WOW has quickly become a tween and teen super phenomenon. In six short months, the group has made an impact on the pop music scene, quickly selling out their concert performances. They have been performing to upwards of 8,000 people from Montreal to Japan, New York to Los Angeles and everywhere else in between. The boys, known for their bright colors, eccentric style and hypnotic energy, has set them apart from other bands.
BA, which was one of three schools visited on this day, lucked out as the school was chosen as part of an email web campaign to have the guys show up for an autograph and photo session. As soon as Admin Assistant Andrew Henry gave the word to open the doors of the auditorium, it was a mad rush to the stage, and with that, a quick intro by Mr. Henry, the guys sang a short song a cappella, which was followed by the meet and greet and the ladies of BA got the chance to get up close and personal and have some face time with their newest musical heroes, and, of course, a lot of pictures were taken, and they were gracious in taking time to briefly chat with the students.
Even Andrew Henry, who couldn’t resist the excitement of the moment, also got to take a group picture with the group, but there is no truth to the rumor that he was seen signing autographs outside his office the next day. So wow, what an afternoon!
And speaking of getting wowed, are you ready for Bon Jovi? Let me guess, you can’t get tickets. Well, we have a pair of prime red tickets 3 sections over from the stage to award for their Saturday, March 20th show. How you ask? We’re teaming up with the grad class of 2010 to raffle off these tickets courtesy of Verdun School Express and the Bell Centre. We will be drawing during the parent-teacher interview evening on Thursday, Feb.4th. We will be there from 4 to 5 and from 7 to 9, so drop by and try your luck. Tickets are 5 for $5.00 or 20 for $10.00, and you can also call the Verdun School Express hotline at 766-8232 and we’ll take care of you to help purchase raffle tickets. Good Luck to all.
From Miss Amanda Liste, we hear the holiday card campaign went well, and approximately 120 boxes were sold for a little over 1500$. Needless to say with the economy sluggish and the student population slightly down, card sales were lower this year, however all profits after production costs, will be donated to the Free the Children Clean Drinking Water component.
The exact countries are not known at this point. It is at the discretion of the organization. We have been asked to thank to all those who supported the project by the purchase of cards or the donation of funds. Special thanks go to the grade eight IBO classes for making the cards and of course, a big thanks to Mr. Ian Alexander for overseeing the project with Miss Liste. The top sellers were Kara Brown and Cristin Rehel.
Once again, a reminder, this Thursday the 21st, the school will be hosting its Annual Open House from 5:30 to 7 and a chance for newcomers to tour VE as an educational option for their children next September. Verdun E. offers the bilingual or 50/50 option. Also on that night, your chance to buy raffle tickets and hopefully win a family 4-pack to go and see “Disney on Ice—Princess Classics” live at the Bell Centre on Sunday, March 7th courtesy of Verdun School Express and the Bell Centre. See you at Open House.
RIVERVIEWThe school is also holding its Open House next Thursday the 28th from 6 to 8, along with portfolio night where parent get a chance to see some of their children’s schoolwork on display. CLC will also be part of the mix and on hand to talk about all their programs and events. Riverview offers the Early Immersion program.
Also on that night as well, we will be on hand along with Home and School and your chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets to go and see Disney on Ice on March 7th at the Bell Centre. Tickets are 5 for $5.00 or your best buy at 20 for $10.00. So see you here as well.
Finally, dinner at 6 anyone? Keep Tuesday evenings open starting Feb.2nd from 6 to 8 pm for CLC’s International cooking workshops. The Cost is $50 a person or $60 for families for 8 weeks which includes classes, meals, and even take-home. This is open to the public. Call the school at 761-4524 for more details and/or check the website for the 8-week menu, which include France’s Beef Bourguignon and Risotto from Italy to Ireland’s famed Irish stew and Colcannon. Bon Appétit !!
