FROM THE PRINCIPAL -APRIL 20th 2018
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Dear SEA Families,
Our brilliant second graders are learning about Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play Major League Baseball. Honestly, he is one of the best role models of all time. When I was listening to the facts they learned in class this week, I was reminded of the author of the Last Lecture, Randy Pausch. Have you ever read this book? If not, go out this weekend and get it. Dr. Pausch was a computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon, who was diagnosed with a terminal cancer and decided to write a lecture about importance of overcoming obstacles and seizing every moment. In one chapter entitled, Don’t Complain, Just Work Harder, he talks about Jackie Robinson. He writes, “There is no better role model than Jackie Robinson. The message in his story was complaining does not work as a strategy. We all have finite time and energy. Any time we spend whining is unlikely to help us achieve our goals. And it won’t make us happier.” Jackie Robinson had monstrous challenges throughout his life. Yet, he rarely complained, and instead, found ways to achieve his goals, in spite of the obstacles. Sometimes we can get caught up in complaining about our lives. We need to fight with all our might to not give in to the downs, the challenges, or the complaints. We need to focus on the good, the strategies to get us where we want to be, and seize every moment. Thank you, Jackie Robinson and Randy Pausch for the reminder
This week the boys (grades 4-7) spent their morning taking the ERBs, our new standardized tests. I am proud of our students. Most were focused and took the time they needed to do their absolute best. I truly appreciate the boys going to bed earlier and believe it can only help our young learners. While the ERBs were taking place our 8th graders were grinding out their Capstone Paper, the intense research paper of their choice. Mr. Walsh takes on this project each year. I am grateful for his high standards so the boys understand the high level of expectations waiting for them in high school ELA classrooms!
SEA Spring Musical Production Week begins Monday! I am so excited for this musical and know our boys will nail this one! I overheard a scene the other day, and I was so impressed. Please come out and support our young actors. I never could have walked on stage during middle school. I am so tremendously proud of the boys who take this opportunity.
Off I run this weekend for a Padua soccer game in Virginia Beach. Why does Delaware play soccer in the spring? Never mind, that is for another Knightly News.
Enjoy, Tricia
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| SEA FRONT DESK UPDATE |
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Today was SEA Receptionist-Sam Hunsinger's last day here. She begins her new role as an Admissions Counselor at Rosemont College on Monday. We appreciated Sam's enthusiasum in her role at our front desk. We wish her the best in her new and exciting role at Rosemont.
Beginning on Monday, April 23rd, Susan Ferris will be our new Front Office Coordinator. She is very excited to begin getting to know everyone and is sure to be a wonderful addition to the SEA community. Welcome!
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| SEA SPRING MUSICAL NEXT WEEKEND |
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Beauty and the Beasty, Jr. will be presented in the Rollins Center next weekend. Shows are Friday, April 27 and Saturday, April 28 at 7:30pm as well as Sunday, April 29 at 2pm. All tickets are $10 at the door. Come enjoy a timeless tale for the whole family! It is a not-to-be-missed event! |
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| LAX CLINIC + FESTIVAL TOMORROW |
Join us here tomorrow from 9am-10am for a free lacrosse clinic (ages 4-9). Check in at the Field House from 8:30-8:45am. Pre-Registration is required. If you just want to check out a good game, stay around campus the all day to cheer on U10 & U12 players! There will be a food truck or two so just come enjoy!
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| SECOND GRADE SAVING SLOTHS |
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Monday, April 23rd there will be a $2 Tag Day to support Mrs. Delaney's and Mrs. McClellan's second graders' efforts to help save the rainforest. Money will be sent to Kids Saving the Rainforest. The money collected will specifically go towards planting trees and supporting the sloths in Costa Rica. Please be sure to wear green to show your support! Thanks!
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| BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL CAMP |
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RHBA presents two Summer 2018 camps--geared for players entering grades 1-8. Students will learn
the fundamentals.
Individual needs can be addressed through differentiated instruction.
Click here for info about the softball camp and here for info regarding baseball camp.
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| SUMMER THEATRE OPPORTUNITIES |
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Shoestring Productions of Brandywine Valley will conduct their annual theatre workshops during June and July at SEA. There are programs in musical theatre and acting experiences for the novice through the very experienced performer. For details, dates, and further information, click here. To set up an audition for the Showcase tour or Musical Theatre Audition Skills class or register directly, contact Ms. DeHart. These programs are for boys and girls age 6-16 and are open to the public. |
48th ANNUAL SEA BASKETBALL CAMP
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This year's camp is for
♦ BOYS and GIRLS entering Grades 1 & 2 in the Fall
(This Group will be co-ed full day camp (8:30am-3pm)
and/or ♦ for BOYS entering Grades 3-8 in Fall 2018. For more information or to register, click here. |
| RIPPIN' ROPE LACROSSE CAMP AT SEA |
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Rippin' Rope Lacrosse Camp directed by Mr. Pete Duncan (also head boy's lacrosse coach at Archmere Academy), is in its 16th year! SEA Sessions- ♦July 23-27 (9am-1pm) | Co-Ed for Ages 6-16 ♦July 30 - August 3 (9am-1pm) | Boys Ages 6 -16 Register here using code (LancersLax) for 10% off. |
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MOREAU REFLECTION
Week of April 23rd |
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"Whoever has Jesus has everything."
Moreau Letters
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| FOOTBALL |
Our newest camp is directed by Sallies' WR & LB Coach Dave Willard and takes place 7/30-8/2.
Get details here. |
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| RE ENROLLING |
| Please be reminded that we need your son's 2018-2019 contract. Contact us with questions. |
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2nd ANNUAL
BOOT CAMP |
| Could SEA's (Co-Ed) Academic Boot Camp benefit your rising 3rd-9th grade student? Look into it! Click here for dates and other details. |
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| NO AFTERCARE |
Please recall that there is no aftercare on Wednesday, 6/6
or Thursday, 6/7. |
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| CLASS of 2019 |
Please click here for info re: High School Entrance Exam Practice Tests |
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2018-2019
CALENDAR |
| Please click here to view SEA's important 2018-2019 calendar dates. |
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| COMING UP |
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TOMORROW, 4/21
Lancer LaxFest +
Lacrosse Clinic
4/27 - 4/29
SEA Spring Musical
FRIDAY, 5/4
No School
FRIDAY, 5/11
♥ Mother's Day Mass
♥ K-1 Tea with Mom
WEDNESDAY, 5/16
Evening of the Arts
(Grades 4-8)
FRIDAY, 5/18
LF Movie Night
(Details soon!)
FRIDAY, 5/18
Field Day after 9am Athletic Awards Assembly
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LETTER DAYS
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MONDAY, 4/23
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TUESDAY, 4/24
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WEDNESDAY, 4/25
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THURSDAY, 4/26
'a' day
FRIDAY, 4/27
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SERVICE HOURS
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On-Campus
♥ Tomorrow, 4/21
Lax Festival
♥ Friday, 5/11 3pm
Art Show Set Up
♥ Wednesdays 3pm
SEA Helpers
Questions? Email
Mr. Broelmann
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