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In celebration of National Arts in Education Week, Ms. Brudzisz’ Art Club students worked after school on crafting mobiles that touched on a variety of themes. National Arts in Education Week is a national celebration recognizing the tranformative power of the arts in education. Designated by Congress in 2010, the celebration is designed to support equitable access to the arts for all students.
The Lady Jaguars opened their home schedule Tuesday with a hard-fought contest against Orland Junior High. Conrady scored a two-out run early in the game, but couldn’t hold down the Eagles’ bats, falling 9-2. The Boys’ team got behind early, but stormed back with a flurry of runs, topping the Eagles in Orland Park 15-8.
After last week’s bout of bad weather postponed the home openers, Conrady’s softball teams started the season off with a flourish. The Boys’ team battled Prairie View in a tight contest that saw the Jaguars score some late runs (including two safe calls at the plate) to hang on for a 7-6 victory. The Lady Jaguars, meanwhile, showed some spunk in racing out to a 4-0 lead before falling to the Eagles in the late innings.
Conrady’s Adventure Club students took their first field trip of the school year to Shedd Aquarium Saturday. In addition to taking in the aquatic show, where penguins and beluga whales performed, the students toured a host of exhibits. The current “Underwater Beauty” exhibit celebrates more than 100 species from around the globe and gives visitors a chance to dive deep into the mysteries of the oceans.
Conrady’s 7th and 8th Grade Band students took their show on the road this week, visiting 5th Grade classes at Oak Ridge and Glen Oaks Schools. The musical field trip was a great opportunity for the district elementary students to see the benefits of joining an award-winning program.
Students in Ms. Fenwick’s class worked on building a freestanding tower of index cards recently. Students in the STEM class (Science Technology Engineering and Math) were taxed with building a structure using only three cards per level within a specific allotted time, as a lesson on restrictions and constraints.
Conrady girls interested in honing their basketball skills (and having some fun) are encouraged to attend the two Open Gym dates this Thursday and Friday, Sept. 6-7, from 2:30-4 p.m. Ms. Calhoun will supervise a rundown of basic skills. Buses will be provided.
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