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The head of school embraces a sports metaphor as a way to convey the importance of contextual, concept-based learning. And: the 2009-2010 student government gets underway; participants are sought for Family Service Day, the Annual Holiday Fair, and The Animate Your World Story Contest; and The School's Penny Harvest is rated "Excellent."

This week, Annette Raphel expresses her gratitude for Middle Division principal Bob Feinstein, who announced that he will be stepping down at the end of the school year. Also: The H1N1 vaccine is coming to The School - and permission slips are coming home today.

For children to reach their full potential, parents need to work as partners with The School, writes Annette Raphel. The upcoming conferences provide a prime opportunity for parents and teachers to clarify their respective responsibilities and agree on strategies.

On the eve of Rock the Block, Parent Association president Laura Chonoles tells the story of how The School came to host a blockful of games, rides, rummage, and food on Saturday, October 17, come rain or come shine!

In preparation for conferences in November, all parents are asked to fill out a "My Achievement Plan" or MAP for their children. If you didn't get one at curriculum night, you can download the form by clicking above.

The School is now accepting applications for our 2010-2011 Psychology Internship Program. For more information, click above.