Hi Everyone!
Last week was vacation week!
Even though we did not have school, everyone was still quite busy:
On the last day of school before break, several of our dynamic SEAD scholars participated in spirit week performances. One of the biggest highlights for me was when Wes played the role of Tati in the junior class skit. All I can say is, “Tati” was very angry at her date during “prom”, and “she” was sassier than I have ever seen her.
Wes had several track meets over break, and at one of them, he placed 3rd out of 193 people in the state of NH. Congratulations Wes!!
Wes, Katie, and Cam all worked many hours at their respective jobs over break. Keep up the commitment and hard work everyone!
Cam and Jade took the SATs at RHS on Saturday May 2nd. I hope you guys showed your best abilities during the exam!
Unfortunately, Jade’s other news is less uplifting. She had to spend vacation taking her brother to several doctor’s appointments since he broke his collar bone in a four wheeler accident. Jade took up more responsibilities around the house and in caring for her family members. Our thoughts are with you and your family Jade!
Last but certainly not least, Shae was our college readiness superstar of the break! Despite having to prepare for her family’s upcoming move to MA on May 8th, Shae was able to attend two college readiness during break. She took the SAT practice test with me on April 27th, though she was the only one at the event. Shae also stayed after the test to go over the problems with me and have a delicious lunch from Fremont House of Pizza! I appreciate your effort Shae. In addition, Shae was the only SEAD scholar who attended a college fair featuring hundreds of colleges at Phillips Exeter Academy. She talked to over ten colleges in depth. She was especially interested by Emerson College in Boston, and Hobart and William Smith Colleges in upstate New York. Shae asked many intelligent, thoughtful questions, and all the adults in attendance (Mr. John McDaniels, Ms. Genny Moriarty, and Me!) were very proud of her.
Finally, though we had a college trip to UNH planned for this break, only Shae was available to go. Because of this, we unfortunately had to cancel the visit.
I hope everyone had a ton of fun during their breaks, you were certainly busy!
Looking ahead to this school week, we will be saying good bye to Shae on Friday as her family moves away. We will all miss you very much Shae! I would love it if everyone could come to the POPS dinner on Thursday as a goodbye gesture to Shae. She has mentioned that she has never been to one, and would like to see what it’s like before she leaves Raymond. I will pay for your dinners! Additionally, you will get to see me play in the band!
Anyway, welcome back keep up the good work everyone!
Zan
