Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Edison, NJ
JUNE 2016 VOLUME 1, ISSUE 5
What’s UP at Woodrow
Spotlight On...Spring Concerts
Inside this issue:
Spotlight On, continued 2
7th Grade Trip 3
8th Grade Trip 3
Model UN 4
High Note Music Festival 4
Upcoming Events 5
Shining Students 5
Editor: Karen Hoops
Band Concert, May 5, 2016
On May 5, 2016, the WWMS Band
performed it’s spring concert. The
concert was comprised of two
chamber groups, the Sixth Grade
Concert Band, a percussion en-
semble, two jazz bands and the 7th
and 8th Grade Concert Band. The
evening was a culmination of
months of hard work and a huge
success.
Highlights of the evening included
the 6th grade’s lively performance
of “The Tempest,” the long line of
jazz soloists, the original work
written for the percussion ensem-
ble called “Weastern Music” which
incorporated both western instru-
ments and eastern instruments
(such as tabla and mridangam), and
the 7th and 8th grade’s perfor-
mance of “Foundry,” a fierce con-
temporary work by John Mackey that
integrated “found percussion” instru-
ments such as piles of metal, bowls,
and woodblocks.
The band has enjoyed a very success-
ful year. More students were accepted
into the region band than any other
year and the 7th and 8th Concert
Band was pleasantly surprised to re-
ceive two perfect scores in competi-
tion at the Great Adventure festival.
Thank you to all of the students and
parents who have prioritized musical
studies within their homes. Thank
you also to the administration for sup-
porting the efforts of the band pro-
gram as we seek to excel still more in
our discipline.
Click here for a slideshow.
WHAT’S UP AT WOODROW
Spotlight On...Spring Concerts continued
VOLUME 1, ISSUE 5
Orchestra Concert, May 19, 2016
The Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Orchestra had a fantastic spring concert
on May 19, 2016. The three groups of
students have been working very hard
since January, evident in their great per-
formances.
The 6th Grade Orchestra performed
four pieces of music “Dragonhunter,”
“O Mio Babbino Caro,” “Gauntlet,”
and “Storm.” Their abilities have im-
proved greatly since January.
Following the 6th Grade Orchestra was
the Chamber Orchestra, a group of
select students who meet every Monday
morning to rehearse and learn new mu-
sic. They performed two pieces
“Summer, Movement I” by Vivaldi
(violin soloist: Rachel Tam) and “Beauty
and the Beast” from the Broadway mu-
sical. These challenging pieces of music
were extremely well done.
To conclude the evening, the 7th
and 8th grade orchestra presented
six different styles and periods of
music. They performed “Sinfonia,”
“Ice Sculptures” (cello soloist: Kyle
Tu , P i an i s t s : C ind y Xu ) ,
“Flambeaux,” “Butterfly and Flow-
ers,” “Viva La Vida” and “Pioneer
Sky.” These musical pieces featured
classical, contemporary, and orien-
tal music.
Thanks to all of the hardworking
students and their parents for their
support, as well as the administra-
tion, all of the teachers who
helped, and the custodians for
making this great evening possible.
Chorus Concert, May 12, 2016
On May 12, 2016, the WWMS Choirs took the stage for
their spring concert! Four groups performed: 6th Grade
Concert Choir, Region II Intermediate Chorus, 8th Grade
Choir, and 7th and 8th Grade Concert Choir. This evening
gave our chorus students an opportunity to present what
they have been working on for the past few months.
6th Grade Choir sang four pieces: “Shake the Papaya
Down,” “Laudamus Canon,” “Sarasponda,” and “Fight
Song.” This talented group showed how far they have
come since the winter concert. Multiple songs presented
three-part harmony and “Fight Song” featured two soloists.
In January, 13 of our chorus students auditioned for and
were accepted into Region II Intermediate Chorus. For
this spring concert, our Region Chorus members hosted
members from JAMS Middle School Region Cho-
rus. This collaboration featured two songs: “The April
Rainbow” and “Zion’s Walls.”
Following, the 8th grade students performed “On Top
of the World.” This song expressed to the audience how
grateful the 8th grade students are to their friends, family
and school. It also served as a farewell piece after their
three-year commitment to chorus.
To close the evening, 7th and 8th grade choir sang five
pieces: “Didn’t My Lord Deliver Daniel?,” “Inscription
of Hope,” “See You Again,” “Three Little Birds,” and
“Oye.” These songs featured soloists, multiple genres,
three- and four-part harmony, and a singalong! “Oye”
was particularly special because the 6th grade choir
joined in the fun!
Thank you to our administration, custodial staff, pianists,
percussionists, instrumentalists, readers, teachers, and
parents who made this concert possible!
Click here for a slideshow.
Click here for a slideshow,
including video clips on the
last slide.
VOLUME 1, ISSUE 5
Can you think of anything more fun than racing
around a track in a gas-powered go cart? How
about a friendly competition of laser tag? Anyone
up for an intriguing game of Wand Quest? On
Friday, May 7, 2016, the seventh grade students
eagerly boarded busses enroute to the Funplex in
East Hanover, New Jersey.
Despite being a rainy morning, students had a blast
with their friends at the indoor amusement
park. While inside, seventh graders were free to
enjoy unlimited access to rides, games, movies, and
quality time with friends. Teachers and chaperones
were delighted to see our children having fun while
developing friendships and social skills. It is of
course not to be overlooked that many teachers had
an equally great time enjoying all that Funplex had
to offer.
WHAT’S UP AT WOODROW
7th Grade Trip, May 7, 2016
8th Grade Trip, May 13, 2016
Seventh grade teachers and students would also like to
thank all of the parents/guardians who volunteered to
chaperone the Funplex trip. Without your donation of
time, we would not have been able to offer students such
a wonderful experience.
The 8th grade students recently went on an action-
packed class trip to Forest Lodge in Warren, NJ. They
spent the day playing outdoor sports activities such as
volleyball, basketball, ping pong, soccer, softball and
dancing with the DJ. Many students were brave enough
to try the Bungee Run inflatable race!
The purpose of the trip is to spend time with friends in
a stress-free environment which allows for the making
of special middle school memories. The teachers also
participated and joined the playing. Ms. Kelly tested
her soccer skills, Mrs. Magliulo played basketball and
ping pong, Ms. Nilooban danced the “Cotton Eyed
Joe,” and Mr. Nasser was a fierce badminton contend-
er. Mrs. Perlin put her photography skills to use and
acted as our “roving photographer” to document the
fun.
It turned out to be a day of happy faces and tired
kids. That is a success story in our book! Click here for a slideshow.
VOLUME 1, ISSUE 5
On Saturday, May 14, 2016, thirty-eight Woodrow
Wilson students from all three grade levels traveled to
Hackensack to compete at the Junior Academy Model
UN Conference. The entire Model UN team per-
formed with composure and diplomacy and came
away with a smashing victory!
The following students were honored with awards of
distinction:
Verbal Commendations for 8th grader Raghul Ravin-
dranathan and 6th grader Arya Nistane
Honorable Mentions for 8th graders Abijit Rangesh
and Helen Wei
Most impressively, Best Delegate Gavels went to 8th
grader Bairav Swamy and 7th grader Sanjana Yeddula.
High Note Music Festival
WHAT’S UP AT WOODROW
Model UN
On Friday, May 20, 2016, the Wood-
row Wilson Music Department took
the stage at High Note Music Festi-
val. All groups (band, chorus, orches-
tra) performed several pieces from
their spring repertoire for two prestig-
ious judges. These judges awarded all
groups a Superior rating and compli-
mented Woodrow Wilson’s ensemble
on their talent and technique.
After receiving their scores, the music
students were then able to enjoy a
beautiful day at Six Flags Great Adven-
ture! Ms. Jensen, Mr. Fossa and Mrs.
Liu would like to thank all of their
students for their hard work and all of
the chaperones that volunteered to
help on this field trip.
Ms. Nilooban and Mrs. Sedler would like to congratu-
late all who competed and express their profound pride
in the team’s spirit and preparation. Ms. Nilooban
would especially like to thank Mrs. Perlin and Mr.
Wisniewski for their generous assistance on Satur-
day. Go Woodrow!
Click here for a slideshow.
June
3 8th Grade Holocaust Assembly
JPS Coaches Visit 8th Graders—Period 7
8 Student Leadership BBQ, 12:00 PM
10 Library Closes
13 7th Grade Assembly
14 World Yoga Day—6th Grade, Periods 3 and 5
15 Chromebook Collection Day
Houlihan’s Dine-out—see website for details
Student-teacher Softball Game, 3:15 PM
16 Promotion Practice—Periods 1-3
17 8th Grade Dance, 6:30-9:00 PM
Locker Cleanout—downstairs
20 Promotion Practice—Periods 2-5
Locker Cleanout—upstairs
8th Grade Yearbook Signing, 2:00 PM
21 8th Grade Promotion, 9:00-11:00 AM
1:00 PM Dismissal
22 1:00 PM Dismissal—Last Day of School
Upcoming Events
V IS IT OUR WEBSITE :
WWMS
Shining Students
WHAT’S UP AT WOODROW VOLUME 1, ISSUE 5
Follow us: @WWMSEdison or check out the
Twitter feed on our website.
Luisa Schoepf won the “Who’s your favorite
teacher?” essay contest, presented by Dr.
Chung’s office. Luisa and her favorite teacher,
Ms. DeZaio, was awarded a breakfast includ-
ing homeroom students, on May 20, 2016.
Abhiram Potturu came in 3rd place
in the Fighting Competition event at
the 8th Annual Karate Tournament
on May 7, 2016.
The deadline to submit paperwork for participation in WWMS
fall sports is August 1, 2016. Soccer and Cross Country are
the fall sports offered. An email will be sent next week to
6th and 7th grade parents and students.
