Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Dr. Shahan thanked the students and faculty for their contributions to EnergyCare in his honor.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Comedy Club: Meeting Thursday in lab 5.
*Egg Drop Challenge: Tomorrow at 8:15 am in Mr. Roble's classroom.
*Global Assistance: Meeting tomorrow at 8:00 am in Madame Tompkins' classroom.
*Lost & Found: Give back day on Friday.
*Mad Bomber: Articles due Monday.
*Old Newsboys Day: Tomorrow. Please participate in this drive for St. Louis children's charities. Burroughs collections will be at Price and Ladue, Price and Clayton and the JBS Clayton Road entrance.
*Power Puff Football: Friday's round robin has been postponed.
*Soccer: Wear blue and gold on Friday!
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY
Student body president Amol Pai and chief justice Liesl Schnuck announced that the Board of Trustees Values Committee has requested student input in its review of the school's zero-tolerance policy with respect to the "possession, use or distribution of drugs." Congress will organize one or two student forums to "look forward...not debate the past." There is also a suggestion box in the front office.
SVMC PUMPKIN LAUNCH
A video of last week's pumpkin launch was shown and the two winners announced: Will Nickerson's pumpkin traveled the longest distance and Sasha Ashall's traveled the highest. Both are seventh graders!
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*KUTO: Training workshop Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm; dinner will be provided.
*Lost & Found Give-Back Day: Friday, November 21.
*Physics & Engineering Club: See Andy Stuhl, Henry Schmidt or Mr. Roble if you would like to participate in the second egg drop challenge on Thursday.
*SpoFo: Arm wrestlers needed! Sign up!!
*Yearbook: Meeting today at 3:00 pm -- important.
Monday, November 17, 2008
THIS WEEK
*Monday: Field Hockey Banquet at 6 pm in the dining room.
*Tuesday: Late Day.
*Thursday: Late Day; Old Newsboys Day; “A Closer Look” for prospective parents at 7 p.m. in the Brauer Building.
*Friday: Early dismissal for state soccer semifinals at noon.
*Saturday: Unique Boutique from 10 am to 4 pm in the Brauer Building.
*Sunday: Unique Boutique from 10 am to 4 pm in the Brauer Building.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Soccer semifinals: Given that the semifinal game of the Missouri state championship will be at 1 p.m. on Friday at the Soccer Park, the school has decided to dismiss at noon and provide busses so that all Bomber fans can attend the game. During the morning, school will run a compressed schedule of eight 23-minute periods with a snack for lunch. Busses will leave Burroughs at noon and return between 3:30 and 4 p.m. Cost for transportation is free, but the $6 admission to the game will be store-carded. Although attendance is voluntary, Dr. Shahan encouraged everyone to come, to cheer loudly and to make the soccer Bombers win. He indicated that enthusiastic fan support will make it more likely that the administration will do this again, should the need arise.
*Athletics: Fitness and girls' swimming start today. Students who plan to participate in an independent activity during the winter season need to have the activity approved.
*GSA: Meeting Tuesday at 8 am in Ms. Kweskin’s classroom.
*Iron Chef: Meeting Tuesday at 8 a.m. in the home ec room. Bring recipes.
*World: Meeting Tuesday at 8:15 am in Dr. Smith’s classroom.
*KUTO: Meeting at 8 am Tuesday in the counseling area.
EnergyCare PRESENTATION
Tom Gardner, development director of EnergyCare, talked about what his agency does, and Montgomery Plan representatives presented a check in honor of Dr. Shahan to EnergyCare. See “Assembly Presentations” later today.
Friday, November 14, 2008
Congratulations to the boys' soccer varsity team which trumped Troy, 4-0, in the state quarterfinals yesterday. On to the semifinals v. Springfield Catholic on November 21st!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*GSA: A nationwide protest against California's passage of Proposition 8 banning gay marriage will be held on Saturday. If you want to participate in the St. Louis protest at the Old Court House, meet at the MetroLink at Skinker and Forest Park at 11:30 am.
*Knit for Needs: Having a "knit-in" today at 3:00 pm in the classics lounge.
*Library: Closing at 2:55 pm today.
*SpoFo: Last day to sign up for the arm wrestling competition.
*Yearbook: Meeting Sunday at 1:00 pm.
RAD ASSEMBLY
RAD, the student group Reaching Adolescent Drivers, sponsored a speaker on driving safety. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Congratulations to the choirs for a lovely chorus.
Good luck to the soccer team in the quarterfinals today.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*6-Man Club: Sponsoring a T-shirt design contest for basketball fans. Please submit by December 10.
*Amnesty: Meeting tomorrow at 7:45 am in Dr. Sandler's classroom.
*Pumpkin Launch: The pumpkin launching in the Clayton lot, after each lunch period.
*Soccer Fan Bus: The fan bus will leave at 3:45 pm for th 5:30 pm quarterfinals game in Troy.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*ALS: Meeting tomorrow at 8:15 in Ms. Kweskin's classroom.
*Book Club: Last day to order Portnoy's Complaint. You have until the end of winter break to read it. Club is seeking younger members.
*Iron Chef: Meeting tomorrow at 8:00 am in the home ec room.
*Kids' Place: If you would like to begin to tutor at Kids' Place after school, see Mrs. Dee.
*KIVA: Meeting tomorrow at 8:15 am in Mr. Wagner's classroom.
*Physics & Engineering: Meeting tomorrow at 8:15 am in the astronomy and meteorology room for an egg drop.
*RAD: Meeting tomorrow at 8:15 am in the video room.
*Soccer Fan Bus: Will leave the Clayton lot at 4:00 pm tomorrow to travel to Troy for the state quarterfinals. Wear warm, blue and gold clothes. Dinner will be provided.
*STAND: Meeting tomorrow at 8:15 am in lab 5.
*World: Layout today after school in the publications lab.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Basketball: Need more interested girls!
*Bonsack Gallery: Beth Martin, the exhibiting artist, will speak about her work during second and third periods today.
*Knit for Needs: Knit-in on Friday after school in the classics lounge.
*Montgomery Plan: Meeting Thursday at 8:00 am in Dr. Sandler's classroom to prep for Old Newsboys Day. Also, need more volunteers for food collection at Straub's.
*Soccer Team: Call for fans to support the varsity team in the state quarterfinals game Thursday in Troy. There's a bus...so no excuses!
*Yearbook: Meeting today at 3:00 pm.
CONGRATULATIONS TO CROSS COUNTRY
The boys' varsity team presented its district championship plaque and its fourth-place-in-state plaque to Dr. Shahan.
VETERANS' DAY
Dr. Shahan encouraged everyone to remember veterans and today's soldiers for their service to country.
Monday, November 10, 2008
THE WEEK
*Tuesday: Late day; 7th grade class meeting at 8:00 am in the dining room.
*Wednesday: Choral Concert at 7:30 pm in Haertter Hall.
*Thursday: Late day; boys' soccer quarterfinals.
*Saturday: Blue & Gold Dance at 8:30 pm in the dining room.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Asian Culture Club: Meeting Tuesday in room 226.
*Comedy Club: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in lab 5.
*Field Hockey: RSVPs to the banquet are needed!
*KIVA: Meeting Tuesday at 8:15 am in Mr. Wagner's classroom.
*Mad Bomber: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in room 313.
*Montgomery Plan: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in the science auditorium. A weather stripping outing is in the works a week from Saturday. Details to come.
*World: Layout Wednesday.
*Yearbook: Meetings today and tomorrow at 3:00 pm.
KUDOS TO MUSICIANS
Last Monday, junior Jordan Gudmestad earned fourth trumpet seat and junior Russell Browning earned first tuba seat in the all metro honors band.
COMEDY CLUB
During assembly, a new comedy club delivered its first skit, sharing the five top hiding spots on campus. This was a you-had-to-be-there performance.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Blue & Gold Dance: Tickets are on sale in the bookstore. Students who arrive at the dance before 8:45 pm will be entered in raffles for several $100 gas cards. Students who arrive between 9:30 and 10:30 pm will be assessed a "late" fee.
*Soccer: Boys' varsity faces Whitfield in district finals at 3:00 pm on Friday -- fans wanted.
*SpoFo: Friday is the last day to sign up for the arm wrestling competition.
*Lacrosse: Upper school girls who are interested in playing spring lacrosse should meet with Mr. Tasker at 3:00 pm today in room 309.
*World: Layout is next Wednesday...get those articles written!
*Yearbook: Meeting Sunday at 1:00 pm.
CYBERBULLYING
Lt. Joe Laramie, 29-year veteran of the Glendale Police Department and director of the Missouri Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, spoke to assembly about cyberbullying. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Election Debate: Last week's student presidential election debate results were announced: After the October 30 debate, all students were invited to electronically cast their votes for which team won the debate and for which candidate they would personally support. With almost 66 percent of the student body participating, the results of the two votes were statistically even: 25 percent supported McCain and the McCain debate team and 75 percent supported Obama and the Obama debate team. In making the announcement, Mr. Salomon mused that perhaps students heard what they wanted to hear.
*Powder Puff Football: A round robin of flag football will be played on Friday, November 21. All girls are invited to participate; boys are invited to ref or coach. Look for sign up sheets. T-shirt orders will be taken after lunch.
*Review: Meeting tomorrow at 7:30 am in Dr. Des Prez's classroom.
*SpoFo: Meeting tomorrow at 7:40 am in Mr. McKone's classroom.
YES WE CAN
Both Dr. Shahan and Brent Westbrook '11 spoke to the history that was made yesterday. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Vote!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Book Club: Next book is Portnoy's Complaint.
*Cross Country: Boys varsity team presented its first place district plaque to the school.
*Field Hockey: Seeking fans for today's quarterfinal match v. St. Joe at St. Joe at 3:00 pm.
*Holiday Program: Anyone who might want to submit a design for the holiday program tableau, should see Ms. Allison or Mr. Jones.
*Review: Meeting Thursday at 7:30 am in Dr. Des Prez's classroom.
Monday, November 3, 2008
THE WEEK
*Tuesday: late day
*Wednesday: college financial aid meeting for junior and senior parents
*Thursday: 7th and 8th grade dance
*Friday: school closed/offices open
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Blue & Gold Dance: Invitations were placed on assembly seats of 10th, 11th and 12th graders. The dance is November 15.
*Dance Show: Meeting today in the dance studio for dancers and choreographers.
*JB TV: Meeting Wednesday at 7:30 am in Dr. Smith's classroom.
*Youth Orchestra: Don't miss JBS instrumentalists who will play at Powell Symphony Hall as part of the St. Louis Youth Symphony Orchestra on Sunday, November 9 at 3:00 pm.
CONGRATULATIONS
The boys' cross country team took first in district competition. Nick Evens won first place, Austin Allison sixth, Wyn Ferris eighth, Tim Ross ninth and Robbie Poeppelmeier fourteenth. In the girls' competition, Rebecca McDonald took sixth, Devon Camp took fourteenth and Elise Riley took fifteenth. They're all headed to state competition.
ALMANAC READING
As he does at the beginning of each month, Dr. Shahan read from The Old Farmer's Almanac. First a poem: The soft wind and the yellow leaves are having their last dance together. Then the forecast: Rain descends like curtains closing a show: there's snow up north, but the south gets a hosing! Sunbeams on football teams; losers, winners shovel out, then shovel in turkey dinners!
Friday, October 31, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Blood Knot: John Pierson (English, theatre) is appearing in Blood Knot at the Kranzberg Arts Center through November 9. The director is Philip Boehm, parent and parent of alumnus. The play, Boehm and Pierson are all receiving critical acclaim (see "Off the Board").
*Face Painting: Juniors are raising funds today; you can have your face painted between 1st and 8th periods for $2 or $5.
*Mad Bomber: First issue will be out today.
*Model UN: Bake sale today.
HALLOWEEN ASSEMBLY
Student body president Amol Pai played himself, going back in the future. He landed at Burroughs in 1986 to meet then-student Andrew Newman, portrayed by Jeremy Grossberg, and an entourage of faculty impersonated by seniors. See "Campus Candids" later today.
Thursday, October 30, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Tennis: Coach Steve Beauchamp presented the school with the girls' varsity team trophy for second in state. He also congratulated the Lehman sisters, Alex and Sydney, for winning first and second place in individual state competition.
*Yearbook: Short but important meeting today at 3:00 pm.
ALL SCHOOL PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE
Two teams, one representing McCain-Palin, the other Obama-Biden, presented the domestic and foreign policy positions of the presidential candidates and engaged in cross examination and rebuttal. During the day, the student body will select the best debate team and indicate their own presidential preferences. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*KUTO: Peer counseling training session tonight at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be included.
*PoFo: Students briefly explained the positions of Missouri’s two front-running gubernatiorial candidates. Chris Lenz talked about the positions held by Republican Kenny Hulshof, and Tory Dille explained the positions of Democrat Jay Nixon.
*Sports for Charity: This year’s arm wrestling tournament will benefit St. Louis Crisis Nursery. Students may sign up in the Commons or senior lounge. The cost to participate is $5.
*Yearbook: Meeting Thursday after school.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Athletic Scheduling: Fall fitness is over Thursday. All fall athletes should turn in their uniforms. Winter sports begin as follows: wrestling on November 3; basketball, dance, fitness, and IA on November 10; and swimming on November 17.
*Field Hockey: Today is the varsity last home game v. Villa, the defending state champions. It is also "senior" day.
*KUTO: Training Wednesday at 5:30 pm.
Monday, October 27, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENT
*6-Man Club: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in Mr. Gilbert's classroom.
CONGRATULATIONS TO...
Swimmers Chris Lee, Jack Linshi, Scott Steinhouse and Jacob Waterman for qualifying for state in the 200 free relay and Chris Bach, Jordan Gudmestad, Chris Lee and Jack Linshi for qualifying for state in the 200 medley relay.
Tennis players Alex Lehman for taking first in state singles, Sydney Lehman for taking second in state singles and the team for taking second in state.
KIVA
Ann E Diemer and Hannah Heard showed a story produced by FRONTLINE about KIVA, an organization that facilitates person-to-person microloans from the first world to entrepreneurs in developing countries. Ann E and Hannah have started a KIVA club at Burroughs and have already awarded loans. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Friday, October 24, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Soccer: Varsity game v. Priory today at 4:15 at JBS. This will decide the ABC League championship.
*Tennis: Congratulations to the Bombers team which took second in state, and good luck to the Lehmans who are continuing in individual competition.
*Theatre: At 8:00 pm tonight and Saturday the JB Players will present Come Back to the Five & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean. Tickets are on sale in the bookstore.
*World: Meeting Monday at 7:45 am in Dr. Smith's classroom.
UNITED NATIONS BIRTHDAY
Christian Bledsoe and Vicky Liu, student leaders of the 7th and 8th Grade Model UN, drew attention to the founding of the United Nations, 63 years ago today. In 1971 the General Assembly declared October 24 to be a public holiday for member states.
THE RASSIAS METHOD
During assembly Dartmouth professor John Rassias spoke to students about the importance of understanding and mastering second languages and cultures. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*KUTO: Peer helper training Wednesday, October 29 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm in the CCR.
*Mad Bomber: Layout after school today in the publications lab.
*Montgomery Plan: Anyone participating in Music Sunday needs a permission slip. See Mrs. Dee.
*PoFo: To raise awareness about the upcoming elections, anyone interested in making one-minute presentations during assembly on candidates below the presidential/vice-presidential level should see Alec Guzov or Jeremy Weltmer.
*Theatre: Tickets are on sale in the bookstore for the fall play.
*Yearbook: Meeting Sunday at 1:00 pm.
CLUB PROTOCOLS
Student Body President Amol Pai reminded students of the protocols associated with forming and running clubs. Anyone with a new idea must fill out a form (available in the front office) and submit it to Congress.
Congress confirms (or denies) all proposals. Once a club is approved, it must return to Congress for approval of all events. Requests must be made in writing. Again, forms are available in the front office.
GIVE IT UP FOR MR. ABBOTT
On behalf of the student body, Amol Pai congratulated Mr. Abbott on his appointment as next head of school, saying "We are behind you 100 percent!"
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Congratulations to the varsity field hockey, volleyball and soccer teams, all victors yesterday!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Chemistry Club: Meeting Thursday at 7:45 am in the science auditorium.
*Mad Bomber: Layout after school Thursday in the publications lab.
*Pictures: Retakes of school pictures will be taken on the sculpture patio after lunch today.
*Review: Meeting Thursday at 7:30 am in Dr. Des Prez's classroom.
*Symphony, Anyone?: Tim Baker, director of JBS bands, is organizing an evening of dinner and music Friday, November 14. The music portion willl include the St. Louis Symphony's performance of Stravinsky's Rite of Spring. Anyone who is interested should contact Mr. Baker.
*Theatre: Tickets are on sale for the JB Players production of Come Back to the Five & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean. The curtain rises at 8:00 pm on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Election Debate: Meeting of participants tomorrow at 7:45 am in Ms. Miles' classroom.
*Math Competition: Wednesday is the deadline for 9th - 12th graders to sign up for the math competition in Forest Park. See Mr. Taff.
BOARD NAMES NEXT HEAD OF SCHOOL
Todd Schnuck '77, chair of the search committee, announced that the Board of Trustees ratified the search committee's unanimous recommendation to name Andy Abbott next head of school. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Book Club: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in Mr. Dee's classroom.
*GSA: This is Ally Week and there's a picnic in Tower Grove Park on Saturday at noon.
*Girls' PE Lockers: Need to be cleared for cleaning this weekend.
*Montgomery Plan: Those participating in the island clean-up tomorrow need to be at JBS by 8:15 am. Bring work gloves and lunch.
*Yearbook: Meetings Friday and Monday at noon to work on candids.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Book Club: Since some people have not finished reading the book, tomorrow's meeting will be rescheduled next week.
*Diversity, ETC: Meeting tomorrow at 8:00 am in the HHCR.
*International Student Exchange Committee: Meeting tomorrow at 8:00 am in Mr. Gilbert's classroom.
*Physics & Engineering Club: First meeting tomorrow at 8:00 am in Mr. Roble's classroom.
*PoFo: Meeting tomorrow at 8:15 am in Mr. Nicholas's classroom.
*Review: Meeting tomorrow at 8:00 am in Dr. Des Prez's classroom.
*SpoFo: Meeting tomorrow at 7:45 am in Mr. McKone's classroom.
*World: Layout today, beginning at 3:30 or 4:00 pm.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Welcome, parents!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Diversity, ETC: Meeting at 8:00 am in the HHCR -- date not disclosed!
*Environmental Awareness Club: Meeting tomorrow at 7:45 am in classroom 2 in the science building.
*KIVA: Meeting Thursday at 8:00 am in Mr. Wagner's classroom.
*Montgomery Plan: Permissions slips to participate in Music Sunday should be given to Mrs. Dee. Anyone interested in weather stripping on November 22 should sign up outside Mrs. Dee's office.
*OGC: Appreciates support of this morning's "over priced" breakfast.
*PO-FO: Meeting Thursday at 8:15 am in Mr. Nicholas's classroom to discuss whether income taxes are necessary.
*Super Vehicle Club: Meeting tomorrow at 8:00 am in IT.
*World: Layout tomorrow.
HOMELESS DOGS & CATS
Holly Lorencz (classics, history) shared statistics about homeless animals and the inevitable euthanasia. She encouraged those who want pets to start with the shelters. And she invited students who might be interested in starting an animal welfare club to meet in her classroom on Thursday at 8:00 am.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Welcome to the last of four semi-finalists for next head of school, David Portnoy from Beth Tfiloh (Baltimore, MD).
THE WEEK
*Monday: 11th grade parent college counseling meeting
*Tuesday: Late day with assembly beginning at 8:45 am; Parents' Visiting Day
*Wednesday: PSATs for sophomores and juniors followed by health programming
*Thursday: Late day with assembly beginning at 8:45 am
*Friday: School closed/offices open
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*6th Man Club: Meeting Tuesday at 8:25 am in Mr. Gilbert's classroom.
*Book Club: Meeting Thursday.
*Diversity, ETC & Montgomery Plan: Program Tuesday at 8:00 am in Haertter Hall featuring a spokesperson from ACORN.
*Global Assistance Fund: Meeting Tuesday at 7:45 am in Madam Tompkins' classroom.
*Island Clean-up: Those participating in the Montgomery Plan's island clean-up will get their permission slips during lunch today.
*Knitting Club: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in Dr. Des Prez's classroom -- knitting for newborns.
*Mad Bomber: Articles due today at jbsmadbomber@gmail.com.
*Outdoor Gastronomic Club: Breakast will be served on the Quad on Tuesday, beginning at 7:45 am -- all students welcome!
*Yearbook: Meeting Tuesday at 5:00 pm.
ALL DISTRICT CHOIR AUDITIONS
Congratulations to seniors Dane Jones and Myles Moody and freshman Emma PeConga who were selected to be members of the St. Louis Metro All-District Choir. More than 300 students, from 30 area schools, auditioned last Saturday. Myles also qualified to audition for the state choir.
PERMANENT COLLECTION
Today's scheduled speaker to discuss the school's fine art permanent collection is ill; the presentation will be rescheduled. Twenty-five percent of the collection is currently on exhibit in the Kuehner Gallery, Bonsack Gallery, the dining room, the first and second floor halls of the main building.
Friday, October 10, 2008
Welcome to candidate for next head of school, Andy Abbott.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Alumni Reunion Weekend: Seven classes are re-uning this weekend.
*Book Club: Meeting will probably be held next Thursday...so finish the book!
*Diversity, ETC & Montgomery Plan: Are joining forces to sponsor a meeting next Tuesday at 8:00 am in Haertter Hall, featuring a spokesperson from ACORN, the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now.
*Film Club: Showing Harold and Maude at 3:00 pm today in Mr. Bang's classroom -- everyone welcome.
*Football: Varsity game v. Lutheran South tomorrow at 1 pm at home -- be there.
*KUTO: Bake sale today.
*Mad Bomber: Articles due Monday; meeting on Tuesday at 7:50 am in Ms. Lorencz's classroom.
*OGC & Iron Chef: Meeting Monday at 7:30 am in the home ec room.
*Super Mileage Vehicle Club: Meeting Thursday at 8:00 am.
SPANISH IMMERSION
Nine AP Spanish seniors and five faculty are headed to Drey Land for 24 hours of Spanish immersion. This is a pilot program which will hopefully be offered to all upper school Spanish students next spring. No credit -- just fun!
VISITING SCHOLAR
Edward Ayers, president of the University of Richmond and leading authority on southern U.S. history, will participate in one of Dr. Smith's U.S. history classes today. Ayers is a former teacher of Smith's.
MUSIC FRIDAY
Senior Myles Moody performed during Music Friday. He sang Center of My Joy, a gospel song, and Don't Change, a love song. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Early dismissal today at 2:50 pm.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Election Debate: Meeting on Thursday at 7:45 am in Ms. Miles' classroom for those who are participating in the upcoming student debate.
*Film Club: The club showed a trailer of Harold and Maude which will be shown in full on Friday after school in Mr. Bang's classroom.
*Panama Trip: About twice as many students have expressed interest in the Panama trip than can actually participate. Please reconfirm your interest with one of the faculty sponsors, Donya Allison, Monica Churchill, David Eckwert or Bill Gilbert.
*Yearbook: Meeting today at 5:00 pm in the publications lab.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*CHADS: CHADS (Community Healing Adolescent Depression and Suicide) is sponsoring a walk on Sunday morning in Tower Grove Park to raise funds and awareness. Burroughs supporters will leave campus at 7:30 am. For more information, contact Mrs. Dee or Mrs. Gershman.
*Empty Bowls: Burroughs will sponsor the second annual Empty Bowls fundraiser on February 28. Interested ceramicists should start making bowls to be sold as part of a dinner on the 28th, featuring student and faculty soup and chili recipes. Empty Bowls is a nationwide undertaking which provides support for food banks, soup kitchens and other organizations that fight hunger.
*Film Club: Everyone is invited to a showing of Harold and Maude in Mr. Bang's classroom after school on Friday. The movie is rated PG 13.
*Iron Chef/Outdoor Gastronomic Club: Next Tuesday the clubs will join to provide breakfast before school starts for anyone who is interested?!?
Monday, October 6, 2008
Welcome to the ISACS visiting team which will be on campus through Wednesday!
THE WEEK
*Tuesday: Late day
*Wednesday: Early dismissal
*Thursday: School closed/offices open
*Friday: Candidate for next head of school on campus; Kuehner Art Gallery opening
*Saturday: Alumni Picnic
*Sunday: Alumni Soccer Game
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Asian Culture Club: Meeting Tuesday at 8:15 am in Mr. Nguyen's classroom (226).
*Chess Club: Meeting Tuesday at 8:15 am in the classics lounge.
*Extra Hands for ALS: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in Mrs. Kweskin's classroom.
*GSA: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in, yes, Mrs. Kweskin's classroom.
*Mad Bomber: Meeting Tuesday at 7:30 am in Ms. Lorencz's classroom.
*OGC: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am on the library steps.
GOING FISHIN'
Eric Knispel (science) is leading an all-day trout fishing trip on Sunday. All students welcome -- no experience needed. But you have to have your own rod and reel and a permission slip. Please see Mr. Knispel is you are interested.
Friday, October 3, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Book Club: Members, please finish your book -- a meeting will be scheduled soon.
*Math competition: Freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors can sign up outside Mr. Taff's classroom (217) for the November 8 Forest Park Math Competition at St. Louis Community College. The top prize for seniors is $1000.
*Movie Night: All students and faculty are welcome at JBS Movie Night this Saturday in graduation grove. Admission is free; there will be a charge for refreshments. The featured movie is Heavyweights. [NOTE: This announcement was actually delivered as a ballad by Ian Nightingale '10! A you-had-to-be-there moment.]
STARS
During assembly seniors Hannah Gu and Emma James received the 2008 Pfizer Awards for Research. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*KIVA: Meeting Friday at 7:30 pm in Mr. Wagner's classroom. [KIVA plans to provide loans to businesses in underdeveloped areas of the world.]
*Lockers: Boys may move their stuff back into the athletic lockers.
*Mad Bomber: Has been approved as a club and will meet next week.
*Movie Night: Bring your blankets to graduation grove for movie night at 7:30 pm on Saturday.
*RAD: Bake sale today -- please support!
*Swimming: Congratulations to Chris Bach, Chris Lee, Jack Linshi and Scott Steinhouse for making the state cut in the 400 free relay.
*Yearbook: Please drop off candids or e-mail them to jbsgovernor@gmail.com.
ROSH HASHANAH
Nate Seeksin '10 explained the ritual and meaning behind Rosh Hashanah. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Welcome to the second of five candidates for next head of school, John Austin from St. Andrew's in Middletown, DE.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*All Boys: Please clear out your PE lockers today so that they can be cleaned tonight.
*GSA: If you have any cupcake design suggestions, please share them with Mrs. Kweskin or Nicole Carter.
*Iron Chef/Outdoor Gastronomic Clubs: Joint meeting tomorrow at 7:45 am in the Home Ec room.
*JB TV: Meeting Friday at 7:45 am in Dr.Smith's classroom.
*KUTO: Meeting Thursday at 7:30 am in the counseling area (third floor).
*Movie Night: All students invited to Movie Night on Saturday, October 4 at 7:30 pm in graduation grove (north of the science building); the film is Heavyweights and food will be provided.
*Review: Meeting Thursday at 7:30 am in Dr. Des Prez's classroom.
*World: Meeting Thursday at 7:45 am in Dr. Smith's classroom.
Monday, September 29, 2008
Welcome back to the 7th graders!
And welcome to the first of five candidates for next head of school, Chris Garten from Savannah Country Day School.
THE WEEK
*Tuesday: School closed/offices open
*Wednesday: Second candidate for next head of school on campus; 8th grade geology trip
*Thursday: 11th and 12th grade mini school
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Community Service: Tomorrow a Burroughs work crew will partner with Americorps to help clean and repair homes in University City that were damaged by the rains from Ike. If you're interested, see Mrs. Dee ASAP.
*Cross Country: The team presented its first place trophy from the Springfield Invitational.
*School and Art Supplies: If you would like to contribute school and/or art supplies to a juvenile detention center, please drop them off in Mr. Front's classroom by the end of October.
Friday, September 26, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Asian Culture Club: See Mike Jin if you're interested.
*Fencing: See Vince Vance if you're interested.
*Football: Varsity game v. Priory at 1 pm on Saturday. Fans welcome!
*Quiz Bowl: See Mike Jin if you're interested.
MUSIC FRIDAY
The sophomore band launched this year's series of Music Friday assemblies. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENT
*Steel Drum Band: Anyone interested in participating in a steel drum band club should see senior Zeynep Deligonul or junior Matt Williams. No prior experience required except the ability to read sheet music. Intention to practice on late days and ultimately perform during a Music Friday assembly.
OUR OWN HERO
Dr. Shahan visited 7th Grade Drey Land earlier this week. He reported that the weather is perfect -- warm days, cool nights. However, since there has been no frost, there are lots of insects. Some seventh graders stumbled on a hornets' nest and senior Andy Stuhl covered the nest with his body, taking 35 bites, to protect his young charges! [NOTE: Andy is fine and at school today.]
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Amnesty International: Meeting Thursday at 7:45 am in Dr. Sandler's classroom. [This group organizes letter-writing campaigns about human rights violations.]
*RAD: Meeting Thursday at 7:45 am in the video room.
*Yearbook: Last special photo session in the Quad after school today; all students welcome. Still need candids.
NATIONAL PUNCTUATION DAY
Following up on National Talk Like a Pirate Day, senior Nick Evens googled "national days" only to discover that today is National Punctuation Day. He called for a moment to consider your favorite punctuation mark!
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Outdoor Lunch: Today is the last one of the fall.
*RAD: Meeting Thursday at 7:45 am in the video room.
PANAMA TRIP
Spanish teacher Monica Churchill and students Clay Atchison, Stacey Fowler, Meredith Stoner and Brent Westbrook described the spring break trip to Panama and welcomed all Spanish students and their parents to a presentation tomorrow night at 7:00 pm in Senor Gilbert's classroom.
Monday, September 22, 2008
THE WEEK
*Sunday: 7th Grade Drey Land Group I departed
*Tuesday: Last fall outdoor picnic
*Wednesday: 7th Grade Drey Land Group II departs and Group I returns
*Friday: Music Friday
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Kids' Place: Thanks to those who participated in the orientation. Anyone who plans to accompany Mrs. Dee on Wednesday needs to get a driving permission slip from her.
*Yearbook: Students needed for another photo shoot in the Quad on Wednesday after school.
Friday, September 19, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Music Friday: Will be launched next Friday with a performance by the sophomore band. If you're interested in performing on October 10, please see sophomore Laura Cooper.
*Yearbook: Need lots of students immediately after school in the Quad; will be using bodies to spell out division pages.
HISPANIC AWARENESS WEEK
Sophomores Eric Lawton and Brent Westbrook concluded HAW with a reiteration of the importance of Hispanic culture -- in its own right and as a growing part of the U.S. experience.
TALK/DRESS LIKE A PIRATE DAY
Only one thing to say...aaaaaaaargh! See Campus Candids later today.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
TODAY: Tornado drill.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Bake Sale: Sponsored by the Global Assistance Fund with all funds going to Interplast.
*Book Exchange/Return: If you have dropped or changed classes, book exchanges and returns must be completed by September 30.
*Dress Like a Pirate Day: Friday!
*Montgomery Plan: Seeking vocalists and musicians to perform at Rankin Jordan, a pediatric rehab center, on Sunday, October 26. See Mrs. Dee if you're interested.
*Yearbook: Calling all students to the Quad after school tomorrow for some photo ops!
HISPANIC AWARENESS WEEK
Senior Stephen Haro and junior Radhika Jain discussed reggaeton. "Originating in Puerto Rico, reggaeton blends Jamaican music influences of reggae and dance hall with those of Latin America, such as bomba, plena, salsa, merengue, Latin pop and bachata as well as that of hip hop, contemporary R&B and electronica."
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*German Exchange: Students from Burroughs' partner school in Germany will visit after spring break. Madame Carleton is looking for three JBS families to host a German boy. If you are interested, contact her or Frau Russell or Senora Younger.
*International Talk-Dress-Like-A-Pirate Day: Friday!
*Mad Bomber: Meeting Thursday at 7:45 am in Ms. Lorencz's classroom, 313.
*Senior T-Shirt: If you ordered one and did not get it last Thursday, see your class officers after lunch; yours will be discounted.
*Sports for Charity: Meeting Thursday at 7:45 am in Mr. McKone's classroom.
*World: Layout today at 3:30 pm in the publications lab.
HISPANIC AWARENESS WEEK
Senior Anna Springer and junior Madi Holtzman continued HAW with an explanation and sampling of Merengue. "Since the 1930s, Merengue has been recognized as the national dance of the Dominican Republic....Muscially, it has links with Cuba but the dance belongs to the island of Hispaniola -- one third of which is now called Haiti and the other two thirds make up the Dominican Republic."
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
TODAY
*Class Meetings
*Outdoor Lunch
*Activities Fair
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Aim High: Need callers for after school on Wednesday.
*GSA: Jilly's Cupcake Bar would like to feature a GSA cupcake and has asked for design submissions; some of the proceeds from the year-long sales will go to the JBS GSA chapter. Share designs with Mrs. Kweskin.
SWIMMING MEDALS
Coach Leslie Kehr presented medals from last weekend's Ladue Invitational to freshman Jacob Waterman, sophomores Chris Bach and Scott Steinhouse, and juniors Jordan Gudmestad, Chris Lee, and Jack Linshi.
HISPANIC AWARENESS WEEK
Juniors Sam Ferguson and Matt Williams continued the week with a sampling of salsa music. They said, "Salsa is essentially Cuban in stylistic origin, though it is also a hybrid of Puerto Rican and other Latin styles mixed with pop, jazz, rock and R&B. It is the primary music played at Latin dance clubs and is the pulse of Latin music. It has also been called the most popular dance music among Puerto Rican and Cuban communities, as well as in Central and South America."
Monday, September 15, 2008
THE WEEK
*Monday: Buzz books distributed after assembly; lockdown drill
*Tuesday: Class meetings; activities fair; 9th & 10th grade mini school
*Thursday: Tornado drill; diversity orientation meeting for new parents
*Saturday: Aim High
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Activities Fair: Tuesday periods four through seven in the Quad.
*Blue & Gold: Student body president Amol Pai thanked the dance squad, cheerleaders, Blue & Gold Club, and athletic department for a great Blue & Gold Week.
*Election Debates: Meeting at 7:45 am on Wednesday in Ms. Miles' classroom (208).
*Tutoring: Orientation for those 9 - 12 graders who would like to tutor at Kids' Place (University City) at 7:30 am on Thursday in Mrs. Dee's office.
*World: Articles due today; layout on Wednesday.
*Yearbook: Candids needed. Please e-mail them or drop off prints or disks in the boxes in the Commons, the bookstore and the front office.
HISPANIC AWARENESS WEEK
Sophomores Eric Lawton and Brent Westbrook launched Hispanic Awareness Week with the promise of music to come!
Friday, September 12, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Mad Bomber: Ian Nightingale '10 and Blake Larson '09 would like to bring back the Mad Bomber, a short-lived humor magazine. See them.
*Mums: Can be picked up in Dr. Hamon's classroom.
*OGC: Meeting Monday at 7:40 am in Dr. Smith's classroom -- featuring Mr. Dee on the proper grilling technique of sausage!
*Soccer: Fans welcome at first home games, today v. Hazelwood Central and tomorrow v. MICDS.
*World: Articles due Monday.
BLUE & GOLD CONTINUES
A video, A Day in the Real Life, and the cheerleaders ratcheted up Bomber spirit. Tonight's picnic begins at 6:30 pm.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Sophomores Ann E Diemer and Keaton Wetzel remembered 9/11 and called for a moment of silence. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Blue & Gold: If you did not get your pre-ordered senior t-shirt this morning, see senior Alex Bearman, Amol Pai or Liesl Schnuck after lunch today. Mums will be distributed after school today in the Quad.
*Book Club: Sign up in the Commons.
*"C" Football: The undefeated Bombers play the undefeated MICDS Rams at 4:15 pm today at home -- be there!
*Election Debate: See Mrs. Miles (chair, speech and debate, room 208) if you are interested in participating in the election debate on Friday, October 24.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*ALS: Meeting Thursday at 8:15 in Mrs. Kweskin's classroom.
*Classics Club: Meeting Thursday at 8:15 am in the classics lounge.
*Environmental Awareness: Meeting Thursday at 7:45 am in classroom 2 in the science building.
*Music Friday: Students and/or faculty who would like to perform at assembly should see Laura Cooper, Amy Rosenthal or Ms. Childress.
*Outdoor Ed: Renamed Outdoor X and meeting Thursday at 8:00 am at the dock by Laughing Lake.
*Philosophy Club: Meeting Thursday at 8:00 am in Ms. Lorencz's classroom.
*Quiz Bowl: Meeting Thursday at 8:00 am in Dr. Hamon's classroom.
*RAD: Need help with setting up and manning the RAD table during next week's Activity Fair. See Lauren Hoerr.
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Review: Meeting Thursday at 8:00 am in Dr. Des Prez's classroom.
SWIMMING
Congratulations to Chris Lee '10 for qualifying for state in three individual swimming events during one meet -- a first in JBS history. Chris qualified in the 50 free, the 100 free and the 100 butterfly.
BLUE & GOLD...RED & GREEN...BLUE & GOLD
The skits continued, building excitement for athletic contests v. MICDS. Ask your kids!
Anyone who ordered a senior t-shirt can pick it up in the Quad tomorrow before assembly.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Fire Drill: After second period today.
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Review: Meeting Thursday at 8:00 am in Dr. Des Prez's classroom. Writing, photo and sculpture submissions welcome; they will be reviewed anonymously.
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World: Articles due Monday.
*Yearbook: Drop off candids in the bookstore or in the Commons.
BLUE & GOLD
Student leaders Amol Pai and Liesl Schnuck explained the flow of the week and a group of seniors modeled "appropriate" attire: Wednesday is Red & Green Day, Thursday is Senior T-Shirt Day (if you didn't buy one, wear blue and gold), and Friday is Blue and Gold Day.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Welcome to Blue & Gold Week! -- details to come
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Book Club: The first "book" is
Watchmen -- sign up in the Commons.
*GSA: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in Mrs. Kweskin's classroom.
*Global Assistance Fund (aka the International Club): Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in Madame Tompkin's classroom.
*International Student Exchange Club (aka AFS): Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in Senor Gilbert's classroom.
*KIVA: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in Mr. Wagner's classroom. This is a new club focused on microfinancing projects around the world.
*Montgomery Plan: Meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in the science auditorium.
*Outdoor Gastronomic Club: Non-grilling meeting Tuesday at 8:00 am in Dr. Shahan's office.
*SMVC: The Super Mileage Vehicle Club meeting Thursday at 8:15 am in the IT room. This is a new club which will design, build and eventually race an original car.
SOCCER TROPHY
Members of the varsity soccer team presented their first place trophy from last week's MICDS tournament.
Friday, September 5, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Blue & Gold Club: Meeting Sunday at 11:30 am in the Commons.
*Film Club: Meeting today after school in Mr. Bang's classroom.
*Football: Varsity home opener v. Prin on Saturday at 1:00 pm -- all fans welcome!
*Montgomery Plan (community service): Meeting Tuesday before school in the science auditorium.
*Obama Rally: Howard Dean will speak at SLU on Saturday at 2:30 pm.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Susan Dee (Academic Support, Montgomery Plan) provided a brief overview of the school's community service learning program (the Montgomery Plan) and invited all interested students to participate. She also offered to help students 18 and over to register to vote. (See "Assembly Presentations.")
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY & TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTABLE USE POLICIES
Dr. Shahan reviewed the school's policies on academic integrity and acceptable use of technology which will be further discussed by all students during today's advisory meetings. A related letter to parents will be mailed home today. Both of these policies are set forth in the Student-Parent Handbook (see pages 2 and 34).
Thursday, September 4, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Film Club: Meeting after school on Friday in Mr. Bang's classroom.
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World: Meeting at 7:45 am on Friday in Dr. Smith's classroom.
*Yearbook: Meeting at 5:15 pm on Thursday and at noon on Sunday.
RULESDr. Shahan delivered his annual discussion of school rules. He said that rules are the boundaries that protect our school community and that breaking those rules breaks trust and weakens community. He outlined the major school rules (which can be found on page 31 of the 2008 Student-Parent Handbook). These are rules which, if broken, can result in serious disciplinary action. Dr. Shahan said that one of those rules -- possession, use or distribution of drugs at a school-sponsored function carries a penalty of automatic dismissal -- is still in place but will be revisited.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Cheerleaders: Practice for varsity squad today and Thursday at 5:30 pm and practice for all cheerleaders on Sunday at 1:00 pm.
*Obama Student Rally: Hear Howard Dean at SLU (northwest corner of Grand and Laclede) on Saturday at 2:30 pm.
*Science Building: No AC this am -- regrets -- hope to have fixed by lunch.
*THIMUN: Juniors and seniors interested in attending The Hague International Model United Nations should attend a meeting after lunch today in Mr. Bang's classroom.
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World: Meeting Friday at 7:45 am in Dr. Smith's classroom -- all students welcome.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Dr. Shahan read the names of 37 scholarships which provide the funding for more than 20 percent of our student body to receive tuition aid. In addition to the 37 named scholarships, there is the Alumni Reunion Scholarship, the Consolidated Memorial Scholarship, the Readers Digest Scholarship and five anonymous scholarships.
NEW FACULTY
Dr. Shahan introduced the new faculty: Tim Baker (music), Robert Carter (music), Monica Churchill (Spanish), Jeff Dee (Academic Support, PE/Athletics), Andy Driscoll (music), Tuan Nguyen (mathematics), Olga Russell (German, Russian), and Alan Trzecki (PE/Athletics). He also welcomed back Jennifer Gibson (English) and Rebecca Richardson (English).
SUMMER PROJECTS
Dr. Shahan summarized the summer campus projects:
*Kuehner Gallery for student art completed; sculpture garden coming.
*New doors in dining room.
*Approval from the city for the new soccer field secured.
*Outdoor classroom by Laughing Lake completed with planting of white oaks.
TIME TO TRY NEW THINGS
Dr. Shahan ended assembly encouraging students to take advantage of the Activities Fair on September 16 -- to try new activities, new sports, new friends!
OPENING DAY
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
*Christy Phelps '09 sang the Star Spangled Banner.
*Dr. Shahan welcomed everyone to the school's 86th year, extending a special welcome to our 95 seventh graders, nine new eighth graders, eight new freshmen, one new sophomore and two new juniors, including Thomas van Kann, our AFS student from Germany. Dr. Shahan discussed the meaning of community, acknowledged the seniors who are now our student leaders, and thanked the faculty.
*Senior Class President Alex Bearman and Student Body President Amol Pai addressed assembly with similar themes of living in the moment. See "Assembly Presentations" later today.
*Dr. Shahan returned to the podium to make today's athletic announcements and mention that senior Alex Lehman is featured on the cover of ESPN's Rise Magazine. He then read from The Old Farmer's Almanac for the month of September: Moppets are mopin' as schools reopen. Nights are crisp, and apples crisper; in the wind, there's just a whisper of what's coming. Rain drumming, warm but steady, mutters, "Get ready." He ended assembly, indicating there were a few minutes before first period -- "time to finish your summer reading!"
