Nobles News
Class V Steps Up
MIDDLE SCHOOL Jun 7, 2012
Just minutes after finishing their last final exam, Class V students gathered on the Vinik Theatre stage to celebrate an important milestone: the end of their Middle School years. More than 250 family members, faculty, staff and friends turned out for the 2012 Step Up Ceremony, which celebrated both individual and class accomplishments.
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Congratulations, Class of 2012
Jun 1, 2012
Noble and Greenough School graduated 107 members of the Class of 2012 on the quintessential New England spring morning of June 1, when even the sky wore Nobles blue and white. Honors were announced, teachers were celebrated and diplomas were awarded to a class characterized by its spirit, its talent, its service and its scholarship.
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Arts Night
STUDENT LIFE May 31, 2012
Class I students and their families gathered on Wednesday, May 30, to celebrate the AP Art Show Opening at the Foster Gallery. The opening was followed by a barbecue and musical performances by Class I students.
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Sage Advice from the Class of 2012
STUDENT LIFE May 30, 2012
Class I students are wrapping up their time at Nobles and have some parting words of wisdom for underclassmen. Click to hear more about the lessons they've learned along their Nobles journey.
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Senior Projects Night
STUDENT LIFE May 30, 2012
On Tuesday, May 29, members of Class I presented independent projects to family, faculty and friends during Senior Projects Night. Advised by 38 faculty members, 62 students pursued an interest beyond the school’s formal curriculum.
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Softball Clinches Share of Title
ATHLETICS May 29, 2012
The lady Bulldogs wrapped up their season with an exciting game against archrival Milton Academy, clinching a share of the 2012 ISL title. The squad featured strong pitching and near-perfect fielding, combined with timely hitting and a consistent ability to win close games.
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15th Annual Freeman Legacy Dinner
STUDENT LIFE May 24, 2012
On Tuesday, May 22, students, family, friends and faculty gathered for the 15th annual Freeman Legacy Dinner to celebrate the experiences and accomplishments of 34 graduating students of color at Nobles.
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Organic Gardening Afternoon Program
STUDENT LIFE May 23, 2012
The Nobles Organic Gardening Afternoon Program helps bring new meaning to the term "locavore." They grow a variety of vegetables on campus and, on occasion, dining services features lettuce grown in the greenhouse. The group has learned a lot about growing plants and vegetables, and has even ventured off campus to a nearby hydroponics farm to learn more about different gardening techniques.
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Solar Car Success
MIDDLE SCHOOL May 23, 2012
The Nobles community came out for a day at the races on Thursday, May 17, cheering for Class V students during the annual Solar Car race. The following weekend, several students brought their solar-powered vehicles to MIT's Junior Solar Sprint, where one Nobles trio earned first place for performance. It is the first time in 14 years of competition that Nobles took the top prize. Other Nobles teams also did well, including first and third prizes in craftsmanship.
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ISL Tournament Champions
ATHLETICS May 22, 2012
Five Nobles Golfers (John Beadle '14, Tim Boyle '12, Alex Katz '13, Lucas Hicks '14 and Grady Zink '15) traveled to Wianno Club on Monday, May 21 to play in the 2012 ISL Golf Championships.
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Latin I: Results Are In
NATIONAL LATIN EXAM May 11, 2012
Thirty-two Middle School students, including every member of Class V and three Class VI students, took this year's Latin I National Latin Exam. Fifteen students earned gold medals and were awarded summa cum laude certificates; eight earned silver medals and were awarded maxima cum laude certificates; and five students were awarded magna cum laude certificates.
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Wounded Warrior Project
ATHLETICS/COMMUNITY SERVICE May 9, 2012
The boys varsity baseball team has dedicated its season to raising awareness about the Wounded Warrior Project, an organization that provides services and support to injured U.S. service members and their families.
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Service with a Smile
COMMUNITY SERVICE May 7, 2012
The Nobles community was busy logging miles and serving aces on Sunday, May 6—all in the name of community service.
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Beautiful Sounds from the Wind/String Concert
ARTS May 4, 2012
The spring Wind/String Concert featured something for everyone on Thursday, May 3. The Middle School wind ensemble performed a selection of Czech folk songs, while its Upper School counterpart performed The Phantom of the Opera medley, as well as a song from the musical Hairspray (this year’s chosen spring musical)
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Foster Gallery: 2012 Student Show
ARTS May 4, 2012
The annual student show showcases the work of students in AP Painting/Drawing, Photography and Ceramics. In this video, several students talk about the creative process and what it means to exhibit in the Foster Gallery. For more about the show, visit www.fostergallery.org.
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Time-Lapse Video Captures Transformation
THE CASTLE PROJECT May 4, 2012
Those of us on campus every day have seen the Castle take shape before our eyes. Here's your chance to watch the amazing transformation through time-lapse video. The footage spans construction from December 2011 through early May 2012.
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Round the World
MIDDLE SCHOOL May 2, 2012
Each year, Class VI students are given a unique assignment: plan a 30- to 40-day trip around the world. The assignment requires adherence to a budget, development of a travel itinerary and research on countries on the itinerary.
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Teaching a Graphic Novel
ACADEMIC Apr 27, 2012
Through literature ranging from classic novels to contemporary stories, Class V English focuses on the diversity of human experience, teaching students how to understand and analyze content and how to write clearly.
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Imani Presents Concert
ARTS Apr 17, 2012
Under the direction of Alexi Paraschos, the gospel group Imani performed its first full-length concert on April 13 in Lawrence Auditorium. The 25-member choir with four-member student band presented a set list that included “Ain’t Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Round” and “Carry Me Home.”
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Ready to Run
NOBLES MARATHON FUND Apr 6, 2012
On Marathon Monday, April 16, all members of the community are invited to cheer on the Nobles Marathon Fund Team. Marathon Fund runners (along with bikers and rowers) have been participating in the Boston Marathon to benefit Nobles scholarships since 1985. Visit www.nobles.edu/marathon to learn more.
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