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December 10, 2007Peanuts and Shells, oh my!Peanuts and Shells is one of the many fun activities happening during Revels week. The event starts on Monday when the Shell (the gift giver) gives an inexpensive gift to their peanut (the gift receiver). Girls line up their bags (or stockings) in their alcove with wish lists of items they would like most. The Shell keeps her identity secret until the last day, Friday, when the last gift is given face to face. It is an excellent kick-off to Revels. Submitted by Emma Now community service news team/Karen ‘11 |
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December 10, 2007The Academics of MotherhoodAccording to college counselor Alizabeth Smith, who delivered Monday’s inspirational address, curricular subjects like physics, geometry, chemistry, performing arts, biology, history, physical education, and literature will not only serve students well as they pursue their academic careers in higher education, they will also provide some vital tools should any of them find themselves becoming the mothers of one or more children. Click here to listen to her address. Photo by Steven Ricci |
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December 8, 2007Let’s Make CraftsOn Saturday a group of adults, including some Emma Willard parents, held a crafts workshop at which students could make crafts for the holiday season. Craft items included bracelets, earrings, pine cone angels, creative magnets, and flowers. They not only made crafts for themselves but also for their “peanuts” for the Peanuts and Shells (similar to Secret Santa) tradition during Revels week. Left, Ellie '10 spray paints a pine cone. Submitted by Emma Now community service news team/Vivian '09 |
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December 7, 2007Eventide Marks the Beginning of Revels WeekOn Friday night after the advisor dinner, the student body and faculty came together in celebration of the holiday season with Eventide. The orchestra and choir groups performed in the Alumnae chapel a wonderful mix of traditional music. The ceremony concluded with a candlelight ceremony surrounding the Senior Triangle accompanied by the choir, whose serenaded from the chapel steps. Homemade cookies, prepared by faculty, staff, students, and parents, were served in Lyon-Remington afterwards as the holiday tree, decorated by the sophomore class, was presented to the school community. Submitted by Emma Now community service news team/ Mr. T Photo by Mark Van Wormer |
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December 7, 2007Appetizing Advisor DinnerAdvisors and advisees had a chance to chat and bond over a delicious dinner on Friday night. With a scrumptious cuisine of seafood, vegetables, and mashed potatoes, and chocolate and cheesecake for dessert, each advisor group enjoyed the time from the stressful final weeks before break. Following the dinner, the traditional musical presentation Eventide took place. Left, Shannon Blaisdell ’92 and her advisees pose for a picture before they head up to the buffet for seconds. Submitted by Emma now community service news team/Jaylan '11 |
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December 5, 2007After all, it is Rocket ScienceOn Wednesday, the Rocket Science class traveled to Florida to watch the launch of the space shuttle Atlantis, which was scheduled for the next day. Unfortunately, the mission was postponed due to difficulties with the fuel tanks. The team (12 students) and project managers (two teachers) still made the most of their field trip to Cape Canaveral. This was the time for the team to show the project managers what they knew. Split into small groups, team members set off on a mission to take artistic pictures of things such as gimbals, SRBs, and control valves. During the mission they got to see the spacecrafts and astronauts that they had researched and were amazed at how much they already knew! Among the problems they faced in this mission, the students had to be accurate in their photos as well as artistic and unique. At the end of the day, students submitted their pictures for a competition. Although the class didn’t get to witness the launch, the two-day-trip to Florida was a great learning and bonding experience. Submitted by Emma Now community service news team/Asma '09 |
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December 5, 2007Hanukkah begins!Students of the Jewish faith and other religions gathered in Kellas Lower Dining Room for a Hanukkah party. They enjoyed Jewish dishes while playing dradel and winning gelt (chocolate coins). The Emma community did their best to recreate the fun, games, and food for the students who cannot go home for this most treasured of celebrations. After dinner, students lit candles in the menorah and sang songs. They then treated the audience to a skit telling what Hanukkah is really about. Aileen E '11 and Danielle S '11 with the menorah Submitted by Emma Now community news team/Mary ‘11 |
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December 3, 2007Emma on the AirEmma Willard’s Inner Choir—under the direction of Dr. Debra Spiro-Allen, director of vocal music—was recently invited to participate in a television show of holiday music performed by area high school choirs. The show, titled “Music for the Holidays,” will air on WMHT, the public television station of the Capital District. Episodes featuring the Inner Choir will air at the following times: Episode No. 403: Episodes No. 401–405: Photos of Emma Willard’s Inner Choir courtesy of WMHT |
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December 3, 2007Most ImprovedThough she admits that she was never a natural athlete, Margaret, a junior, stuck with cross country through her middle school days and field hockey at Emma Willard. Along the way she learned that an athlete (and a student) can overcome her weaknesses and improve her skills with determination and hard work. At Monday’s Morning Reports assembly, she described her uphill climb for students and faculty. Click here to listen to her speech. Photo by Steven Ricci |
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December 2, 2007The 25th Annual Troy Victorian StrollDowntown Troy was host again to the beloved Troy Victorian Stroll. The afternoon event was full of families, packed coffee shops, some snow flurries, busy shoppers, and strolling couples, as well as an ice sculpture replicating Santa’s sleigh and reindeer. Roaming the streets blocked off for the day's activities were volunteers dressed in Victorian costumes; others handed out balloons or candy canes. The day was filled with performances by Morris dancers and a gospel choir, and exhibits by local artists. Despite the chilly weather, the 25th annual Troy Victorian Stroll was a success and another way to kick off the holiday season. Submitted by Emma Now community service news team/Julia '09 |
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December 1, 2007Cookies Galore!On Saturday , the holiday season truly began at Emma when students sold cookies and hot cocoa in the 2e Café for others to enjoy. Many came to see what delicious cookies were available and to hang out in the community space. It was a excellent kick-off to the seasonal events yet to come here at Emma. Submitted by Emma Now community service news team/Karen '11 |
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December 1, 2007Training ContinuesOn Saturday afternoon, the student leaders of the community service groups at Emma participated in a follow-up training session at which they shared with their peers their experiences of being team leaders. The girls not only talked about the difficulties of leading a group, they discussed why they are proud of the progress their groups are making this year. Submitted by Emma now community service news team/Vivian '09 |
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Though she admits that she was never a natural athlete, Margaret, a junior, stuck with cross country through her middle school days and field hockey at Emma Willard. Along the way she learned that an athlete (and a student) can overcome her weaknesses and improve her skills with determination and hard work. At Monday’s Morning Reports assembly, she described her uphill climb for students and faculty. Click here to listen to her speech.
