Black History Month
Dear Families,
Congratulations to all who participated in last weekend’s Coffeehouse for Haiti. The community raised more than $4000 for Partners in Health and the Harris Rosen Foundation. Check out photos from the event on our Flickr page.
On Tuesday afternoon, we took the time as a community to celebrate Black History Month with a wonderful assembly implemented by members of the student body.
Jamal Ali ’11 and Rachard Kemp ’11 worked tirelessly to put the terrific program together. After an introduction, Fallon Lucombe ’11 sang a song by India Aire, followed by readings from Kayla Green ’10, Sonrisa Murrary-Fox ’11, Lori-Ann Blake ’10 and Devon Brown ’10, and Blakeley Blackman ’10 sang a final song. Jamal and Rachard hosted throughout. It was great to take the time out for this annual event, and I am glad the plan for it wasn’t interrupted by the snow!
In other news, last week, the High School Admissions Committee met to determine the next members of the Class of 2014. Admission was very competitive this year; there were many exceptional students in the pool, and those selected really stood out in a great group. The students come from diverse backgrounds, have many interesting academic and extra-curricular interests, and all are interesting and engaging.
Finally, this week, the High School Math Department participated in a workshop presented by Henri Picciotto, math teacher at The Urban School of San Francisco. As we consider curriculum, materials and teaching methods going forward, Henri’s guidance and vision has been particularly helpful. Check out his website, www.matheducationpage.org, if you are interested.
All the best,
Ruth
Updates and Announcements:
*If your child is looking for working papers, he or she should see Cheryl at reception for them.
*Have photos for the yearbook? See below! The last day to submit photos is February 25!
If you do, please take a look at hjeshare.com
and use our LREI School Code: 3026300 to upload photos! Any questions about eshare? Please email yearbook advisors Preethi Thomas or Celine Kagan at pthomas@lrei.org or ckagan@lrei.org.
1. Save the date! LREI Night at YANK. Tuesday February 23rd. Limited Tickets available, please contact Liza Sacks , lsacks@lrei.org if interested.
Set during WWII, YANK chronicles the romantic relationship between two servicemen long before don’t-ask-don’t-tell was part of the national discussion. With a lively score inspired by the pop sounds of the 1940s, YANK captures the spirit and exuberance of the era even as it explores questions of prejudice, courage and survival. It tells the story of Stu–a photographer for YANK magazine–and Mitch, an Army Private, who fall in love and struggle to survive in a time and place where the odds are stacked against them.
2. SPRING Sports are right around the corner. LREI is offering Track, Tennis, Softball, Baseball, and Golf (club) as Spring Sports. Seasons begin on March 8th. If anyone has questions about schedules or the teams, please contact:
Peter Fisher, Athletics Director
pfisher@lrei.org, 1-212-477-5316 x 233
3. VISIBILITY: Lesbian and Gay People We Love, An LREI Community Photo Exhibit: Charlton Street, Monday February 22nd – Friday March 5th, 2010, Sixth Avenue, Monday March 8th – Friday March 19th, 2010
Reception: Sixth Avenue, Monday March 8th, 6:00 – 8:00pm
Please join LREI in celebrating diversity at the Visibility Photo Exhibit! Submit a photo of your family with a loved one who is lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered. Visit the exhibit and show support for family, friends and community. Come to the opening ceremony to share stories and experiences about Visibility.
For more information see the attached flier or contact Carrie Borows or Merril Stern at Visibility@lrei.org.
4. We want your recipes! Plans for the LREI community cookbook are under way, and we are now seeking recipies from all members of the community. Recipes can be for any dish that you would bring to a potluck. Please send recipies or questions to cookbook@lrei.org. The deadline for recipes is March 19 (right before spring break). Help us create a cookbook that represents all the diverse facets of our community!
5. From the Red is Green and Community Services Committees…
Donate Old Cell Phones: Cell phones will be donated to Phones for Haiti, a partnership with the American Red Cross and ReCellular, Inc. For more info, see phonesforhaiti.com. By donating your old cell phone, you can provide critical aid to people in Haiti, protect the environment and bring new technology to developing areas. 100% of the proceeds from Phones for Haiti will go to aid victims of the earthquake in Haiti.
Recycle Used Batteries: We will accept all rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries. Electronic waste is the fastest growing was concern in the world! Batteries contain toxic substances like mercury that are harmful to our landfills. Don’t throw them out in your regular trash – let us help you recycle them.
Batteries and cell phones can be dropped off in the Red is Green recycle bins at the Sixth Ave. and Charlton St. lobbies throughout February and March.
6. LREI 2010 Art Auction, March 3 & 4, 2010, Cocktail Reception & Final Bidding: March 4th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Don’t miss the chance to see artwork by some of the world’s finest artists and community members. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend! It’s our main fundraiser this year. The event provides essential support for our Tuition Assistance Program and it is going to be a wonderful evening with refreshments and fun. Admission is free!
This year we will also be holding a series of art-related events called “LREI Loves Art.” These events will kick off with a private tour given by Gabriel Orozco, an LREI parent and artist, of his current show at MoMA. The tour takes place on Thursday, February 11th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $200 and space is limited to 25 people. Tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis so please contact Maude Kebbon in the Office of Advancement at mkebbon@lrei.org if you are interested in attending
Additional information for other “LREI Loves Art” fundraising events will soon follow.
7. Room to Grow accepts new and gently used clothing for newborn to 5 years, toys, books, bedding, strollers, bassinets, swings, baby bath tubs… or you can purchase and donate new items like bottles, sippy cups, dishware, pacifiers, teethers and breast pumps.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at deniseadler@mac.com or check out their website at www.roomtogrow.org.
As always thank you for you participating!
Please help!