12 | December 29, 2016 | The glenview lantern School glenviewlantern.com School News District 225 Glenbrooks announce spring musical This spring, students from Glenbrook South and Glenbrook North will present the classic American musical “Fiddler on the Roof.” Performances will take place at 7:30 p.m. from April 26-29 at GBS in the Watson Auditorium. “Fiddler on the Roof” tells the story of a Jewish milkman, Tevya, and his family as they cope with changing political, economic and social climates in early 20th century Russia. The tale follows Tevya’s love, faith and pride as he faces oppression, holds on to tradition and tries to keep his family together. Though the musical was written more than 50 years ago, it addresses a refugee crisis which is, unfortunately, still very relevant in today’s world, said musical director John Knight. “People are forced to leave their homeland and start over,” Knight said. “This play talks about how a family might need to bring their traditions with them; something that is still very real. We’re committed to finding ways to incorporate the current status of refugees into with what’s going on stage.” With music by Jerry Block, lyrics by Sheldon Hamick and a book by Joseph Stein, the Broadway musical won nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and was adapted into an Academy Awardwinning film by the same name. The Glenbrooks last produced this play more than 25 years ago. Additional staff includes: Daniel Ermel, music director; Andrea Cain, choreographer; Rich Winship, But that is when they will do their best for you. technical director; Aaron Kaplan, conductor; Barb and Lori Blohm, costumers; and Jim Shellard, producer. Tickets are $15 and will be available this spring. Academy hosts 2017 Curriculum Night The Glenbrook Academy of International Studies hosted the 2017 Curriculum Night for incoming freshmen and their parents on Dec. 13 at GBS. The evening included a history on the Academy program, overview of curriculum, and a question and answer session. <strong>GL</strong>ENBROOK SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Glenview youth invited to attend free art workshop Exploring art in youth can often be difficult, explained GBS art teacher Stephanie Fuja, noting that Kathryn Daly Donnellan Joseph Greeley Donnellan Grace Donnellan Martinsen David F. Babczak Joseph G. Donnellan Grace Donnellan Martinsen Michael E. Lauritson David F. Babczak Anthony R. Catalano Andrea B. 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The servicelearning project will allow 15 AP Art students to bond with younger students about their interest in art and share projects they enjoyed as kids. “Hopefully this will allow a fun and free way for students in the community to explore a potential passion and grow their skills,” Fuja said. “We’re very excited to offer this opportunity and our students are thrilled to be able to give back something they love and enjoy.” Attendees will be grouped based on age and amount in attendance. Please send RSVPs to sfuja@glenbrook225.org by Jan. 20. “We hope as many kids as possible take advantage of this Art in the Community workshop,” Fuja said. Nominations open for outstanding alumni GBS is seeking nominations for the 2017 Distinguished Alumnus Award. To be considered for this award, the alum must be renowned in his or her profession or must be a good citizen who has made a special contribution throughout the community, country or world. <strong>GL</strong>ENVIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT 34 Math Task Force begins work Following several months of recruiting critical representatives from various stakeholder groups, the Superintendent Math Task Force charged with evaluating the Glenview School District 34’s current math placement process held its first meeting. The committee is representative of key stakeholders, including staff from D34 and Glenbrook District 225, a member from the District 34 Board of Education, and parents. For more information on the members and the official charge of the committee, please visit www. glenview34.org. In an effort to continually update the community with information about the task force, the district will post talking points to the district website within 24 hours of each meeting. The district encourages parents to visit the “Advanced and Accelerated Math” section of the district website to find this information. The district will also provide updates as needed in the monthly parent newsletter. Please know that once the task force has reached a recommendation, the district will share with the community well in advance when that recommendation will be going to the Board of Education for consideration. The district understands the community’s investment in this issue, and it values that interest. Parent feedback sought about school experience Parents have a unique opportunity to provide feedback to their school through the Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey was designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of the D34 schools. This opportunity will allow parents to share their thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness. Complete the survey at survey.5-essentials.org/ illinois/survey/parent/ login/. The survey is only open through Jan. 16. The information gathered will be used by the schools and the district to help identify areas of strength and areas for improvement. The identity of respondents and their survey responses will be kept completely confidential. For more information, please contact 5Essentials Client Services at 1 (866) 440-1874 or 5essentials@ uchicago.edu. Parents in Partnership continues in February The 19th Annual Parents in Partnership program will be held from 8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. on Feb. 11 at Attea Middle School. Parents in Partnership is a free parent/family education opportunity featuring a keynote speaker and a wide variety of breakout presenters offering their expertise and wisdom on a wide variety of topics pertinent to parents of children in pre-school through high school. Free child care will also be provided. This year’s theme is “Keeping Your Family Grounded and Connected — Raising Respectful, Responsible and Resilient Children.” School News is compiled by Editor Chris Pullam.
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