Design of the New Brook Playground

Here is the final design of the new Brook Playground that is due to be put in during the first weeks of October, weather permitting.  The equipment will provide more options for play and movement than the old one.  Can't wait to see it "in person."

First Middle School Assembly

Today was the first middle school assembly of the year, beginning with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the Star Spangled Banner, played by our music faculty.  Dr. Lowry welcomed everyone and the new students, the fifth grade and new faculty members, in particular.

He then spoke to the students about the importance of EMS being a safe place to learn and have friendships, explaining the difference between “tattling” and “telling a responsible adult,” when feelings get hurt or a student feels uncomfortable.  He reminded them that sending an email to an advisor, the principal, a teacher, the nurse or himself was a confidential and easy way to ask for support.

Principal DiPaolo also welcomed everyone and explained the importance of “respect” and “responsibility” in the lives of all of us here at The Elisabeth Morrow School.  She raised an umbrella representing those two qualities, as we must all operate beneath their protection.

Mr. Cooper introduced the 10^th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.  He read the Gettysburg Address (which will be read this Sunday at Ground Zero) and shared two videos about the 9/11 Memorial, which can be found at www.911memorial.org.   Following the videos, we sat in silence for several minutes of reflection.

The music faculty played Canon in D by Pachelbel, and we ended by singing the Apple Tree Song. 

The video clip below is the start of the assembly.

The First Day of School

There is nothing like the first day of school at EMS!  The excitement builds, as the students get closer to the front door of Little School.  Then, the traditional handshake and good morning, one of our most treasured traditions.  The entrances to Chilton House and Morrow House see the same welcome.

Here's to a terrific school year that even all the rain can't dampen!

 

New Brook Playground in the Works

While it is not going to look exactly like this, we are in the process of planning for the installation of a new playground near the brook for the 3rd and 4th graders.  We anticipate that the old equipment will be removed, the site prepared and new structures installed during the first week or so of October.  Once begun, the process will move quickly.  Once the final design is complete, it will be posted here.

Hurricane Irene

We had minimal damage, a few trees need to be removed and there was some minor flooding.  Never lost power!  We hope that you were as lucky as we were.  Here's a tree that has fallen across the path from Little School to Morrow House.

August Mailing #2 - For Parents

You may also download the complete PDF here.

Look What's Growing in the Kindergarten Garden!

Hiding quietly under its leaves, a pumpkin is tucked into one of the raised beds.

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Be well, see you in September!

August Mailing #1 - For Parents

Hello Parents:  You should have received the first of two August mailings from the School via e-mail. If you did not, you may read the publication on line below, or you may download the PDF.

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Please be sure to submit any updated or additional emails to School Communications.  This will be important when the weekly Wednesday Envelopes begin in September.

Welcome Max Elias!

Congratulations!!

"Max Elias Spaeth was born at 12:30 p.m on Wednesday, July 6th. 8 lbs, 2 oz; 20 inches long. I would like to thank the EMS community for all of their well wishes and support. See you in September!"

~Ms. Spaeth