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We will re-open Thursday, February 11.

Annette Raphel reflects on the importance of asking questions on the eve of The School's Science Inquiry Expo. Also: the business office reminds families to make certain their tuition is paid in full, the admissions office asks for news of any upcoming sabbaticals, and glowing reports from basketball courts and chess boards around town.

The students of Class 5A share their thoughts on author Jacquelyn Woodson's visit. And: the latest on the Lion's impressive basketball season, The School is named Manhattan's most prolific Penny Harvester, and more.

Annette Raphel shares revelations about American eating habits from the book Chew on This! - whose author visited Grade 8 this week. Also: joint Student Government/Parent Association fund raising for stricken Haiti raises over $1200 in two days, The School's basketball teams score historic wins, and the deadline for Talent Show tryouts looms.

Annette Raphel looks at the ways the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s history and legacy is incorporated into The School's curriculum at every level, and provides suggestions for those looking to help others this weekend. Also: a gala basketball wrap-up, and after school offerings galore.

Annette Raphel marvels at the speed with which great ideas grow at The School - including February's Science Expo and March's Talent Show. Also: Prepare ye for next Friday's Professional Development half day - students will be dismissed at noon.