The Champs dancing at Emma Idol
Day 2 of Emma Idol saw “Steph and Mak” square off against “The Champs” in a fun dance competition. You can see the video on our videos page. Update on day 1, Zoe was the winner with her excellent poetry reading. Way to go Zoe! We will see you back for the next round. Video from day 1 is still available for review on the video page.
This week’s Morning Reports inspirational speech came in the form of a performance to recognize Black History Month. The HIPnotics, Twelve Tones, JSG, and BHA performed “Progression of the Times,” an original piece by resident faculty Stacey Serrette. Check it out on our Videos Page.
Agnes shows off her laid back j-bar style
Last month we went tubing at Gore. This month, time to ski. 22 students, Mr. Barry, and Mr. McCorkle made the trip to Gore Mountain on a cold February morning for some skiing. The wind chill was below zero but our intrepid skiers ventured to every corner of the mountain and a good time was had by all. Best of all we hatched nine newcomers to the sport. We are talking about another trip sometime this spring. If you are interested please send an email to Mr. McCorkle.
The Emma beginners take to the hill
Thursday evening, a group of young women studying to become engineers at RPI came to visit us on Mt. Ida. A discussion panel was held in which they were introduced and asked questions about women in the career field of engineering. Following the panel, a dinner was held in Lyon Remington in which Emma students were given the opportunity to speak with these delightful and intelligent women over a lovely meal. Much was learned and enjoyed by the students who attended this event. The students learned that although engineering is very much a male-dominated field, the percentage of women engineers has risen significantly over the years. However, it still has quite a way to go. Hopefully, Emma students who attended can now say they will at least consider or research engineering in order to perhaps pursue it as a career.
Submitted by: Carole ‘11
On Saturday, February 6, Emma Willard’s Science Olympiad team experienced their best time of glory. Even though everyone was tired due to the fantastic RAVE the night before, the team of 24 girls left early in the morning to attend the competition, which took place at St. Rose College. These scientists participated in one event after another and had fun spending a day in the science world. During the closing ceremony, everyone was not only nervous but also excited about the result. And good news! This year, they won the Spirit Award again. Also, six of the team members got medals. Congratulations!
Submitted by Sherry’11
On Friday evening, February 5, Emma girls started off the first weekend of the spring semester with a highly anticipated event—the Rave! Hosted by the Proctors, the Rave is a techno dance party attended only by Emma students. Girls dressed in white shirts and neon leggings could be found dancing like crazy in Kiggins with their friends. A fun night was had by all!
Submitted by Hannah ‘11
It is February at Emma Willard. It’s cold, there is not much light,people get glum sometimes, it is time for Emma Idol to take us to a better place. Day one performances included an excellent poetry reading by Zoe and a fine performance of “Imagine” on piano by Jen. You can check it out on our video page. The next set of performances will be dance with singing to follow.
The science department celebrated National Chemistry Month with a unique project. It was not a packet of calculations or anything like that, but a chance for students to put their creativity to use. Each student drew a number out of a beaker and was assigned the element to which the number corresponded. Students were given paper told to represent their element as a gargoyle—in honor of the little creatures that decorate the cornices of the older buildings on campus and in honor of science. This completed artwork is now the periodic table which decorates the hallway leading up into the chemistry wing.
Intermediate Ballet dances to a piece by Jean-Baptiste Lully.
Wednesday’s dance assembly at Emma Willard featured performances by the ballet, contemporary, and jazz classes, as well as the Emma Willard Dance Company. Click here to view videos of the performances.
–Lydia ‘12
Stephanie and Mac showing off their dance moves
Emma Idol is back! This week, Emma Willard proctors are holding auditions for students who want to show off their talents whether it be singing, dancing, or the very mysterious “miscellaneous” category. The auditions are being held in Lyon Remington during lunch time and there is still time to try out with Thursday: Singing and Friday: Miscellaneous. After this week, Emma Idol will begin on February 8th. So get excited for another amazing Emma Idol!
Submitted by Meryll ‘11
