Friends of Walter Reed Middle School

Humanities Academy

This week's FOHA meeting is rescheduled for next thursday Feb. 9 @ 7pm
Meeting will be held off-campus in the home of Erica Fox & John Newby
4057 Camellia Ave Studio City CA 91602
Meet your community, stay connected & find out the latest Humanities news!

CLARICE CHAPLIN MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The 31st District PTSA is proud to offer scholarships to students that wish to continue
their music study with private teachers.
Each scholarship offered is valued at $400
CATEGORIES: Voice and for Standard Instruments: Stringed, Wind, Brass, Percussion, Piano
It is our goal to encourage the discovery and development of musical talent throughout our youth. We wish to inspire children to follow their passion for the arts at any level of study and assist those that may not have an opportunity to study privately.

LAST MINUTE REQUEST FROM MS. GOLD: TIME SENSITIVE!
There are 3 trips to the Getty Villa planned this spring for the 6th grade that require "trained chaperones". The training is THIS Saturday January 21 from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. We know, it's super-last-minute! But imagine being alone in the gorgeous Getty Villa in Malibu when it's mostly EMPTY receiving a private docent lesson with a small group of people? Imagine spending the morning in the solitude of an ancient villa overlooking the gorgeous Pacific Ocean? Kinda takes the sting out of getting up early, huh?

We are streamlining our field trip process and zeroing on potential dates. The 6th graders can expect an art/theater experience and a science adventure. Specifics are being worked out & we'll have events & dates soon. An afternoon spent playing with with the works of William Shakespeare is in store for the 7th graders and many of the 8th graders are looking forward to their Annual New York trip in the spring with maybe another surprise or two.

Ms Eskander & Ms Federico will be in the Parent Center Rm#107 tonight 12/8 from 5-7pm.
Drop in and discuss the New York City Trip with your teachers. They'll answer all your questions and help you to plan for this exciting trip!
DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!

The address for the December FOHA Meeting:
4140 Bakman Avenue Studio City CA 91602
1 blk E of Tujunga / between Ventura & Moorpark / Dilling St is the closest cross street
No kids please, adult refreshments will be served!

Wednesday December 7th @ 7pm
4805 Bellflower Avenue #108 (ring green bell)
Go to the first floor screening room
Please join parents, teachers & administrators for our last meeting for 2011!
Please come and be involved in your child's education
Find out about the 6th, 7th & 8th grade trips, what's happening inside your child's classroom, teacher's perspectives, new Humanities Academy Visions & much more
Your participation is vital & sincerely welcomed!
(Bellflower Ave is off Camarillo between Vineland & Tujunga)

Friday night had it all: buckets of pouring rain, LA's hottest food trucks, delicious homemade baked goods, a red carpet lined with paparazzi, a gallery filled with a diverse collection of art and a large enthusiastic crowd! But at the center of it all was a show that was literally bursting with talent. From violin to piano, to bands just rockin' out the crowd, to dancers and tumblers, singers, magicians, techno artists and slam poetry! It was a night of creativity, courage and unbelievable talent.