Larchmont Chronicle
JULY 2022
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Ventriloquist to ping pong were on display at ‘Got Talent’ show
By Vivian Gueler Summer fun was off to an early start at Third Street Elementary with students taking the stage for this year’s “Third Street’s Got Talent” show. Dance, song, piano, ping pong, art, basketball and lacrosse skills and ventriloquism were featured at the talent show, which took place last month on campus with parents, faculty and fellow students in attendance. LAUSD District 4 Board Member Nick Melvoin helped kick off the show by warming up the audience with magic tricks. Parent organizer of the event, Sarah Frank Meltzer, explained: “After all of the disruptions and disconnection due to Covid these last couple of years, it felt especially meaningful to gather as a school community to cele-
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brate all these kids supporting each other and sharing a piece of themselves on stage.” Event judges were Sophie Pierce of Sophie Dance, Third Street Principal Daniel Kim, beloved 4th grade teacher Ms. Won, and departing kinder aide Ms. Rosie. They bestowed the winning awards to the following students: Nikka Gueler: Viral Star Award for ventriloquism. Minhee Kim: From the Heart Award for song, “The Rose,” by Olivia Rodrigo. Pritchette Herbert and Philo Shaw: Best Group / Duo Performance Award for their rock performance of the Rolling Stones’ “Start Me Up.” Lily Ouyang: Most Unique Award for her exceptional ability at ping pong. Prizes included gift certificates from local Larchmont Boulevard businesses Burg-
BANDMATES Pritchette Herbert and Philo Shaw perform.
SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER Nick Melvoin had a few magic tricks up his sleeve.
er Lounge, Center For Yoga, Rothy’s, Rhodes School of Music and Jeni’s Ice Cream. A great time was had by all!
CONTESTANT Avery Kim.
VENTRILOQUIST Nikka Gueler with Mr. A (Armando).
