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Spring
is upon us in so many ways in the Upper School. The rush of service,
curricular, extra-curricular and athletic events that defines May will
quickly give way to the celebration of the Class of 2009.
For me, the beginning of our end-of-year events is Mount Hood Climb
Service Day. This year’s event marked another wonderful day of service
to our community as students from all divisions honored the support OES
received in the wake of the tragedy of 1986. Upper School students
worked here on campus and throughout the broader Portland community. As
usual, group leaders for the projects on campus and in community
organizations report that our students were diligent and engaged
throughout the day of service. I was particularly proud of the
increasing numbers of students that led projects for the day. In fact,
students were the organizers, primary contacts, and leaders for ten of
our service events. Special thanks are in order for all those who
organized the day and for Robin Schauffler, US Service Learning
Coordinator, in particular. This day would not be nearly as successful
without her tireless efforts.
This year’s Commencement Ceremony will be held on Thursday, June 11 at
7:30 pm at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral (147 NW 14th Avenue in
Portland). We ask that all students in grades 9-11 attend the
celebration of the Class of 2009 and preview the traditions that will
accompany their graduation from OES. In preparation for this event, we
will take the entire student body to Trinity for a practice during the
day on Thursday, June 11. School will begin at 9:00 am that day. In the
afternoon, all students are expected to attend the Awards Ceremony
where departmental and Upper School Awards will be presented. Students
in grades 9-11 will then be expected to be at Trinity by 7:00 pm and
the ceremony usually concludes by 9 or 9:30 pm. Parking in NW Portland
is notoriously difficult at this time of year so we suggest that you
communicate with your children via cell phone to arrange pick-up when
Commencement concludes.
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May 19: 11th Grade PAL, 8:00 a.m.
May 21: US Information Night for 7th Grade Families, 6:30 p.m.
May 22-23: State Tennis Matches, Eugene
May 25: Memorial Day - No school
May 27: Aask Volunteer Appreciaton Tea, 3:15 p.m.
May 28: Spring Sports Banquet, 6:30 p.m.
May 29: Lego Show, 8:15 a.m.
May 29: Blostock Music Festival, 4:00 p.m.
May 30: Music Recital, 6:00 p.m.
May 31: Host Family Exchange Appreciation BBQ, 5-7:00 p.m.
June 1: Senior Trip Parent Meeting, 6:30 p.m. (Optional)
June 1: Rising Sophomore Backpack Parent Mtg, 7:30 p.m. (Optional)
June 5: Seniors/Faculty Reception & Alumni Induction, 3:15 p.m.
June 5: Senior trip student pack check 5:00 p.m.
June 10: Performing Arts Night, 7:00 p.m.
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A
huge thank you to all of the Parent Fund volunteers who made calls,
wrote notes, intercepted parents on the walkways, stuffed mailings, and
got the word out about the Annual Fund.
Special thanks to Division Chairs: Eileen Pilkenton, Gary Rischitelli, Megan Bingham, and Michelle Fitzhenry.
And hats off to Tricia Sipowicz for her work on communications.
We’re
just 10 parent donations short of meeting our participation from last
year which is tremendous in what are challenging times. Bravo!
Also
thanks to Margarett Kahl, Susie Gundle, Sam Pollack, and Marianne
Johnson for their unflagging support. Ann C. Carter, 503-248-6759
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There
are still many exciting opportunities to take this summer at OES. From
Sue Jensen’s Sunburst Art to 3-D Modeling and Animation with David
Gomes, there is truly something for everyone. Drivers Education and
PSAT/SAT/Study Skills with Larry Krieger both have openings, along with
several writing classes. Lacrosse, Basketball, Personal Finance, and
volunteering as a Jr. Counselor help round out a summer of fun and
learning.
Joan Lowe
, Program Director, Summer Programs and After School Classes
503-768-3145
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All 9th, 11th, and all new students for the 2009-10 school year will
need a physical and a sports pre-participation form completed by
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Next year’s pre-college testing dates to put on your calendar: Rising sophomores and juniors are scheduled to take the PSAT Wednesday,
October 14. There’s no need to register; we automatically order tests for everyone in both classes. Rising seniors
(and later in the year, the juniors) do need to register individually
to take the SATs. You can now register online for next year’s
tests. (www.collegeboard.com).
Both tests (the Reasoning Test and the Subject Tests) are given October
10, November 7, December 5, and January 23. (Remember, you can’t
do them both on the same day!) The College Board web site also
has options for test preparation.
A reminder to all students and parents
that there is an abundance of college search and admission information
available on the web. Take advantage of the links on the OES
College Counseling home page (click first on Academics, Upper
School). At this time of year, juniors should be doing college
searches and checking our college home pages; there is a parents’
corner you can check out. The web has certainly made all sorts of
college selection resources readily available. Happy
surfing! (The OES College Admissions Handbook is also available online.)
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FRESHMAN CLASS
No 9th Grade PAL meeting in June.
SOPHOMORE CLASS
Thank you to everyone who has
contributed in ways both big and small to the sophomore experience of
our students this year. Your attendance and input, whether at PAL
meetings or by email and phone has been valuable. A special thank you
goes to Nora Semonsen for recording and sending out the PAL meeting
minutes each month which has helped those parents who couldn't attend
the meetings stay in touch. Have a great summer! Eileen Pilkenton
JUNIOR CLASS
11th Grade PAL will meet on Tuesday, May 19 from 8-9:30 am in the DC Volunteer room. Questions? Contact Will Ilcisin, 503/642-9751.
SENIOR CLASS
No 12th Grade PAL meeting in June.
All
seniors must complete and document all Winterim, Discovery, and Service
Learning hours by May 22 in order to receive an OES diploma at
graduation.
Link to message for senior schedule, family dinner RSVP, and graduation DVD order form.
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