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INTERIM 2010 St. Cecilia Academy students enjoy new experiences, prepare for their future during Interim Part of every girl’s experience at St. Cecilia Academy is the opportunity to take a week away from her classes each January to explore her own interests, see new sights and even visit new countries. Interim 2010 was full of new opportunities and experiences for all SCA girls. Freshmen and sophomores explored such courses as heritage cooking, Russian studies and life in 1860 on campus, while juniors and seniors took off for internships in Nashville, Washington, D.C., and as far away as Hong Kong, while still others traveled to New Orleans, Costa Rica and Paris. Here are a few snapshots from this year’s Interim week. WASHINGTON, D.C., INTERNSHIPS The view of the Capitol building on a frigidly cold, Washington, D.C., winter night is something seven St. Cecilia girls will never forget. Caroline Leftwich, Abby Bray, Sarah Overby, Olivia Drinkwater, Emily Parten, Natasha Thompson and Alex Brink interned in the offices of Tennessee Sens. Bob Corker and Lamar Alexander and Reps. Jim Cooper, Marsha Blackburn, Phil Roe and Bart Gordon for the week of Interim 2010. The girls experienced the exciting behind-the-scenes workings of a legislative government office. One evening was spent with several SCA alumnae who work in various government agencies in D.C. Sarah Overby worked in Congressman Cooper’s office while in Washington, D.C. “I was expecting to run errands, make photocopies, and staple things for my internship, but I learned a lot more than what I expected,” Sarah said. “The office staff really cared about our experience and included us in everything from talks on current events to a conference call with Congressman Cooper.” “I also got a true idea of what life in politics is like,” she added. “The realities of the job will help me when I vote.” Senior Teresa Linehan works with a student from Cathedral Academy in New Orleans during Interim. NEW ORLEANS SERVICE TRIP For six years St. Cecilia Academy has been sending students to Cathedral Academy in New Orleans to spend Interim serving the children at an inner-city elementary school run by the Dominican sisters. This year the students focused their service on the classrooms. Seniors were paired up and assigned to a specific teacher and classroom at Cathedral Academy. The girls began building relationships with their classes long before the trips; they mailed pictures, bios, and prayers to each of their classes. Upon arrival, the Cathedral Academy students were elated to meet their “pen pals” and welcome them with open arms. COSTA RICA TRIP Faculty members Mrs. Teddie Clark and Mrs. Becky Simon chaperoned a group of students to Costa Rica during Interim for a language immersion experience and some science expeditions. Costa Rica presents incredible biodiversity and different ecosystems with distinct plant and animal life which made for a great experience. On the trip, students went horseback riding, zip lining through the canopy in the rainforest, kayaking around a lake looking at wildlife, and hiking to see a volcano, a frog pond and a sanctuary. One of the highlights of the trip was a visit to Hogar Cristiana, a Catholic girls’ orphanage. “The highlight of my trip was going to the orphanage,” Caroline O’ Rourke said. “I loved playing with the kids; it was a lot of fun. It was sad to leave because I wanted to spend more time with them.” The girls who went on the trip plan to do a service project this spring to help the orphanage. “Being aware of others’ situations aside from my own has made me more appreciative of life,” Allison Goodwin said of the experience. (Above) St. Cecilia Academy students stand in front of the Basilique de Sacré-coeur in Montmartre, France. Sister Mary Andrew, O.P. was impressed when “the girls chose an extra day with the students instead of touring the city … what a statement that is about the character level of this group and their love for our children.” (At Right) The group is pictured in front of the Arc de Triomphe. SCA students, from top left, Alex Brink, Caroline Leftwich, Olivia Drinkwater, Natasha Thompson, Sarah Overby, Abby Bray and Emily Parten stop for a photo in front of a Senate Office Building while interning in Washington, D.C., during Interim. 6 HARPSTRINGS www.stcecilia.edu www.stcecilia.edu INTERIM 2010 SCA juniors, from left, Roxana Pita-Romero, Sarah Grubbs, Liz Lund, Jill Nagle, Mary Waddill, Sara La Haie, and Lin Marzialo, stand near the edge of the Volcano Poas crater north of San Juan, Costa Rica, during their Interim trip. FRANCE TRIP A group of SCA French and art students spent Interim in Paris at the La Maison d’Education de la Legion d’Honneur with chaperones Madame Carole Begley and Mrs. Barbara Gronefeld. The Paris school, established in 1802 by Napoleon, is located in St. Denis on the edge of the city in a monastery. The trip was an opportunity to experience French educational systems, French family lifestyles and cultural diversity, with a focus on museums and art history. The SCA students spent the week in the school dormitories and went home with their exchange students for a weekend of cultural immersion. “The home stay with my host family showed me how different families operate and their interactions,” said Olivia Reed. “My (French) family didn’t speak any English, so I got to practice my French language skills.” continued HARPSTRINGS 7
INTERIM 2010 INTERIM 2010 "But I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep, and miles to go before I sleep.” — Robert Frost Dana Holt and Jessie O'Rear work in the Cultivating Crystals class with Sister Julia Marie during Interim. INTERNSHIPS Julianna Franks, Junior Internship with: Helistar Aviation Julianna Franks interned with Helistar Aviations based out of John C. Tune airport. The company charters aircraft, provides training for pilots, and is involved with weather and traffic reporting. Julianna was attracted to the internship due to her love of flying and was able to log in some hours of flying time in several types of aircraft. “This experience has definitely shaped my understanding of career possibilities,” Julianna said. “It is very hard and time consuming to be in the aviation field. My mentor does what he loves with a great passion. Now I really understand you can never be successful in Junior Julianna Franks got the chance to ride in a helicopter during her Interim internship life if you are not passionate about what you with Helistar Aviations. are doing.” Amelia Furbish, Junior Internship with: Oasis Center Amelia Furbish interned with Oasis Center. Based in Nashville, the center works with youth, primarily ages 12-17, who are facing challenges and crises in their lives. Amelia worked closely with her mentor, Judy Freudenthal, and her “prevention” team. According to Amelia, the team focused on working with youth to involve them in the community and to prevent underage pregnancy and drug use. “I learned what it meant to be part of a team and what it is like to have others rely on your work,” Amelia said. “I would definitely look into this job as a future career because it was both incredibly fun and an amazing way to give back to the community as well as help others.” Young Ladies Seminar This class was inspired by SCA’s upcoming sesquicentennial celebration. Run by Ms. Jenny Lamb of Belle Meade Plantation, the class allowed students to travel back to 1860 and get a glimpse into the lives of the first SCA graduates. Topics covered deportment, penmanship and calligraphy, needle arts, the language of the fan, and how to dance a reel. “My favorite part … was learning about late 19th century etiquette and dressing in the appropriate outfits. I also learned how to cross-stitch … and how to write a proper letter,” said sophomore Maggie Page. Hillary Woods, another sophomore, appreciated the clothing, and gained some perspective. “My favorite part … was being able to try on all the fabulous costumes … [Also] I can appreciate how far we have come today. I learned I have a lot to be grateful for.” Sophomores Maggie Page and Hillary Woods practice walking with a book atop their heads during the Young Ladies Seminar Interim class about life in 1860. Anna Vaughn, Junior Internship with: Anne’s Cakes Junior Anna Vaughn interned with a local bakery, Anne’s Cakes. The bakery provides products to a number of local retailers and also sells some product directly to the consumer. “I learned how to run a business and keep customers happy. It was surprising to see how a few ingredients can turn into a real business,” Anna said. “I was inspired that Mrs. Schultz was able to start a business on her own and continue it for 16 years. This experience allowed me to spend time in a field that I never had truly considered … It was such an unforgettable week.” CLASSES/SEMINARS Russian Literature and Film The class was taught by Katie Wells, ’00, an SCA alumna with a Russian studies background. The students had a chance to immerse themselves in another culture by trying Russian cuisine, perusing some Russian classics, and watching Russian films. Angellena Berberich- Eerebout, a sophomore, found the class fascinating. “Russians, it seems, are more serious than Americans which was interesting. The guest speaker taught us about the Second World War and the impact of Russian women,” she said. Fellow sophomore, Emily Butcher agreed. “Kim Green, (editor of Red Sky, Black Death) our guest speaker, spoke passionately about one particular female Soviet fighter pilot (Anna Yegorova). It was a fascinating foray into ideologue-making and the sacrifices of soldiers in World War II.” Gourmet Breads SCA teacher Mrs. Kim Bastone and Elizabeth Gobbell make bread dough during an Interim class. Bread has long been an important symbol in the Judeo-Christian tradition. Actually baking it has become a lost art for many in the modern day. Led by Mrs. Kim Bastone, an SCA teacher with a background in baking, the seminar taught the students how to make four different varieties of gourmet breads. Learning how to use yeast and knead dough, the students mastered the basics of this important, and often overlooked, art. Introduction to Songwriting professional. new skills into practice with a and had the chance to put their and methods of writing songs given a chance to learn techniques songwriting. The students were class focused on the craft of it seemed perfect to offer a Since SCA is based in Music City, onto a CD for us.” (Anthony) Orio and he put them the end of the week with Mr. recorded the songs we wrote at and actually writing songs. We “[I loved] breaking off into pairs enjoyed the hands-on opportunity. Betsy Brewer, a sophomore, Junior Anna Vaughn worked at a bakery during Interim. Sophomore Elizabeth Gobbell was excited by the reality of the experience. “I liked actually making and baking the bread, not just learning recipes. Now that I have learned how, I can make it at home with no assistance.” Sophomores Betsy Brewer, left, and Abby Coakley write a song together during Interim. 8 HARPSTRINGS www.stcecilia.edu www.stcecilia.edu HARPSTRINGS 9
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