CAMPUS NEWS | FEBRUARY 1, 2019
SPOTLIGHT
Winter Musical
Brewster Drama is excited to present "Alice in Wonderland" as this year's winter musical. An original piece directed by Guinevere Hilton with music and lyrics by Music Director, Andy Campbell.
Students are busy learning choreography, blocking, and perfecting their lines. Sets are being designed and built by our Stagecraft class led by John Ling, Mary James '20 is creating and teaching choreography, costumes are being designed by a team of students led by Asal Al Mohammed '19 and lighting is being designed and run by faculty members Steven Burgess and Calvin Phan.
This production is a true community effort!
Showtimes: February 21 at 7 p.m. and February 23 at 2 p.m. in the Grayson Performing Arts Center at Anderson Hall
NEWS AND STORIES
Pursuing Peace in a Riotous Age
Drawing on Dr. King's potent words and unwavering position of peace and justice, Craig reminds the Brewster community that we can always do and be better even as we struggle through discourse and provocation. Read More
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Launched in 2017, The Trey Whitfield Mentors Program strengthens the bond between students from Brewster and The Trey Whitfield School and honors the legacy and impact of a young man who never saw differences in people as a challenge to friendship. Read More
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An Emerging Interest in our Established SEL Program
As Social and Emotional Learning is emerging as an important component to a complete education, Brewster is recognized as an expert and leader. Read about a recent visit from our colleagues at Miami Valley School and a recent New York Times opinion piece written by David Brooks. Read More
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AROUND CAMPUS
Congratulations to the 2018-2019 Inductees to the
John Brewster Chapter of the National Honor Society. Read More
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Lives of Purpose
Brewster students have been participating in a variety of service events throughout the winter trimester and are making an impact in our local community and beyond!
We raised $600 for the Kingswood Youth Center through a bake sale and a 50-50 Raffle at last week's Brewood Classic (annual faculty basketball game between Brewster and local high school Kingswood) See Photos
Helping Hands at Hope House
Brewster students are providing tutoring after school for local students who are living in the transitional housing at Hope House in Wolfeboro.
See the weekly calendar of community service events in the Parent Portal
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Follow Brewster on Livestream
Visit the Brewster livestream page and follow us to get notified with upcoming events around campus. And sign up for our new basketball channel through playsight to watch home games.
REMINDERS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Travel Information
The deadline for submitting info on the travel manager in the Parent Portal is Monday, February 25.
Thursday, March 7: Interim Studies finishes at 10:30 a.m. Transport starts at 11 a.m. No flight before 3 p.m from Logan or 3:30 p.m from Manchester.
Friday, March 8: transport between 7 a.m -12 noon
Tuesday, March 26: transport from Logan between 12 noon - 6 p.m. Flights scheduled to arrive after 6 p.m. will require individual transport. Transport from Manchester at 5 p.m. Transport from South Station at 2:15 p.m. Transport from Stamford at 1 p.m.
Contact Peter Mann with questions
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Valentine Treat Bags - Order by 2/8
RAK is offering parents a chance to surprise students and/or faculty & staff with a RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS by sending a holiday treat bag filled with treats & fun items! Orders due by 2/8 - Click here to order
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Interim Studies
Interim Studies is right around the corner. Students will be participating in self-directed projects, travel, service, and internships starting February 22- March 7. This long weekend is a great opportunity to make sure your student has all they need to fully participate in their chosen experience. It is sure to be an incredible two weeks for all! Please be sure to submit the DocuSign waiver if you received one. If you have any questions about your student's experience, please reach out to Sarah Hunt.
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BlacKkKlansman Community Viewing
Nominated for 6 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, BlacKkKlansman, features Brewster's Topher Grace ('97).
Please join us for a viewing of the film at Grayson Performing Arts Center, February 10 at 3 p.m., followed by a casual conversation about the film at Lord House.
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2019-2020 Enrollment
Contracts for the 2019-2020 school year are now posted in the Parent Portal. See the billing and payments link in the financial section of the portal. Contracts and deposits are due on February 22 or the date specified on the student contract. If you have any questions about enrollment for next year, please contact:
Admissions: 603-569-7200 or admissions@brewsteracademy.org
Financial Aid: Margaret Martin at mmartin@brewsteracademy.org
Business Office: 604-569-7495 or business@brewsteracademy.org
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No Weeklies on February 8
Please note that due to a special school schedule on 2/8 students will not be posting weeklies.
HAVE A GREAT LONG WEEKEND!
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