In Susan's Beginner Violin workshop,
students start by learning the basics with “box violins” before
being introduced to a real violin. Using a box violin helps to be
able to see and learn the different parts of the violin, without the
distraction of the noise of an actual violin. Students also practice
body awareness by learning the proper stance to have while playing
the violin, where to touch and how to hold the violin and bow, how to take a
proper bow, and even how to march while playing! Susan's many years
of teaching comes through with the various games and activities she
uses to engage and teach her students. The small size of the class,
paired with the focus of the students, has allowed the group to move
forward quickly!
As this is John's third workshop at
LCS, the students have gotten to know and love him, which is evident
by their shared excitement upon his arrival! Since there was so much
interest in last sessions Improv workshop, we decided to offer two
groups this session, based on age. Students start with determining
what Improv is, and some basic rules of Improv. The workshop offers
an outlet for the students' active imaginations, as well as a venue
for working on communication skills, including speaking in front of a
group and listening to peers. Students take turns being in scenes
and in the audience, as well as offering ideas for the scenes
and characters.
Tae Kwon Do continues to meet on
Tuesday's, with a core group of commited students who have been
participating throughout the year, and will continue on through early
June. Students have shown both physical growth, as well as growth in
other areas such as listening skills and self-control. Students were
invited to attend a gathering with other students from across the
state. All participants were recognized and received medals for
their efforts, which helped to boost self-esteem and confidence. The
year-long commitment that students have made to their practice of Tae
Kwon Do is commendable!
As this is the last session of the
year, we would like to thank all of the teachers and students who
have participated, making the program a success, as well as the
teachers and staff who volunteered their classroom space. We are
looking forward to continuing the program next year, and are always
open to ideas for workshops! Thank you!
