Monday, May 30, 2016

Memorial Day!



Chorus Concerts Information!


It's getting closer... only a week from TODAY!!!

A flyer will go home on TuNesday (Tomorrow)!

Students should wear colorful (but neat) clothing!





Spring Chorus Concerts


Jefferson Elementary 3rd, 4th & 5th Chorus Concert

Monday, June 6th, 2016, from 9:00-9:30 a.m.


Davis Thayer Elementary 4th & 5th Chorus Concert

Monday, June 6th, 2016, from 1:45-2:15 p.m.


We hope you will be able to attend a performance!

Friday, May 27, 2016

Memorial Day II



Military guests share stories with 5th grade students!






The five videos above were filmed by Ms. Lovejoy!


"God Bless The USA" video filmed by Mr. Chelman!


Students 'high five' our guests as they leave!

HUGE kudos to Mrs. Winterroth and Mrs. Lovejoy
for inviting our guests and putting this whole day together!

The Star-Spangled Banner



An appropriate song for today!


Memorial Day!



This is my favorite morning at Jefferson!






Mrs. Nancy Schoen

Memorial Day Assembly!



Looking forward to our assembly this afternoon
and to singing so many Patriotic favorites with
Jefferson Elementary School Students and Staff!

Chorus Concerts!


It's getting closer... only a week from Monday!

A flyer will go home on TuNesday (Notice Day)!

Students should wear colorful (but neat) clothing!





Spring Chorus Concerts


Jefferson Elementary 3rd, 4th & 5th Chorus Concert

Monday, June 6th, 2016, from 9:00-9:30 a.m.


Davis Thayer Elementary 4th & 5th Chorus Concert

Monday, June 6th, 2016, from 1:45-2:15 p.m.


We hope you will be able to attend a performance!


Thursday, May 26, 2016

Barnes & Noble Book Fair



I had such a great time performing yesterday
at the Barnes & Noble fundraiser for Jefferson!


AF Song!



I'm looking forward to singing this with the students
at Jefferson Elementary School tomorrow afternoon!

Superhero Fairy Princess



Another great Beanie & Bren episode, this time it's
featuring a speed drawing artist, Whitney Pollett!

Next Week!



I'll be performing at the Franklin Library
(note new location!) NEXT Thursday!

Strawberry Stroll 2016!



I'll be performing at the Strawberry Stroll
in downtown Franklin two weeks from today
in front of Jane's Frames from 4:00-7:00 p.m.!

Drummer!



Goodbye, EA! Great drumming on TuNesday!

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Barnes & Noble Performance!



I'll be performing at Barnes & Noble in
Bellingham, MA TODAY at 4:00 p.m.!

This is a fundraiser for Jefferson School!

Army Bear!



A DT student brought in a cute Army bear
that sings the "The Army Goes Rolling Along!"


Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Monday, May 23, 2016

This Wednesday!



This Wednesday I'll be performing at
Barnes & Noble in Bellingham as part
of a fundraiser for Jefferson Elementary!

There will also be raffles at this performance:


"Hello..."



This is the same guy who did the one for "Let It Go"
a few years ago. This time it's Adele's new one!

Chorus Concerts!


It's getting closer... just TWO weeks from today!




Spring Chorus Concerts


Jefferson Elementary 3rd, 4th & 5th Chorus Concert

Monday, June 6th, 2016, from 9:00-9:30 a.m.


Davis Thayer Elementary 4th & 5th Chorus Concert

Monday, June 6th, 2016, from 1:45-2:15 p.m.


We hope you will be able to attend a performance!

Mrs. Schoen


Song for Nancy
Words and Music by James H. Barrett

The following's a tribute to Ms. Nancy Schoen
The finest director that Franklin has known
She's led like a leader who always achieves
And fights for the Arts and for what she believes

Her students adore her as well as the staff
Who always enjoy her and hearing her laugh
There's always a smile and seldom a frown
That's the way that it's been since she came to this town

     And those gathering here would have to agree
     That the lives that she's touched will be her legacy

Worcester's the place she was born and was raised
And where her viola playing was rightly praised
Performed at MA All-State and the Congress of Strings
This before college and then onto more things

The Marching Band at UMass, a semester in Italy
Playing in Harry Levenson's Central Mass Symphony
Performing in orchestras where she'd accompany
Luciano Pavarotti and Andrea Bocelli.

     All those gathering here would have to agree
     That the lives that she's touched will be her legacy

She eventually arrived here in Franklin to teach
Sharing her passion for music as a way to reach
The thousands of students who've played in her bands
And eagerly followed all of her commands

These student performances were quite something to hear
The accolades followed her year after year
Awarded the MA Teacher of the Year in '05
She then became director and helped the arts thrive

     All those gathering here would have to agree
     That the lives that she's touched will be her legacy

Nancy's retiring with some big shoes to fill
A director, a teacher, and other things still
But now that she's leaving us... What will she do?
Now that the teaching and directing are through?

She'll probably be listening to some Joel or JT
Or spending time with her grandkids and the rest of her family
It's certainly hoped that we never lose touch
The Franklin community will miss her so much

     And those gathering here would have to agree
     That the lives that she's touched will be her legacy

Thursday, May 19, 2016

Cello Player



A 5th Grader plays the cello for his classmates!



Remington Orchestra



The Remington Orchestra plays "Dragon Hunter!"

Beanie & Bren



Strawberry Stroll


I'll be performing from 4:00-7:00 p.m.
at Jane's Frames in downtown Franklin!

This is happening three weeks from today!

Rock Band!


Have you ever wanted to be in a Rock Band
Whether you have musical experience or not, 
we will create a Rock Band from scratch and put 
on a Rock Show at the end of the two-week class!

Come join Mr. Barrett for this fun and entertaining class!

For Entering Grades 4, 5, 6
2 Weeks, July 11 to 22,
8:30 am to 12:30 pm
at Jefferson Elementary School



Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Special Performances!



Two girls perform the song "Lost Boy"


Four boys rock out for their classmates!

THE ARTS!



I received this great (albeit short!) article from our 
former Jefferson principal, Jane Hyman, yesterday:



Monday, May 16, 2016

C H O R U S



It's getting closer... only a few weeks away...




Spring Chorus Concerts


Jefferson Elementary 3rd, 4th & 5th Chorus Concert

Monday, June 6th, 2016, from 9:00-9:30 a.m.


Davis Thayer Elementary 4th & 5th Chorus Concert

Monday, June 6th, 2016, from 1:45-2:15 p.m.


We hope you will be able to attend a performance!


Sunday, May 15, 2016

Fabulous Day at Fenway!



It was a fabulous day at Fenway Park yesterday!
There were many Jefferson families in attendance!
And, Big Papi (Davis Ortiz) had quite a day, too!
And, the Red Sox won yesterday in extra innings!

Hero Artist!


Years ago, hero artist Rob Surette visited
Jefferson Elementary and left us with some
pretty awesome paintings! Beethoven above
can be found in the Music Room and the three
paintings below can be found in the main lobby!


Click Here to visit artist Rob Surette's website!

Saturday, May 14, 2016

Take Me Out To The Ballgame!



Looking forward to a Jefferson day at Fenway Park!


I love singing this classic! I'm sure we'll hear it today!

Friday, May 13, 2016

Talent Show!



The Jefferson Elementary School Talent Show is
TONIGHT at HMMS at 6:30 p.m.! See you there!

Here are some Talent Show acts from the past...



Bummer that I couldn't find the one of us wearing wigs
and rocking out to Hannah Montana's "See You Again!"

Thursday, May 12, 2016

Talent Show Practice!



Jefferson Talent Show practice today after school!

Beanie & Bren!


I've missed posting a couple of Beanie & Bren shows,
so here are some really great episodes for you to enjoy!




Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Teacher Appreciation!



Although Teacher Appreciation week was officially
last week, I am still receiving some nice gifts!



iLoveMusic



This is my bulletin board for the Jefferson main lobby!
It's not finished yet... It's a work-in-progress... Just like me!

Tuesday, May 10, 2016

A Man Named Davis Thayer



Check out the YouTube video below if you
would like to know more about Davis Thayer!


Monday, May 9, 2016

C H O R U S





Spring Chorus Concerts


Jefferson Elementary 3rd, 4th & 5th Chorus Concert

Monday, June 6th, 2016, from 9:00-9:30 a.m.


Davis Thayer Elementary 4th & 5th Chorus Concert

Monday, June 6th, 2016, from 1:45-2:15 p.m.


We hope you will be able to attend a performance!

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