Why We Have a Lower School Art Show – February 24-25, 2011
Dear Families,
The Lower School Art Show is a time for children to share with the wider LREI community the kinds of dynamic experiences they’ve had with materials in art, shop and early childhood classrooms. These experiences include-getting an idea, problem solving, flexibility when faced with a “mistake” and delight when something comes out exactly the way one wants it. The experience of interacting with materials supports our students growing independence and search for meaning in their world.
The paintings, collages, drawings, stitchery, 3-d paper mache sculptures and puppets, ceramic work, Native American village models, wood chests and spoons created by the Fours to the Fourth Grade exhibited in the Lower School Art Show reflect our belief that art making for children is a visual expression of their thinking and feeling. The artworks are both individual and collaborative. Labels describing the works are written or dictated by the children. Questions that motivate the art experiences are included.
During the Lower School Art Show children come in class or buddy groups to look at and discuss the artworks. “Museum guides” will speak about a class exhibit and answer questions. At the end of the visit one class may sit down and respond to the other class’s work or talk about what they noticed in the art show.
At each age the artworks the children create express their unique visual response to the world. The Lower School Art Show celebrates this.
Sincerely,
Ann Schaumburger
Lower School Art Teacher
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LETTERS FROM LOWER SCHOOL TEACHERS
(click on the links below to view and print notes from teachers)
- All Lower School: Lower School Art Show -You are cordially invited to the Lower School Art Show in the Bleecker Street Auditorium, Thursday February 24, 10:00-6:00 and Friday, February 25, 8:30-2:45. There will be an opening for the children, parents, caregivers and friends on Thursday, February 24 from 3:00- 4:00. CLICK HERE to read a letter of invitation from Ann, Lower School Art Teacher.
All First Grade: Click here to read a letter for all 1st grade families about the upcoming 100 days celebration.
Rebecca & Jessi’s First Grade: Click here for a letter from Rebecca and Jessi about the first graders’ graphic novels, study of symbols, and other classroom happenings. Click here to view sample drafts of the students’ graphic novels.
Tasha and Shawn’s 2nd Grade: Click here for a letter from Tasha and Shawn about the 2nd graders’ current math unit and their exploration of tens and ones.
Vonick & Jason’s 3rd Grade: Click here to read a letter about the third graders’ upcoming math unit and here for ways to practice math at home.
Dina & Farrah’s Fourth Grade: Click here for a note from Dina and Farrah with important details about the upcoming publishing party/ tenement museum exhibit and the students’ upcoming gallery trip.
Afterschool: Come check out the Afterschool blog at: http://blog.lrei.org/afterschoolphotos/. New posts include Cooking Day: Quesadillas, and From Scratch!
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LOWER SCHOOL REMINDERS AND EVENTS
For the most up-to-date information visit the school’s online calendar at www.lrei.org/calendar. Click here to download the one-page 2010-11 school calendar.
Presidents’ Weekend Reminder: LREI will be closed Monday and Tuesday, February 21st and 22nd for Presidents’ Day.
Banana Splits: Click here to read an announcement from Assistant Principal Dawn Wheatley about the formation of “Banana Splits,” a group for fourth graders who have experienced the separation or divorce of parents.
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
High School Musical — HAIRSPRAY — February 24th, 25th and 26th at 7pm and 2pm on Saturday the 26th in the PAC at 40 Charlton Street. Tickets are on sale at 8am in both school lobbies. $10 students and senior citizens, $12 for adults. Click here to see the show’s poster!
In 1962 Baltimore, Maryland, plump teenager Tracy Turnblad’s dream is to dance on The Corny Collins Show, a local TV dance program. When Tracy wins a role on the show, she becomes a celebrity overnight. She then launches a campaign to integrate the show. HAIRSPRAY is not only a social commentary on the injustices of parts of American society in the 1960s but also a story of how a single person can make a change within a community. Tracy is a tornado of positivity and open mindedness that we follow as she navigates through high school and beyond.
LREI’s high school students have been working hard in rehearsals through this tough winter to bring you a spectacular show. We guarantee to warm you up and blast away the winter blues! This huge production, with larger than life characters and up beat numbers featuring our fantastic students should not to be missed. HAIRSPRAY is for the whole family and we sincerely hope you will come and support the many high school students and faculty involved.
- Directed by Joanne Magee and Lorna Jordan
- Musical Director: Matt McLean
- Choreographer: Peggy Peloquin
- Set Design: Jorge Dieppa
- Costume Design: Mark Caswell
- Vocal Coach: Susan Glass
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PARENTS ASSOCIATION MEETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
All parent association meetings are held in the LS Cafeteria at 8:45 am, unless otherwise noted
- Fri, Feb 18, 2011: Community Service Event-Room to Grow (LAST DAY)
- Wed, Feb 23, 2011: Adoption Committee Mtg.
- Thu, Feb 24, 2011: Red is Green Comm. Mtg.
Community Service Committee: LREI COLLECTION DRIVE FOR ROOM TO GROW
Help a baby born into poverty by donating to room to grow (new and nearly new items for children aged 3 months -7 years old; clothing, toys, strollers, high chairs, all in good condition). Click here to view a flyer with complete details.
WHEN: Monday, February 14th – Friday, February 18th.
WHERE: Drop-off bins will be located in the Sixth Avenue lobby each morning from 8:00 am to 9:00 am. To receive a receipt for tax purposes, please fill out the attached form with information about your donations and return to the front desk.
Red is Green: In February the Red is Green Committee will be recycling plastic bottle caps. We are collecting rigid plastic caps such as caps on shampoo, water, milk and other beverage bottles. Also, pharmaceutical lids, flip top caps on tubes and food product bottles (such as ketchup and mayonnaise), and laundry detergents. When these caps are thrown away, they often end up in rivers and oceans with drastic consequences for both wildlife and the environment. The caps will be recycled through the Aveda plastic bottle cap recycling program. Caps can be dropped off in the collection bin in the 6th avenue lobby. Click here to view a flyer with complete information.
Sports Committee: Ready for some indoor fun on a chilly afternoon? Our basketball teams are RED HOT! So warm up with friends and come to one of our exciting home games! Be prepared to scream, yell, wave your flags and MAKE SOME NOISE as we CHEER OUR TEAMS ON TO VICTORY! All games are held at Thompson Street Athletic Center, 145 Thompson Street. LET’S GO KNIGHTS!! Knights home game schedule for next week:
- 2/18/2011 – Intramurals Playoffs
- 2/23/2011 – Varsity Boys and Girls ISAL PLAYOFF
- 2/24/2011 – JV Boys vs LFNY 4PM
- 2/25/2011 – Varsity Boys and Girls ISAL FINAL – Intramurals Playoffs
Literary Committee: Did you ever wonder what that book was that had your child so enthralled, or why everyone is suddenly so gaga over teenage vampires? Then come to Well-REaD, a children’s and young adult book discussion event for parents, sponsored by the LREI Literary Committee. It will be held on Thursday, April 7th, from 6-8pm, in the Sixth Avenue building. Sign up for one of four book discussions led by our LREI librarians featuring titles that your children have read and enjoyed.
Like all good book discussions, wine and cheese will be served along with lots of lively discussion on some of the most popular titles published for youth today. Books will be made available for order through the LREI Literary Committee, and make great additions to your child’s bookshelf. Click here for the list of books/order form and credit card authorization form.
Childcare will be available for those attending Well-REaD ($15 per child, $5 for siblings). Sign-up at the Sixth Avenue reception desk (you may also e-mail Mary Shea, at mshea@LREI.org).
We’re looking forward to a night of lively discussions. Hope to see you there!
Important dates for Well-REaD:
- Order books by Friday, February 25 (completed order forms may be handed in at the Sixth Avenue reception desk)
- Pick-up books during the week of March 14 – 18 so you can read them over Spring Break.
- Sign up for child care by Monday, April 4.
- Well-REaD will take place on Thursday, April 7.
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LOWER SCHOOL ASSEMBLIES
All Lower School Assemblies are held in our Auditorium at 8:45 a.m, unless otherwise noted.
Wed, Apr 13, 2011: First Gr. Assembly
Wed, Apr 20, 2011: K’s Music Assembly
Wed, Apr 27, 2011: 2nd Gr. Assembly
Wed, May 4, 2011: 4s/4k Assembly
Wed, May 11, 2011: 3rd Gr. Assembly
Wed, May 18, 2011: 4th Gr. Assembly (note change)
Wed, May 25, 2011: K’s Movement Assembly (note change)
Wed, Jun 1, 2011: 4s/4k Movement Assembly
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LOWER SCHOOL PARENT REPRESENTATIVES 2010-2011
Beth’s Fours Maren Berthelsen, Becca Markley
Fours/K Marjorie Goldner,
Sara Taplitz
Elizabeth’s K Juliet Burrows,
Carmen Lenzi
Luise’s K Shannon Barden,
Yael Goverover
Gina’s 1st Diane Hoffman,
Ceci Van Blerkom
Galen’s 1st Dawn Eig,
Christine Boyle
Rebecca’s 1st Hilary Meltzer,
Mishi Hosono
Tasha’s 2nd Mary Gerzema,
Linda Phillips
Deborah’s 2nd A.M. Homes,
Fia Hatsav,
Julia Wilbur
Dan’s 3rd Holly Glass,
Denise Roederer
Vonick’s 3rd Heather McMaster,
Beth Dary
Dina’s 4th Connie Butler,
Lara Olivieri
Kate’s 4th Susan Harris,
Liselotte Vince