Central Visual & Performing Arts High School

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October 12, 2015

Volume 4, Issue 4

Prudential Spirit of Community Award

Are there students at Central who are making a difference through volunteer service? Have you participated in community

service activities over the past year? To recognize these contributions, please apply for a 2016 Prudential Spirit of

Community Award. The website is http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit. Must be submitted by November 3rd.

Eagle Activities:

Visit www.centralvpa.com for additional CVPA news!

As your contact information (email, phone number, address) changes, please contact the school and keep us updated!

Eagle Shout-Outs:

Congrats to Students & Staff of the Month

Congratulations to the latest winners of this special honor chosen by both the faculty and the students:

Congrats to senior, Danya Peete; junior, Chelsey Smith; sophomore, Julianne Stovall; and

freshman, Kevin Green! HUGE shout-out to

secretary and jack of all trades, Ms. Thomas, for

being recognized as Staff of the Month :)

Jazz St. Louis Performance at Central

At the end of last month, Central students were treated to a special 20th Anniversary Salute by Jazz St. Louis. The intimate performance took place in the theatre, with students sitting directly on stage with the musicians. A few lucky student musicians

were even asked to perform with the pros!

CVPA Spirit Wear FOR SALE

In anticipation of Spirit Week, we have a variety of CVPA t-shirts and hoodies on sale. Order forms are available in the main office and in Mr. Williams’s room, 314. Order forms and money are due at the end of this week, so get shopping!

A Word from Our Principal:

Dr. Kacy Seals

Our students have been practicing for a performance in remembrance of Maya Angelou and her poem entitled,

“Still I Rise.” This poem is sentimental and special in many ways. It is the representation of the courage and strength

that our young people demonstrate daily. It is the metaphor for their own personal journeys. The challenges that our young people face are stepping stones for what

the future holds for them. Encouraging and supporting our young people to rise in the midst of challenges is our

charge. The CVPA staff is committed to serving our young people by pushing them beyond their limits academically

and socially. We thank you for trusting us in helping to shape and mold your young person: one student at a time.

(Excerpt from “Still I Rise” by Maya Angelou)

Out of the huts of history's shame I rise

Up from a past that's rooted in pain I rise

I'm a black ocean, leaping and wide, Welling and swelling I bear in the tide.

Leaving behind nights of terror and fear I rise

Into a daybreak that's wondrously clear I rise

Bringing the gifts that my ancestors gave, I am the dream and the hope of the slave.

I rise I rise I rise.

Central Artists at Shaw Art Fair

For many years, CVPA visual artists have taken part in the

historic Shaw Art Fair. Mr. Perry and his students

have a booth and sell original artwork. For the last few years, the entry gates to

the fair have also been designed and created by

Central artists. This year, the Visual Artists were joined by their peers from the

Drama and Instrumental Music departments. CVPA musicians

entertained fair goers on the

main stage, and theater students

created live versions of

famous works of art. It was

exciting to see so many talented

Eagles representing our school pride in

the community!

CVPA Students Star in Coca’s wUNDERland

Congrats to Advanced Dancers, junior, Joshua Hall and freshman, Charlie Anderson for their leading

roles in COCA’s original performance of wUNDERland, a

modern retelling of Alice in Wonderland.

Joshua played the Redd King, and Charlie was the Mad Hatter in

eight hip-hop-filled performances. So

proud to have two of our own in such an

impressively entertaining show.

National Portfolio Day for Aspiring Artists

National Portfolio Day is an event specifically for visual artists. It’s an opportunity for those who wish to pursue an education in the

visual and related arts to meet with representatives from colleges. Reps will be available to review artwork, discuss

programs, and answer questions about art careers. The date for St. Louis is October 25th. www.portfolioday.net

Story Stitchers Teen Council Applications

Stitchers Teen Council is a select group of highly engaged high school students that work with artists to realize the non-profit’s

mission. Activities include grant writing, service projects, creative writing and art making, planning and participating in themed dis-cussions, rehearsing ,performing and documentary work. Apply

to join at www.storystitchers.org - Deadline is November 1st.

NHS Visits Rams Training Facility

Members of the CVPA National Honor Society

visited the Rams Training Facility to learn about hosting a blood drive. The first CVPA

blood drive of the year will be Friday, October

23rd. Students, teachers, and parents

are encouraged to donate. Please email

Ms. Blankenmeyer with any questions.

Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Meeting Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at 6:00pm.

We will be discussing the school calendar including officer elections, fundraisers and events. Time commitments and responsibilities vary greatly, there are roles to fit all talents,

interests and abilities. Refreshments will be provided!R.S.V.P. to Sherri.Reed-Parker@slps.org by 10/28.