School

Homecoming 2021

Posted in Celebrations, Molly, School on October 15th, 2021 by c-had – Be the first to comment

Molly went to her first Homecoming dance. I set up a a little photo studio to get a few pictures before Molly left.

MHHS Homecoming 2021

The back

Homecoming 2021

Homecoming 2021

Molly then went to a pre-party with some friends.

Homecoming pre-party

Homecoming pre-party

With mom

She had a great time!

Starting new schools

Posted in Leah, Molly, School on August 30th, 2021 by c-had – Be the first to comment

Molly is now in high school and Leah is now in middle school. Hard to believe. We're glad they're back in school full time this year, and excited for the new adventures.

First day of 9th grade

First day of 6th grade

Starting High School

Starting Middle School

Starting Middle School

End of schools

Posted in Leah, Molly, School on June 15th, 2021 by c-had – Be the first to comment

We're finally at the end of this unique school year! This is the end of the line for both of them at their respective schools. Here's to new adventures in the Fall (and being in school 5 days a week)!

Finishing out at two schools

And for a before and after, here are some girls starting middle school almost 3 years ago, and finishing it now.

Middle School Orientation

End of middle school picture

Battle of the Books

Posted in Leah, School on April 16th, 2021 by c-had – Be the first to comment

Leah's team, the Quarantween Readers, had a great time in Battle of the Books.

Battle of the Books

I was worried she was going to miss out on this fun experience since it was over Zoom instead of in person, but it was great! In some ways, it was better than the in-person experience. The girls were very into the competition, and spent every spare moment dancing and laughing. Afterward, Leah said it was one of the best days of her life.

Battle of the Books

Battle of the Books

Battle of the Books

Battle of the Books

Battle of the Books

Battle of the Books

First day of virtual school

Posted in School on September 8th, 2020 by c-had – Be the first to comment

It's the first day of 8th and 5th grade for the girls. School is virtual, but a lot more than what they were getting back in the spring.

First day of 8th grade

First day of 5th grade

Molly Solo and Ensemble Festival

Posted in Molly, Music, School on February 2nd, 2020 by c-had – Be the first to comment
Solo and Ensemble octet

Molly's orchestra director at school organized octets for those interested in smaller ensembles this year (as you may have seen at Barnes and Noble). Molly's octet performed at the Howard County Solo and Ensemble Festival in February. They were fantastic, and earned a superior rating and an invitation to the state festival later this year.

Molly Symphony Orchestra Concert January 2020

Posted in Molly, Music, School on January 24th, 2020 by c-had – Be the first to comment

In addition to her Chamber Orchestra, her GT Sinfonia, and her octet, Molly joined the Symphony Orchestra at school again this year. This group includes 6th-8th graders, and combines strings with winds, brass, and percussion. They meet at 6:50am before school every Tuesday and Thursday, so these are some dedicated kids. They had their first concert in January.

Leah concert times 3

Posted in Leah, Music, School on January 22nd, 2020 by c-had – 1 Comment
Chorus concert

Leah had a very busy concert evening in January. The evening began with Leah singing with the school Chorus.

After singing with the chorus, Leah transitioned to the stage to play her cello in the Advanced Orchestra made up of fourth and fifth graders.

Advanced Orchestra

Leah still wasn’t done, though. Next, she played her cello in the Symphony Orchestra as well.

Symphony Orchestra

Nice job, Leah!

Molly Chamber Orchestra January 2020

Posted in Molly, Music, School on January 10th, 2020 by c-had – Be the first to comment
Chamber Orchestra

Molly had her winter Chamber Orchestra concert in January. This is her main, during-school group that meets every day. They were great!

Barnes and Noble concert

Posted in Molly, Music, School on December 12th, 2019 by c-had – Be the first to comment

Molly is part of a string octet at school, and they played at Barnes & Noble in December. They're very good.