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Chinese New Year Celebration

Mrs. Gombos — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:24:36 +0000

An article and photo on our recent Chinese New Year Celebration Assembly can be found at the “Minuteman News Center.” Click the link to read: Students Celebrate Chinese New Year.

Boys’ Green Varsity Shows Heart!

Mrs. Burton — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:01:46 +0000

The Boys’ Green Varsity Basketball Team fought a hard game against a talented Greens Farm Academy and fell one basket short of the win. This was an exciting game as both benches gave their all. The passes, the cuts, the steals, the rebounds and, yes, the stamina were all exciting to watch. Everyone contributed and stayed poised throughout the game. Unquowa would press hard with 2 minutes left in the game and converted 2 steals to come within a basket. Congratulations Jackson, Jae, Alex, Michael, Conner, Siddharth, Christopher, Carson, Patrick, Derek and Devin for executing another excellent game!

Boys’ White Varsity vs FCD

Mrs. Burton — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:44:12 +0000

Boys’ White Varsity played a solid game against Fairfield Country Day School. They executed good passes, shot selection and rebounds to close for the win. Offense standouts were Patrick and Danny, as they hit for a high percentage of their shots, while Justin and Paul owned the boards for rebounds. Everyone played a selfless game and contributed to the successful outcome. Congratulations to Sisso, Ian, Jace and Taylor for a game well played!

Contracts for 2012-2013

Mrs. Gombos — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:19:26 +0000

Just a reminder that student enrollment contracts for 2012-2013 are due by Friday, February 3. We sincerely hope everyone will remain with us in the fall but need families to return contracts for confirmation. We do have a strong level of interest from prospective families, but we can only offer spots to new families if we have reason to believe that spaces will be open. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Sharon Lauer or Janice Cerone, Business Manager.

Boys’ Green Varsity Wins a Nailbiter!

Mrs. Burton — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:16:33 +0000

Boys’ Green Varsity Basketball Team played an exciting game against Greenwich Catholic. Both teams were competitive and evenly matched but Unquowa would hold on for the win. Greenwich Catholic would get on the scoreboard first and out ahead for a 12 point lead until Unquowa started setting the picks that cleared the way for impressive drives to the hoop by Alex, Jackson and Jae. Every effort was layered with tenacity and focus as every team member contributed to the win. Congratulations to Devin, Derek, Barrett, TJ, Sidharth, Carson, Conner, Chris, Michael, Jae, Alex and Jackson for a strong finish!

Holiday Drive Makes a Difference

Unquowa Parents' Association — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:14:53 +0000

The students and families of The Unquowa School helped to create a happy holiday season for twenty families, supporting the efforts of Fairfield Family Services, during our annual holiday donation drive. With a beautiful “giving tree” staged in our main entry, parents and children together had the opportunity to peruse the simple wants and needs that these twenty families had this year, a year which was highlighted by financial pressure and strain.

The students personally understood the school’s efforts for the donation drive when student representatives from each grade read aloud a family story to their classmates. The Unquowa families generously provided over 195 gifts such as clothing, a smoothie maker, bedsheets, and toys to name a few. Some families were in need of household items like papergoods and cleaning supplies, so the volunteer committee agreed that each family would receive a grocery gift card. Many families received gas cards. All families received wrapping paper and wrapping supplies so that the gifts for children could be wrapped and given from the parents…not from outside sources.

Making a difference in peoples lives, throughout the year, is a gift in itself.

Girls’ White Basketball Team Plays Text Book Basketball Game

Coach Boccamazzo — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:13:26 +0000

The Girls’ White Basketball Team played their best game of the season in a victory over Ridgefield Academy. They played like a well-oiled machine with all of their parts working together to achieve a common goal. They have developed into such a cohesive unit. Olivia and Erin led us in scoring while Abby, Jaeden, Lily and Sydnee contributed strong rebounding and defense. Finally, thanks again to all of our fans who traveled all the way to Ridgefield to cheer us on; you gave us such a lift!

Unquowa & New Beginnings Project featured at the Fairfield Museum

Mrs. Gombos — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:11:57 +0000

From the “Daily Fairfield” website: Eighth-graders from Fairfield’s Unquowa School worked together on a project with fifth-grade students at Bridgeport’s New Beginnings Family Academy. The two groups of kids spent the last few months studying the history of architecture and urban development using Bridgeport as a real-world example. Click here for the article and photos.

Yearbook Ads

Mrs. Gombos — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:40:59 +0000

Click here to download information and the form to advertise in this year’s yearbook.

February 3 Ski Trip to Ski Sundown for Upper School Students

Mrs. Gombos — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:22:56 +0000

There is a limit of 35 students for the Friday ski trip so don’t delay! Bring completed Permissions Forms with your check payable to The Unquowa School to the Main Office.

Ski Club Information Letter from Ms.Leavy
Parental Permission and Cost Form
Rental Form (if you need to rent equipment)
Skill Levels info

Boys’ Green Varsity Executes the Fast Break!

Mrs. Burton — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:05:11 +0000

The Boys’ Green Varsity Basketball Team won a competitive game against the well-trained St Aloysius School. The first quarter started slowly and then our defense enthusiasts started stealing the ball which lead to impressive fast breaks. The game had highlights from both teams. Offense and defense standouts for Unquowa were Jackson, Michael, Devin and Alex. Everyone contributed to the win and it was a pleasure to see the overall tenacity of the entire team. Congratulations to all!

Boys’ White Varsity was “Pick Perfect” !

Mrs. Burton — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:04:18 +0000

The Boys’ White Varsity Team played a strong game against Greens Farms Academy. They lost a tough one but completed many skills well. They played the first half of the game man to man and executed motion offense perfectly. They set perfect picks that would position them to become competitive against a taller team. During the second half, our players started shooting from the perimeter as both teams switched to zone defense. Danny, Ian and Patrick were stand-outs as they made a high percentage of their shots. Justin took on the toughest offensive opponent and helped to keep the score within reach. Sisso scrambled for every ball and scored a buzzer shot at the end, while Paul, Taylor and Jace worked hard on defense. Congratulations for a game well played!

Girls’ White Win Third Straight

Coach Boccamazzo — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:02:52 +0000

The Girls’ White Basketball team displayed gritty defensive play as they won their third straight game of the season against St. Aloyisius. Olivia led us in scoring while Rachael, Grace, Abbie and Aaliyah delivered strong contributions off the bench. As always, our girls were perfect guests as they displayed outstanding sportsmanship. We are so proud of all of their efforts!

Boys’ White Varsity vs Greenwich Country Day School

Mrs. Burton — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:10:29 +0000

The Boy’s White Varsity Basketball team played a hard fought game against a competitive and talented Greenwich Country Day School but fell short of victory. They did well to pass and cut throughout the game and were defensively able to keep the score within reach. Height would eventually conquer speed as we worked hard for every rebound. Points scored were from well executed and unstoppable fast breaks. It is wonderful to witness The Unquowa Boys’ Varsity team’s speed, fitness and finesse on the fast break after a stolen ball. Congratulations to Danny, Ian, Sisso, Justin, Patrick, Taylor, Michael, Jace and Paul for their relentless efforts and notable poise during a really tough game!

Girls’ White Basketball Off to a Great Start!

Coach Boccamazzo — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:07:54 +0000

The girls’ White basketball team is off to a strong start with impressive wins over New Canaan Country School and Greens Farms Academy. The girls enjoy playing with each other and work so well together. They have such a passion for the game.

We are a veteran team led by the strong leadership of Erin, Jessica and Rachael, while we can always count on offensive productions from Olivia, Annie Lyn and Jaeden. Grace and Aaliya supply strong production from our bench.

Finally, It was such a pleasure to arrive at our first road game at New Canaan Country School to so many of our fans greeting us in the gym. We appreciate all of your support.

Go Gators!

Basketball Season Begins!

Mrs. Burton — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:13:58 +0000

Boys Varsity White Basketball Season began with a huge lesson learned against The King School. We learned that a victory must have as much grace and dignity as a loss. The love of the game should trump any score at any time, and at the end what feels best is the way we respect the passion for any sport as we develop skills. This will be an easy lesson for our Boys Varsity Basketball Team. They are committed to the sport and did many things instinctively well that will carry them through a successful season. The opportunity to improve our winning grace is always up to the coach. Keeping a positive light on our accomplished athletes is the best and easiest part of a coach’s job. So let the light shine on Patrick who floats a shot with such skill, on Jonathan who set great picks during the game, on Ian who establishes the offense motion like no other, on Danny who leads his peers effortlessly, on Justin and Paul who rebound with a purpose, on Sisso who is relentless on defense and Michael, Taylor and Michael B who bring immeasurable enthusiasm to the game.

Coach Burton

Winter Festival Alumni Reception

Mrs. Gombos — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:29:46 +0000

It was wonderful to have so many alumni come back for our 31st Winter Fest! The Alumni Reception before the show was attended by alums from the 1940’s through the class of 2011. The library was buzzing as they reconnected with former classmates and teachers and poured over old yearbooks. Their special reserved alumni seating section for the show gave them a great view of this year’s show, “A Winterfest Carol”. As always, during the traditional holiday songs at the end, alumni enthusiastically joined in the singing and dancing.

iPod Yourself!

Mrs. Ponden — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:33:57 +0000

For our first graphic design project and introduction into the digital world of Photoshop, students in sixth grade transformed their portraits into silhouettes reminiscent of the famous iPod ads. Starting with a digital picture, the students learned how to create a path around their bodies, cut and paste into a new layer, change the background color, desaturate and silhouette, and finally add a realistic shadow and even an ipod or two. Some students this year got really creative with adding elements to create a wonderfully wacky world. Finally, they had to come up with a “title” that was representative of their image.

Click here to view the gallery!

After School Yoga & ChiFit

Mrs. Gombos — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 13:30:31 +0000

After school classes (3:30-4:30) in ChiFit and Yoga will begin January 17 and continue until spring vacation. Please check the Unquowa calendar for specific dates.

If your child is interested in signing up for Yoga or ChiFit, please click the appropriate link below to download the registration form. (Please note that the ChiFit workshop is limited to 12 students.) Completed registration forms should be brought to the Main Office.

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Tortora or Mrs. Gombos.

31st Annual Winter Festival

Mrs. Gombos — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:48:37 +0000

This year’s show, entitled “A Winterfest Carol” was based loosely on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Students from PreK-3 to grade 8 all performed amid the elaborate medieval sets and their roles included royalty, jesters, wizards and knights. This year’s plot followed a selfish princess as she is visited by the Ghosts of Winterfest Past, Present and Future, who helped her to see the true meaning of giving at the Winterfest celebration.

In addition to vocals such as “Be Our Guest” and “You’re a Shining Star,” musical performances included student string, chimes and guitar ensembles accompanied by a visiting harpist. As the performance progressed, the princess saw the error of her selfish ways, declared that this year’s Winterfest would be a joyful celebration for everyone and the kingdom celebrated with the whole school chorus singing “We Go Together”.

Following an Unquowa tradition, alumni who were present joined students and faculty in a weaving circle to dance and sing “The Lord of the Dance.” To end the show, the students sang “Oh Hanukkah” while dancing the hora, and then joined in acting out and singing “The Twelve Days of Christmas.”

Special thanks to our directors Megan Kirk (who actually missed the final performance to have her baby); Alyson Cahill, who took her place; Senad Mehinovic , our instrumental director; Lloyd Mitchell, our technical director; and all our faculty and staff who assisted with the show.