Upper School Biweekly Bulletin March 5th, 2010

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March 5th, 2010

Calendar

(Athletics Schedule Available Here)

March

Regional Robotics Meet
Thursday-Saturday, March 4-6

Spring Concert
Tuesday, March 9, 7:30 pm

Gambol Auction!
Saturday, March 13

Last day of Winter Trimester
(classes meet)
Monday, March 15

Winterim
(no classes)
Tueday-Friday, March 16-19

Spring Break
March 22-26

Classes Resume
Monday, March 29

Future Date Change:
Prom will occur on May 8, not May 1, due to venue availability

And just a reminder for all days of the week ~ please feel free to leave messages, day or night, about your child's attendance. Contact Molly Grove, Upper School Administrative Assistant, 503-297-1894, ext. 315. Thanks!

Dear families,

Typically, there are several faculty changes that I let families know about in the spring after we have hired the majority of our teachers for the next year. At this point, however, I wanted you to hear about an important change for next year in the upper school counseling office well in advance. As some of you may know, George Thompson has decided to retire after this year. Here is part of an announcement he sent to all the students this week:

‘I've waited to announce my retirement officially until we knew who my replacement would be, and now I can bring you all the happy news that next fall, Kate Grant will be your new counselor. Kate has had the same background and training I have had in psychology, and her credentials and qualifications are very impressive. What matters even more to you, though, is that she is Kate! She knows well our school, our faculty, and our parents. Above all, she knows most of you, and her happy spirit and strong judgment are familiar to anyone who knows her. Kate will be a wonderful counselor, and I'm delighted she has agreed to be here for you all next year.

I've loved being your counselor during these last fifteen years, and of course, leaving a job one has loved is never easy. Fortunately for me, you still have me around until June, and I’ll want to make the most of it. I’ll look forward to hearing from you!’

While no one can replace George, we are looking forward to working with Kate in this new role. Kate’s training in counseling includes a master’s degree from Harvard University in counseling and psychology as well as time working as a clinician at Georgetown University.

Moving forward we have begun searching for a new fulltime college counselor for September to replace Kate, and we will keep everyone informed about that progress in the months to come. As always, if you have any questions for me, please feel free to get in touch.

George, we will miss you, but we have several months to celebrate all that you’ve done for our community!

With kind regards,

Michael

Uncluttering your e-mail inbox

We are introducing a new newsletter that will replace most e-mails the school sends in between editions of the “Biweekly Bulletin.” Look for the “News You Can Use” on alternate Fridays. These publications are your best sources for information about required meetings, upcoming events, and school activities!

Eyes on Africa

Viewfinder Global Film series continues tonight at 6:30 in the Modern Language Building

As usual, childcare and popcorn are provided, please consider attending tonight's screenings of the following movies.

Stand Like Still Living - hosted by Jessica Marlitt and the Global Citizens Club (30 min)

5 Heroes of AIDS in Africa - a documentary about doctors, activists, educators and others working on behalf of people impacted in a variety of ways by the pandemic. Hosted by Jessica Marlitt and the Global Citizens Club

We are Together - an uplifting documentary about the Agape Children's Choir's members and their incredible journey to sing for American audiences. Features amazing music performed by the choir, Alicia Keyes, Bono, Paul Simon and others. Hosted by MK Othlogile and Catlin parent Tasha Tobias White who was born and raised in South Africa.

In 16th century England...

William Byrd and Thomas Tallis wrote music for Lincoln Cathedral.

In the 21st century the Chamber Choir will sing their music in Catlin Cathedral.

(Also known as Tennis Court #2)

You are invited to the Upper School Choir's spring concert, featuring music of the English Renaiassance, Tuesday March 9th 7:30 PM in Tennis Court #2.

Laptop Program Survey

Parent input essential

Please visit the following link to complete our third laptop program survey. The results are essential to help us better understand the use of laptops in the program and make improvements in the future. It would be ideal if all upper school families submitted their feedback. We have sent similar surveys to upper school students and teachers. Many thanks for your time and for sharing your perspectives.

http://inside.catlin.edu/survey/265

- Richard Kassissieh

Survey on Gym and Athletic Program

Parents invited to contribute feedback as part of student-initiated survey

A message from Sabin, Class of 2011

If you could please take a few minutes today to fill out this survey, your thoughts would be extremely helpful. As part of my Agents of Change project focused on the gym facilities for the entire Catlin Gabel Community, I have spoken with members of the Catlin Gabel Athletics program as well as Catlin financial fundraisers. This census will allow us to better understand the students’, faculty’s and parents’ ideas about the current gym and athletic program.

Thanks

http://inside.catlin.edu/scripts/survey.pl?s=257

Gambol Auction News

The Gambol auction catalog is online!

Check it out and start making plans to bid on fantastic items. Go to http://www.catlin.edu/giving/gambol/catalog.

$10,000 Tuition Raffle

The Tuition Raffle is back by popular demand. Buy a $100 ticket for a chance to win $10,000. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to win almost half of the cost of tuition! To purchase tickets and more information go to www.catlin.edu/giving/gambol. Kick on the little red heels.

Look forward to seeing you at the Gambol!

Tickets are selling fast. Tables are filling up.

$250 Patron ticket – sponsors a teacher to attend

$125 Individual ticket

$75 Alumni/Newcomer ticket

Sneak Peek: Auction Sign-Ups

We have a spectacular selection of items to offer this year. Here’s a sneak peek of the party and activity Sign-Ups available to purchase. These items are not open for bid. You may sign-up for these events at the Gambol on March 13 at the Nines.

Ano’s Art Party – private art party for 12 children or adults at Ano’s Art Academy in Cedar Hills

Big Night at Apolloni Vineyards – a summer tradition continues with outstanding food and wine for 75 people

Bernie Fagan Soccer Clinic – 30 kids at a soccer camp at PGE Park ages 5 -12 years old.

Barn Party – 50 adults party in the Barn, D.J. spinning tunes, kegs, and food by chef Hen Troung

Indian Dinner – lavish dinner for 8 people in the home of parents Murali & Indira Nallakrishnan

Woodshop for Women – 15 women design and build a masterpiece with teacher Jennifer Marcus ’73

Cycling Adventure – 12 people our Portland by bike with teacher John Mayer

Lemon Drops and Flip-flops – 25 people enjoy pampering and cocktails in a beautiful Dunthorpe garden

Overnight & Movie in the Paddock – 100 people watch a movie on the big screen under the stars

Taste the World of Teas – 10 people sample and learn from Teamaker Steve Smith, founder of Tazo

Tie Dye Party – 8 kids twist, tie and dye anything 100% cotton with parent Jenny Wilson Prendergast ’87

Persian Dinner – Parents Caroline & Babak Sabi host a fantastic evening of food and dancing for 40 people

Cupcake Brunch – Parent Dancy Jubb hosts 40 families for a Sunday champagne brunch and cupcake party

Required Parent Meeting for 2010 Japan Trip

Tuesday, March 16th, 6-7:30 pm in Modern Language Room #4.

If you are a parent of a student going on the 2010 Japan trip and you cannot attend, please contact Yoko, Rieko, and Veronica to make sure you do not miss the important information.

Forms due at this meeting:

Emergency Medical Information form

Air Travel Consent forms--please note that most students will be required to turn in two: one from each parent

Driver Education Class Offered

Class to run at Catlin Gabel 3/31-5/26

Class Includes:

30 Classroom Hours
6 Hours Behind-the-Wheel Driving
6 Hours Behind-the-Wheel Observation Time
ODOT Approved Certificate of Completion

Please see Oregon Driver Education Center website for details.

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