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Sixth Grade graduation Fourth Grade Cherokee Bend 6th graders had a busy and funfilled last month of school leading up to graduation. They first participated in “mini-courses,” a learning experience unique to Cherokee Bend. The students were taught various hobbies and sports of their choosing, ranging from ping pong to Ultimate Frisbee to tennis to sewing. Then, during the last week of school, the 6th graders PIctured here during the graduation reception are Parker Bethea formed a procession for a final and David Kirkpatrick, front; standing are Morgan Brown, Creagh Goings, Madeline Barron, Catherine Fruin, Rix Curtis, walk through the halls, with Drew Smith, Kate Lanier Carter, Meghan Beck, and Molly students from grades K - 5 Rose Bloomston. clapping and cheering them on. Finally, they attended the graduation followed by a reception with faculty and ceremony, and were treated to a slideshow parents. All students left Cherokee Bend of photographs showing each student knowing they will be missed, and with lots through their years at Cherokee Bend, of best wishes as they move on to MBJH.
studies famous Alabamians Cherokee Bend 4th graders learned all about Famous Alabamians during the last month of school. Their studies culminated in a program the last week, where they presented oral reports to friends and parents dressed as their famous Alabamian. They also collected items to display that represented something significant in the famous person’s life. Some of the famous people included Helen Keller, Booker T. Washington, Heather Whitestone, George Wallace, Hank Aaron, and Tallulah Bankhead.
Caroline Pope dressed as a Tallulah Bankhead
Second Graders study butterflies
PTO luncheon held The Cherokee Bend PTO held its end-ofthe-year luncheon recently. President Tricia Pugh installed officers for the upcoming school year, and was thanked for her dedication and service to the school during the current year. The officers installed for the upcoming 2010 - 2011 school year are President: Tracy Bragg; President-Elect: Amy Roberts; VP of Registration: Allison Weil; VP of Communication: Stephanie Carothers; VP of Finance: Michelle Kelly; Recording Secretary: Meredith Cashio; Correspondence Secretary: Jennifer Ware; Treasurer: Beth Hinson; Treasurer-Elect: Isabel Corley; and Parliamentarian: Tricia Pugh.
2010-2011 PTO Officers, seated, Tracy Bragg, Tricia Pugh, and Amy Roberts; standing, Jennifer Ware, Beth Hinson, Michelle Kelly, Meredith Cashio, Allison Weil, and Isabel Corley.
62 students graduate
Brookwood Forest Elementary Graduates Julia Bell Pope, Katie Klasing, Caroline Wagnon and Adalyn Glover enjoy their graduation celebration on May 28.
Brookwood Forest Elementary sixth grade class celebrated graduation from elementary school on Friday May 28 at BWF. Friends and family gathered to watch the 62 sixth grade students receive a certificate of achievement and completion. A presentation of BWF memories and student photos was enjoyed by all attendees. Principal Yvette Faught shared memories from the students’
BWF years and special stories about class activities. Students, family, special friends and faculty enjoyed a reception after the ceremony. Graduates attended a graduation party at Pinetree Country Club on Friday afternoon May 28. Students swam and danced at Pinetree Country Club at the start of their summer vacation. The students will attend Mountain Brook Junior High School next fall.
Beloved custodian honored for service Mrs. Christine Bell, custodian at Brookwood Forest Elementary was honored with a reception in honor of her retirement after 20 years of service to the school. Mrs. Bell’s family and friends gathered with coworkers and BWF families on Sunday May 23 for the special presentation and reception. A DVD was prepared by BWF students and faculty and presented at the gathering. All in attendance enjoyed refreshments and visited with Mrs. Bell and her family. Yvette Faught, Principal at BWF honored Mrs. Bell with a camera and photography gear to enjoy during her retirement. The PTO presented Mrs. Bell with the BWF cookbook and some cooking utensils to enjoy during her much deserved break after years of service. Coworkers made comments during the ceremony highlighting Mrs. Bell’s contributions
Left to Right: Louise Knight, Cole Knight, BWF PTO President Amy Knight, honoree Christine Bell and Principal Yvette Faught attend Mrs. Bell’s retirement celebration at BWF Elementary School.
to BWF. She will be missed and the faculty and students wish her well in her retirement.
Pictured above is teacher Melinda Curtis with her students front, L to R, Davis White, Aaron Weil, Cooper Cashio, Charles Nicrosi, Samson Sands, Vann Logan, Sam Ryesdorph, and William Cox. Back, L to R, John Norris, Anne Ross Bethea, Jack Irby, Marilyn Joyce, Sarah Freeman, Elaine Russell, Katie Ramsbacher, Cate Jones, Cece Kelly, Trenton Stewart, Melinda Curtis, and Sibley Powell.
Cherokee Bend 2nd graders studied the butterfly life cycle during the last month of school. Each student was given a caterpillar in their classroom, so that
they could observe the transition from caterpillar to cocoon to butterfly. Their studies concluded with a field trip to the butterfly exhibit at the Birmingham Zoo.