finally, they practiced their newfound knowledge of latitude and longitude with a rousing game of Battleship!
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As a follow-up to the 4/5 Bridge Humanities lessons on our United States Government and the recent passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, fifth-grade student Anya came to school last week wearing a very special shirt. Take look! |
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A Lesson in Ecosystems = New Vocabulary Words!
This week in the Bridge, students have been learning about ecosystems. The first step was to learn some new vocabulary words! (Omnivore, herbivore, producer, consumer, photosynthesis, climatic zones...just to name a few!) Fifth-grade students created a food web using Alaska as the location of the plants and animals. Fourth graders created a food chain using the monarch butterfly as the cornerstone. Now, they are embarking on individual research projects for next week. One fourth grader, Carter, suggested that each student build a food chain and then display them on the wall, connecting the different food chains into food webs so they can see how they all intersect. The fifth graders will support this project by building the ecosystems that support these food chains, using their knowledge of geography and climate to make sure each food chain is displayed accurately in the right habitat. Great teamwork Bridge students!
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Final Flu Clinic Reminder!
A pharmacist from Kinney Drugs will be on campus Thursday, October 22, from 11: 00 a.m. to 2: 00 p.m., to administer flu vaccines to Middle and Upper School students and employees in the gym. This is the link to register. Because of our health and safety protocols, there are no drop-ins this year; you MUST register.
There will be a second Flu Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, October 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This is intended for Lower School students and faculty, but everyone is welcome as long as participants register using this link.
Registrants should park in the McNeil lot and then enter through the Phoenix doors.
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The Counting Challenge!
Sixth-grade French students are learning their numbers this week, so to make things a bit more interesting, they were given an optional challenge to count in French while performing any activity...with "any" being the operative word! Take a look at the video on the right!
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Juggling Weather and Physical Distancing
When rain keeps our students inside during PE, our innovative educators spring into action with a plan B. And that's exactly what happened on this past rainy Tuesday. Second- and third-grade students worked on their juggling skills with bean bags and scarves in a physically distanced PE class in the gym. Perhaps we'll see a live performance soon!
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Fifth-Grader Provides a Helping Hand to Native Plant Committee
The Native Plant Committee was on campus Sunday working on the native planting beds. Fifth grader Taeyang was there to help by planting seeds in the bed near the Farmhouse and by mulching and watering the new plantings in the STEAM Park beds.
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We "Love" These Tennis Photos (get it?)
With thanks to our very talented photographer, Chuck Wainwright '74, we've captured some amazing shots of our Varsity Tennis team in action.
Take a look at the photo gallery on the left.
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In Case You Missed It!
On Wednesday, MPH trustee and epidemiologist Dr. Shannon Magari Leggat returned to our MPH Conversations series with an informative presentation, The Science of COVID-19, a Community’s Response, and What Lies Ahead. After an intriguing presentation, Dr. Magari Leggat graciously answered questions from the virtual audience. If you were unable to attend, we recommend that you watch the recording by clicking in the link on the right. Many thanks to Dr. Magari Leggat for her continued support and for keeping our community informed!
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Introducing The MPH Virtual Comment Box
In keeping with the spirit of our Social Compact, it's important to remember that we're all in this together! And as we continue to support one another to maintain a safe environment for our community members, please know that your feedback is always welcome! Should you have questions, comments, or feedback to share, simply click on the image to the left to submit a form. You can choose to keep your comment anonymous if you prefer.
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Last Chance For Online Apparel Orders!
The MPH online stores closes tomorrow, Friday at 11:59 p.m.
Don't forget to place your orders now!
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