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Week of May 9, 2011

The Williams School works with each child to build and enduring

foundation for academic, moral and social success. A Williams School

student embodies integrity, confidence and a love of learning.

Dear Williams School Families,

What an amazing concert last night. The instrumentation and harmonious resonance filled Maurys auditoriumfor over an hour with the glorious sounds of our fourth through eighth grade bands. Karen Jackson did an

incredible job of preparing the students to perform for the nearly-filled house. Our kindergarten through thirdgraders also had their special role in singing a few tunes with the bands and ending the concert with our school

song. Its always so nice to sit back and embrace the good feelings and soul filling power that music and

performance music can have in our lives. I had a seat with Meg way toward the back and couldnt help butbeam throughout the entire performance. I know I left last night with a spring in my step and a few songs in myheart.

As we were driving home, we talked about the concert but my son pointed out that he thought it was, in his

words, weird that over the past week or so he had played for the school lacrosse team, participated in theregional forensics competition, played for his club lacrosse team, played his trombone in band, played a nice

role in the schools musical, participated in seeing two of our TWS students get awards for the Elie Wiesel

Writing competition at this years Yom HaShoah Holocaust Remembrance Day service on Sunday night (Aidanreceived first place, and Jacks sister, Maddie, received a third place prize), and continued doing all of his

school work all the while.

I looked at Meg and smiled. He made a pretty insightful comment about all the opportunities he continues to bepresented with and of which he can take advantage. I glanced at Meg and we both smiled. We were proud of

our kids and savored about five short seconds of parental gloating in silence when my daughter slapped us backinto reality for the other back seat. Yea, but just about every other kid does the same thing or more at our

school, so its no big deal, Jack.

True enough, Jack said without skipping a beat.

And we all continued down Hampton in silence for a bit. The pause then lent its way to funny stories about the

day. Later, after the kids were in bed, Meg looked at me and smiled. I am thankful that we are able to give

this wonderful gift to our children--a real liberal arts life.

There are many opportunities that life affords you if you take advantage of them. At The Williams School I

have been proud and honored to help be part of giving to students and their families the gift of a liberal arts life.Have a safe weekend. See you Monday.

Fondly,

Jay

Honor before Honors


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THIS WEEK

Monday, May 9th

Regular School Dress Day Monday dress-up on WednesdayTWS Lacrosse Practice 3:30pm-5:00pmTWS Soccer vs. Norfolk Christian 4:00pmTuesday, May 10

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1st Grade Field Trip 9:30am-12:30pm

GOTR 3:15pm-4:30pmViolin Recital Rehearsal 3:15pm-5:30pm MPRTWS Tennis vs. Norfolk Academy 4:00pmWednesday, May 11

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Monday Dress-up DayScience Expose 9:00am-12:00pm MPRWeekly School Assembly 2:25pm MPRTWS Lacrosse vs. Norfolk Christian 4:00pmThursday, May 12

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Grade Field Trip 9:00am-2:00pm

GOTR 3:15pm-4:30pmNew Parents Reception 5:00pm-6:00pm MPRTWS Tennis vs. CBA 4:00pmFriday, May 13

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Grade Field Trip 8:30am - 2:30pmViolin Recital Rehearsal 3:15pm-5:30pm Band RoomChinese Language & Culture Club 3:15pm-3:45pm

Forensics Showcase 3:30pm-5:00pm MPR

Saturday, May 14th

Violin Recital 3:00pm MPR

PLAN AHEAD

Monday, May 16

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TWS Soccer vs. Stonebridge 4:30pmTuesday, May 17

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PAC Meeting 3:30pm Humanities

GOTR 3:15pm-4:30pmWednesday, May 18

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Grade to Disney WorldWeekly School Assembly 2:25pm MPRThursday, May 19

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Grade to Disney World

TWS Tennis vs. CBA 3:30pm

GOTR 3:15pm-4:30pmFriday, May 20th

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Grade to Disney WorldChinese Language & Culture Club 3:15pm-3:45pmKids Night Out 6:00pm-10:00pm MPR


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COMING EVENTSMonday, May 23

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Dress Down DayNational Piano Guild Auditions8

thGrade Field Trip Golf Outing

Tuesday, May 24th

National Piano Guild Auditions

GOTR 3:15pm-4:30pmBOT Meeting 4:00pm MPRWednesday, May 25

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Weekly School Assembly 2:25pm MPR (Talent Show)Fourth Grading Period EndsThursday, May 26

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GOTR 3:15pm-4:30pmCanoles Classic Memorial Golf Tournament CPCCERBs Grades 1-8Friday, May 27

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Early Dismissal 12:00pmExtended Day 12:00pm-6:00pmTeacher Appreciation Day

The Williams School

Into the Woods, 2011

DVD Purchase Form

To purchase a DVD of the Williams School performance of Into the Woodsfor $15.00 each,please fill out the form below, attach a check made out to the Williams School, and send it tothe school office by May 7, 2011. DVDs will be available for pick up at the school office afterMay 15, 2011.

______________Number of DVDs ($15.00 each)______________Total amount of Check_____________________________Name _____________________________Phone Number

All profits from the sale of the DVD will go to the Williams School Annual Fundcourtesy of Michael Broadhurst ofwww.MikesMobileMics.com

Spelling Bee4th Graders Julia and Jordan will be participating in the 5th Annual Regional Spelling Bee for 4th and 5th

graders held at Cape Henry Collegiate on Thursday May 5th. Congratulations Julia and Jordan!!
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3rd Annual Canoles Classic Golf Tournament

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Cedar Point Country Club, Suffolk

Leroy T. Canoles, Jr. was a former Williams School Board of Trustees member, grandfather of two Williams

School students, father of our current Assistant Librarian, Jody Benedict, and enthusiastic supporter of our

annual golf tournament. He was truly respected and loved by all at The Williams School. A sage counselo

with an engaging wit, when Buddy Canoles talked, everyone listened. An exceptionally talented and well-

rounded individual, he played golf regularly and read volumes daily, especially non-fiction. Described as a

man who saw both the forest andthe trees, he combined sportsmanship and intellectualism with vigor and

finesse. Ever a gentleman, we are honored to name our tournament in his memory

, was respected and beloved by all at The Williams School. A sage counselor with

Be sure to check outwww.thewilliamsschool.org/golffor complete details of this years Canoles Classic and for

the opportunity to become a sponsor and to register to play - all to benefit The Williams School athletic

programs and the Leroy T. Canoles, Jr. Library Fund.

Please contact Jennifer Cahoon at 627-1383 ext. 232 [email protected] more information.

Thanks to our 2011 Canoles Classic Chairs:Janna Brown, Eric Miller, and George Pegram

We Would Like to Thank Our 2011 Sponsors:

Founders Event

Tony and Monica Cetrone

Heritage Event

Jane P. Batten

Jason and Michelle Hirschfeld

Canoles Classic Birdie

Derek and Kedron Fix

Olde Towne Drug Center Pharmacy / Young Yogis Yoga
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Our Community in Action


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The Williams School Steps UpParents, students, faculty, alumni, and members of our Williams School family stepped up for the 2

ndannual Step Up For

The Up Center stair climb. Organized by TWS parents Wendy Auerbach, Andria McClellan, and Dia DuVernet,

participation was enthusiastic and significant from The Williams School. Pictured is one group of non-competitive

climbers which included, from left to right,Meredith Lauter, Mary Alice Needham, Mary McCaffrey, Connor, Liza

Needham, Bennett, Beth Miller, Shawn Etter, Cindy Etter, and Julianne Casey. Winners in the competitive climbs

included a second for Sebastian in the 25 floor male 12 and under and in the 50 floor climb male 12 and under, a second

place for Lachlan. In the 100 floor category (4 times up Dominion Tower), female 12 and under, a second for Cameron

and for the category male 12 and under, first and second respectively for Aidan and James.

Thank you, Williams School, for stepping up to the plate and supporting this worthwhile project! We hope to have more

of you join us next year.

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