Nov 12, 2021
Seventh grade students took part in making lunches at a food bank, dog treats and dog blankets,writing letters to veterans, beautification and litter removal of public grounds. The school partnered with A Wider Circle, The Humane Rescue Alliance, Central Union Mission, D.C., Rock Creek Conservancy, Capital Area Food Bank, and The Old Soldiers’ Home, D.C. The service projects were coordinated by English teacher Mr. Green, with help from seventh grade teachers. Community service is an ongoing part of Latin’s culture, extending from middle through high school.
Nov 4, 2021
The upper school started the second quarter with an assembly focused on the theme of “Growth.” The gathering featured music by senior Jonah Spiva, junior Liam Burgon, and freshman Wyatt Mitchell, who performed “All the Things You Are.” Students watched the Zoom assembly during Advisory Lunch on Wednesday. The faculty speaker was science teacher and wrestling coach Mr. Torrence, who reflected on growth in science, nature, and students. The student speaker was senior Emely Ventura-Alvarenga. Seniors Aoife Butler and Sophia Zinn shared their work on the Latin Beautification Club, and Ms. Brady and Mr. Kelly spoke as well. The assembly was a chance for students to look back on their first quarter achievements and reflect on how they have grown as learners, friends, and citizens at our school.
Nov 4, 2021
Parent teacher conferences will be via Zoom this year on November 11, 19th, and 22nd. The 11th and 19th will be days off for students, and the 22nd will be an asynchronous work day. Parents can register online for individual 10-minute conferences with each of their students’ teachers and have a chance to reflect on their students’ work, growth areas, challenges, and successes and get valuable feedback for the second quarter.
Nov 4, 2021
Advisory Leadership Olympics in the middle school starts next Monday, November 8th and runs the entirety of the second quarter. This will allow students to earn points and accolades for their advisories by helping a friend, academic risk taking, self-advocating, following routines, being on time, collaborating with others, affirming their friends and teachers, and persevering through challenges. Eighth grader Jahari Samuels starred in a comical video introducing the competition.
Nov 4, 2021
Students and teachers celebrated el Dia de Los Muertos with the Spanish Language & Culture Club. The club is advised by Ms. Crespo and Ms. Silva. Afterschool festivities included-skull crafts, sweet bread, and discussions of cultural heritage to honor those special ones in our lives who have passed.
