A Walk Down Memory Lane

The Class of 2009 is busy preparing for high school, but that doesn't mean we can't wax nostalgic about their years at The School. For the complete slideshow (log in required), click here.
Applause for the Class of 2009

The Class of 2009 received their diplomas from their former teachers at a joyous, song-filled ceremony at Columbia's Low Memorial Library on June 15. Commencement speaker and proud parent Professor Jeffrey D. Sachs praised the students' devotion to diversity, social justice, and creative problem solving. All three, he noted, would be in urgent demand in years to come.
Taking the Plunge

The School celebrated its first-ever indoor Field Day on Friday, with Sky and Navy teams competing in an array of entertaining - and some fairly challenging - events. In addition to earning points for athletic skill, points were given for sportsmanship, collaboration, effort, bringing reusable water bottles, and concocting school cheers. Initial score tallies are said to be in the hundreds.
Fifth Grade Olympians

Baker Field was overtaken by Spartans, Athenians, and other denizens of Ancient Greece this week as the Fifth Grade participated in their annual Olympic games.
String Fever

All the Middle Division performing arts groups - dance, recorder, music technology, choir, jazz ensemble, and guitar - put on a show for the younger grades and parents last week. Click here to see a slideshow of the event (log in required).
Costumed for Customs

With end-of-the-year events coming fast and furious, music teacher Maria Sassani took a moment to send a photo from Friday morning's Primary Division performance, explaining:  "Second grade students completed their study of custom by performing folk tales and dances from Japan, Nigeria, and Jamaica."

To see a slideshow of the entire performance, click here (school log-in required).
Great Mathematicians Gather

Seventh graders treated their younger peers - and the entire faculty - to an exhibition of some of history's most influential mathematical discoveries last week. For a slideshow of the event, click here.
Telling It Like It Is

Students explained the fine points of life at The School to incoming families at Orientation for grades 1 - 8 on Friday. The students' favorite aspects of their education included teachers, Integrated Projects Week, Black Rock Forest, and all of sixth grade.
They Might Be Giants

Under the direction of music teacher Sheila O'Shea, the entire fourth grade brought the Irish legend of the giant's causeway back to life last week. 
Chilly Scenes of Softball

Eighth graders enjoyed some frigid spring softball at Riverside Park on Monday as part of the Wellness curriculum.
Boxing for Charity

Parents created boxes for the K-8 food drive benefitting Riverside Church Food pantry on Friday. In an exciting twist introduced by head of school Annette Raphel, each grade has a specific item to collect: kindergarten - juice boxes, 1st - mac and cheese, 2nd - dry milk, 3rd - peas and carrots, 4th - corn, 5th - beans, 6th - tuna, 7th - pasta and sauce, 8th - rice. Questions? Contact service learning coordinator Deanna Belcher at dbelcher@theschool.columbia.edu.
Young Dentists Polish Their Skills with Younger Students

Second grade teacher Joanna Herzfeld writes: Second graders welcomed a group of Columbia dental students into their classrooms on Wednesday. Students learned about the importance of dental health, eating tooth-friendly foods, and "brushed up" on their flossing skills.
They're the Ones

Third graders razzle-dazzled parents and faculty at their curriculum share in the MPR this week. The event, which included music from "In the Heights" and a show-stopping song-and-dance number from "A Chorus Line," capped the students' year-long study of New York City.
Like an Egyptian

Dance teacher Debbie Campbell writes: Students from 2A struck an Epyption pose at the Metropolitan Museum Wednesday as part of their study of customs.
A Different Sort of Classroom

The fourth grade headed to the Criminal Court on Centre Street this week as part of their study of justice. Teacher Kate Berten writes: "We met Judge Ross, Court Officers, District Attorneys and members of the NYPD. We got to learn about their different jobs, see an arraignment, and discuss legal justice. It was VERY informative!"
Telling Your Own Story

The second grade talked about the memoir-writing process with author Charlotte Noruzi last week, and heard first-hand how the pros do it. Second grader Francesca shared what she learned: "If you don't remember everything about something that happened, you can use your imagination."
The Music Man Arrives

This year's eagerly anticipated eighth grade musical opened Wednesday at the National Black Theatre of Harlem to rave reviews. To get a glimpse of the show click here (log in is required - ask a student for details). 
Sixth Grade Rushed to Columbia Presbyterian, Vital Signs Strong

Sixth Grade science teacher David Lebson writes: On Monday, April 27th, the 6th grade took a trip to the Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital at the Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center.  Tremendous thanks go to Drs. Martin Pusic, Sharon Pan and Karen Soren for their efforts in creating an amazing experience for our students.  We received a tour of the hospital, including a look into the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)! We learned how vital signs are monitored in the ER, looked at some preserved organs and saw how an Ultrasound works…on our own bodies!  Please click here" to see more photos of our adventure! (The School log-in necessary - ask your kids for pointers.)
Varsity Lacrosse Wins Opener

Coach Doug LeBlanc reports: The Varsity girls' lacrosse team opened up the season with a big victory against Chapin, winning 10-4!  Several alumni came to support our young lions with signs and enthusiasm.
Taking a Close Look at Trash

Kindergarten teacher Joyce Tsang writes: For Earth Day, KD parents John and Annie Feighery spoke to the class about what we can to to reduce trash in landfills.  After talking about the three Rs (reduce, re-use, and recycle) we examined KD's trash bin, sorting the contents into three categories and weighing each: food scraps (to feed Ms. Rothman's worms), paper,and plastic.
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