CLASS PLAY COMING

TIME JOURNEY 2 is in production mode and we'll open on Tuesday, May 11, for two afternoon shows for students. We also have performances on May 12 and 13, concluding with a Thursday evening show for friends and families at 6:30 p.m.  Students will remain after school on May 13 for a movie and a cast dinner prior to the evening performance.

Mac, Talia, Drew, and Amanda rehearse the final scene of the class play.

PRODUCTION T-SHIRTS should be here tomorrow.  Let's designate the next TWO MONDAYS to promote the play by students wearing their tees.  In other words, students should wear them to school on May 3 and May 10.

SPECIAL THANKS to several adults who are assisting with production aspects.  Diane Mahacek compiled the biographical information of each student and we will dedicate the next blog post to the entire cast.  Annel Olthof is coordinating the History Maker's costumes and coordinating the cast dinner.  Dawnice Harloff is providing set decorations for the Edison laboratory.  Jeff Chittenden has helped with set modifications, lighting, and sound effects.

SCENE ONE from the play will be performed for the GHAPS Board of Education at the beginning of their meeting this Monday evening, May 3, at 7:00 p.m. in the Media Center at Lake Hills.  Students performing include Cooper Sale, Shane Cannon, Luke Staskiewicz, Ashley Priebe, Natalie Newell, Drew Henman, Savannah Lemmen, and Mac Mahacek.  Students need to report to Room 15 by 6:45 p.m.

OUR FINAL PERFORMANCES of Time Journey 2 will be on Thursday, May 13, at 6:30.  Family, friends, and the public are invited to this performance, so arrive early for a good seat.  Rooms 15 and 16 will be open for our evening audience.

UNDERWRITERS help us with the cost of production.  Although our expenses are less than $500 this year, we rely on the support of individuals, families, and businesses for contributions to our class account.  Please let Kirby Chittenden know by Wednesday, May 5, if you would like to help underwrite this year's play.  We will recognize you, your family, and/or business in the program for a $20 donation.

PLEASE REMEMBER that cameras are not permitted during the play, so take pictures before and afterwards.  We will also be posting pictures on our web log that you can download.

THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD and Principal Mike Shelton welcomed our class to White Pines Middle School today.  Students enjoyed a preview of coming attractions as they spent the day with sixth grade students and middle school teacher getting acquainted.  Parent Night will be held this Tuesday, May 4, at 7:00 p.m.

TOTAL TREK QUEST will run the 5-kilometer Tulip Time race this Saturday morning.  Room 15 students participating in the run include Luke Staskiewicz, Nick Davis, Drew Henman, Mac Mahacek, and Mason Harloff.  Mr. Chittenden will also be running with them at the 8:00 a.m. event at Christ Memorial Church in Holland.

EARTH DAY BIKERS to school included more than 20 fifth grade students...plus a few parents. As a result, Wednesdays have been designated as an unofficial ride-your-bike-to-school day.

NO SCHOOL next Wednesday, May 5.  Teachers will be in professional development for the day.