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SALLY RIDE SCIENCE FESTIVAL ENCOURAGES GIRLS TO EXPLORE
HANDS-ON SCIENCE AT LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
BATON ROUGE, La. - As America's first woman in space, Dr. Sally Ride inspired young girls to pursue their dream to travel into space. Now, she's encouraging young girls to dig into hands-on science at Sally Ride Science Festivals across the country.
The festival's next stop: Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge.
The Sally Ride Science Festival will be held on Nov. 16 from 12:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. on the LSU Campus. The event is presented by ExxonMobil and Sally Ride Science and hosted by the Gordon A. Cain Center for Scientific, Technological, Engineering and Mathematical Literacy at LSU, in partnership with the Colleges of Engineering and Basic Science.
"As a former NASA employee, I am thrilled that Sally Ride Science is bringing this hands-on science festival to Louisiana," State Superintendent of Education Paul Pastorek said. "Sally Ride has been inspiring young girls to explore science and technology for many years and this festival is just one example of her extraordinary commitment to being a role model, educator and scientist."
The festival is targeted toward upper elementary and middle school girls, but is open to the public. It features discovery workshops for students presented by local scientists and engineers, and workshops for parents and teachers on how they can inspire and support students to pursue their interests in math and science. A highlight of the festival is an inspiring talk by astronaut Wendy Lawrence, a veteran of four space shuttle missions. The festival also includes a street fair with activities, booths and music.
"It is important for us to engage our students in hands-on math and science activities that stimulate the mind without losing their attention. Festivals like this accomplish those goals while also introducing young people to professionals enjoying success in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics," Deputy Superintendent Ollie Tyler said. "I applaud Dr. Ride's efforts to help our students as they continue to make academic progress in the areas of math and science."
The cost of the festival is $10 and advance registration is required. The registration fee includes the featured talk, workshops and street fair. Scholarships are available for those in financial need. For more information, call 1-800-561-5161.
To register for the festival or get more information about Sally Ride Science, visit www.SallyRideScience.com .
"Woodvale Student Wins Award for Artwork" " Beau B. (4th grade) wins 1st place in the 3rd - 5th grade category at the Very Special Arts Awards Ceremony"  
left: award-winning drawing
right: Beau at awards ceremony
"Students Win Giant Easter Bunnies & Baskets" Brianna L. in 4th grade
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Aidan F. in 1st grade were the winners of the giant Easter bunnies & baskets
"Kindergarten Students Celebrate Chinese New Year" 
"Dragon Visits 2nd Graders" 
Lynn McElroy's 2nd graders take a trip to China
Ballet Acadiana Visits Woodvale's Library Ballet Acadiana performed a short piece from their upcoming show "The Littlest Angel" .
Ballet Acadiana, Acadiana's newest non-profit ballet company, along with UL Lafayette present "A Holiday Celebration” featuring “The Littlest Angel", December 7th at 7:00 p.m. & December 8th at 3:00 p.m. with an Angel Meet and Greet Reception (to be held in the Bastille Room in the ULL Student Union) immediately following the Saturday performance. The performances will be held at Angelle Hall located on the UL Lafayette Campus.
Full of whimsical humor and captivating charm, Ballet Acadiana offers a holiday show families will not want to miss. Local talent, 9 year old Hailey Dupont makes her debut as the Littlest Angel. Ms. Dupont is a 4th grade student at Westminster Christian Academy in Lafayette. For tickets, please contact Ballet Acadiana at 337-856-5959. All general admission tickets will sell for $10 and tickets to the Angel Meet and Greet Reception can be purchased for an additional $10 per child.
Ballet Acadiana continues its commitment to connecting education with the art of ballet, through
professional caliber dance training and opportunities. For additional information, contact Ballet Acadiana
at 337-856-5959 or visit www.balletacadiana.org
Woodvale Celebrates National French Week November 5-9 
 
 
Woodvale's Teacher of the Year Chantell Nabonne 2nd Grade Teacher 
2007 Patriotic Ceremony in memory of Dr. David Thibodeaux 
  
                 Special thanks to Beth Bolinger (Kindergarten teacher) & Claire Bernard (Music teacher) for making this event so special!
2007 A.R. Limo Ride/Luncheon The Library sponsored an end-of-the-year Limo Ride/Luncheon to CiCi's Pizza for the top 5 point earners in grades 1st - 4th. Thanks to Acadiana Courier for providing us with a discounted rate on the Limo. 
Harvey Rabbit 2006 
"Littlest Angel" 1st grade library performance 
Literacy Night 2006  
 
 
 
Tilly Witch Visits Kindergarten & First Grade Classes for Halloween Chris Menard, Woodvale's Reading Facilitator, visits K-1st grade classes to do a shared writing activity! 
“Pirate Visits Woodvale” International “Talk Like a Pirate Day” Samuel “Blackcoat” Roberts visited Woodvale in celebration of International “Talk Like a Pirate Day”, Tuesday, September 19. Blackcoat recently received a Letter of Marque from Woodvale’s Principal, Vera Shanklin. He visited the students to share his adventures on the high seas.  Blackcoat sailed across the Gulf of Mexico on his ship, the Singe Perdue. A few of the classes at Woodvale Elem. were visited by Blackcoat during their scheduled library time. Students in K-2 heard exciting stories about Blackcoat's fellow pirates such as Henry & the Buccaneer Bunnies & How I Became a Pirate. The students in the upper grades took part in a discussion on the historical facts/events of piracy. Booktalks were also given by Blackcoat enticing the students to check out one of these fascinating tales: Treasure Island, Peter & the Starcatchers, or Pirates: Raiders of the High Seas. Some of the classroom teachers participated in Writing Contests & Treasure/Scavenger hunts; prizes were awarded. Thank you PTC for your generosity! Special thanks to P.E. Assistant, Stuart Keller for volunteering to organize and carry out this special event!
Sesame Street Visits Woodvale 
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