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LAKEPORT – Konocti Christian Academy’s (KCA) 3rd Annual Renaissance Faire and “Shakespeare in the Meadow” held May 10, was a tremendous success.
More than 175 guests were transported back in time to the 15th century Renaissance era with song, play and food.
Kindergarten through third grade students wowed the crowd with “The 12 Days of Shakespeare” sung to the tune of “The Twelve Days of Christmas.”
Fourth through sixth grade students amazed the audience with the high drama of Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.”
The junior high students presented an abridged version of the comedy “Twelfth Night” in a theater in the round style, drawing the audience into the act with sword fights as well.
Local artists demonstrated woodcarving, leather working, brass rubbing, archery, era- inspired music and face painting.
Horsewoman Deb Baumann and her horse Sunny’s “Riding for the Rings” was a crowd favorite. She commented about the students, “They are very talented and enthusiastic. What a great event for them! If the rest of the school's curriculum is anything like the high quality and learning experience of the Ren Faire, it must be a great school.”
Joel and Ben Somb’s trebuchet (antique catapult) demonstration “Assault of the Castle” was a crowd pleaser, as it is every year.
During the live auction guests enjoyed a gourmet lunch with pulled pork smoked in style by guest chefs Chris and Kelly Moe and Wes Nelms as well as roasted asparagus, Renaissaucy beans, locally produced goat cheese, spiced apples, cheesecake tarts and puff pastries.
Guest Judith Auth shared her thoughts on the event. “The group effort of the Renaissance Faire allows children to participate in a time and mentality not their own. It makes yesterday and tomorrow equally possible".
KCA welcomes any donations toward their goal of adding sound to their theater fun for next year's production.
For information on this and registration information for a classical education with an advanced curriculum please call 262-1KCA.
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According to Wiggins, existing law requires schools to provide supplemental instruction to students who do not demonstrate sufficient progress towards passing the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE).
“However, there is a common misconception that remediation can only be offered through traditional practices,” she added. “This bill will clarify that schools can utilize a project-based or applied learning approach – similar to methods taught in career technical education – in their supplemental instruction programs, provided that the courses meet state academic standards and the programs are offered before or after school, on Saturdays or in the summer.”
She added, “The high school drop-out rate is unacceptable, and my bill addressed that problem by offering ways to help all students remain engaged in their education. By utilizing different teaching approaches, students who are in remediation courses are more likely to master the academic curriculum when they see more relevance in their education.”
SB 1442 reinforces the fact that school districts or charter schools that provide supplemental instruction to pupils who are not making progress toward passing the CAHSEE can offer courses that integrate core curriculum with project-based learning, including career technical education.
The bill also clarifies that school districts or charter schools that offer supplemental instruction to pupils who are recommended for retention, or retained in a grade, can offer courses that integrate core curriculum with project-based learning.
SB 1442 is supported by education, labor and industry groups, including the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), the California Association of Leaders for Career Preparation, the California Chamber of Commerce, the California School Boards Association, the California Teachers Association and the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce.
The bill now heads to the Assembly Appropriations Committee for consideration.
Wiggins represents California’s 2nd Senate District, which includes Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino, Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties.
For more information on SB 1442 or other bills authored by Wiggins, please visit her Web site: http://dist02.casen.govoffice.com/.
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The school will include the following:
A one-room schoolhouse program on 40 acres of an organic farm.
Natural learning that is child-led, project-based, experiential, developmentally appropriate and holistic.
A profound respect for each child's internal timetable for developing skills and knowledge.
Education of heart and mind with emphasis on the interconnectedness of all living things.
Daily craft, music and artistic influences.
If you are interested in finding out more about the school and/or how to get involved, please email
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Not only were the plays interesting, but the town of Ashland is also a very exciting place to explore. There is a beautiful park by a down town area of Ashland that is within walking distance of the hostel where the all of the students stayed.
There were many stores with interesting crafts and wares. There were also great restaurants and shops to buy delicious meals and desserts. Not to mention, the hostel was exceptionally comfortable and high quality!
The plays that we attended were “Welcome Home, Jenny Sutter,” “Fences” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”
The production of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” was astounding in all aspects. The costumes were creative, the acting superb and the set was absolutely fantastic.
After the play was over, all of the students raved about how enjoyable the play was. We were lucky enough to meet Ray Porter, an actor who played one of the more interesting roles of the play, Bottom the weaver. He was nice enough to stop and take time after the play to shake our hands and talk with us. We all greatly appreciated this.
Carlé was the winner of the softball tournament on May 22 between the alternative schools in the area. The MVP of the tournament was also this week’s student of the week: Cody Oudeman. Cody has really shown himself as an excellent student this week not only through athleticism but also through his volunteer work at the Memorial Day parade.
From May 24 through May 26, Carlé did an enormous amount of community service work for the Lower Lake Memorial Day Parade. Students gave up a good portion of their long weekend to help prepare, clean and help in any way they could with the parade. Carlé was ubiquitous in all of the preparations for this event: setting up tents, preparing sound systems, and cleaning the area of the parade.
The Memorial Parade was the best we have had in many years, according to Alan Siegel, who has been helping out at this event for more than half the time I have been alive. There were antique cars, a pet parade (included a mini pot-bellied pig that everyone adored), and performances for everyone to enjoy.
Siegel said it was “a true slice of Americana.”
At the parade Siegel announced Bill MacDougall’s promotion to superintendent of the Konocti Unified School District.
There isn’t much time left in the school year and everyone is anticipating summer break. Soon I will be writing the last chronicle until next school year, so I hope you read it! Thank you for reading and have a great week!
Atlee Erickson is a junior at Carle High School in Lower Lake.
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