High School Choir Concerts

An evening of two choir concerts conducted by Hopkins award-winning director, Phillip Brown.March 8, 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. Hopkins High School 2400 Lindbergh Drive, Minnetonka

UpdateHopkins Public Schools

Hopkins Students Attend College Without Leaving Hopkins High School

March 2012

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College in the Schools classes prepare students for higher educationMike Harris advises his students to treat his Anatomy and Physiology class like a job.

He may be on to something. Students who take and pass the class earn four college credits from the University of Minnesota, a value of up to $1,600. But because the students are still in high school, the credits they earn are completely free.

Anatomy and Physiology is one of six College in the Schools classes o!ered at Hopkins High School, but it’s the only class open to all students who have received a B or better in Chemistry. "e other #ve classes are language-arts based, available to students who are on an advanced language track. As the name implies, College in the Schools classes allow students to take college classes without leaving their high school campuses.

A college experience in a high school setting Hopkins College in the Schools teachers work closely with University of Minnesota professors to ensure that the curriculum re$ects a highly rigorous, college-level course. Science teachers Mike Harris and Alyson Purdy currently teach the Anatomy and Physiology class at Hopkins.

“"e coursework is the same as the University of Minnesota,” said Harris of his class. “"e University of Minnesota is really careful what it puts its stamp of approval on.”

College in the Schools classes are designed to mirror a college-level experience. Students are quizzed on material that they were assigned to study independently. "ere are no homework points and the assigned reading is so comprehensive that it is unprecedented in high school. Even straight A students can be shell shocked by the #rst exam. And that’s the point.

“When I #rst began working with the University of Minnesota, the professor told me that if A students did not receive C’s on the #rst exam, I was doing something wrong,” said Harris.

"e purpose of the class is to prepare students for not only college-level material, but also for the structure and expectations of a college-level class. When students don’t perform as well as expected on those #rst couple of exams, they adjust their study habits and learn to become successful fairly quickly. However, Harris, like many college professors, also grades on a curve, which helps absorb any long-term damage to a student’s grade.

“"e class prepares us for college classes because it is exactly like college,” said student Ketrin Vinokur. “"e tests and labs make up our entire grade, just like at the University of Minnesota.”

College in the Schools enhances Hopkins’ strong and established AP (Advanced Placement) program, but the two programs are di!erent. College in the Schools classes o!er four University of Minnesota credits to all students who pass the class. AP classes, on the other hand, expose students to college-level material, but whether a student earns college credit depends upon their performance on a #nal test and on the college the student chooses to attend.

Vinokur’s interest in medicine drew her to the Anatomy and Physiology class. She hopes to be a pediatric surgeon one day and, through Hopkins’ ProPEL mentorship program, is shadowing a surgeon at Children’s Hospital for the remainder of the school year. A handful

of students have similar aspirations, but Harris insists that students who plan to pursue non-science careers have just as much to bene#t.

The class prepares us for college classes

because it is exactly like

college, the tests and labs make up our entire

grade, just like at the University of

Minnesota.

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Two Hopkins High School Nordic Ski team members have been named to the 2012 Midwest Junior National Ski Team. Sarah Benton and Harris Dirnberger, both juniors, will compete at Soldier Hollow in Utah in March.

In December, Hopkins High School 2011 graduate Forrest Yesnes

attended the URJ (Union for Reform Jews) in Washington D.C. President Obama was the keynote speaker. Yesnes is the president of NFTY (North American Federation For Temple Youth) representing 19 regions in North America and Canada, and was also there to speak before the group. Because of his leadership role, he was given the opportunity to meet President Obama.

Two Hopkins skiers named to national team

Hopkins Alum Meets President

Empty Bowls EventBe a part of the fun, entertainment and art, and !ght against hunger — a fundraiser to support local foodshelves.

Tuesday, March 13 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.Hopkins Center for the Arts

www.HopkinsSchools.org/Bowls

Sustainable Landscape Garden Design Workshop

Reduce your carbon footprint as you explore landscape elements that require less energy use. Class fee: $19

March 8, 6:30-8:00 p.m.Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 Hwy. 7, Hopkinswww.HopkinsCommunityEd.org

A leader in school nutrition, Hopkins Public

Schools is focused on providing students with healthy meals and snacks.

Hopkins Meadowbrook Elementary will be featured in a TPT (Twin Cities Public Television) Farm-2-School documentary, airing March 25. Check your local listings for times.

An elementary student climbs through a model heart artery to learn about how blood !ows. As part of the Anatomy and Physiology class, College in the Schools

students presented to Hopkins Elementary students on preventable diseases.

Update: March 2012

Patrick Shebeck: 1995 graduateKelsey Soby: 2002 graduate Joseph Zachmann: 1976 graduate

District Life ChangerAs the Hopkins High School licensed school nurse, Bobbi Pointer is responsible for helping students and sta! be their healthiest. In her daily work with students, Bobbi in uniquely in tune to an invisible barrier to education — lack of access to health care and how it can a!ect a student’s ability to perform in school. “It is hard to learn when you are struggling with physical or mental health issues,” said Bobbi. “All nurses in Hopkins schools are an integral part of a team that helps students and sta! become healthier so they are better able to achieve.” With that mission in mind, Bobbi co-created and coordinates Healthy Minds clinic at Hopkins High School. "e clinic provides

Stats: MSN, University of Minnesota, School of Nursing BSN, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire In 2006, Bobbi was nominated to receive the Fox 9 Top Teacher Award. In 2008 she received

Minnetonka Rotary’s Award for Building Responsible Youth for her work with teens, and she was named 2009 School Nurse of the Year by the School Nurse Organization Board of Directors.

Patrick is an ordained pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and the Director of Synodical Liturgy for the Metropolitan Chicago Synod of the ELCA, and is now !nishing up a doctorate in theology. Favorite Band of 1995?There were many…but mainly Dave Matthews.Favorite hangout spot at Hopkins High School? I spent a lot of time in the music department.How did Hopkins prepare you?I am grateful for the extraordinary Senior Humanities program, which exposed us to amazing literature, and great Western thinkers, philosophers, and poets. What Hopkins sta! member made a di!erence in your life?Phil Abalan – he taught me invaluable skills. He trained students to be competent writers and thinkers. He was an enormously gifted educator, the best teacher I’ve ever had.

It is no surprise that Marti Nelson loves to be of service. She is a F.A.C.T. (Facing Autism Challenges Together) facilitator, Empty Bowls volunteer and pottery demonstrator, and active parent volunteer at her son’s school in the District. “Volunteering is a way for me to give back to the school system that has blessed our family and enriched my son’s life,” said Marti. I especially enjoy facilitating the F.A.C.T. support group, sponsored by Hopkins Public Schools, because I can share my experience with my ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) family member, and to learn from the wisdom of others. Proudest moments volunteering? Watching a new person leave a F.A.C.T. meeting with renewed spirit, knowing our group has helped them, is a very satisfying moment for me. What person has in"uenced you most?My grandma, Gertrude Patterson Priest, she was gracious to all people, had the most beautiful laugh, and never tired of encouraging me. I hope I can be as gracious to others as she was. Lakeshore or seaside?Any large body of water. I like the fact that you cannot see the end. Perhaps that is like my life, I see the water before me, the end is out there waiting, with miles to cross before reaching it. People would be surprised to learn... I made the baptism bowl, pitcher, and a complete communion set for our church. I volunteer because...We owe it to each other to give our time and talents to help one another.

Community Spirit

Stats: Anchor/Reporter for KMSP TV’s Fox 9 News B.S., Human and Organizational

Development and Economics, Magna Cum Laude, Vanderbilt University

on-site health services to students with unmet health needs. Bobbi sees around 80 students per day, o!ering her care, and sending 95% back to class in a short time ready to learn. “When a student receives treatment for physical and mental health issues, he or she can shift focus back on school,” points out Bobbi. Students su!ering with mental health issues are more challenging, but Bobbi has extensive expertise in this area. “Bobbi has changed the lives of hundreds of Hopkins High School students,” said Mary Jo Martin, West Junior High’s Licensed School Nurse and District Lead Nurse. “Many of her students have progressed from having poor grades to successful enrollment in college.” Background: Bobbi began her career as a school nurse in Minneapolis. When a Hopkins position opened up in 2001 she didn’t hesitate to apply. “My children went through this District,” she said. “I have always been very pleased and impressed with Hopkins’ progressiveness, diversity, and commitment to excellence.” What do you love most about working at Hopkins Public Schools? I love the students and the sta!. I also appreciate the opportunities I have had to come up with creative ways to improve the health of students and sta!. Proudest moments? Watching a student who has struggled previously become more successful in school after connecting him or her with health resources. I am also very proud to see Hopkins students making a di!erence in the lives of others — I serve as the Operation Smile Club advisor (more at right). Last year, Hopkins Operation Smile students raised over $3,000 for the national organization. Life quote? I like this quote from Buddha – “to keep the body in good health is a duty, otherwise we shall not be able to keep our minds strong and clear.”

fun factsKelsey feels fortunate and proud

to write news stories in her own hometown, when many newscasters only dream of working in their “hometown news market.” She enjoys making a di"erence in the community through outreach.Favorite Band of 2002?Dave Matthews Band and U2.Favorite hangout spot at Hopkins High School? The mall and the “senior corner.”How did Hopkins prepare you?Hopkins AP (Advanced Placement) and honors courses taught me that I could compete with the best if I was willing to work hard enough, this has contributed to my success as a news broadcaster. What Hopkins sta! member made a di!erence in your life? Mr. Franke always went above and beyond, and showed me how genuine caring inspires people. Mr. Dart taught me to be inspired by knowledge, Ms. Campbell exhibited the power of positive energy, Mr. Burnham expressed that it is your action, not your age, that empowers you.

In the middle of his senior year, Joe #ew o" to Bolivia as an

exchange student, and the world opened up for him. In graduate school, Joe had a French dissertation advisor, and is now himself an adjunct faculty at an engineering school in Paris, where he’s been teaching each fall for the past 20 years. Favorite hangout spot at Hopkins (Eisenhower) High School?The theater, where we rehearsed, built sets, or caught up on sleep.Favorite song from 1976?Elton John’s “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”How did Hopkins prepare you?A science education that was thorough and creative, and writing classes that demanded organization of thought.What Hopkins sta! member made a di!erence in your life? Dan Eckberg — he taught me how to survive. His o$ce was a refuge from the confusion of adolescence. His impromptu, patient counseling, and guidance gave me con!dence.

Stats: Senior Environmental Research Scientist at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture Ph.D., University of Minnesota;

B.S., M.S., University of Minnesota

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fun facts

Stats: Pastor, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, IL Candidate D. Min., Catholic

Theological Union; M. Div., Lutheran School of Theology; B.A., History and Liturgy and Church Music, St. Olaf College

Bobbi Pointer

Where are they now? Know someone we should feature on this page? Email Carrie.Gerard@HopkinsSchools.org

Marti Nelson

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College in the Schools, continued from cover

Taking the class prepares students for the rigors of college. Students are able to develop the disciplined study skills needed to be successful in their post-secondary lives. In addition, most four-year schools require all students to take a science with a lab class. Anatomy and Physiology meets that requirement. And then there is the obvious cost-savings of earning college credits without having to pay for them.

Students become the teachers Another unique bene#t to the Anatomy and Physiology class is that it allows the students to become teachers. As part of the curriculum, students were required to do community outreach about disease prevention. For the past two years, the University of Minnesota has granted Hopkins $1,200 for this work.

"is year, Hopkins students read Michael Pollan’s “In Defense of Food” and used the principles in the book to develop a presentation aimed at educating Hopkins elementary students about how to prevent type 2 diabetes and atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). "eir outreach was part presentation and part interactive. "ere was even a snack time when students sampled a variety of healthy treats.

"e younger students were both receptive and curious. At the end of one presentation, a grade 5 student could recite the de#nition for

atherosclerosis from memory. Another wanted to know if it was okay to have pop when going out to dinner. Although the main point of the presentations was to teach students that their choices today can a!ect their lives tomorrow, the method of moderation was stressed.

“"e presentation was a way to get the kids to feel good about themselves, too,” said John Narum, a student in the Anatomy and Physiology

class. “We explained how a healthy diet can make you perform better in sports and make you stronger than your competition.”

In addition to learning how they can be healthier, the elementary students were told how they can take college-level work during their high-school years. At the beginning of their presentations, the high school students explained that they were taking a University of

Minnesota class, despite the fact they had not yet graduated high school.

“Everyone should experience a class like this,” said Vinokur of the Anatomy and Physiology class. “Even if you are not into the subject, you will get a lot of out of this class.”

Students who take and pass the class earn four college credits from

the University of Minnesota, a value of up to

$1,600.

Four years ago, Bobbi Pointer, a nurse at Hopkins High School, was approached by three girls who wanted to start up a student club that bene#ted children in Africa born with cleft palates. Pointer, a self-proclaimed “softie for this sort of stu!” could not

turn them down. She has been enjoying her role as the advisor of Operation Smile ever since.

“It’s just great fun to see students doing something for someone else,” said Pointer. “You see them emerge as leaders and become passionate about making a di!erence.”

"e student group shares its name with the national organization, Operational Smile, an international children’s medical charity that provides free reconstructive surgeries for children

born with cleft palates, forever changing their lives. "e student group fundraises on behalf of the national organization.

Hopkins’ Operation Smile has about 15 active members who meet a few times a month to discuss fundraising activities and goals. Last year, they raised over $3,000. "e money goes a long way since, in Africa, a simple cleft palate surgery costs about $250. "e group raised the bulk of its money at basketball concessions last year, but this year are unable to use that as a fundraising vehicle, so they anticipate that their numbers will be down.

Operation Smile’s biggest fundraising e!ort to date is Smile Fest, a battle of the bands event that took place on February 10 at the Hopkins Depot and featured local bands: Wolf Mountain, Filthy Flamingos (Cloud 9), Eden, Clear Recognition, and Kids Like Us. According to Operation Smile’s co-chairs Rachel Dieter and Danielle Smith, this year’s event raised $994.

“"is is a really great cause, and it is fun to get together with other students to work on something for the greater good,” said Smith.

Hopkins Students Give African Children a Reason to Smile

In the 2011-2012 school year, 326 Hopkins students registered for College in the Schools classes. Together they earned 1,557 credits. If the students had to pay the usual college tuition for these credits, the cost incurred would have been $586,000.

Worth $586,000

College in the Schools students brought healthy snacks such as dried fruits and vegetable chips for "fth-grade Meadowbrook students to sample.

The reaction from the schools — yum!

Hopkins High School’s Operation Smile club poses for a picture.Photo by Je# Kocur

If you would like to donate to the Hopkins chapter of Operation Smile, checks can be mailed to Hopkins High School (2400 Lindbergh Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305) in care of Bobbi Pointer.

Update: March 2012

Sixteen Hopkins High School art and photography students won 19 Minnesota Scholastic Art Awards (four Gold Key, #ve Silver Key, 10 Honorable Mentions). "e Minnesota Scholastic Art Awards is the highest art recognition for high school students.

Students who received Gold Key and Silver Key awards had their winning pieces exhibited at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design Gallery in February.

"is year the contest received 1,376 individual artwork entries and 170 portfolio entries. "e jury awarded 133 Gold Keys and 167 Silver Keys for individual entries and 11 Gold Key and 16 Silver Keys for portfolio entries. Additionally, the jury awarded 228 individual entry Honorable Mention Merit Awards and 40 Honorable Mention Portfolio Merit Awards.

16 Hopkins Students Receive Minnesota Scholastic Art Awards

Artist-In-Residency Project Teaches Students More Than Music

Already known for its state-of-the-art technology for teaching and learning, Hopkins Public Schools is undertaking an e!ort to bring even more digital instruction and practice into the classroom — starting as early as kindergarten.

Hopkins began implementing new TILS (Technology and Information Literacy Standards) at the beginning of the 2011-2012 school year. "ese standards ensure that all Hopkins students have similar experiences in using technology to develop the skills that will be expected of tomorrow’s work force. "ese skills include critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication.

“"e Hopkins TILS incorporate all the latest standards and benchmarks recommended by national groups that promote best practices for integrating technology for e!ective learning,” said Donna Adams, a media specialist who helped coordinate the TILS development process.

"e idea behind TILS is to embed students’ use of digital tools in carrying out existing curriculum units and projects. Incorporating a forward-thinking digital approach that emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking, the standards ensure that students are prepared for a world that relies less and less on paper.

Even Hopkins kindergartners will practice putting digital images with text to create presentations. By third grade students will be using Hopkins Apps (Google Docs) to collaborate on projects. In grade 5 students will learn how to take notes online and their group projects will largely be completed on Google Docs. "e wide availability of laptops and iPads in Hopkins, as well as Hopkins Apps online accounts for all students, puts the necessary tools in the hands of the students and teachers.

“Our students live in a digital world,” Adams said. “Giving them the chance to engage in digital learning experiences deepens their learning and better prepares them for their future.”

"e TILS at each grade level cover four essential areas:

Singer/songwriter Billy McLaughlin doesn’t let his diagnosis hold him back"e Hopkins High School Orchestra Spotlight Concert once again featured a special musical guest. During January and February, students collaborated with singer/songwriter Billy McLaughlin through an artist-in-residency project. McLaughlin performed with the students on select songs during the February concert.

McLaughlin has performed around the world and is known for his complex and rhythmic

music. In 2001, he was diagnosed with Focal Dystonia, an incurable neuromuscular disease that a!ected his right hand and rendered him unable to play music. In 2006, he astonished everyone when he taught

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himself to play music left-handed.

“"ere is a good chance that what happened to my right hand will eventually happen to my left hand,” he told Hopkins High School orchestra students during their #rst rehearsal. “Every time I get to play music it’s a privilege.”

According to orchestra director Andy Bast, working with a professional musician ties together all the musical concepts he teaches his students.

“Our students have been learning about song-writing, arranging, and performing together,” said Bast. “"is experience is rounding out their music education in terms of the variety of music we will have studied this year.”

Painting by Gold Key winner Paris Ebersviller

Ceramic piece by Silver Key winner Grace Hoober

Painting by Silver Key winner Amy Mathews

Hopkins Gold Key award recipients: Shelby Morehouse, Drawing Mariah Witt, Drawing Alexandra Johnson, Jewelry Paris Ebersviller, Painting

Hopkins Silver Key award recipients: Grace Hoober, Ceramics Marlee Krietzman, Ceramics Amy Mathews, Drawing Charlotte Johnson, Jewelry Matthew Freier, Portfolio

Hopkins Honorable Mentions:Miranda Hilgers, CeramicsHanna Erickson, DrawingBrianna Stein, PhotographyEmily Buck, PortfolioLiam Doyle, PortfolioBrianna Moses, PortfolioJohn Klecker, PrintmakingJohn Klecker, Portfolio Grace Hoober, Portfolio Ring by Gold Key winner

Alexandra Johnson

Billy McLaughlin during a rehearsal with Hopkins orchestra students

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Community Book Read presentation with speaker Henry Emmons, M.D.Tuesday, March 6, 7:00-8:30 p.m.Want to reduce stress and anxiety levels in your life? Join Henry Emmons, M.D., author ofThe Chemistry of Calm, to discover strategies for responding to life’s stresses that support a greater sense of control, peace, and well-being. Free, no registration. CEUs available for professionals.Hopkins High School, Little Theater, 2400 Lindbergh Drive, Minnetonka

Parent Education

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Thursday, March 86:00-7:15 p.m.

You and your family are invited...

Event! Storytime!

You and your family are invited to join us at our

Free Story Time & Dinner at Gatewood Elementary! Come for a meal, a chance to visit with others with children (birth-24 months), and share a story and play time with the children. In addition, choose a new, free book for each child to take home. Older siblings are welcome. Limited space.Make your reservation, call at 952-988-5046, or Kathryn.Moore@HopkinsSchools.org

ECFE Infants and Parents classes offer age-appropriate activities to promote parent-infant bonding, are a place to meet other parents of infants, and feature the knowledge of experienced parent educators. Try our drop-in evening class on Monday nights, starting March 12.#109B-EW, 3-18 months, 6:30-7:45 p.m.Harley Hopkins Family Center, HopkinsVisit www.HopkinsCommunityEd.org or call 952-988-5000 for details and to register.

One-to-One Visits provide education and support to parents with children, birth to age 5. A licensed parent educator can work with you by phone, e-mail, a home visit, or by appointment at Harley Hopkins Family Center. Call Kathryn at 952-988-5046 or email Kathryn.Moore@HopkinsSchools.org.

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One-to-One Visits

Create your own indoor whimsical garden!Discover the wonderful world of fantasy gardens and design a little magical fairy garden for inside your home. Materials fee of $30 includes all supplies and is payable to instructor at class. Adult/child (12+) pairs to create one basket together are welcome. Class fee is $19/person, $24 pair. Register today: www.HopkinsCommunityEd.org.#1250A: Thurs., April 12, 7:00-9:00 p.m. p.m. or #1250B: Sat. April 28, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.Eisenhower Community Center 209, 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins

Adult Enrichment

Classes Indoor Fantasy Gardens

ActivityWhen school is out, Kids & Company is in! Make plans now for non-school day child care.Hopkins Kids & Company o"ers a full–day recreational program available during school breaks. Plan for spring break now and your kids will have supervised, active fun on non-school days! Need summer childcare that is #exible and full of fun !eld trips and enriching activities for your child? Our summer program creates a safe, fun-!lled environment where kids enjoy age-appropriate activities, arts and crafts, group games, sports, and !eld trips. Each elementary school has limited spaces available at a cost of $45.00 per day. Register online: www.HopkinsCommunityEd.org/Kids or call 952-988-4080.

A fun night of games, music, food, and more!Friday, March 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m. This fun, Friday night for all 5th and 6th graders is supervised by Kids & Company sta". Join us in the Eisenhower Community Center for bas-ketball, trivia, magic, cake walks, Guitar Hero, and Dance Dance Revolu-

tion. Pizza, beverages, and more will be available for purchase. No refunds. Student pick-up is promptly at 8:30 p.m. Cost is $10. Register today, limited space available.Register at www.HopkinsCommunityEd.org online registration session #Y637B

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Springtime is a great time to taste, create, travel, grow, and discover your potential with all the great experiences that are waiting for you at Hopkins Community Education.

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Tired of whining? Strategies for building positive behaviors!

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Community bowlmaking event reaches 14th year.Gearing up for the 14th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser for local foodshelves, community leaders tried their hand at making pottery bowls on the wheel under the tutelage of Terry Chamberlin, art department chair and teacher, and her team of ceramics students. "e students o!ered their assistance as participants made bowls to donate to the Empty Bowls fundraiser.

Check out some of the many community leaders who participated in this lifelong learning event for a great cause:

Top left: Adam McDonald, Hopkins High School assistant principal; center left: Mark Etzell, District facility use coordinator; bottom left: Greta Evans-Becker, Meadowbrook principal; bottom center: James Warden, Hopkins Patch editor; and bottom right: Marc Ingber, Hopkins Sun Sailor editor.

Kindergarten Roundup Nights – Families of 2012-13 kindergartners attend Roundup at your child's school. Check for dates and times: www.HopkinsSchools.org/Kinder, or call your child’s school o$ce.Cultivating Calm – Community Book Read presentation by Henry Emmons, M.D. , author of The Chemistry of Calm.March 6, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Hopkins High School – Little Theater, www.HopkinsSchools.org/BookHopkins High School March Choir Concerts March 8, 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.Hopkins High SchoolTwin Cities Bead Bazaar – Spring ShowMarch 10, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., March 11, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Eisenhower Community Center, dcoghill@frontiernet.netEmpty Bowls Fundraiser – celebrate community!March 13, 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, HopkinsHopkins K-12 Student Visual Arts Show – an exhibit of student art work from all schools in the District.March 1-April 8 Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, HopkinsHopkins High School Winter One-Act Plays Three student-directed winter plays and a play by HHS Theater Director

David Williams. More information: www.hhstheater.orgPerformances March 9 and March 10Hopkins High School Little Theater, 2400 Lindbergh Drive, Minnetonka.

Lifelong Learners Make Bowls for a Cause

Join us for the 14th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser. Be a part of the fun, entertainment, art, and #ght against hunger. Choose a ceramic bowl to take home, enjoy a bowl of soup, experience the music and entertainment, bid on beautiful art at the silent auction, and make a freewill donation to support local foodshelves.

What is Empty Bowls? "rough this community event, funds are raised for ResourceWest and the Intercongregational Communities Association (ICA) food shelf to help families in our community with basic needs.

How You Can Make a Di!erence? "ere are so many ways to participate! Contact Barb Westmoreland, Hopkins School District Family Partnership and Volunteer Coordinator at 952-988-4069, or Barb.Westmoreland@HopkinsSchools.org.

Tuesday, March 13, 2012 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Hopkins Center for the Arts1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins

Community leaders pull together to support local foodshelves