East Brunswick School Round-Up

East Brunswick Public Schools Celebrates American Education Week With School Visitation Day on Wednesday, Nov. 16 - The week of Nov. 14-18 has been proclaimed American Education Week 2011. Celebrated annually, the theme of this year’s American Education Week is Great Public Schools: A Basic Right and Our Responsibility. In recognition of this and to celebrate East Brunswick’s excellent public schools, parents are cordially invited to visit their child’s school on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011.

The schedule for visitation is:

• Elementary Schools:                     9:30 to 10:30 a.m., 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
• :      9 to 10 a.m., 12:45 to 1:45 p.m.
• :        9 to 10 a.m., 1to 2 p.m.
• :         8:15 to 9:15 a.m., 1 to 2 p.m.

In order to minimize the disruption, visitors are asked to not bring younger children with them and that they come only during the designated times. In order to make sure that there is space for everyone who wants to visit, please limit time in each classroom. When visiting, please check in at the security desk where you will be asked to show identification and you will receive a visitor’s pass.

. - The beloved novel "Anne of Green Gables" will come to life on stage at East Brunswick High School on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17, 18 and 19. The play is adapted by Joseph Robinette and directed by Jeffrey Alan Davis. This dramatization captures the charm and excitement of L.M. Montgomery's classic about an orphan girl, Anne Shirley, from her first encounter with her austere guardian to her thrilling graduation from Queen's Academy. The play faithfully recreates the memorable events and characters from the brilliant novel. This play will solidify a lasting friendship between the audience and one of literature's most unforgettable characters. Open seating tickets will be sold at the door, Adults $10, s tudents and Senior Citizens $5.

- Bring your gently used and wearable clothing (shoes, belts, handbags, linens, curtains, towels, etc.) and stuffed animals to , 120 Main St. East Brunswick on Friday, Nov. 18 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. The school will receive money for every pound collected. Please put your donations into tightly tied black plastic bags.  

Ithacappella, also known as the Ithaca College Men’s Chorus, was founded in 1996 by four men with a love for singing and a passion for performing.  Since its inception, the group has grown from its choral roots to become one of the premier male collegiate a cappella groups in the world.  Along the way, the ensemble’s repertoire has expanded to include everything from traditional barbershop tunes to current radio hits. The group conducts two tours each year, and has brought its unique blend of music, humor, and education to schools in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., New Orleans, Orlando, New York City, and now East Brunswick! Though the sound of the group has evolved over time, one thing remains constant: its dedication to putting on high energy, fun shows for the entire family. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students/seniors/staff. For tickets go to www.ebnet.org and click on the In the Arts quick link. Tickets will also be available at the door.

In addition to exciting main stage concerts, the group also enjoys bringing its talent to schools in the form of interactive singing workshops designed to educate and inspire musicians of all ages. During the day on Nov. 22, thanks to funding from the East Brunswick Education Foundation, Ithacapella will be working with students in grades 6-12 that participate in various district choruses and ensembles. In the evening some high school students will perform a song or two with these traveling professionals to show what they learned in the workshop during the day.