A Special Day at TCS!
What an amazing day at The Community School! Famed Baltimore based writer and friend of the school, Rafael Alvarez, brought in a delicious homemade lunch for the students. Rafael brought two friends with him. Photojournalist Jim Burger was back and he photographed the impromptu event while Rafael’s other friend, actor Neimah Djourabahi surprised everyone. Last week, the students saw Neimah in the play “Richard & Jane & Dick & Sally” at Baltimore Center Stage. This lead to an extended lunch discussion about acting, the process of developing the production, and the many meaningful themes the play explored. The lunch capped with a celebration (and amazing cake) of Joshua’s 16th birthday!
You might have thought that was exciting enough, but soon after lunch, the students had a planned Skype session with one of the NASA scientists who is responsible for the Parker Space Probe that is breaking new ground in exploration of the sun. Dr. Eric Christian works in the heliophysics section at NASA/Goddard and has been a part of missions going back to Voyager. He shared information about his own journey as a scientist and answered many questions as the class explored the Parker mission. This seminar was part of our weekly Space Lab taught by former NASA/Goddard educator Elaine Lewis.
All of this is in a week that included a special Conversation with William Vanzella, Baltimore Blast team captain and goalie, wrapping up the novel “Bless Me Ultima” by Rudolf Anaya, putting together their writing portfolios from Mr. Don’s seminar for the 2nd trimester, and closing with a meditation seminar by actor and teacher Jennie Bissell.
We are used to a lot of great experiences at the school though today was especially packed with learning opportunities. Special thanks to Rafael, Jim, Neimah, Eric and Elaine and a Happy birthday to Joshua!