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| Outdoor play at French Creek Elementary included some snow fun recently |
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| We love OUTDOOR RECESS! |
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| Grade 5 snow masters |
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Indoor Schmindoor
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Music Students Hitting High Notes
Daniel DiMarino's original composition, Scherzo Villano,has been selected as a winning selection in the High School level in PMEA’s 2016 Composition Program. Daniel has been invited to participate in the PMEA Outstanding Compositions session on Friday, April 1beginning at 4:45 p.m. in the Trinidad Ballroom of the Hershey Lodge & Conference Center where his piece will be showcased. Daniel is performing in the PMEA All-State Ensemble at Hershey that weekend. Composition judges have encouraged Daniel to continue composing. He has already had a piece published! His work, String Quartet called Nefarioso, is on sale at JW Pepper,
http://www.jwpepper.com/10548023.item#.VeYK5Hu051Q
Daniel Horning (10th grade) has qualified for the PMEA Regional Band Festival this year. The festival will be held from March 10th through 12th and will take place at Ridley High School. (The festival is organized and run by Sun Valley High School, but will be taking place at Ridley High School.)
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Art Goes to School
Your child may have had a museum experience in his or her own art class! Check out the works he or she may have explored at: http://artgoestoschoolojr.myfreesites.net/gallery
Art Goes to School (AGTS) is a nonprofit organization that for the past 50 years has worked to present a wide-ranging, rotating portfolio of art to the Delaware Valley’s elementary students.
The Owen J Roberts Art Goes to School chapter is one of over 50 school districts that participate in the program. Owen J Roberts School District has participated for more than 30 years bringing the richness of visual arts appreciation to all of our elementary schools.
Art Goes to School is staffed exclusively by volunteers. AGTS volunteers start each new school year by researching pieces from rotating portfolios and presenting findings to fellow members. Then, we bring some of that knowledge back to the District's elementary classrooms in the form of Art Appreciation seminars. The greater AGTS membership gathers several times a year to share ideas and information sometimes visiting various art venues (occasionally with free, exclusive access).
The 2016 Owen J Roberts School District Portfolio includes the following works:
ARTIST PAINTING
Pablo Picasso Family of altimbanques
Pierre-Auguste Renoir Girl with Watering Can
Ancient Egyptian (Artists Unknown) Mummy Case of Lady Teshat
Quentin Metsys Money Lender
Edward Hicks Peaceable Kingdom
Paul Cezanne House at Aix-en-Provence...
Andre Derain Banks of the Seine
Pablo Picasso Still Life with Compote
MC Escher Bond of Union
Marc Chagall Self Portrait with White...
Lyonel Feininger Yellow Street II
Agnes Tait Skating in Central Park
Leon Bellefleur Le Poisson dans la Ville
Henry Moore Family Group, 1948
Rene Magritte The Empire of Light
MC Escher Angels and Devils...
Wayne Theibaud Cake Counter
Alexander Calder The Man
David Guinn Welcome to the Neighborhood
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Superintendents Visit Omega
The Center for School Study Councils is affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania and its Graduate School of Education. The Center for School Study Councils (CSSC) works to improve the quality of education in school districts across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. At a recent meeting, area superintendents visited Omega Design Corporation in Exton, PA, as part of a learning experience surrounding science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
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Snowy Day Door on Foundation Website
East Coventry Elementary School's Mrs. Dawn Himmelstein and Mrs. Cherrie Fitzsimmons created a "Snowy Day" door that garnered the attention of the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation. The door and a few Kindergarten students are highlighted on Foundation's website as part of their Snowy Day Celebrations!
The Snowy Day, a children's classic by Ezra Jack Keats, is the simple tale of a boy experiencing the hope and joy of a city snowfall.
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Fire & Ice Prom Fashion Show
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Alum Works for Harmony
Enjoy a song/video (below) just released by Collin Gray, OJR Class of 2012, now a senior at Yale. Collin created this in response to protests at Yale and more generally the continual struggle we've had as a nation managing diversity.
The movement’s called “Listen Louder.” It’s designed to challenge all people, especially those who benefit from some form of privilege, to acknowledge anything short of understanding, appreciation and love within themselves with a basic message to “Listen Louder” to those who walk, talk, think and feel differently. Collin feels that the
Owen J. Roberts Community helped shape a strong foundation for respect, acceptance and appreciation of others.
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Craft Sale March 5 & 6
Dear Friends and Supporters of the Owen J. Roberts Friends of the Arts,
Yes it's that time of year again--- our SPRING JURIED CRAFT SHOW will be held this year on Sat. & Sun., March 5 & 6, 2016 at the MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS.
The spring JURIED CRAFT SHOW is the largest annual fundraiser and the first huge show of it's caliber of the new year.
Yes it's that time of year again--- our SPRING JURIED CRAFT SHOW will be held this year on Sat. & Sun., March 5 & 6, 2016 at the MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS.
For over 40 years the OJR Friends of the Arts has been supporting the arts in our school district and community. Many of you may not be aware of what we sponsor; art goes to school which brings the art museum to the classroom, field trips, assemblies, the high school musical, band and orchestra needs. Friends of the Arts also provides invaluable scholarships to OJR seniors pursuing education in the arts.
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Watch OJR on PHL17
Don't miss out on tips to help keep children safe on social media and the internet:
http://phl17.com/2016/02/08/in-focus-sexting-and-cyberbullying-in-the-delaware-valley/
Owen J. Roberts School Psychologist, Dr. Brian Schneider, and Director of Technology, Mr. Paul Sanfrancesco, were on the set with News Anchor Jennifer Lewis-Hall of PHL 17 in a 30-minute segment on Digital Safety.
The Owen J. Roberts Parent Technology Series was featured as a way to help parents navigate the safekeeping of students when they are using digital media. Mr. Sanfrancesco explains why it’s so important for the school district to partner with parents. He defines sexting and cyberbullying and talks a bit about the problems. He explains that many of us, students included, are naive. We need to educate ourselves to guide children as we are really learning together. Ms. Lewis-Hall asks about hidden traps, Apps, and what parents need to know.
Dr. Schneider addresses social media and tools like computers and cellphones that make many aspects of life easier, but also carry risks for which we all need to manage. He talks about who is vulnerable for cyber-bullying and provides strategies to safeguard children.
There are 2 more Parent Sessions to mark on your calendar:
There are 2 more Parent Sessions to mark on your calendar:
March 9 – Social Media hands on instruction for parents by our own high school students.
May 16 – Student Tech Showcase
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Boys swimming: Owen J. Roberts locks up PAC-10 title
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Best of Luck State Journalism Competitors
On October 13th,2015, select members of the Yearbook, The Gavel, and Video Production Club traveled to Temple University to compete at the Pennsylvania School Press Association Regional Student Journalism Competition. This was our first year attending the competition which consisted of on-site competitions like yearbook spread design, newspaper story-writing, and broadcast script-writing, as well as carry-in competitions for photography and video.
Six OJRHS students will advance to the state-level competition on March 4th in State College!
Please congratulate the following students and wish them success in the next level:
Nicole Amstutz- Yearbook Captions
Mandy McGuigan- Yearbook Spread Design
Anita Zuberecz- Literary Magazine Art
Mike Styer- Yearbook Feature Photo
Cole Whitelock- Yearbook Sports Photo
AJ Lauletta- Yearbook News Photo
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Musical Tickets on Sale Now
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Bio Builders Earn Robot Innovation Award
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Salad Mastery
"Even the pickiest eaters gobbled it up," said Mrs. Thomas. Studies show that people of any age are more likely to try and like a food if they participate in the process of making it. Now, a very large group of Middle School students have a great organic salad and from-scratch dressing recipe in their repertoire. Students also learned how to make an all natural, no additives, electrolyte drink.
Olive Garden-Like Italian Salad Dressing
Ingredients
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoons sugar
½ tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoons sugar
½ tablespoon lemon juice
½ tablespoon dry Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dried parsley
Procedure:
- Combine all ingredients into a mason jar.
- Put on the lid tightly and shake until mixed thoroughly.
- Enjoy with salad—lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, black olives, croutons, & banana peppers!
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PMEA Region 6 Choral Festival
Congratulations to the following choral students who, as a result of successful re-auditions on February 4, 2016. These students will represent Owen J. Roberts in the PMEA Region 6 Choral Festival in March 2016. The top 10 of 20 singers in each part advance to the next level.
Daniel DiMarino – 1st Place, Bass 1
Michelle Intoccia – 2nd Place, Soprano 2
Conrad Sager – 3rd Place, Bass 1
Michael Styer – 6th Place, Tenor 1
Leah Muthler – 9th Place, Soprano 1
Cheyenne Hails – 9th Place, Soprano 2
Kaiden Roberts – 9th Place, Alto 1
Tristan Fish – 10th Place, Bass 1
This year’s music was exceptionally challenging! Please congratulate these students on a job well done!
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Zero Supply Cost STEAM Projects
Workers in district office buildings were asked to recycle, salvage and donate items to be used for construction supplies for STEAM projects for all five elementary schools.
Following the Forces and Motion units in grades 3 & 4 ---students use these supplies along with DESIGN and CREATIVITY to construct “mystery vehicles” and “parachutes” using the design/engineering process for research->design->creation. Once constructed, the vehicles and/or parachutes are utilized to collect data to answer the two questions below:
Following the Forces and Motion units in grades 3 & 4 ---students use these supplies along with DESIGN and CREATIVITY to construct “mystery vehicles” and “parachutes” using the design/engineering process for research->design->creation. Once constructed, the vehicles and/or parachutes are utilized to collect data to answer the two questions below:
Grade 3: STEAM Connection with Forces & Motion:
Does wheel size affect the performance of a vehicle’s speed?
Grade 4: STEAM Connection with Forces & Motion:
How does parachute shape affect performance relative to gravity and air resistance?
Does wheel size affect the performance of a vehicle’s speed?
Grade 4: STEAM Connection with Forces & Motion:
How does parachute shape affect performance relative to gravity and air resistance?
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Don't Miss Thoroughly Modern Millie
OJR High School presents Thoroughly Modern Millie on March 10-13
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| From L to R-Sara Helmers, Cheyenne Hails, Mike Styer, Michelle Intoccia and Conrad Sager |
For almost 50 years, the Owen J. Roberts High School (OJRHS) Musical Theater Department has produced top-notch high school musicals showcasing the talent of teen performers . This year a cast of 38 students will perform “Thoroughly Modern Millie” at OJRHS, 981 Ridge Road, Pottstown, Pa., on March 10-13, 2016. Performances are at 7 pm Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, March 10-12, and 2 pm Sunday, March 13. Tickets can be reserved online at www.ojrmusical.com, or by calling the box office at 610-469-5751. Tickets will also be available at the door.
Millie Dillmount (played by Cheyenne Hails) arrives in New York City from Kansas in the roaring 1920’s, to find herself in a sea of modern-day girls like herself looking for a better life in the big city. Finding a job and a husband proves to be harder than she expected. With help from new friends, Jimmy Smith ( played by Mike Styer), Dorothy Brown ( played by Michelle Intoccia), Mr. Trevor Graydon ( played by Conrad Sager) and Muzzy Van Hossmere ( played by Sara Helmers), Millie learns about herself and love.
This OJRHS musical is directed by Justin Damm with Jessica Potts as the musical director and choreography by Rebecca Futty. Other production staff include producer Taylor Helmers, technical director Scott Minor, student stage manager Maya Greenholt, and costume design Erinne Aicher.
TICKETS NOW ON SALE!
Preferred method of ordering: www.ojrmusical.com
$15 for Adults; $10 for Students,
and Sr. Citizens age 62 and older.
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Mini THON needs YOU
OJR HS MINI-THON 2016
Sat. Feb. 27 at 8:00 p.m. – Sun. Feb. 28 at 8:00 a.m.
Last year 360 OJR HS Dancers raised $32, 717.41 to fight Pediatric Cancer……
Help them reach their 2016 GOAL:
500 Dancers and $50,000.00
2016 Hospitality Donations are needed and may be contributed at:
Check or cash Donations to the Event or for Hospitality may be sent to the HS Office.
(Checks payable to “Kids-for-Kids”)
QUESTIONS may be directed to:
Claire Hampton, Hospitality Chair:minithonhospitality@gmail.com
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Senior Wins Columbus Essay Contest
High School Senior Christina Fluharty has earned the prestigious Christopher Columbus essay contest sponsored by the Chester County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolutions. The award was recognized by senators of the Senate of Pennsylvania.
The Community Courier reported, "For the Christopher Columbus essay contest, students were asked to discuss the similarities and differences between Christopher Columbus' voyage to the New World and Charles Lindbergh's first solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean. In her essay, Christina wrote, 'These two gentlemen did not know each other, but the manner in which they carried themselves and their fame contributes to their everlasting legacy through their ruthless determination and hearts full of burning passion.'"
http://www.townlively.com/dar-honors-local-students-3/
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Craft Sale Discount
It is hard to believe that we are less than two weeks away from this year's Friends of the Arts craft show! The show is followed region-wide. Friends of the Arts is working hard to finalize the details and everything is chugging along to make this year's show one of their best ever! There is always great food and Bause Catered Events will again be our food vendor.Eat at the show or bring home a meal. Bause Landry always has artisan bread and other gourmet options. You will want to save room for their chocolate cake!!!
Please feel free to forward the flyer to your contact list, friends and family members. Photocopies. printed email versions and display copies on a smartphone will be accepted at the door for the $1 discount.
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