Plant Sale
May 14, 2016
Seedlings for your garden will be available each afternoon, Monday through Thursdays from 2:30-5:30 at the school. Several varieties of tomatoes, basil, mint, zinnias, marigolds and more are still available....
Seedlings for your garden will be available each afternoon, Monday through Thursdays from 2:30-5:30 at the school. Several varieties of tomatoes, basil, mint, zinnias, marigolds and more are still available....
Today was the last in a series of Financial Literacy seminars that have taken place throughout the year. These seminars have been led by Mr. Ben Lyons, Managing Director of Lynk Capital who is in his second year teaching at The Community School. Mr. Ben has taught separate classes to Year 1 and Year 2 students focusing on issues related to money management and has included such topics as banking, investment, and credit. We have been fortunate to have Mr. Ben at the school and wish him well in the publishing of his new book....
Major Richard Gibson, commander of Baltimore City Police - Northern District, has become a regular fixture at The Community School. He visits the school regularly and this past week shared a brief U.S. history lesson for Year 1 students. Major Gibson serves as a sponsor for a student at the school, providing encouragement and material aid to support his education....
As part of a series of seminars on the major world religions, Sarah Krasnik presented a special seminar on Judaism. Sarah covered the history of the religion and the Jewish people as well as the scriptures and traditions basic to Judaism. She also explained the differences between the different sects within the religion. Sarah is a graduating senior from johns Hopkins University who has been working at the school for the last 3 years....
As part of their year long health course, Year 2 students had a special seminar on contraception today. Lindsay Roemer, Peer Education Coordinator and trainer for Planned Parenthood presented on all of the available methods of sexually transmitted disease and pregnancy prevention. Lindsay was assisted by CJ, a peer educator who is a senior at Friends School. Their presentation was informative and interesting and prompted students Kelsey Larrimore and Janiah Tillery to apply to become peer educators next year....
Today was the 3rd in a series of immunology seminar presented by Dr. Alan Scott, professor at Johns Hopkins University. Today's seminar focused on the main types of vaccines and how they work to inform and boost the immune system. Dr. Scott also presented a brief history of modern pandemics and vaccine discoveries as well as controversies and complacency from a growing number of people in the developed countries in rejecting vaccinations. This seminar series has fascinated the Year 2 students and is an in depth supplement to this terms health course....
The students were in for a real treat today as noted Baltimore writer/actor/producer/director David Deboy visited the school. David led an entertaining and informative 2 hour seminar for the students. He shared stories and tips about his acting on shows like Homicide and The Wire and movies including Tin Man and Head of State. Mr. Deboy even gave an acting lesson in comedy that had the students doing improv on the sidewalk in front of the school. A central message David left with the students was that they should be aware of themselves and the image that they project through their facial expressions, body language, and speech in all of their communication....
[embed]https://youtu.be/_527ymT7aNc[/embed] This week’s edition of TCS Student News was researched, produced, written, and anchored by students Janiah Tillery and Marcus McKeever. It includes news from around the world as well as our own community and the school. We hope you enjoy it and are informed by it. Let us know what you think....
Everyone was pleasantly surprised by a special visit from friend of the school Felix Dialoiso today. Felix stopped by to see how the students and school are doing and shared an inspirational message about perseverance and determination. Thanks to Mr. Dialoiso, several years ago the garage in the back of the school was transformed into the classroom that is now used by Year 1 students. Felix has been a long time supporter of the school and gave his time and money to upgrade the school electric and facility. The students were enthralled by his stories about his life and how he overcame many challenges and obstacles to become the successful businessman he is today. Felix defined his success by what he's been able to do for his family and for others....
Thanks to the kind folks at JHU Circle K, the students enjoyed an afternoon at the local Shake & Bake Recreation Center. We had the whole skating rink to ourselves plus free tokens for the arcade and plentiful pizza. Everyone had a terrific time although it was the first time on roller skates for many of the students. Thanks to all of the Johns Hopkins University students who are members of Circle K especially Vishaan Nursey who co-ordinated the effort....