SJA News - May 15, 2024

IN THE NEWS

Culinary Arts and Baking Students Lend a Hand

Culinary Arts and Baking students assisted in preparing the annual Gala dinner at the Athenaeum. This fundraiser needs many people to make it all happen. Chef Andre, Mrs. Libbey, and Chef B. would like to express a BIG thank you to (l-r): Keagan Norrie '26, Justice Drayton-Paynter '26, Lucas Wagner '24, Tyler Gagnon '24, Howell Hsu '26, Maceo Kramar '26, Bella Mazza '25, Emily Greer '24, Dominic Warren '24.

Students Attend All-State Music Festival

Mr. Rowe and some of his students attended the All-State Music Festival last week at Spaulding High School in Barre. Front row (l-r): Donley Johnson '26, Sophia Montague '26, Siri Jolliffe '24, Owen Marcotte '26. Back Row: Mr. Rowe, Maaike Dam '24, Greer Kennedy '24, YunSeo Kim '24, Alex Elliott '26, Claudia Canuto '26, Lila Mackenzie '27.

Visiting Old Quebec

Academy Culinary and French instructors took a group of students to explore the language and food of beautiful Quebec City the weekend of May 10-12. Students stayed in the heart of Old Quebec and enjoyed learning about the history and culture of “La Belle Province” while sampling some authentic cuisine and practicing their French language skills. Participating in the trip were (l-r) Jai Fraser '27, Zuri Douglas '26, Justice Drayton-Paynter '26, Autumn Despins '26, Molly Groft '27, Keagan Norrie '26, Muujie Johnson '27, Simon Churchill '27, Alex Harden '26, Wes Babcock '26, Andrew Harden '27, Channing Roper '25.

MathCon Finalist

Junior Yubo Zhang traveled to Chicago last weekend to compete at the MathCon Finals, where he finished in the top ten percent of all 11th-grade finalists. To qualify for the finals, Yubo had to score in the top five percent of participating 11th graders on the national exam.

Language Department Awards

Dr. Howell presented the Language Department Awards to Seniors Brooke White (left) and Dillon Davis last week in Chapel. Brooke was recognized for her achievements in Latin, and Dillon was recognized for her accomplishments in both Spanish and French.

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 16-18

St. Johnsbury Academy Theatre presents Grease, Fuller Hall, 7:00 PM

Ticket information can be found here.

Thursday, May 16

Senior Breakfast

This event kicks off the celebration of our seniors. To view a complete list of senior events, click here.

Friday, May 17

Spring Day

Seniors will receive their yearbooks after song practice in South Church Hall.

Underclassmen wishing to pick up their pre-ordered yearbook or purchase one may do so at Straszko Center (Alumni Office) between 8:30 and 9:30 and after 2:30. Cash or a check made out to St. Johnsbury Academy will be accepted for payment.

Tuesday, May 22

Commencement Concert, South Church Hall, 7:00 PM

The event will stream live here.

Wednesday, May 23

Final Exams Begin

View the schedule here.

2024-2025

The 2024-2025 school year calendar can be viewed here.

AROUND CAMPUS

Mrs. Scavito's students sorted historical events into geographic regions in a relay race in preparation for today's AP World History exam.

Mrs. Callanan's Latin classes welcomed members of UVM's ancient Greek music group to class last week for an interactive workshop that included traditional ancient Greek songs and instruments. Members of the group included SJA alumna Rachel Fickes '18 (far left) and Dr. John Franklin. Additional photos from the class can be viewed here.

Mr. Langmaid and his students take a minute to enjoy the blossoms next to the Mayo Center.

Throughout the year, the Sophomore Class has held different advisory challenges, with the overall winners being named the Class Cup Champions. On Friday, they held a Limbo Challenge to decide a winner, but there was a tie, so the Woods advisory and the Holden advisory are co-champions. Photos from the event can be viewed here.

Photos from Saturday's JV Boys' Lacrosse game can be viewed here. Photos from other spring games can be viewed here.