The soccer field is, in many ways, the heart of campus. In addition to being located in the center of our school, it is used constantly by everyone from the Haitian amputee soccer team, to local children’s leagues, to our own elementary and PE students every period of the school day. Special events like the student-teacher flag football game, family picnic, Christmas bazaar, and sports day also take place on the field.
This year the field is undergoing renovation. Due to near-constant use, the grass died and the field became either a dust storm or mud pit. Some very generous donations have allowed our school to install an artificial turf. This spring, we have all watched the process as topsoil was removed, the field was leveled, drainage systems were created, and sand and gravel were added.
The field surface came out of customs just last week, and soon a volunteer team will arrive to do final installations. We are looking forward to hosting a “grand opening” of the new field in the next month.
Removing topsoil and levelling the field
The kids were fascinated by the machines
The container comes out of customs!
Unpacking the field and its components
Surveyors work on drainage and levelling issues
Thanks to Ruth Hersey for documenting the process.
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This is the third and final report on Quisqueya’s high school trip to Washington, DC during the first week of April. At the end of the trip, the kids visited four Smithsonian museums (Air & Space, Natural History, American History, and the National Gallery of Art). They shopped in the Georgetown neighborhood and enjoyed the gorgeous spring blooms.
We are grateful for safe travel, a unified group of students with great attitudes, and a week of meaningful experiences.
Tulips and cherry blossoms galore
Outside the National Archives
Monet's gardens at the National Gallery of Art
Silly hats
Riding the Metro
Not used to cold weather!
We look forward to the DC trip 2013, coming next spring! Applications, cost, and trip date information will be available the first week of the 2012-2013 school year.
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In the middle of the Washington, DC trip the group visited the National Zoo, Arlington National Cemetery, and Mount Vernon. At the National Zoo, the kids’ favorite exhibits were the pandas, the primates, the insects, the elephants, and the lions. At Arlington, the group attended the hourly changing of the guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, which houses the remains of one unidentified soldier from each US military conflict. Later we visited the eternal flame on the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy. Finally, the group traveled to southern Virginia to the estate and grounds of George Washington. The best part was touring the actual mansion, which is restored to its original condition.
The National Zoo is known for its rare giant pandas.
Inside the primate house
Leader of the pride
The Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery preparing for Easter services
Mount Vernon, home of George Washington
Part 3 coming tomorrow!
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During the first week of April, 13 Quisqueya high school students traveled to Washington, DC with Mr. and Mrs. Kilpatrick to learn about American history and government. During the first few days, highlights included visiting the White House, the Holocaust museum, the National Mall (home of the Washington, Lincoln, Vietnam, and WWII memorials), the Library of Congress, the Supreme Court, and the US Capitol. The group also enjoyed learning how to ride the Metro and how to order Mexican food! The weather was chilly but clear, and the Cherry Blossom Festival was in full swing.
WWII Memorial and Washington Monument
Vietnam Wall
Lincoln Memorial
Viewing the Gutenberg Bible at the Library of Congress
On the steps of the Supreme Court
Original Senate chamber at the US Capitol
Introducing Haitians to Mexican food
Part 2 coming tomorrow!
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This past Tuesday, the sophomore class served at Village Espoir orphanage. In particular, they spent the majority of the day with the 25 children of Hope Home, a special area for disabled children.
Feeding the children breakfast
Students participating in a sensory deprivation simulation
The children loved being pushed on the merry-go-round
Gabby and Melinda loved playing with this one young girl
Anna helping one boy back into his wheelchair
Ashley comforting a little boy near the playground
Raphael helped one boy learn to use a machine to indicate his needs
Randolph helped this girl learn to stretch her hand, which was damaged by a stroke
Mrs. Bataille guiding a child through the obstacle course
Valerie helping the children assembled Easter bunny baskets
Sam leading the 10th grade in singing at the orphanage
The kids loved the singing time!
Great enthusiasm while singing
Quisqueya Class of 2014
We are so grateful to Mrs. Bataille, our service coordinator, for arranging this incredibly meaningful day. The sophomores displayed great courage and compassion in reaching out to these very special kids. We are already planning our next trip.
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Coach Livingston prepares the team
The Quisqueya community has been excited about the recent addition of a women’s volleyball team. As the Lady Eagles continue their first season, we wish them luck and continued success.
Lady Eagles huddle up
Christina passes to the front row
Taressa tips the ball over the net
Teammates
Natasha bumps the ball to Naomi
Thank you to Coach Livingston and Coach Epley for your hard work. Go Lady Eagles!
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This week, the fifth graders put on a science fair under the leadership of Mrs. Davis. The fair was held in the chapel and guests were invited to come view the students’ final projects.
The winning project by Kyle Edgerton
Kyle’s winning project included an exploration of the effect of acids on real human teeth!
Judges included Quisqueya’s guidance counselor Mrs. Pruitt and physics teacher Mr. Meadth.
A catapult!
Proud of their hard work
We are proud of the 5th graders and hope their interest in science only continues to grow.
Posted 3 months, 1 week ago at 9:55 am. Add a comment
We are excited to celebrate with:
Axel Jadotte, accepted to the University of Cardiff (Wales)
and Christina Chavenet, accepted to Baylor University
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We are delighted to celebrate the following recent college acceptances by our senior class:
Israel Dartiguenave – University of Virginia, Penn State, Northwood University, University of Michigan
Leira Fombrun – Florida International University
Laura Fosnaugh – Olivet Nazarene College, Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Indiana Wesleyan University
Annabelle Malvoisin – University of Prince Edward Island
Kevin Renois – Baylor University
Taressa VanDam – Calvin College
The senior class is awaiting results from hundreds more applications, and we happily anticipate many more acceptance letters. Mrs. Pruitt, our new guidance counselor, has done an excellent job coaching the 12th grade through the process. She has led both the junior and sophomores classes in college-readiness activities in the first month of this new semester.
Posted 3 months, 2 weeks ago at 10:57 am. Add a comment
The men’s soccer team has been hard at work practicing this fall.
Coach Mantz watches over the game.
The Eagles are giving their all and playing hard.
The team poses for a group shot.
Celebrating after their most recent game, a 10-0 victory.
Throwing up the eagle sign! Go QCS!
The school is preparing for a big game this Wednesday at 3:30 against our crosstown rival, Union. Come support the team!
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