I Didn’t Know by Bennett Gordon

I didn’t know that Samoan men would use poi balls to strengthen their wrists for war.  Also I didn’t know that Samoan women used poi balls to strengthen their wrists for knitting and weaving.  I thought poi balls were used just for entertainment.  So next time you see a Samoan person with poi balls, remember that back in the day, it was to help the people prepare and strengthen.

Unusual Hula? by Naomi Memmott

         Some people might find Hula unusual.  But I’m sure that if Hawaiian people saw a teenage girl swinging on a wrecking ball they would have some thoughts themselves. I’d think we are the peculiar ones.  Let me fill you in on some of the stuff we do, including the moves we make and some of the basics we have learned so far in this awesome arts residency. 

Are the Arts Important?  By Briana Wright

Some people say that in school you are supposed to just learn the usual things like reading, writing and math. They say students shouldn’t waste their time doing the arts, just focus on what you are going to be tested on.  

Acting is .   .   . by Shannon Vance

Acting is a way of telling a story with your body.  You must tell the story with feelings.  When you act you put yourself in the character’s shoes.  You act out what you would do if you were in their position. 

People in the islands like to express their feelings by songs, by dances and by their body actions.  They also believe in different things then us, such as idols, myths and even reincarnation.

Artists in Residency at Rees School

Does anybody recognize these Pilgrims?  We are so thankful for them!

Spooks of every variety haunted the hallways and gym of Rees Elementary on thursday, October 31st.  Parents came to watch...or was it to protect their little dears from the scary creatures?  Look at the pictures from the parade and see what you think.

On Wednesday, May 8th, Kindergartners gave strict instructions to the weatherman to hold off all rain at the appropriate times.  The weather cooperated and Mothers of Rees Kindergartners enjoyed a picnic with their little darlings.  The Kindergartners surprised their moms with books they had written about their mothers.  These books were full of interesting information about their beloved mothers.  From the looks of the faces on the Mothers in these pictures, a good time was had by all! 

Many things were accomplished because of the annual Rees Elementary Jump-a-thon.  First of all, through the efforts of great leaders, students, and parents, $4,326.49 was raised for people with heart problems.  Second, heart problems were prevented through children participating in fun aerobic activities as they learned the joys of an active lifestyle.