If ever there was a day to give thanks for the work of our students, staff, and community arts partners, this was it. All K-5 Highland Park students and staff. along with approximately 100 3rd grade parents traveled today to The Paramount Theatre in downtown Austin to see third grade stories come to life on the stage. Fifteen buses took us to our destination today (yep, 15 - thanks AISD transportation for keeping us safe!), we were promptly seated, and the magic began shortly thereafter. Not only did we get to hear a bit about the storied history of the theatre from the wonderful Jennifer Luck, but student playwrights introduced themselves and their work - their work - then we were all treated to short skits by Paramount's The Story Wranglers. We saw Skippy Hippy and the Disco Chicken, Toolman, and the really funny The Babies Who Suck their Thumbs. Plus many, many more. I kid you not, this was one of those experiences we all will remember, most especially the students who were recognized as writers. They were beaming when they hit the stage to take a bow at the end.Jennifer, Pierce, Chad, Stacy, ALL wranglers, plus Maica...my hats are off to you as your energy and love of what you do serve as those role models kids need to see. True passion for the written word and true passion for the theatre. WooHoo third grade playwrights!
I give thanks for all of you, none more so than our Highland Park community. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and remember, we will have Round 2 of Story Wranglers in the spring. We'll keep you posted.
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| Buses lined up & ready to roll! |
