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Fun on Headmaster's Hill
In addition to studying for exams, students enjoyed some fun during the final weekend before Graduation. Four CCS busloads made the trip to see Star Wars Episode Three, and the Key Club, Honor Society, and Student Government sponsored a Spring Carnival, complete with cotton candy, slip 'n' slide, and a Bungee Bounce. There was also Ultimate Frisbee, swimming, fishing, pool, ping pong, and more!
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News from the English Department
Christchurch Student Wins First Prize
in State Poetry Competition!
Christchurch junior Pedro Corniel won first place in the Virginia State Poetry Society's 2005 competition 11th/12th grade division for his poem "Drug Free." Four other Christchurch students earned Honorable Mentions.
Our New Summer Reading Program
According to Academic Dean Dr. Neal Keesee, the goal of the new program is to "increase student engagement in reading and improve our students' ability to think about, discuss, and write about literature."
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CCS Water Sports:
the wind at their backs!
The Christchurch Crew and Sailing teams enjoyed a terrific spring season. In crew, the 1st Boys Four finished second of 23 boats at the Virginia State Crew Championships to earn the silver medal, the Freshman Boys Four finished second in their race, and the 1st Girls Four finished 7th out of 21. The sailing team finished their season fourth overall in the VISA league standings, and earned the League's Sportsmanship Award as well.
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Our Best Ambassadors
We've always known that our students are our greatest ambassadors, and 57 of them work with the Admission Office throughout the year, meeting visitors, giving tours and telling their Christchurch stories. The group was honored recently at a special luncheon hosted by the Admission Office. Sophomore Collin McCune was named "Tour Guide-of-the-Year!"
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