<lst>Send your organization's announcement to The Loudoun Connection, 7913 Westpark Drive, McLean, VA 22102, e-mail to loudoun@connectionnewspapers.com or fax to 703-917-0991. Deadline is two weeks before publication. Photos/artwork encouraged. Questions? Call Michael O'Connell at 703-917-6449.
St. John Bosco High School, a private college preparatory school in Leesburg started by Catholic parents, is accepting applications for the fall for grades 9 through 12. Two merit scholarships are available. Its future sister school, Our Lady Help of Christians Academy, is also accepting applications for consideration of students wishing to attend grades 6 through 8 this fall. Only 15 students will be accepted in each of the schools. Homeschooled children are invited to take individual courses in the classical program which stresses literature, fine art and music, science and math, to supplement their home studies. For immediate consideration, call 703-777-8590.
The Growing Stage's summer camp offerings for 2002, begins with Creative Drama Camps for rising kindergarten through third grade, two and three-week theater workshops for third through ninth grade. Third and fourth graders can participate in "The Emperor's New Clothes," fifth and sixth graders will be performing a musical version of "Alice in Wonderland", and seventh through ninth graders are eligible for "Schoolhouse Rock Live!" In addition, a tech theater camp and performance workshop for high school teens is offered. Call the office at 540-338-5367 for more information. Registration will continue until all camps are filled.
Park View High School Class of 1982 will have its 20-year reunion at the Hyatt Dulles on Saturday, Aug. 17. For additional information and tickets visit their web site at parkview82alumni@aol.com or call Lisa Scheffel Keesling at 540-955-1878.
High School seniors in Northern Virginia interested in pursuing college degrees and careers in education can apply for a new scholarship: Sallie Mae/Brandon Teacher Scholarship. Four scholarships for $1,000 each will be awarded. Eligible candidates must live in the 11th congressional district, and have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher. For rules and information go to www.wiredscholar.com.
Franklin Park seeks experienced part-time instructors for spring and summer pre-school, elementary, intermediate, and high school children in the following categories: nature/outdoor activities, arts, crafts, horticulture/gardening, water gardens, softball, soccer, cheer-leading, volleyball, fishing, in-line hockey, kayaking, roller-blading and camping. Call 540-338-7603.
Introducing a progressive educational program for children 2-4 years old beginning September 2002 in Sterling. "A Classroom of Self Discovery" is a learning program for preschool children providing an appropriately free environment for a child to engage in imaginative play and uncover their creative genius The curriculum brings together artistic, academic and practical applications to learning, emphasizing the whole child. In this learning environment, the inner life of a child is explored through creative expression, imagination, storytelling and physical fitness. Limited enrollment available. Call for further inquiry or to schedule an informational interview at 703-406-6199 or 703-450-5456.
The Loudoun County School board has kicked off its LEF Knowledge Endowment Campaign, which raises funds to create exceptional learning opportunities for Loudoun's public school students. The program is designed to channel community resources to students and teachers and support projects that excite children's curiosity and enhance the quality of Loudoun County Public Schools. Contributions to a particular school or program can be made via the United Way or the Consolidated Federal Campaign using the designation "Agency No. 8491."
The Multicultural Club of Stone Bridge High School awarded a $50 prize to first place winners in a multi-school talent competition. The schools represented included Stone Bridge, Potomac Falls, Park View and Herndon high schools. The first place winners were: in the vocals category, Thao Ngo; in the belly/desi category: Southeast Asian Dance Group; in the various talent category: Vaughan Alvarez; in the step/break category: Herndon High School. Profits from the show went towards a scholarship fund for college-bound Stone Bridge students.
The American Legion Leonard W. Kidd Memorial Post 2001 in Ashburn is sending 10 boys to Boys State of Virginia. Boys State is an intensive, one-week program in state and local government. The 10 boys selected were nominated by their high school and interviewed by members of Post 2001. To be nominated, a boy had to have a minimum of a 3.0 grade point average and be active in extracurricular activities in the school as well as in community service.
The following is a list of boys chosen from each high school:
Broad Run High School-Marco A. Chavez of Ashburn sponsored by the Broad Run PTSO, Eric Glueckert of Ashburn sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O'Brien of Potomac Falls, Sagar Momin of South Riding sponsored by St. Theresa Catholic Church of Ashburn, Robert A. Muir of Ashburn sponsored by Andrews Community Investment Corp., Ryan M. Scofield of Ashburn, sponsored by Door and Hardware Institute.
Stone Bridge High School: Andrew N. Archut of Ashburn sponsored by Myles Ambrose of Leesburg and Savantage, Nicholas J Marchio of Ashburn sponsored by Moriarty Associates, John D. Smith of Ashburn sponsored by Meadow Farms, Michael J. Taylor of Leesburg sponsored by A. B. Floyd Enterprises.
Bishop O'Connell High School: Matthew Klopfer of Fairfax sponsored by the Col. Cunningham Division, Ancient Order of Hibernians.
Beth Bartalot of Broad Run has been named to the Distinguished Faculty Honors List for the Spring 2002 semester at the College of Charleston. Faculty honors are awarded to students enrolled in at least 14 credit hours who have maintained a grade point ratio of between 3.6 and 3.79.
Sarah Dawson of Ashburn has been named to the Distinguished Faculty Honors List for the Spring 2002 semester at the College of Charleston. Faculty honors are awarded to students enrolled in at least 14 credit hours who have maintained a grade point ratio of between 3.6 and 3.79.
Angela Christine Roth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Roth of Sterling, has been selected by Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg for "Honors Admission" for the fall of 2002. Roth is a 2002 graduate of Potomac Falls High School.
Kenneth Daniel Richkus of Sterling recently graduated from Louisiana State University Graduate School with a Doctorate degree.