CLASS PLAY 2009

WHO, ME? YES, YOU! was presented on May 13-14 at Lake Hills Elementary School. Our one-act play written by Michelle Davis creatively taught us about being safe, responsible, and respectful. The 23 fifth grade students portrayed some 50 roles in the production which tells the story of a film crew intensely working together to record six television commercials about social responsibility.

• Bully Busters--coping with bullies
• Store Wars--treating customers fairly and honestly
• Driving Lessons--not letting impatience affect driving
• School for Super Heroes--resolving problems peacefully
• Cod of Conduct--being a good citizen
• Alien Encounter--being considerate of others' differences

Produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Services of Englewood, Colorado, the play was funded in part through the Michigan Integrated Behavior and Learning Support Initiative (MiBliSi). Lake Hills was one of the first schools in Michigan to participate in this initiative to increase reading performance and reduce behavioral problems among students.

Logan, Tasha, and Nathaniel as part of the film crew.

Tasha and Nathaniel portray Anne Action and Ian Charge.

Hunter, Michael, and Brock receive direction for the filming.

Hunter as Len Sangle.

Stagehands Miguel and Zachary review their checklist.

Ana (Nodda Clue) and Alex in "Bully Busters."

Ana and Michael (Dustin Bins) "cleaning up" the act.

Ana, Olivia, and Rubee in training for "Bully Busters" clients.

Ana, Lluvia, and Jaslynn inspect the anti-bully earplugs.

Ana offers her "expert advice" to Brooke and Emily.

Isaac (Darth Profit) and Drew (Owe-Me-One Kenobi)
attempt to strike a deal in "Store Wars."

Isaac and Kane portray an unexpected visit.

Isaac observes the "dark side" of business.

Zachary as Luke Skyshopper

Zachary defends himself from the boss.

Isaac (Darth Profit) and Emily (Hannah Solo) strike a deal.

Gaige (Little Chewie) and Zachary (Luke Skyshopper)
checkout the light sabers.

Ana as a multitasking mom in "Driving Lessons."

Alex and Emily as unruly children in the car.

Ana and Jaslynn have a driver-pedestrian encounter.

Michael is not too patient with female drivers.

Rubee, Olivia (Viking Girl), and Brooke
in "School for Super Heroes."

Michael and Gaige trade super hero cards.

Kane (Super Social Responsibility Man)
and Drew share a lesson in respect.

Kane and Zachary (Captain Citizen) discuss appropriate behavior.

Rubee (Skully) opens the "Cod of Conduct" lesson.

Jaslynn (Peg-Leg Meg) and Lluvia (Black-Tooth Bonny)
as pirates.

Gaige (Stub-Toe Tom) scopes the horizon.

Isaac (Captain Sealegs) teaches his crew in "Cod of Conduct."

Alex as Captain Sunny Skies in "Alien Encounter."

Olivia (Hayley Comet), Elizabeth (Dr. Una Verse),
Emily (Luna Starstruck), and Michael (Lars Moonwalker)
aboard the starship.

Jaslynn, Miguel, Brooke, and Zachary as aliens from Jargon 5.

Mr. Chittenden as a concerned police officer and
Michael (Guy Slate), who parked his car in a no-parking zone.

Our celebration cake courtesy of the Design Team--
Ann Tibbe, Muerill Tuggle, Annel Olthof.

MAY MADNESS

THIS MONTH is packed full of activity for students. Please see our calendar at the bottom of this blog for information about all the events scheduled during May.

ALL COSTUMES for the class play should now be at school. We conducted a technical rehearsal today with lighting and we'll add costuming to all scenes on Monday. Please contact your design team representative if you have a concern.

HAIR CUTS should take place this week for actors...especially the guys. Bangs should be at least a half-inch above the eyebrows and hair should be cut so the audience has a clear view of the stage-lit face. If in doubt, go shorter.

BOXTOPS FOR EDUCATION need to be in by next Friday, May 8. Thank you for your continued support of this effort.

THE CAMPBELL FIELD STATION trip is on for Monday, May 4. Students and parent chaperones will need to bring a sack lunch and drink (no glass bottles). Students should also wear socks, shoes, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt with a jacket. Annel Olthof, Wendy Walters, Kim Montgomery, and Maricon Hentschel will chaperone this field trip. We will leave Lake Hills promptly at 9:00 a.m.

SAFETY PATROL DINNER is Wednesday, May 6, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Grand Haven Eagles Lodge.

OUR CLASS PLAY will be presented to students on May 13-14 along with friends and family the evening of Thursday, May 14, at 6:30 p.m. Students will remain after school that Thursday for dinner prior to the evening performance. Seating is limited to about 100 people. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. for the Thursday evening performance of "Who, Me? Yes, You!"

THE FIFTH GRADE BAND will present their spring concert at White Pines Middles School on Wednesday, May 20, at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. Students must report to the band room with their instruments and music at 6:30.

THE FIFTH GRADE FIELD DAY will be held at Lakeshore Middle School on Wednesday, May 27, from 12:15 to 3:30 p.m. Please send Mr. Chittenden an email or note if you can assist with this afternoon event.

THE COAST GUARD PARK PARTY for fifth grade students is set for Wednesday, June 3. Please contact Ann Tibbe (616-846-7285) or Kim Cooling if you would like to help with this event.

FIFTH GRADE GRADUATION will be held in the gymnasium at Lake Hills on Tuesday, June 2, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.