Daily Bulletin: Tuesday, January 16

Katharine Brush Creative Writing Contest Thursday, January 18

Thanks to the 53 students who submitted flash fiction pieces to the Katharine Brush Creative Writing Contest! Authors: please stop by the 2nd floor of the library during the community free on Thursday January 18 for a thank you gathering. Food will be served and a group photo will be taken at 10:30.

NEW Alvord Center Guest Speaker Sari Samakie on Thursday, January 18

On Thursday, January 18, at 7 p.m. please come to Gilchrist Auditorium to hear Sari Samakie speak. Sari is a Syrian, currently studying at Georgetown University. He is the Co-founder of Fikra 3al Mashi, an educational nonprofit working with urban refugees and underprivileged students, he is also a photographer and a speaker on the importance of education, tolerance and forgiveness. In Syria, Sari was apprehended, abducted and taken out of school for three years, and is the 2016 winner of the Kurt Hahn Prize.

NEW A Conversation with Richard Plepler '77, Chairman and CEO of Home Box Office on Friday, January 19

At Friday's all-school convocation, Head of School Sheila Culbert will interview Richard Plepler, who is a member of the Loomis Chaffee Class of 1977. Mr. Plepler is Chairman and CEO of Home Box Office, Inc., responsible for the overall management of the world's most successful pay TV service, which provides the two television networks – HBO and Cinemax – to over 134 million subscribers in over 60 countries and its programming into over 150 countries worldwide. This convocation is part of our Globalization theme.

NEW Campus Safety Notice

For your safety, we are asking the Loomis community to please stay off of the ice in the fields and woods around campus. Thank you.

NEW Longman Leadership Institute Capstone Project Survey

This year, the girls in Longman dorm, along with four day students, are involved in a leadership program that aims to promote women's leadership across campus. As part of this program, the girls of Longman are expected to complete three capstone projects by the end of the year, one of which is a book that will include brief interviews with female role models within our Loomis Chaffee community. Of course, we can't possibly search every corner of the school, so that's why we're asking you! If there are any special females (whether it be student, teacher, or staff) in your life who represent strength and empowerment to you, then please take the time to fill out this survey.

Please read the instructions and we hope you'll enjoy the final product. -Anya, Maral, Calabria, Natalie, & Sadie

Survey:

https://goo.gl/forms/mhPDJYjZM4VDbw2A3

Summit Test Prep

Test Prep Workshops are staring soon! Once again, Summit Test Prep will be offering test prep classes for the ACT and SAT this winter/spring. Juniors: sign up now. The Diagnostic Test for the ACT will take place on Sunday, February 18. The Diagnostic Test for the SAT will take place on Sunday, February 25. Access the links for more information about dates and cost.

Thank you, Mrs. DeConinck

SAT Workshop Weekends

ACT Workshop Weekends

SAT Workshop Wednesdays

ACT Workshop Wednesdays

Reminder for Juniors: Scheduling College Meetings

Juniors are reminded to come to the College Office to schedule their first appointment with their counselors once they have completed the college questionnaire in Naviance. We are hoping to see everyone before Head's Holiday so if you have not finished your questionnaire or scheduled your meeting please make it a priority!

Signups for StuCo Benefit Concert

Sign up to perform at the benefit concert! All formats are welcome: singing, dancing, playing the instruments, lip-syncing!!!

MLK Week

Tuesday, January 16, NOTE: Location Change SNIF
6:45–8:15 p.m. Hot Topic Discussion sponsored by PRISM and the Sustainable Agriculture program: "To Your Health: Food Justice and Racial Considerations"

Friday, January 19, SNIF
9–10:30 p.m. Spoken Word Café
Guest artists join some of our LC talent!

Ask a Person of Color Panel on January 19

This is an opportunity to ask people of color any questions you've ever had, but felt uncomfortable asking. These questions do not have to stay specific to African Americans; Latinos Americans, Asian Americans, and Native Americans are examples of other people of color as well. Please keep the questions respectful, but don't hold back either. Sometimes it's difficult to ask these questions in person, so PRISM is presenting this panel on Friday, January 19 from 9:15-9:45 in the SNIF as a way for everyone to get to understand each other better. For example: Why is another race saying the N-word besides African Americans considered wrong?

CLASS RINGS on Thursday, January 18

The Balfour rep will be outside the dining hall for students to pick up the class rings!

Forgot to order one? Place your order on January 18 and your ring will be in this spring! Order forms are available in the bookstore now. (Full payment is due at time of ordering so plan ahead)

Choral Concert on Sunday, January 21

Come join the Concert Choir and Chamber Singers at the annual Winter Choral Concert on Sunday, January 21 at 4p.m . in Hubbard Performance Hall! Choral selections from around the world and several genres--folk, classical, music theater, and pop--will be presented. Don't miss this vocal music highlight of the winter term! This is a concert credit opportunity.

Class Drop and Level Change Deadline January 22

The final date to drop a year-long class or to change levels in a year-long class is January 22, 2018, at 5 p.m. After that date you must remain in that class for the remainder of the year. Any questions, please see Mr. DeConinck or Mr. Lawrence in the Academic Office.

REMINDER Summer Opportunities Fair on Monday, January 22
Come to the Summer Opportunities Fair this Monday, January 22, 9-11 a.m. in the SNIF. This unique fair offers a wide range of programs that focus on academic enrichment, language study, community service, camps, research, outdoor adventure, and international travel. Come through and learn more about these exciting programs. See you on Monday!

Health Tips from the Health Center

We have entered into cold and flu season, here are a few pointers to help keep our community as healthy as possible:

Hand washing! Wash your hands with soap and warm water frequently. If you are unable to wash, hand sanitizer is an acceptable replacement until you can get to a sink.
Cough and sneeze into a tissue or your elbow.
Do not share food or drinks.
Stay as hydrated and rested as possible and be sure to eat throughout the day. Missing meals or getting too little sleep can make a headache or nausea feel worse. Our bodies are more prone to illness when we are 'worn down'.
Come to the Health Center when you feel sick. The main symptoms of the flu are fever, bodyaches and headache. The sooner treatment is started, the better. Other illnesses that are common this time of year include the stomach bug, common cold, and strep throat. The Health Center can help to determine the need for testing and/or treatment.

Stay healthy LC!

Softball Meeting

If anyone is interested in playing Girls Varsity Softball this Spring there will be a meeting on Thursday February 6 during the Community Free in the Fitness & Wellness Classroom. If you are interested in playing, but you are unable to attend the meeting please email Katie_begley@loomis.org, Sarah_Olender@loomis.org, or Clare_Wibiralske@loomis.org.

Hope to see you there!

2018 Chemistry Olympiad
The 2018 regional Chemistry Olympiad will be held on Thursday, March 15 (during spring break) at the UCONN-Storrs campus. Students interested in competing in the Olympiad should email Mr. Osei-Mensah by Monday, February 12.

To learn more about the Chemistry Olympiad, please visit: http://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/students/highschool/olympiad.html

Science Resource Center (SRC) Open!

This is a reminder that the SRC is open every Sunday and Thursday night from 8-9 p.m. in the Pearse Classroom (same room as the QRC) on the first floor of the library. If you need help on your chem or physics homework, please stop by. Our staff is eager to help!

Spanish Resource Center January Dates

The Spanish Resource Center is open to help students prepare for Spanish tests, quizzes, presentations. Please check the schedule to see when students in college-level Spanish classes are available this month.We are located in Study Room 2 on the second floor of the library—just look for the Spanish Resource Center Sign!

Writing Studio NOW Open

The Writing Studio is now open for business! Walk in during any daytime block or evening study hall, or make an appointment at tiny.cc/lcwriting.