October 2019
10.5.2019
Headmaster Coffee and Conversation
The next Headmaster Coffee and Conversation with James Hickey, Ph.D. P'22, '23, '24 will take place Tuesday, October 8th at 6:30 p.m. in the Gathering Room. These informal gatherings are great opportunities for both new and returning families to have high level discussions and open dialogue with Dr. Hickey regarding his vision for Austin Prep, the school's strategic plan, and other school updates as Austin Prep continues forward progress to the future. If you plan to attend, kindly RSVP to Mrs. Judy Reynolds at jreynolds@austinprep.org. Additional fall dates for Headmaster Coffee and Conversation are as follows: Wednesday, November 6th, 8:15 a.m.; and Wednesday, December 11th, 8:15 a.m.
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Parents: Save the Date!
We look forward to welcoming Jill Walsh, Ph.D., to campus on Tuesday, October 15th at 6:00 p.m. Dr. Walsh is an author, researcher, and digital space advocate. In her research at Boston University, Dr. Walsh’s work “seeks to capture (adolescents') words, stories, and experiences to help adults understand and develop greater empathy for what it is like to grow up in the 21st century.” Dr. Walsh will talk about the teen technology landscape and help parents to understand the digital worlds and relationships teens navigate online. For more information about Dr. Jill Walsh, visit her website here. All parents are invited to attend, and we look forward to having you. To help us with our planning for the event, please click here to RSVP. If you have questions, please reach out to Health and Wellness counselors Mrs. Jessica Lenci or Mrs. Sarah Holch.
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Signature Event Ticket Prices Increase Friday
The Signature Event returns on Friday, November 1st for a night of celebrating Truth, Unity, and Love. Tickets currently are $100 per person, but will increase to $125 after Friday, October 11th. Be sure to get in on the early bird pricing. Click here to purchase your tickets. If you would like to donate an item to the auction, any and all donations are welcome! Gift cards to local businesses, tickets to theater performances, concerts and sporting events, jewelry, weekend getaways, and electronics are among the more popular items. Click here for a list of suggested items. Please be sure to bring your donation to Austin Prep by Friday, October 11th. All donations must be accompanied with a donation form.
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Annual College Fair is Monday
On Monday, October 7th, The Office of College Counseling and Advisement will host its annual College Fair in Richard J. Meelia Hall from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Here is a list of the over 80 schools currently attending. The fair is open to all Upper School students and families and is a great way to show demonstrated interest to schools you may apply to while also learning about a large number of schools in a small period of time. Eighth grade families are also welcome to attend to get an idea of the programming available to our Upper School students. To RSVP, please click here. If you have any questions regarding the fair, please reach out to Mr. Brian Ford, Director of College Counseling. Also on the College Counseling front, Austin Prep will once again host its annual testing day on Wednesday, October 16th. Freshman will take the PSAT 8/9, while Sophomores and Juniors will take the PSAT/NMSQT. Seniors have the day off, and are encouraged to use this time to work on college applications or go visit schools. More information will be communicated closer to the test date.
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Autumn at Austin Weekend is ApproachingJoin current families, faculty and alumni during our annual Autumn at Austin weekend, October 18th and 19th – there is something for everyone! Friday, October 18th Bring your whole family in Halloween costumes and trick or treat from festively decorated cars throughout the designated Trunk or Treat area. Before you start your trick or treating, stop by the Alumni/Admissions tent in front of the main doors of McLaughlin Hall for your free bag! Saturday, October 19th Complete Athletics Schedule for October 18th & 19th:
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Picture Retakes are This WednesdayBy now students should have received and brought home their school picture. If students would like to retake their school picture, there will be an opportunity on Wednesday, October 9th from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Students who did not bring their order form to picture day and want to purchase pictures can do so in one of the two following ways:
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Summer Learning for our Faculty
This summer, Science Faculty Dr. Ricardo Vanegas, P’21, ’24, traveled to the United Kingdom to work with scientists from around the globe to explore the latest research in the emerging STEM field of Bioinformatics (a revolutionary interdisciplinary field of science, bioinformatics combines biology, computer science, information engineering, mathematics, and statistics to analyze and interpret biological data). Dr. Vanegas studied at the John Innes Center in Norwich, England and worked alongside a global community of scientists on the emerging Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology and its application to medicine and DNA replication. Dr. Vanegas' Biotechnology class will explore some of the latest research on genetic and medical engineering.
While in the UK, Dr. Vanegas spent time in Cambridge and London to visit the places where the secrets of DNA were unraveled. Faculty sabbaticals such as this are made possible by support through the Annual Fund. Thank you for your continued support each year.
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Senior Tutors Lend Hand to Middle School Writers
Sixth grade students in Mrs. Leeann Blais' B block English class benefitted from the expertise of Writing Center tutors during their lesson this week. Tutors Jake Taylor '20 and Mia Han '20 joined the class as they crafted their poems inspired by the one and only, Robert Frost. The sixth grade is currently studying poetry by looking at a well-known work, discussing it with their teacher and peers, and then writing their own masterpiece. Jake and Mia jumped right in to chat with students as they began the process of drafting their poems.
The Writing Center, located in room 215, is home to a group of tutors (like Jake and Mia) who are happy to join classes during the day, work with writers during Cougar Block, as well as schedule one-on-one help if needed.
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Meet Ms. Anya Goodridge
We would like to introduce Ms. Anya Goodridge as the new Director of Annual Giving. Ms. Goodridge comes to Austin Prep having worked in development for several nonprofits, including the Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, ALS Therapy Development Institute, LEAP for Education, Stoneridge Children's Montessori School and Harvard University. Ms. Goodridge has two boys, Walker (15) and Perry (14), and enjoys exercise, tennis, and coffee. Ms. Goodridge is looking forward to engaging with the parent community and establishing a parent committee to assist with Austin Prep's philanthropic efforts. If you would like to say hello, do not hesitate to reach out to Ms. Goodridge at anya.goodridge@austinprep.org, or stop by the office on the 4th floor of St. Augustine Hall.
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History Happened Here
Eighth graders traveled through time to colonial Massachusetts this week as part of their study of the American Revolution. Students spent Wednesday morning with the Sons of Liberty where they "huzzah-ed" at a town meeting, stormed the tea ships docked at Griffin's Wharf, and dumped "the pernicious tea" into Boston Harbor.
On Thursday, another group traveled to Lexington to "muster the Minutemen" as they explored stories from the morning of April 19, 1775. Additional groups will travel to Lexington, Concord, and the Museum of Fine Arts in the weeks ahead to conduct field research as students explore the role of Massachusetts in the American Revolution and the importance of preserving and celebrating our national heritage.
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Annual Student Augustinian Values Institute Retreat
Austin Prep students departed bright and early Friday morning bound for Tulsa, Oklahoma for the annual Student Augustinian Values Institute (SAVI) trip. The retreat occurs at a different Augustinian high school in the US or Canada each year. Students will spend the weekend meeting other Augustinian students, attending talks and workshops on our shared charisms—veritas, unitas, and caritas—spend time in reflection and prayer, and get a chance to brainstorm projects for bringing back to Austin a renewed enthusiasm for our Augustinian heritage. In the past, students have enjoyed building lasting relationships with students around the country and loved spending time at another high school, getting a glimpse at what life is like for Augustinian students outside of Boston. Pictured above is our SAVI XI delegation: (left to right) Ben Sperling '22, Ariana Clark '21, Drew Nedroscik '22, Yianni Andrikopoulos '23, Lily O’Neill '23, and Alyssa Vounessea '21. The students are accompanied by chaperones and SAVI club moderators Mrs. Leeann Blais and Mrs. Katie Brenninkmeyer.
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Fulbright Scholar Gives German Geography Lesson
The sixth grade social studies course Becoming Historians focuses on skills and careers in history. The Class of 2026 welcomed Fulbright Scholar Miloud El Idrissi, a computer science student at MIT, to class on Thursday for a lesson on the geography of his native Germany. The students learned how the map of Germany has changed over time from over 300 tiny kingdoms and principalities in the Holy Roman Empire to its current state in Europe. Students had the opportunity to ask questions about Germany and even learned a few German phrases with the help of Mrs. Brenda Simblaris, Assistant Director of Admissions, who formerly taught German.
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Reading Police Remind Students How to Stay Safe
At Thursday’s community meeting, we welcomed our School Resource Officers from the Town of Reading to campus. Officers Brian Lewis and Matt Vatcher spoke with students about ALICE protocols. Students watched a video and were reminded that ALICE is not a prescription for how to react, rather it is intended to remind students of options they have should they encounter a situation, with the goal being to evacuate whenever possible. We remain vigilant about the safety of our students and staff and we are appreciative that our SRO's were able to come in and review procedures with our community.
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Annual Open House is October 27th
The Office of Admissions is hosting an Open House on Sunday, October 27th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for future students interested in grades 6 - 11. We are looking for Parent Volunteers to staff our registration tables and to help welcome prospective families. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Steve Silverthorn, Director of Admissions. Open House visitors will have the opportunity to meet Middle and Upper School faculty, school leaders, coaches, and take tours of our campus with Green Key Student Ambassadors. Additionally, we would be grateful if you would help spread the word about the event by displaying an Open House lawn sign at your home. If you would like a sign, please stop by the Office of Admissions, located on the first floor of McLaughlin Hall, or reach out to Mr. Silverthorn. |
10.12.2019
fatAutumn at Austin Weekend is October 18th and 19thOur annual Autumn at Austin is next weekend! Join current families, faculty and alumni for on campus activities October 18th & 19th – there is something for everyone! Friday, October 18th Bring your whole family in Halloween costumes and trick or treat from festively decorated cars throughout the designated Trunk or Treat area. Before you start your trick or treating, stop by the Alumni/Admissions tent in front of the main doors of McLaughlin Hall for your free bag! Saturday, October 19th SAGE Dining Services will provide a full buffet pancake breakfast* for the whole family in the Dining Hall! Austin Prep mascot, Cubby, will be greeting and taking photos with guests. Green Key Student Ambassadors will be on hand to give tours to families. Complete Athletics Schedule for October 18th & 19th:
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Signature Event Ticket Price Break Extended!
Did you miss the deadline for Early Bird Pricing on Signature Event Tickets? If so, we have extended Early Bird Pricing through the end of this weekend! Tickets currently are $100 per person, but will increase to $125 after Sunday, October 13th at midnight. Be sure to take advantage of this great offer! The Signature Event is the biggest parent social of the year, and takes place Friday, November 1st. Click here to purchase your tickets. If you would like to donate an item to the auction, any and all donations are welcome! Gift cards to local businesses, tickets to theater performances, concerts and sporting events, jewelry, weekend getaways, and electronics are among the more popular items. Click here for a list of suggested items. All donations must be accompanied with a donation form.
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Dr. Jill Walsh Visits Campus on Tuesday
We look forward to welcoming Jill Walsh, Ph.D., to campus on Tuesday, October 15th at 6:00 p.m. Dr. Walsh is an author, researcher, and digital space advocate. In her research at Boston University, Dr. Walsh’s work “seeks to capture (adolescents') words, stories, and experiences to help adults understand and develop greater empathy for what it is like to grow up in the 21st century.” Dr. Walsh will talk about the teen technology landscape and help parents to understand the digital worlds and relationships teens navigate online. For more information about Dr. Jill Walsh, visit her website here. All parents are invited to attend, and we look forward to having you. To help us with our planning for the event, please click here to RSVP. This event will take place in the Heritage Room. If you have questions, please reach out to Health and Wellness counselors Mrs. Jessica Lenci or Mrs. Sarah Holch.
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Reminder: Winter Dress Begins on Wednesday, October 16thREMINDER: Students will transition from wearing the Warm Weather Uniform to the Winter (Year-Round) Uniform on Wednesday, October 16th. For a list of the uniform requirements for both Upper and Middle School students, click here.
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Spread the Word: Annual Open House is October 27th
The Office of Admissions is hosting an Open House on Sunday, October 27th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for future students interested in grades 6 - 11. We are looking for Parent Volunteers to staff our registration tables and to help welcome prospective families. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Steve Silverthorn, Director of Admissions. Open House visitors will have the opportunity to meet Middle and Upper School faculty, school leaders, coaches, and take tours of our campus with Green Key Student Ambassadors. Additionally, we would be grateful if you would help spread the word about the event by displaying an Open House lawn sign at your home. If you would like a sign, please stop by the Office of Admissions, located on the first floor of McLaughlin Hall, or reach out to Mr. Silverthorn.
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Austin Prep Cross Country Participates in YMCA 5k
Last Saturday, members of the Austin Prep Cross Country Team participated in the 5th annual Laurel Kluge 5k Road Race, hosted by our community partner, the Burbank YMCA. Proceeds from the race benefitted the PINK and LIVESTRONG programs at the YMCA.
Austin Prep's Christopher Blake '22 (pictured above) and Cate Mawn '20 took first place in their respective age group divisions.
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New Math Club Off to a Strong StartThe Math Department is pleased to announce a new club dedicated to math competitions. This club is student driven with faculty support to provide many opportunities for our students to compete in the study of mathematics. Our first competition, “Who wants to be a Mathematician?”, was sponsored by the American Mathematical Society. Congratulations to the following students who have advance to the second round of the competition: Jeremy Levine '20, Catherine Ning '20, Luke Foley '20 and Jason Zhao '20
Additionally, on Tuesday four of our club members will travel with Ms. Natalie Petrillo and Ms. Doreen Fuller to compete in an invitational math meet at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). The students will be competing for a scholarship to WPI while the faculty advisors will attend a colloquium on Data Understanding through Visualization. Our team consists of Jason Zhao '20, Jack Nguyen '20, Khoa Le '20, and Luke Foley '20.
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Sunday is Clergy Appreciation Day
Did you know that tomorrow is National Clergy Appreciation Day? It is a day to recognize the work of ministers, pastors, and priests in the United States. We appreciate Father Patrick Armano and all he does for our community!
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The Red Bandanna 5k
Inspired by this year's themed reading, The Red Bandanna, Austin Prep will be fielding a team for the Welles Remy Crowther Red Bandanna 5k Run that is held annually at Boston College. This year's race/walk will be on Saturday, October 26th at 9:00 a.m. Registration for the race is $20 for students, and $25 for all others. All proceeds go to the The Welles Remy Crowther Charitable Trust. Members of student government, faculty, and staff are already signed up, and are looking forward to bringing a large Austin Prep contingent to support this great cause. To participate in the event and join the Austin Prep team, please follow these steps: 1. Go to the Red Bandanna 5k Run Website 2. Select the "Join a Team", and then join the Austin Preparatory School Cougars team. 3. Fill out the remaining registration information. More information will follow for those who register, including bus transportation between BC and Austin for students who wish to not drive to BC. If you have any questions regarding the race, please reach out to Mr. Brian Ford, Director of College Counseling.
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Class CongressAt Austin Prep, students participate in class congresses every other week. They are held on opposite weeks of community meetings. Class congresses are planned, organized and managed by class-level student council officers. The goal is to get each respective class together to participate in fun team building activities during Cougar Block.
This week, our junior class decorated pumpkins in the dining hall while the senior class had a Wii Just Dance contest in Richard J. Meelia Hall.
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Austin Prep Welcomes Two New Members to its Board of TrusteesAustin Prep announced this week the appointment of two new members to its Board of Trustees. Mr. Michael H. Bravo P'18, 20 is the parent of Logan Bravo '18 and Catherine Bravo '20. He has more than 30 years of experience in the fields of engineering and systems management. A Licensed Professional Engineer, Mr. Bravo has extensive knowledge and background in business process development and FDA compliance knowledge. For the past 19 years, Mr. Bravo has served in various capacities with Philips Healthcare, and is currently the Head of Supplier Quality for Monitoring and Analytics. In this role, Mr. Bravo is responsible for all Supplier Quality and related Regulatory Compliance aspects with a worldwide team of 65 associates in the United States, Europe, and Asia. Prior to his tenure with Philips Healthcare, Mr. Bravo held managerial and technical positions in the medical industry with Agilent Technologies and Hewlett-Packard. Mr. Bravo’s commitment to the field has extended beyond the workplace, having served in leadership roles within the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) and the Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI). Mr. Bravo received his B.S. from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and completed his M.S. in engineering and management from MIT. Steven R. DiSalvo, Ph.D. is the President of Endicott College in Beverly, MA. A longtime leader in higher education and philanthropy, Dr. DiSalvo has held a number of executive positions in for-profits and non-profits with a track record of transformative success, primarily at colleges and universities throughout the United States. Prior to accepting the leadership role at Endicott, Dr. DiSalvo served as the tenth president of Saint Anselm College in Manchester, N.H. While at Saint Anselm, Dr. DiSalvo advanced the college’s national reputation through scholarship, athletics and via the prestigious New Hampshire Institute of Politics operated by the College. Previously, Dr. DiSalvo was president at Wisconsin’s Marian University, in addition to serving in various capacities at Fordham University, Loyola University Chicago, and Fairfield University. Dr. DiSalvo’s experience extends beyond higher education, having served as the president and founder of The Hopewell Group, a leading philanthropic advising firm, and as executive director of the Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation, dedicated to ending domestic violence through educational programs. He also served as the chief operating officer at Junior Achievement New York, which is committed to inspiring K-12 students to be successful via business education by working with CEO’s of Fortune 100 companies. Dr. DiSalvo completed his Ph.D. in educational leadership at Fordham University, where he also earned an M.B.A. in marketing and a B.S. in psychology. Headmaster James Hickey, Ph.D, P' 22, '23, '24 remarked, "Austin Prep is fortunate to have a talented and forward thinking Board of Trustees and we look forward to working with Dr. DiSalvo and Mr. Bravo to keep Austin Prep moving ahead on a pathway of excellence.” Both Mr. Bravo and Dr. DiSalvo have been appointed to a three-year term through November 2022. |
10.19.2019
cheesePurchase Your Tuition Raffle Tickets Beginning Monday
The 5th Annual Signature Event is now less than two weeks away, and Austin Prep is once again hosting a Tuition Raffle, which is open to all current parents. The owner of the winning raffle ticket may be credited up to the full tuition cost for one student for the 2019-2020, or the 2020-2021 academic year. Tickets are $250 each and only 200 will be sold. The raffle winner will be chosen at the Signature Event on Friday, November 1st, 2019 at Andover Country Club. You do not need to be present to win, but have your phone handy in case you receive a call from Dr. Hickey! To watch last year's phone call to the Centinaro Family '23, '25, click here. This raffle supports the efforts of the Austin Prep Parents Association’s Signature Event. All proceeds from the Signature Event benefit each and every one of our students. For a complete list of Tuition Raffle 2019 rules and regulations, click here. The raffle will open at 7:00 p.m, on Monday, October 21, 2019. Look for an email containing the link to the raffle.
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Great Auction Items Available at the Signature Event
Among the many great items up for auction at the Austin Prep Parents Association’s 5th Annual Signature Event is a Bruins luxury box for 19 on Saturday, December 21st vs. the Nashville Predators. Package includes a $1,000 food and alcohol allowance. Puck drops at 7:00 p.m. Value on this incredible experience is $4,500. Other auction items include:
The above are just a small sample of the great items that are part of the auction.
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Annual Open House is Next Sunday
The Office of Admissions is hosting an Open House on Sunday, October 27th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for future students interested in grades 6 - 11. We are looking for Parent Volunteers to staff our registration tables and to help welcome prospective families. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Steve Silverthorn, Director of Admissions. Open House visitors will have the opportunity to meet Middle and Upper School faculty, school leaders, coaches, and take tours of our campus with Green Key Student Ambassadors. Additionally, we would be grateful if you would help spread the word about the event by displaying an Open House lawn sign at your home. If you would like a sign, please stop by the Office of Admissions, located on the first floor of McLaughlin Hall, or reach out to Mr. Silverthorn.
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In Vino Veritas
Please gather friends and join Fr. Stephen Curry, O.S.A., Ed.D. for a fun, informative evening featuring light hors d’oeuvres and four wines from the Tuscan Region. A great way to introduce potential families to Austin Prep and learn about wine pairings! Registration includes a souvenir wine glass, four wine tastings and food pairings. The event takes place Tuesday, November 5th from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the Heritage Room at Austin Prep. The price is $25 per person. Space is limited, and you can register here. If you would like to attend please register by Tuesday, October 29th. Questions to Ms. Brianna Robbins, Executive Assistant and Events Manager, at brianna.robbins@austinprep. Please note: This event is open to faculty, staff, parents, alumni and their guests 21+ years only.
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Rock Star Alum Returns to CampusAt Thursday's Community Meeting, Austin Prep welcomed back Britt Denaro '03. A professional guitar player who has traveled the world, Britt, who goes by the stage name Britt Lightning, performed for students and encouraged them to follow their dreams.
Britt recalled being a student at Austin Prep when there were little or no arts programs, and told current students they are lucky to have the opportunities they currently enjoy at Austin Prep. She also described some of the challenges she has faced in her career, ranging from having to break through in a male dominated industry, and the process of auditioning for many bands before finding the right opportunity for her. The highlight of the show was when Britt Lightning showed a clip of her performing "Fight Song" on Good Morning America with Rachel Platten. At Austin Prep, she played along live to the clip and was accompanied by many Austin Prep students in the crowd. After the show, Britt had lunch in the dining hall and visited with students in their respective arts classes.
"Mentors and teachers shape who you are, and I am grateful for all the support of the faculty and staff at Austin Prep," she said. "Leaders and innovators face rejection all the time but they don't let it stop them from following their dreams. You can really accomplish anything you can think of." The Office of Alumni Relations looks forward to bringing more alumni back to campus to share their experiences and journeys with the whole Austin Prep community.
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Commended Students Recognized at Community Meeting
Catherine Bravo '20 and Khoa Le '20 are presented their National Merit Scholarship Program Certificates by Dr. Hickey. Not pictured is Matthew Fish '20. Catherine Bravo '20, Khoa Le '20, and Matthew Fish '20 were recognized as Commended Students in the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program at Thursday's Community Meeting. About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation were recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Commended Students placed among the top 50,000 scorers of more than 1.5 million students who entered the competition by taking the 2018 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). The three seniors qualified for the initial phase of the program in the spring. James Hickey, Ph.D. P'22, '23, 24, presented the trio with their National Merit Scholarship Program Certificates. “Those being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success,” commented a spokesperson for the National Merit Scholarship Program. “These students represent a valuable national resource; recognizing their accomplishments, as well as the key role their schools play in their academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in our nation. We hope that this recognition will help broaden their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue their pursuit of academic success.”
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The Red Bandanna 5k
Inspired by this year's themed reading, The Red Bandanna, Austin Prep will be fielding a team for the Welles Remy Crowther Red Bandanna 5k Run that is held annually at Boston College. This year's race/walk will be on Saturday, October 26th at 9:00 a.m. Registration for the race is $20 for students, and $25 for all others. All proceeds go to the The Welles Remy Crowther Charitable Trust. Members of student government, faculty, and staff are already signed up, and are looking forward to bringing a large Austin Prep contingent to support this great cause. To participate in the event and join the Austin Prep team, please follow these steps: 1. Go to the Red Bandanna 5k Run Website 2. Select the "Join a Team", and then join the Austin Preparatory School Cougars team. 3. Fill out the remaining registration information. More information will follow for those who register, including bus transportation between BC and Austin for students who wish to not drive to BC. If you have any questions regarding the race, please reach out to Mr. Brian Ford, Director of College Counseling.
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la Fête des Fromages
Each year the students in French Club 2 kick off the school year with the election of their officers and by holding the annual Cheese Party — la Fête des Fromages. Students sample a variety of some 15 international cheeses, including several favorites from France such as Brie, Boursin, and Port Salut, as well as taste French butter from Normandy.
The cheeses were enjoyed on French baguettes or soft rolls, accompanied by green, red or purple grapes, and washed down with apple cider. This popular event also provided students the opportunity to learn about proper etiquette for serving cheese — different knives, methods of slicing, and traditional accompaniments, for example.
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Students Apply Calculus to Real Life
Students in Ms. Alison Fish and Ms. Sarah Meier’s P'23 Pre-Calculus classes have been studying the Unit Circle this quarter. Students used their creativity and own interests to replicate their own 2D or 3D Unit Circles. They also used their knowledge of the Unit Circle to analyze it and answer various questions.
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Financial Aid Information NightOn Monday, October 21st, the Office of College Advisement and Counseling will be hosting a Financial Aid information night at 6:00 p.m. in the Heritage Room. Our presenter will be Matthew Carpenter, founder and owner of College Funding Services which has offices in Salem, Massachusetts as well as in New Jersey. Matt and members of his team have helped thousands of families find creative and affordable strategies for paying for college. They have also provided education to families on how to negotiate with colleges once the students have been accepted. Come and learn the ins and outs of the Financial Aid process, and how to best prepare yourself financially for the next step! To RSVP for the event, please click here. To see College Funding Services website, please click here. If you have any questions regarding the event, please reach out to Mr. Brian Ford, Director of College Counseling.
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Seventh Graders Visit Stone Zoo
Seventh graders conducted field research putting their skills of observation and comparison to use at different animal habitats at the Stone Zoo, part of Zoo New England. The visit began with an exploration of science vocabulary in context. Students formed research teams of four to find examples of terminology at the Zoo. Those research teams then spent an extended time at two different habitats to take sketches and make field notes as part of a larger project that will utilize students' observations in an authentic context.
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Dr. Jill Walsh Recap
Last Tuesday Austin Prep launched its 2019-2020 Parent University series. Boston University sociology professor Dr. Jill Walsh, an expert in the field of social media use among adolescents, delivered an evening workshop. Parents who attended the session came away from the presentation with a new understanding of the social media landscape and the “digital space” that teens utilize as they work through the central questions of adolescence: “Who am I?” and “How do I fit in?” One parent commented, "She was one of the most empowering speakers. I thought I was going to feel overwhelmed but I left completely energized." Dr. Walsh also shared strategies for engaging in conversation about social media use and potential pitfalls. An executive summary and some additional resources on this topic can be accessed here. |
