“Little moments lead to grander ones…”
Dear Families,
Above is a quote from Michelle Herrera, ’06, and Columbia University student describing her high school experience…
As a high school community, we love the first weeks of January because often we are fortunate to talk with alumni who return to visit the school they miss so much. It is wonderful to have alumni visit because it gives us all, especially faculty, evidence of their influence and a reminder of our former students’ hard work. Our alums are eternally grateful for the education they received here. We hear this over and over again. Further, no matter the college or university they attend, consistently we hear that this high school experience was remarkably different from their peers, that they are prepared for any academic challenge, but also that the high school prepares our graduates to be independent, to navigate, risk, pursue, have initiative through our extracurricular offerings, internships and commitment to service, and to appreciate freedom, freedom of choice in elective offerings, and finally, our graduates appreciate that the community does not let any student get by, but encourages every student to get involved.
During one visit, I learned just how our alumni are involved in their new communities:
- Amy Ramirez, ’06, who attends Bucknell University (Class of 2010) is an editor with the Bucknell Law Review.
- Jesse Towsen, ’08, Brown University student, works for Brown Journal of World Affairs.
- Brendan McCormick, ’08, is a wide receiver for Gettysburg College’s football program.
- Jeff Adler, ’08, plays JV men’s basketball for Occidental College in California.
- Four alums are members of the same fraternity but at different colleges! Cyrus Park, ’08 and member of Skidmore College’s Class of 2012, Gregston Hurdle, ’05 and member of the Class of 2009 at Muhlenberg College, Brian Marmalejos, ’04 and Yale graduate, Stephen Holt, ’05 and member of the graduating Class of 2009 at Pepperdine are all proud brothers (members!) of “Sig Ep”-Sigma Phi Epsilon!
Again, hearing the stories of our graduates and seeing their unwavering connection and commitment to their alma mater is exciting and rewarding for all of us.
Speaking of college, there is an important date change for parents of Tenth Grade students. The annual Tenth Grade College Night with Director of College Guidance, Amy Shapiro, will now be on Monday, March 9, at 6:30 PM in the PAC, not April 21 as indicated on the school’s art calendar.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Best,
Ruth
Updates and Announcements:
- The school’s calendar can be accessed by clicking here.
- Click here to view the 2008-2009 LREI Calendar.
- For general LREI Athletics news go to this link . This page will provide general announcements, game summaries, league standings and game recaps.
*Class of 2009 Families, please read the updated and revised important letter from Ruth Jurgensen, High School Principal regarding Senior Project.
*Please read this important announcement from our Academic Support Center.
*Director’s Drop-In–Phil will be available for drop-in conversations in his Sixth Avenue office from 8:45AM-9:30AM on Friday, January 23rd; Friday, January 30th; Thursday, February 12th; Thursday, February 19th and Friday, March 6th. Drop in, ask a question, and hear about what is going on at LREI. Can’t make these times? Give a call or send and email.
*The senior class is trying to locate a space in which to hold their prom. If anyone knows of a good space for this event, or has a contact of some sort, kindly email Vio Picayo at vpicayo@yahoo.com. Please respond as soon as possible, as time is running short before this late May event. Thank you.
*The first Coffeehouse for 2009 will be on February 7. The High School Community Service Roundtable will be sponsoring this event. If you would like to participate or your child would like to participate, please contact Micah at 212-477-5316, x 304. The coffeehouse on the calendar for Jan. 24 is canceled.
1. Class pictures are here!
2. High School Parents! This is an invitation for you! A message from Chap, Director of Diversity and Community:
Please join us for one or both of the following PA Diversity Discussions with Dr. Patricia Romney:
Wednesday January 28, 6:30-8:00 pm in the Sixth Avenue Auditorium
Thursday January 29th, 8:45-10:45 AM in the Sixth Avenue Cafeteria
3. A perfect gift!
LETTERMAN JACKETS NOW AVAILABLE!
Wool Letterman Jackets now available through
the LREI school store.
These beautiful warm, winter coats are now
available by special order only. The cost is
approximately $200 per coat. Each is personalized
with your name. For orders: Contact Kasey Picayo at
picayosmith@aol.com. See attachment for photo.
4. Red is Green Committee: January is recycle your greeting cards month! Save all your cards this holiday season and we’ll be collecting them in January. St. Jude’s Ranch accepts recycled cards which they use to make “green” holiday cards. The proceeds go towards helping abused, abandoned and neglected children.
5. CALLING ALL EMBROIDERY BUFFS!
Embroider a square for the 2009 Big Auction Community Quilt. All squares must be completed by February 1, 2009. Please see the attachment for details.
Sandra Song
Annual Fund and Special Events Manager