Lise's Lens: January 25, 2024
I am going into the mod break thinking about rock/pop, our winter wilderness adventurers, and a fascinating book I've been reading.
WHAT I’M READING
- I am completely caught up in a novel by Alexandra Lapierre called Belle Greene. Here is what I will share: Belle was living at a time where, as a Black woman, she couldn’t have held the position she had as JP Morgan’s private librarian (at that time, collecting rare books was one way that the uber rich would “One up” each other). This is a novel about Belle’s courage, her daring moves both socially and in the world of acquisition… and a lot more. I’m almost at the end of the book but it’s kept a tight hold on me. Apparently there will be an opportunity to learn more about her and visit the JP Morgan library in NYC this Spring… I’m booking a trip!
WHAT I’M THINKING/TALKING ABOUT
- I am thinking about our students and faculty headed into the White Mountains of New Hampshire for the 2024 Winter Wilderness Trip over the break. From today through Saturday, students will snowshoe through the mountains, spending their nights in AMC backcountry huts. Hiking through the cold isn’t for everyone, but every year, the kids come back raving about the experiences. There’s just something so re-energizing and healing about being outside in the fresh air of nature with friends, exercising your body — without cell service! I wish them an amazing (and safe!) experience.
WHAT I'M WATCHING/LISTENING TO
- Wow. I was blown away by the talent on display at this week’s Rock/Pop tribute to Queen. As usual, this was not your average high school music performance. The caliber of the production from the lighting to the sound to the technical prowess of the musicians was top notch and I am so proud of all involved. More than that, I had FUN. What a great, feel-good way to close out the mod. Bravo!
WHAT CAUGHT MY EYE
At our Winter Boarding Dinner last weekend, students got the chance to decorate their own sustainable grocery bags. Check out this incredible sampling of designs!
Campus News
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Photography Teacher Anne Rearick Releases New Book
Photography Teacher Anne Rearick has release a new book of photograpy, Gure Bazterrrak (Our Land). Published by the Deadbeat Club Press, the book will begin shipping this winter and will be available during Paris Photo at Polycopies, Porte de Solférino.Read More -
Anny '28 Wins International Film Awards
Read MoreThis past summer, Anny ’28, worked as executive director and cinematographer for two documentary films titled Shaolin Youth and Confined, earning multiple international awards for her efforts.Anny, a boarding student from China, spent her summer filming Shaolin Youth in the Shaolin Temple, a thousand-year-old temple, where she focused on different groups of Chinese teenagers, showcasing China's special martial arts program and the impact it can have on the growth of teenagers from low-income families. The film focuses on the stories of underserved families and troubled teenagers in rural China who are hoping to change their fate by learning martial arts, showing the dedication and love these teenagers have toward martial arts, and the influence martial arts can have on a person's growth. -
CSW Welcomes Students from Panama
Read MoreLast week CSW welcomed 12 students from C.A.D.I. Bilingual Academy in Panama, where our students spent some time during the mod abroad trip to Panama in mod 5 last school year! They were joined by C.A.D.I.'s Director and administrators. During their visit from October 17-21, 2024, they stayed with CSW host families and attended classes with student ambassadors. -
Mod Break Wilderness Trips are Back!
Read MoreMod break Wilderness Trips are back in action with the first one taking students to the White Mountains! During the 3-day trip, students were split up into two groups based on student preference. The introductory group made its foray into the Kinsman Mountains with History and English teacher/Wilderness Trip Guide Aidan Wang, while the advanced group tackled Mt. Garfield with Science teacher and longtime Wilderness Trip Guide Kevin Smith.
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