OES - Aardvark Newsletter


May 9, 2008 Vol. 3, No.27		Also available on OES website at http://www.oes.edu/newsletter
Kristin G. as Peaseblossom and James G. as Puck
Josh P. as Bottom		How Clever These Young Mortals Be! Ms. Busick's Fifth Grade class presented A Midsummer Night's Dream this week in the Lower School Library. Three theater lights borrowed from the Upper School made every speck of fairy dust sparkle as the students delivered a version of the play that contained much of Shakespeare's original language but was simple enough for the Lower School audience to understand. The performance was enjoyed by all. See more photos.		Colette A.

OES Fencers Cut Wide Swath At National Championships The national fencing championships were held in Portland in April, and OES students and alumni fared well. Seth Kelsey '99 made the U.S. Olympic epee team, and Patrick Ghattas '03 just missed qualifying for the Olympic sabre team. In 14-and-under women's sabre, Kirsten H. '12 won the Gold medal, and in 10-and-under women's sabre, Malia H. '16 won the Silver medal. OES fencing coach Ed Korfanty will coach the Olympic women's sabre team, which will include Mariel Zagunis, the 2004 Olympic champion who trains at the Oregon Fencing Alliance on the OES campus.			Seth Kelsey '99

Student Actors Bring Children's Story to Life
Katy G. '08 as Charlotte.		The Upper School presented Charlotte's Web in the Great Hall recently. See more photos by Upper School teacher John Holloran.	Connor J. '11 as Wilbur.

MS Students Spend Time With Peers in Japan
A group of eighth-graders recently spent 10 days in Japan on a language exchange trip. They spent most of their time on Shodoshima, a small island, where they stayed with students of Ikeda Junior High School and their families. The students who went on the trip were Matt F., Will E., Corey S., Nolan P., Akash K., Kate L., Niky I., and Olivia M. Teachers Sheila Matsuda and Ann Sulzer accompanied the students. Other groups went to Quebec and Costa Rica. See more photos.

			LS String Players Perform at Schnitz A Lower School string quartet peformed at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on April 26 before an Portland Symphony Orchestra performance. From left are Arianna R. '17, Amaya S. '18, David S. '16, Jonathan S. '16, and instructor Nelly Kovalev.

Goodbye Asphalt, Hello Aardvark Community Park
Students, faculty, and interested parents will gather at 2 p.m. Friday, May 23, on the site of the new Aardvark Community Park for a groundbreaking ceremony and party. The event will feature music, a parade, and treats, but the highlight will come when a few students help Aardy the Aardvark remove the first piece of asphalt. The contractor is scheduled to be on site to begin demolition work during the last week of May. Watching the excavation will be exciting for students, and a temporary construction fence will ensure their safety. For further information, contact Jon von Behren, 503-768-3161.

	Student's Design Chosen for CASA Card A design by Gabriella H. '10 was chosen by CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) to appear on a national holiday card and in the organization's national brochure. She received an award at an Upper School Gathering.

Concert Choir Places 2nd in State Event The Upper School Concert Choir placed second in the 3A division in the 2008 OSAA state choir championships. at George Fox University in Newberg. The OES group competed with six other choirs in the 3A division in performance and sight-reading. At right, the choir is shown practicing in the OES lobby with director Adam Steele to prepare for the concert.

		Celebrate Host Family Program Families who have hosted dorm students this year, as well as any family that may be interested in hosting a student next year, are invited to an appreciation dinner at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, May 18, in the OES Dining Hall. The event will include activities for all ages, a buffet dinner, and a short student presentation. For more information or to RSVP, contact Jen Bash by email or at (503) 416-9663.

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