2014-2015 Laurel School Calendar

L AU R E L E V E R Y DAY The 2014-2015 Laurel School Calendar

SHA KER HEIG HTS, OH I est. 1896

118 years of knowing girls.

Calendar Abbreviations: US–Upper School, MS–Middle School, P–Primary School, PS–Preschool, PK–Prekindergarten, K–Kindergarten, ASL–After School at Laurel, CRG–Center for Research on Girls, LSPA–Laurel School Parents Association, L.A.B.–Laurel at Butler. School Days at Laurel are Admission Office events. For a schedule of athletic contests, please visit the Laurel website LaurelSchool.org/Athletics

est . 1896 THE LAUREL MISSION:

To inspire each girl to fulďŹ ll her promise and to better the world.

“Laurel allows hundreds of vastly different girls to come together and form a connected, honest, and intimate community.”

- HANNAH LAUSTER ’16

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8:00 am-Noon Green Key Training (8/11-12)

8:00 am-Noon Green Key Training

5:00 pm US Leadership Workshop

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Faculty Returns Grades 9 & 12 Retreats (8/18-8/19)

Grades 9 & 12 Retreats 1:00-3:00 pm Primary Parent Drop-In 3:00-4:30 pm All Grade 5 & New Grades 6, 7, 8 Family Orientation Lyman Campus

8:00-10:00 am Primary Parent Drop-In 9:00-11:30 am Grade 9 Student Orientation 10:30 am-2:45 pm New US Student Orientation and Library and Tech Training

7:00 pm “Music with a Mission” Concert at Butler Campus

8:30 am LSPA Executive Board, Room Parent & Committee Chair Orientation Breakfast 5:30-7:00 pm Primary Family Kick-Off at Butler Campus

8:00 -11:00 am LSPA Used School & PE Uniform Sale

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FIRST DAY OF CLASSES FOR GRADES 1-12 After School Supervised Play and MS Den Begin MS Fall Sport Practices Begin 8:00 am LSPA Welcome Coffee for all Parents

10:00 am Popsicles on the Playground for Preschool and Prekindergarten 5:15 pm MS Fall Athletics Parent Meeting at Lyman Campus

FIRST DAY OF CLASSES FOR KINDERGARTEN Grade 6 Hiram House Trip (8/27-8/29)

Grade 6 Hiram House Trip

Grade 6 Hiram House Trip

MS Homework-Free Weekend

9:00 am-Noon Grades 3-7 New Student Math Orientation

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Labor Day No Classes Building Closed

FIRST DAY OF CLASSES FOR PRE-PRIMARY ALL-School Convocation (Formal Uniform) 7:00 pm Parent/Student One-to-One Orientation (Focus on Grades 5 & 6)

7:00 pm Senior Parent College Night

8:15 am US Parent Coffee

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Pre-Primary Full Day Begins After School at Laurel Classes Begin for Pre-Primary through Grade 8

7:00 pm Parent/Student One-to-One Orientation (Focus on Grades 7-12)

Grades 7 & 8 Class Trips (9/10-9/12) 8:15 am Grade 5 Parent Coffee 6:30 pm Primary Parents’ Night

Grades 7 & 8 Class Trips 8:15 am Kindergarten Parent Coffee

Grades 7 & 8 Class Trips

Laurel Races for the Cure

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Grade 8 Nation Creation (9/15-9/19) 8:30 am LSPA General Meeting

Grade 8 Nation Creation

Grade 8 Nation Creation 8:15 am Grades 1 & 2 Parent Coffee

Grade 8 Nation Creation 6:30 pm US Parents’ Night

Grade 8 Nation Creation LSPA Picture Day for All Students 7:00 pm “Music with a Mission” Concert at Butler Campus

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1:00-4:00 pm STEAM InKNOWvation Festival

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6:30 pm MS Parents’ Night

Rosh Hashanah Begins at Sundown

Rosh Hashanah No Classes Building Closed

Rosh Hashanah Classes in Session

Sarah Lyman Day of Community Service for Alumnae MS Homework-Free Weekend Delegation from China Arrives

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Delegation from China

Grade 2 Native American Week (9/29-10/4) Delegation from China

Grade 2 Native American Week Delegation from China 7:00 pm Grade 11 Parent College Night

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“Laurel girls are amazing problem solvers.”

- LAUREL ALUM

“Laurel students are taught to be resilient and face challenges with confidence - an attribute that will surely be beneficial in years to come.”

- KATA LAMB ’16

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Grade 2 Native American Week Delegation from China 8:15 am Grades 3 & 4 Parent Coffee 7:00 pm Parent-to-Parent for Parents of Children of Color

Grade 2 Native American Week Delegation from China 8:15 am US Parent Coffee

Yom Kippur Begins at Sundown Grade 2 Native American Week Delegation from China

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7:00 pm Parent-to-Parent for Parents of Children with Learning Differences

8:15 pm Grade 6 Parent Coffee

7:00 pm Equity and Inclusion Film Series

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Columbus Day No Classes Building Closed

No Classes for Pre-Primary and Primary (Parent Conferences) 8:15 am MS Room Parent Meeting

Grades 9-11 PSAT Exam 8:15 am Grade 7 Parent Coffee 7:00 pm Parent-to-Parent for Families Formed through Adoption

8:45 am Pre-Primary Parent Coffee 7:00 pm Grade 10 Parent College Night

8:00 am-3:00 pm Bring Your Friend to School Day (K-Grade 7) and US Visitation Day (Grades 9-12) 4:00 -6:00 pm CCIS Seventh and Eighth Grade Social at Hawken Lower School

ISEE Testing for Prospective Students 10:00-11:30 am Pre-Primary Outdoor Preview

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LSPA Picture Retake Day

8:15 am Grade 8 Parent Coffee 5:30 pm Grades 3 & 4 Workshop

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10:00-11:30 am Math-In-Focus Parent University for Primary and MS Parents

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MS Swimming Begins 7:00 pm CRG Parent Forum/ LSPA General Meeting

6:00 pm MS Swimming Parent Meeting at Lower University School

6:00 pm US Swimming and Basketball Parent Meeting at Lyman 6:30-8:00 pm Math-In-Focus Parent University for Primary and MS Parents

Halloween US Basketball Begins 2:00 pm Primary Halloween Parade

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Daylight Savings Time Ends 1:00-3:00 pm All School Open House at Lyman and Butler Campuses

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No Classes for MS & US (Parent Conferences) 7:45 am-3:30 pm LSPA Book Fair

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7:45 am-3:30 pm LSPA Book Fair (11/5-11/7) 7:00 pm Alumnae/Senior Class Dinner

7:45 am-3:30 pm LSPA Book Fair

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8:45-11:00 am MS Preview for Prospective Families

8:30-10:00 am Primary School Drop-In for Prospective Parents

Veterans Day 7:00-8:00 pm How to Finance a Laurel Education for Prospective Parents

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10:00-11:30 am Pre-Primary Outdoor Preview 5:00 pm Adult Evening of Adventure and Kids’ Night Out at Butler

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3:00 pm Equity and Inclusion Film Series

MS Basketball Begins

5:15 pm MS Basketball Parent Meeting at Lyman Campus 7:00-9:00 pm Grade 9 Preview for Grade 8 Families

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No After School at Laurel Classes

Thanksgiving Assembly (Formal Uniform) No After School at Laurel Classes

Thanksgiving Holiday No Classes Building Closed (11/26-11/28)

Thanksgiving Holiday No Classes Building Closed

Thanksgiving Holiday No Classes Building Closed

MS Homework-Free Weekend

“Girls are often taught to believe that they may not achieve as much as a boy, but Laurel is here to prove anyone who says that wrong.”

- JAZLYNN BAKER ’16

“The environment is warm and nurturing, but the education provokes, challenges and questions, helping girls stretch their boundaries to their limits. Thank you Laurel School.�

- LAUREL PARENT

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1:30 pm Primary Winter Celebration

9:00 am Primary Winter Celebration

10:00 am-5:00 pm Artisan Bazaar

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2:00 pm MS Performing Arts Celebration

US Exams & Rehearsals (12/12-12/18) 8:30-10:00 am Primary School Drop-In for Prospective Families 7:00 pm Equity and Inclusion Film Series

8:00 am Junior Chapel and Reception (US Formal Uniform) 7:00-8:30 pm Grade 5 Preview for Grade 4 Parents

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11:00 am-4:00 pm Artisan Bazaar

Bodhi Day 9:30-10:30 am Pre-Primary Drop-In for Prospective Families

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Hanukkah Begins at Sundown US Exams & Rehearsals Music Academy Recital: 5:00 pm Pre-Primary-Grade 4 7:00 pm Grade 5-12

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US Exams & Rehearsals 9:00 am All-School Snowflake Assembly (Formal Uniform) 7:00 pm US Winter Concert

No Classes for Pre-Primary, Primary & Grades 5-7 11:30 am Alumnae Holiday Luncheon 1:00 pm Class Song Contest (Formal Uniform) 2:00 pm Dismissal for Grades 8-12

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First Day of Winter

Winter Break Begins (12/22 - 1/5)

Winter Break

Hanukkah Ends Winter Break Building Closed

Christmas Day Winter Break Building Closed

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Winter Break Winter at Laurel Camp Begins

Winter Break Winter at Laurel Camp

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“I think that most Laurel girls can identify that our relationships with each other are unique; each class feels a sense of connection, a sense of unity that is difficult to find in other schools.”

- HANNAH LAUSTER ’16

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2nd Semester Begins CLASSES RESUME FOR ALL GRADES After School at Laurel Classes and Programs Resume

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day No Classes Offices Closed 9:00 am-1:00 pm Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration & Day of Service

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New Year’s Day Building Closed Last Day of Kwanzaa

Winter Break Winter at Laurel Camp 4:30 & 6:00 pm US Basketball Gator Classic (1/2-1/3)

1:00 & 2:30 pm US Basketball Gator Classic

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8:15 am MS Parent CTP-4 (ERB) Meeting

MS Homework-Free Weekend 9:00 am-12:30 pm Speech and Debate Novice Tournament

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8:45-10:00 am Coffee for Parents and Revisit Day for Accepted US Students 7:00 pm MS Musical

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8:45-11:00 am Kindergarten Visitation Day for Prekindergarten Parents and Students

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MS CTP-4 (ERBs) (2/3-2/5) 8:15 am MS Room Parent Meeting

MS CTP-4 (ERBs) 8:45-11:00 am MS Preview for Prospective Families 7:00 pm Parent-to-Parent for Parents of Children with Learning Differences

MS CTP-4 (ERBs)

No School for Pre-Primary & Primary Students (Parent Conferences) 4:00-6:00 pm CCIS Seventh and Eighth Grade Social at Laurel

ISEE Testing for Prospective Students 6:30 pm Gator Bash at Cleveland Museum of Art

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Mid-Winter Break No Classes Building Closed

Valentine’s Day MS Homework-Free Weekend

Nirvana Day

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7:00-8:30 pm Planning an US Education (Parents Only)

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3:30-7:00 pm Grade 8 Parent-Student Conferences

Ash Wednesday Chinese New Year

3:30-7:00 pm Grade 8 Parent-Student Conferences

LSPA Primary Book Swap 8:30-10:00 am Primary Drop-In for Prospective Parents 7:00 pm Equity and Inclusion Film Series

5:00 pm Adult Evening of Adventure and Kids’ Night Out at Butler Campus

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7:00 pm Parent-to-Parent for Parents of Children of Color

7:00 pm US Musical

7:00 pm US Musical

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First Day of Practice for US Lacrosse & Softball 8:30-10:00 am Pre-Primary Drop-In for Prospective Families 6:30 pm US Softball & Lacrosse Parent Meeting at Lyman

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“Laurel is a place where almost every girl can find a home. The community here is extremely accepting and diverse, and every student has her own ideas and opinions that are valued by everyone.”

- REBECCA BRICHACEK ’16

“My daughter entered Laurel in the 9th grade as a shy, little girl. She has blossomed into a strong, confident, and independent young woman, who is eager to take on the world.”

- LAUREL PARENT

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Grade 10 Ohio Graduation Tests (3/2-3/6) 3:30-6:00 pm US Parent/Advisor Conferences

Grade 10 Ohio Graduation Tests 3:30-6:00 pm US Parent/Advisor Conferences

Grade 10 Ohio Graduation Tests 7:00 pm LSPA General Meeting/ CRG Presentation

Grade 10 Ohio Graduation Tests 8:45-10:00 am Coffee for Parents of Accepted Pre-Primary & Primary Students

Grade 10 Ohio Graduation Tests 8:30-10:00 am Primary Drop-In for Prospective Parents

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Daylight Savings Time Begins 3:00 pm Equity and Inclusion Film Series

MS Spring Athletics Begin First Day of Practice for US Track 6:00 pm US Track Parent Meeting at Lyman

5:15 pm MS Spring Athletics Parent Meeting at Lyman 7:00 pm Cum Laude Induction Ceremony

8:15 am US Parent Coffee

Spring Break Begins After Classes

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Spring Break Spring Break Camp

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Spring Break No Classes (3/23-3/27) Spring Break Camp

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Good Friday No Classes Building Closed Passover Begins at Sundown (4/3-4/11)

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Passover 8:45-11:00 am MS Preview for Prospective Families

Passover 8:15 am Grade 4 Parent Coffee

Passover 8:15 am Grade 3 Parent Coffee

Passover Ends at Sundown ISEE Testing for Prospective Students

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8:30 am LSPA General Meeting 3:30-7:00 pm Grades 5-7 ParentStudent Conferences

8:15 am Grade 5 Parent Coffee

8:30-11:00 am Primary Grandparents and Special Friends Day 7:00 pm Equity and Inclusion Film Series

5:00 pm Adult Evening of Adventure and Kids’ Night Out at Butler Campus

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Grade 6 Tinkering Week (4/20-4/24) 8:15 am Grade 2 Parent Coffee

Grade 6 Tinkering Week 8:00 am Senior Parent Breakfast

Grade 6 Tinkering Week 8:15 am Grade 6 Parent Coffee

Grade 6 Tinkering Week 8:15 am Grade 7 Parent Coffee

Grade 6 Tinkering Week Pre-Primary - Grade 1 ECO! Wonder Festival 7:00 pm US Drama Festival

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“Laurel transforms students into strong women through an exemplary education and an atmosphere built on growth.”

- CAITLIN CRONIN ’16

“Confident, independent, open-minded, fearless. That’s what comes to mind with I think of what Laurel has given to my daughters.”

- LAUREL PARENT

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3:00 pm Equity and Inclusion Film Series

Senior Exam Week (5/4-5/8)

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All-School Assembly (Formal Uniform) Pound Down 6:30-9:00 pm Speech and Debate Year-End Celebration at Lyman Campus

8:00-11:00 am LSPA Used School and PE Uniform Sale

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Senior Exam Week AP Exams

AP Exams (5/4-5/15) Grade 7 Archaeology Dig at Butler Campus (5/4-5/15)

Cinco de Mayo Senior Exam Week AP Exams Grade 7 Archaeology Dig at Butler Campus

Senior Exam Week AP Exams Grade 7 Archaeology Dig at Butler Campus 8:30-10:00 am Introduction to US (Parents Only)

Grade 7 Archaeology Dig at Butler Campus 1:30 pm Primary Spring Arts Celebration

Grade 7 Archaeology Dig at Butler Campus 9:00 am Primary Spring Arts Celebration

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AP Exams Grade 7 Archaeology Dig at Butler Campus (5/11-5/15)

AP Exams Grade 7 Archaeology Dig at Butler Campus Music Academy Recital: 5:00 pm Pre-Primary - Grade 4 7:00 pm Grades 5 - 12

AP Exams Grade 7 Archaeology Dig at Butler Campus 8:30-10:00 am Introduction to Middle School (Parents Only)

AP Exams Grade 7 Archaeology Dig at Butler Campus 8:15 am Kindergarten Parent Coffee 7:00 pm Distinguished Alumnae Dinner

AP Exams Grade 7 Archaeology Dig at Butler Campus Alumnae Weekend

Alumnae Weekend 11:30 am Alumnae Luncheon

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US Exam Week 8:30-10:00 am Introduction to Primary School (Parents Only) 7:00 pm Senior Parent Letting Go Night

US Exam Week 5:30 pm Grade 6 Elizabethan Evening 7:00 pm Grade 6 Shakespeare Play

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“My daughter has always taken risks athletically. Laurel has helped her to take risks academically.”

- LAUREL PARENT

“I am so grateful to Laurel for everything they have done for my daughter. I cannot think of a better environment in which my daughter is able to learn, laugh and mature.�

- LAUREL PARENT

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“We feel truly blessed that both our girls are ‘Laurel girls.’”

- LAUREL PARENTS

THE LAUREL SCHOOL

A L MA MAT E R Hail we all our Alma Mater Join our love to tell; Happiness and truest friendship In her portals dwell. chorus

Laurel School, our Alma Mater, We our voices raise; From the heart of every daughter Comes a grateful praise.

When the years have borne us onward Heeding other calls, Still our hearts with love shall cherish Thoughts of these dear walls. chorus

Laurel School, our Alma Mater, We our voices raise; From the heart of every daughter Comes a grateful praise.

The OďŹƒcial Home of Dream. Dare. Do. Girls Kindergarten-Grade 12 and Coed Pre-Primary Visit LaurelSchool.org Phone 216.464.1441

LAUREL VALUES STATEMENT:

Committed to building a just and inclusive world, Laurel girls are courageous, creative, ethical and compassionate.

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