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Sleepy Hollow Middle School 2007-2008
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7th Grade
Teacher Attends Space Camp
7th
Grade Science Teacher Mr. Garguilo trained
to be an Astronaut for one week. During the
one week program, Mr. Garguilo participated
in astronaut-style training and simulations,
along with activities designed to promote
life-long learning in a classroom setting.
One teacher reaches hundreds of students;
that's why Honeywell Hometown Solutions
created the Space Academy for Educators
program at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center
in Huntsville, AL. Mr. Garguilo was selected
as one of three hundred educators selected
for the camp this year from seventeen
countries. All lessons and activities are
correlated to National Science and Math
Standards and are ready to use in the
classroom. “The experience reminded me of
why I love science. The enthusiasm for
science will surely have a ripple effect
through the students, other teachers and
administrators.” says Mr. Garguilo.
(Posted 6/18/08)
8th Graders Share Storybooks with 1st
Graders
A
month ago, 8th grade students from Sleepy
Hollow Middle School visited 1st graders
from John Paulding in order to interview the
first graders for an 8th grade storybook
unit. The goal was to survey the 1st
graders' interests, current vocabulary,
types of books they've read, and colors to
appear in the illustrations. Recently, we
went back with our final pieces and shared
the results with the 1st graders.
On Tuesday, June 10th, 8th grade Writers'
Workshop students from Mrs. Setness' class,
Mrs. Linteau's, and Ms. Kula's classes
visited Mrs. Salazar's 1st grade class at
John Paulding, and Mrs. Larsen's Writers'
Workshop class visited Ms. Fradkin's
class on Thursday, June 12th; On June 18th,
Mrs. Emmerich's class visited Mrs. Ferrari's
class to share their hard work, as well.
Mr. Kennedy's Writing Workshop class visited
Ms. Buckley's class on the 18th, sharing
their storybooks with students they had
interviewed during a previous visit. 8th
graders Sarah Alfonso and Amelia Bonvento
shared their books with the entire class,
receiving an enthusiastic response from a
very well-behaved audience!
These were truly wonderful experiences for
all involved! It has been a pleasure
spending time with the first graders, and
we're looking forward to next year's
publications!
(Posted 6/18/08)
Poet
Patricia Smith Visits Sleepy Hollow
Middle School
On Thursday, June 12th, poet Patricia
Smith visited all 7th grade English
classes. Ms. Smith shared her published
work with the students, read aloud her
poetry, and gave students ideas to begin
writing their own poetry with voice,
style, and freedom.
She helped to illustrate the oral
importance of reading poetry aloud, and
she also demonstrated the melodic,
singsong rhythm that poetry offers. Ms.
Smith has written various anthologies of
poetry, and she is currently working on
a young adult fiction text. Thanks to
all that participated!
(Posted 6/12/08)
Sleepy Hollow Middle
School Orchestra, Chorus, and Band
ensembles net three excellent ratings!
Congratulations to the Orchestra,
Chorus, Concert and Band for winning
excellent ratings at the Trills and
Thrills Music Festival, May 30!!! The
Music Department is very proud of your
hard work and dedication!!
(Posted 6/10/08)
Middle School / High
School Summer Reading Lists
Summer reading lists, assignments
reading records have been posted on the
middle and high school websites for your
convenience. Please be sure to follow
the directions that are written at the
bottom of each list depending on which
grade and level of English you will be
taking in September. Have a great
summer and don't forget to do your
summer reading!
Click here for Summer
Reading Lists
Click here for Reading
Records
Middle
School Students Collaborate to Create
Entrance Mural Where the Legend
Begins...!
The new middle school entrance has been
transformed by a
colorful
mural designed and painted by the Sleepy
Hollow seventh and eighth grade students
under the guidance of international
artist Pedro Ospina. Pedro, who is a
Sleepy Hollow High School graduate of
1982, has work with the students of
Sleepy Hollow on two previous school art
projects Totems and Cultural
Mosaic. Born in Bogota, Columbia,
but raised in New York City and the
surrounding area, Pedro received his
academic training in the US and then
traveled to varied apprenticeships with
artists in Wales, Mexico, Brazil and
Columbia. Because he sees the
importance of art and how it can impact
individuals’ lives, Pedro is dedicated
to working extensively in marginalized
communities and in inner city schools.
Delighted to see the new construction
and additions to his alma mater, Pedro
was eager to work with the middle school
students helping them design and paint
their collaborative legend. Pedro
had the students focus on their
villages, culture, future goals and what
they valued as individuals. All the
middle school students participated by
making sketches, refining drawings,
transferring the images onto the wall
and finally painting the entry hall
wall. The final product is a mural of
colorful imagery that helps instill
cultural pride and dignity. The
students are excited about their
creation.
We are extremely grateful to the
Foundation of the Public Schools of the
Tarrytowns and the Art Boosters for
sponsoring Pedro Ospina’s latest Sleepy
Hollow Art Project.
Come and see our Hudson River Town, New York City and all the
many images and dreams of our middle
school students. (Posted
6/8/08)
Oceanographic Trip
This past week has been an exciting one
for our 7th grade science students as
they made three trips to The University
of Connecticut's Project Oceanology
Center in Groton, Connecticut. Our
students boarded the Enviro-Lab III
research vessel on the Thames River and
sailed out into Long Island Sound.
The students set a fishing net in which
they caught sea stars, winter flounders,
lobsters, soft shell and spider crabs,
fluke, sea robins, squid, shrimp, and
windowpanes. Along with studying the
marine life of Long Island Sound, the
students using laboratory skills learned
in class performed many experiments
testing water quality, oxygen and
salinity content, pH, and ocean floor
sediments. The students enjoyed the
experience of working in a floating
classroom and studying the world of
Marine Science.
(Posted
6/4/08)
Eighth Graders Visit
Washington, D.C.
On Wednesday, May 14 through Friday, May 16 , the eighth-grade class at Sleepy Hollow Middle School went
on their annual trip to Washington,
D.C. The students toured Arlington
National Cemetery; the Lincoln,
Washington, and FDR Memorials; the Smithsonian’s Air and Space, Newseum, and Holocaust Museums; and
the Vietnam War, World War II, and
Korean War Memorials.
At the Lincoln Memorial, the students and chaperones viewed
the 10-foot marble statue of Abraham
Lincoln sitting in his chair. At the
Holocaust Museum, the 8th-graders
and chaperones were moved by the images
and videos of the victims of such severe
brutality. At the Vietnam War Memorial,
everyone saw the huge wall with the
engraved names of soldiers who were lost
in the war. At the Air and Space
Museum, the students learned about
NASA’s aircrafts and the history of
aviation. A highlight of our visit to
D.C. was a 4-D movie at the Newseum,
which awed our students with its
realism. Our final night in Washington,
D.C. included a cruise through
Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
Overall, the Washington, D.C. trip was an educational and fun
time for all. The students would like
to thank their chaperones and The
Foundation for helping to make this trip
so successful. (Posted
5/20/08)
Dr. Parens, Holocaust
Survivor, Visits the 8th
Grade
On May 5th, the 8th
grade was privileged with a visit from
Dr. Henri Parens, a child psychiatrist
and Holocaust survivor.
Dr. Parens visited with each team,
discussing his experiences during the
Holocaust and the time he spent in a
relocation camp in France before he
escaped to the United States. The students
also took part in a questions and
answers session with this real life
primary source. Dr. Parens also spoke
about the dangers of prejudice and
bullying. We would like to extend a
very special thank you to Dr. Parens for
taking the time to visit with us and
sharing his harrowing experience. (Posted
5/13/08)

Sleepy Hollow Middle
School Presents
Frankenstein
by Mary Shelley
WASHINGTON IRVING SCHOOL AUDITORIUM
Wednesday, May 7 at 9:00 am &
Thursday May 8 at 12:15 pm and 7:00
pm Evening performance tickets $10
adults, $5 children 4th grade and up.
IBM
Engineers Visit 7th Graders at Sleepy Hollow Middle School
On
Monday, April 14th Scientist from IBM provided all 7th grade science
students with an opportunity to study Superconductivity. Using
liquid nitrogen, the scientist demonstrated the chemical properties
and behavior that takes place on different forms of matter.
The
students were presented with a problem concerning the use of liquid
nitrogen and its affects on a superconductivity plate. Using the
scientific information and laboratory skills learned in class, the
students accepted the challenge and provide many solutions to
enhance the superconductivity process.
The
students found the experience working with the IBM Scientist most
rewarding and challenging. (Posted
4/14/08)
Be a part of
Frankenstein
The Spring Middle
School Play!
WHO: Auditions are open to any Middle School student! 
Frankenstein will be directed by Peter Royston
WHAT: YMCA Theatre, in conjunction with Sleepy Hollow Middle School,
presents FRANKENSTEIN, a theatrical adaptation of Mary Shelley’s
classic HORROR tale about a mad scientist who creates a monster on the
laboratory table. The Creature rises up to confront its creator with the
ultimate question: “Why am I here?” Full of compelling characters,
breathtaking set pieces and special effects, FRANKENSTEIN is an
unforgettable theatrical experience!
WHEN: Auditions: March 18 & 20 after school on the South Side of the
Cafeteria. Rehearsals: start after the SHHS Spring Musical is over.
Performances: _May 7 & 8 (4 performances; 3 daytime, 1 evening).
WHERE: Rehearsals will take place at SHMS, Mondays Tuesdays, Thursdays &
Fridays after school.
(Posted 3/6/08)
Great Sleepy Hollow
Library Reading Contest
In
celebration of National Library Week coming in April, Middle School
students have launched the Great Sleepy Hollow Library Reading Contest.
Seventh and eighth graders will read and review books and submit
entries, hoping to capture the top prize for their English class: a very
"literary" party hosted by the Library. See the special displays of
good books to read in the Library and ask the staff for further
suggestions. Good luck to all and READ ON!!! (Posted 1/23/08)
Professor of Genetics Visits 8th Grade Living Environment
Classes
According to Gillian Berger,“It’s really helpful to get different
perspectives on the issues in genetics.” On Monday, January 7, Ms.
Jackson’s Living Environment classes enjoyed just such a unique
perspective. Guest speaker, Dr. Robert Marion, delivered a lecture that
he usually gives to medical school students. Dr. Marion is a Professor
of Genetics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and the Director
of the Center for Pediatric diagnosis and Development of the Einstein
Medical Center. His very engrossing lecture concerned three US
presidents and a bit of genetic speculation. Dr. Marion led the class
through the steps of differential diagnosis. Dr. Marion was impressed
with the breadth of knowledge displayed by the 8th grade
students, lingering to answer their questions after his talk. “These
kids have a terrific grasp of concepts. This material is tough for my
med students,” he remarked, “I’d really like to come back next year.”
Sophie Parens agrees, ”He should come back next year. Hearing from
someone who works with kids with genetic differences gave me a much
better understanding.” The students always benefit from “real world”
visitors revealing the worth and applications of the material they are
just learning. Great thanks go to Ms. Doran, who was instrumental in
bringing us such a distinguished lecturer.
(Posted 1/21/08)
IBM
Mentor Place Mentoring Program Recruiting 7th Grade Middle School Girls:
IBM Mentor
Place gives students the unique opportunity to communicate online with
an IBM employee. Each student will have weekly interactions with
experienced female scientists and engineers as mentors. These mentors
will be available throughout this academic school year. Only ten
students will be given the opportunity to receive one-on-one online
mentoring. In the exchange of electronic messages, both student and the
IBM e-Mentor are encouraged to work together on online activities and
discuss career interests.Students will not meet with the mentor outside
of class. A teacher appointed by the school will monitor messages
regularly for content. The fulfillment of this commitment, (including
weekly attendance and participation) during this school year will
determine their admission into the IBM EXITE Camp starting July 28th
until August 1st, 2008. For more information email DBenedict@tufsd.org
or Ms. Sandy Ocasio, CSI Director
socasio@tufsd.org. (Posted 1/17/08)
Dear Parents of Sixth and Seventh Graders,
Due to Mr.
Borsari's impending departure from Sleepy Hollow Middle School, we are
in the process of searching for his replacement for the 2008-2009 school
year. We are most interested in your input which will be very useful
during the selection process for the new principal.
Please take
a few moments to complete this survey using one of the links below, no
later than Friday, January 25, 2008.
Thank you.
Sleepy Hollow Middle School - Principal Search Survey - English
Sleepy Hollow Middle School - Busqueda Director Enquesta - Espanol
Eighth Graders Visit Sagamore Hill and the Dolan DNA
Center
The eighth grade classes of Sleepy Hollow Middle School
recently enjoyed a full-day field trip to Long Island to visit Sag amore Hill, President Theodore Roosevelt’s home, and the
Dolan DNA Center, a world-renowned center for genetics research. At
Sagamore Hill, students walked through the 26th President’s
home, which is preserved as it was during his residency from 1887 to
1919. The visit to the Sagamore Hill Museum gave students a glimpse
into TR’s life before, during, and after his presidency. The experience
at the Dolan DNA Center offered our eighth grade students an opportunity
to experiment in the wonderful world of molecular biology in a genuine
laboratory. Students genetically engineered bacteria with the GFP
(Green Fluorescent Protein) gene for bioluminescence. A great time was
had by all. A special thank you to Ms. Virginia Jackson for organizing
the trip for the entire grade and to Mr. Cy Hughes for his assistance in
transportation! (Posted 12/19/07)
7th Grade Students
Adopt the 64th Armored Unit!
Students from the 7th
grade Red Hot Legendz Team collected and prepared four care packages to
be sent to the 64th Armored Unit of the 3rd
Infantry Division, currently stationed in Iraq. Additionally, the
students created holiday cards, postcards, and some wrote letters to
help maintain or boost the spirits of our American servicemen and women
during this holiday season. A plethora of items were donated to help
benefit the 64th who is at the forefront of the Iraqi War. A big thank
you is extended to all the students and parents who helped make this a
successful endeavor. This event proved to be extremely valuable to the
students who really showed the true meaning of the holiday season. Go
Red Hot Legendz!!
(Posted
12/3/2007)
8th Graders Visit
Ellis Island
Last week, the 8th
grade class took a trip to Ellis Island as a culmination of their study
on Immigration. Even though the weather was cold and rainy, the
students still had a great time. After completing a scavenger hunt
which took them through the Great Hall, Reception areas, Baggage Room,
Dormitory, and Medical Ward, a number of children were even able to find
relatives on the Wall of Honor. (Posted
11/28/2007)
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