Encore! Students stage our first-ever Musical Theater Under the Stars
Drama teacher Anna Clark had a vision: What if we offered a summer camp for students that focused on musicals? And then, make it casual and fun by putting on the show outside in the school’s pavilion with seating on the grass in the evening under the stars? What we got was great summer fun!
7th – 12th grade girls: Come to summer basketball camp!
We are excited to announce that Kati Treinen (previously Kati Isham) will be joining us for another summer basketball camp! As a college coach, former BSU player, and devout follower of Christ, she not only offers high quality basketball training, but she teaches that Christ is the real King on the court. Anyone interested in playing basketball next season is strongly encouraged to attend this camp, because it will also function as an introduction to Lady Archer basketball. Here is what you need to know: When: July 7th from 2:00 – 5:00 pm July 8th from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm July 9th from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Where: The Ambrose School Who: 7-12th grade girls from The Ambrose School Cost: $25.00 per session; third session is FREE! $50 for entire camp Make checks payable to: The Ambrose School You may sign up in the office (Mon – Fri 9:00 am – 2:00 pm), or bring payment the day of camp. All athletes must have a signed Permission Slip to participate. Please let Coach Tucker know if your daughter plans to participate and if you have any questions.
They’re back! Ambrose to Africa Mission Team returns
Our team of Ambrose students, teachers, and parents returned from Rwanda after a busy and successful visit with our sister school there, the Bright Future School. Bright Future School was started by Pastor Patrick Twagirayesu, who saw a great need for the upcoming generations in Rwanda to have hope after surviving the devastating genocide over a decade ago. He knew that a school that could teach the hope of Christ could potentially heal their nation, prevent another genocide, and give the people a “bright future.” (Read this blog post by Jenny Rallens to learn more.) The Ambrose School chose to partner with Pastor Patrick and Africa Bright Future Ministries as a school ministry and have been supporting BFS for several years now. This year’s team visited classrooms, trained teachers, brought books and supplies, and toured the site where Pastor Patrick hopes to build a high school for students who complete Bright Future School. Currently, these students must go to government schools if they want to continue their education. Patrick wants them to be able to continue a Christian education at this critical point in their lives. Following are pictures and commentary from Ambrose teachers, Amanda Patchin and Jenny Rallens:
Come see Broadway favorites at the Musical Theater Under the Stars!
Come enjoy a FREE musical theater experience put on by our up and coming drama students Friday, June 26th, at 8:30 pm. Bring a lawnchair or blanket and enjoy the cool evening air while our students perform musical favorites from Annie, West Side Story, Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music, and Oklahoma! WHAT: Musical Theater Under the Stars WHERE: The Ambrose School Pavilion, 6100 N. Locust Grove Rd, Meridian, ID WHEN: Friday, June 26th, 8:30 pm COST: FREE! This is a family-friendly, casual event. Bring friends, neighbors, and family. Refreshments will be available from the junior class as a fundraiser for their senior trip to Europe. Seating is on the grass in front of the pavilion, so be sure to bring a blanket or low-back lawnchairs. Then sit back and enjoy!
Ambrose to Africa Mission Team arrives in Rwanda
A mixed group of Ambrose students, teachers, and parents arrived in Rwanda yesterday. The group is spending two weeks visiting the students and teachers at Bright Future School. The team packed school supplies and gifts, updated passports, endured immunizations, and dedicated their first two weeks of summer break to the trip. Please hold this group up in prayer. Here are a few recent pictures from Davies Owens and Amanda Patchin:
GRATEFUL: the movie
To help tell the story of The Ambrose School, we enlisted professional videographer and Ambrose parent, Ronn Seidenglanz, along with Tanya Pavlis, to produce “Grateful.” Here is the final product, starring all of our students, and many of our wonderful teachers and staff who share in the vision of a school that will not just offer an excellent academic education, but will shape the paedeia of each child to the likeness of Christ. We think Ronn and Tanya (Sidewayz Films) did an amazing job. What do you think?
The Living History Museum: Everything you wanted to know about ancient Rome
Our very knowledgeable 7th grade girls put on an interactive museum experience yesterday. Anyone who took a tour could learn fascinating facts of ancient Roman history, including Roman surgical instruments (yikes!), Roman baths, hygiene, fashion, slaves, architecture, soldiers, battles, and more. 7th grade girls teacher Sarah Westcott organized the museum. Said Westcott, “The museum featured facts and trivia regarding Roman history, though Rome had many cross influences from Greece and surrounding areas.” 7th grader Gina Um did her museum station on Roman mythology – one of the areas of Roman history where the Greek influence is readily seen. Gina enjoyed presenting to the other students as they wandered through the museum, listening intently, answering questions, and gaining the coveted piece of candy for correct answers. Miss Um said she often spoke in an impromptu manner, changing how she presents the information to each group that came to listen. She reported that she spent several hours working on her display board, then additional time preparing and memorizing her speech. The Living History Museum is an annual event put on each year by the 7th grade students.
Lacrosse team takes second in state tournament
The Ambrose Archers took on the Capital Eagles in a battle for the D2 state lacrosse title on Wednesday, May 20th. The Archers had faced the undefeated Eagles team previously in the season, and were prepared for a tough game. The Archers played aggressively, getting to the goal and taking a high percentage of shots. The Eagles defense was strong, though, along with precise goal-shooting on their part, leading to the Eagles winning the state championship with a score of 13-7. Ambrose had a remarkable season, reaching a new milestone by making it to the state championship for the first time. We are proud of our players and coaches for their consistent and intense efforts that have lead to consistent growth in our lacrosse program in only four years. GO ARCHERS!
