These days, life is all about COUNTDOWNS. They are really helping us keep track of where we are with our preparations for the start of the 2013-2014 school year. This counting down of what is left of the summer is definitely bittersweet. Before we know it, vacation will be done, but getting down to those single digits means that our halls will be lit up again and filled with that very special kind of energy that has made the Academy of the Holy Family so special for over 130 years!
So, back to our COUNTDOWN! Every day, our young women find a post in their email inboxes from me. Scary thought, eh? An email from your Principal...during the summer...every day! Not really scary, honestly. There is a creative number graphic, followed by a "friendly reminder" ranging from "How's that summer reading coming along?" to just about anything else that relates to the start of the school year and how our young women can get the most out of this year, as well as their preparation for it. This is important for all of our students, whether they are coming from right in Baltic, or from around the globe.
In previous years, the week leading up to first day of classes has been referred to as "Transition Week." Much takes place during this week, including the administration of placement exams for our incoming freshwomen and transfer students; Class meetings, Club gatherings and start-up meetings, and so much more. Speaking from my personal perspective, what I find especially exciting is the chance to get our young women fired up about being part of a fantastic community of learners and teachers...about being part of a family, regardless of where they are from.
This year, we wanted to think of something that would really get everyone in the Academy fired up. The concept of a lightbulb kept coming up, especially the image of one of the new energy-saving bulbs. You might actually use them in your own home.
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This is actually known as a CFL bulb, standing for Compact Flourescent Light. Well, those initials have taken on a new meaning for us at the Academy of the Holy Family. "Transition Week" is now known as "Power Week," and our young women are going to be welcomed with a tremendous amount of energy...our own unique, Academy of the Holy Family energy!
And, this is what we have come up with:
The schedule for Power Week 2013 will be finalized this week, and will be sent out to our young women and their families. Yes, we are excited!
And now, for that music that you can hear in your head:
So, back to our COUNTDOWN! Every day, our young women find a post in their email inboxes from me. Scary thought, eh? An email from your Principal...during the summer...every day! Not really scary, honestly. There is a creative number graphic, followed by a "friendly reminder" ranging from "How's that summer reading coming along?" to just about anything else that relates to the start of the school year and how our young women can get the most out of this year, as well as their preparation for it. This is important for all of our students, whether they are coming from right in Baltic, or from around the globe.
In previous years, the week leading up to first day of classes has been referred to as "Transition Week." Much takes place during this week, including the administration of placement exams for our incoming freshwomen and transfer students; Class meetings, Club gatherings and start-up meetings, and so much more. Speaking from my personal perspective, what I find especially exciting is the chance to get our young women fired up about being part of a fantastic community of learners and teachers...about being part of a family, regardless of where they are from.
This year, we wanted to think of something that would really get everyone in the Academy fired up. The concept of a lightbulb kept coming up, especially the image of one of the new energy-saving bulbs. You might actually use them in your own home.
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And, this is what we have come up with:
The schedule for Power Week 2013 will be finalized this week, and will be sent out to our young women and their families. Yes, we are excited!
And now, for that music that you can hear in your head:
Until next week, have a blessed day...please pray for peace!
~ Mrs. T
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