ALL parents, alums, parents of alums, grandparents and adult

 ALL parents, alums, parents of alums, grandparents and adult friends of JBS are invited!
D ate/Time
Wednesday, February 4
Check-in
Session I
Session II
Double Session
6:30 – 7 pm
7 – 8 pm
8:15 – 9:15 pm
7 – 9:15 pm
Fee
$20/person
Fees are presented to the faculty as honoraria.
R egistration
Print out the registration form, fill it out and return it with your check
to the Development Office by Monday, January 26.
Register early – Enrollment in some classes is limited.
If you have difficulty,
Please call Nancy Cusanelli at 314/993-4045 ext. 264.
Take two classes – selecting one from Session I and one from Session II OR… take one double-session class. Session I Classes A Constitutional Primer Flash Fiction Sizes of Infinity Printmaking 101 Bomber Athlete Workout Pearl Harbor and 9/11 Ballet 101 Adolescence…YIKES! Wines of Italy Mark Smith Ellie DesPrez Paul Salomon Donya Allison & Howard Jones Kevin Kinney Christine Marshall Jennifer Kinney Prue Gershman Philip Barnes & Jim Lowe
Session II Classes World War I Antony & Cleopatra Back Stage JBS Fine Arts Collection Wines of Italy Linguistics The Tea Totaler Yoga Beginning Band Mark Smith Anita Hagerman Brian Connor Donya Allison & William Shearburn Philip Barnes & Jim Lowe Jason Taff Richard Sandler Ellie DesPrez Tim Baker Double Session Classes Dream On, Green On Golf Mudslinging (pottery) Film Studio in Your Pocket Jamie Wagner Ellen Port Andy Denney Jen Gosnell
Session I Classes 7 – 8 pm A CONSTITUTIONAL PRIMER
MARK SMITH
Everything you always wanted to know about the Constitution but were afraid to ask: This class will set the U.S.
Constitution in historical context, discuss its key themes and show the document’s development over time. FLASH FICTION
ELLIE DESPREZ Sudden fiction, microfiction, nanofiction, flash: by any one of a number of names, the very short story is the
object of a surge in literary attention. But despite the genre’s current trendiness, works of very short fiction come
from many centuries and many continents. We’ll read several tiny tales and talk about what, in essence, makes a
story. SIZES OF INFINITY
PAUL SALOMON To infinity... and beyond? Are all infinities created equal or are some infinities larger than others? We'll spend our
time digging into some groovy modern mathematics. No special knowledge or experience will be required – just
an appreciation for the bizarre, mind-bending, and curious. PRINTMAKING 101
DONYA ALLISON & HOWARD JONES Burroughs printmaking teachers will demonstrate a variety of traditional print processes (lithography etching,
relief, monotype, silk screen). If you’ve ever wondered how prints are made, this is the class for you. The class is
also helpful for learning to identify prints and is an excellent primer for the class on the JBS Fine Arts Collection
offered second session. BOMBER ATHLETE WORKOUT
KEVIN KINNEY Take the challenge and go through an actual workout that our students do as part of their team in-season training
in the weight room. The intensity will be adjusted appropriately, but the techniques, movements and focus will
give you an understanding of what we do to improve overall athleticism and reduce the likelihood of injury in all
sports. PEARL HARBOR AND 9/11
CHRISTINE MARSHALL
We’ll explore the renewed interest in the attack on Pearl Harbor following the 9/11 attacks, the similarities and
differences between these two events, the possible distortion or simplification in making historic analogies, the
use of primary documents and personal memories in the study of history, and unique features of the Arizona
Memorial and 9/11 Museum.
BALLET 101
JENNIFER KINNEY If you've ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a ballet or even in your own child's dance class, give
some ballet basics a try. We’ll discuss the history of ballet, learn the structure of a typical class, and sample some
ballet exercises. You’ll gain a greater appreciation for the art of classical dance and for all dance styles,
enhancing your next evening at the theatre. Dress comfortably and bring a pair of socks. ADOLESCENCE…YIKES!
PRUE GERSHMAN Adolescence is a time of change, and parents have to change too – at least as we relate to our teens. The
challenge: how to keep the communication going! We’ll discuss many ways to do this, drawing from some of the
pros: Riera (Staying Connected to Your Teenager), Stepp (Guiding Our Children Through Early Adolescence),
Blaney (Please Stop the Rollercoaster) and Faber and Mazlish (How to Talk So Teens Will Listen & Listen So
Teens Will Talk). Session I Classes Continued on Next Page … WINES OF ITALY: GRADUATING FROM GRIGIO
PHILIP BARNES & JIM LOWE
When we consider Italian wines, many of us think rosso first, bianco second. If asked to name Italian whites, we
may not get much past pinot grigio. We’ll broaden the viniferous horizon by exploring whites across the
peninsula, with names as evocative as “suave” and “tears of Christ.” To appreciate the vini all the more, we’ll
provide a selection of formaggi with some rustic loaves to cleanse the palate between tastes. NOTE: This class is
offered during session II as well.
Session II Classes 8:15 – 9:15 pm WORLD WAR I
MARK SMITH On this 100th anniversary of the conflict, this class will consider the origins, fighting, and aftermath of what
contemporaries called “the war to end all wars.” SHAKESPEARE'S “ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA”
ANITA HAGERMAN Shakespeare in the Park will celebrate its 15th season with the monumental “Antony and Cleopatra,” in which
intense sensuality clashes with formidable political power as a pair of charismatic leaders navigate the poisonous
space between private desires and public ambition. Join us for a provocative and engaging general introduction to
one of Shakespeare's great late tragedies and its spectacular performance history. NOTE: Michael Donahue ’01
will direct the Shakespeare in the Park production of “Antony and Cleopatra”! BACK STAGE
BRIAN CONNOR What makes for a state-of-the-art theater? We’ll explore our new performing arts center from the hypogeum
(underground) to the fly loft, from the light & sound booths to the green room, from the main stage to the black
box – we’ll see it all. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and clothing in which you can move easily. Be prepared to
walk up and down spiral stairs and maybe even some ladders – this tour is a challenge by choice! JBS FINE ARTS COLLECTION – HISTORY & HIGHLIGHTS
DONYA ALLISON & WILLIAM SHEARBURN David Hockney. Willem De Kooning. Ellsworth Kelly. Tom Friedman. They are but four of the 100 artists
represented in the Burroughs fine arts collection. Donya Allison, faculty member and curator of the collection,
and William Shearburn ’79, gallery owner and chair of the school’s Fine Arts Advisory Committee, will lead you
on a tour of the highlights of the school’s permanent collection. They will discuss the history of the collection and
its use as a teaching tool. WINES OF ITALY: GRADUATING FROM GRIGIO
PHILIP BARNES & JIM LOWE
When we consider Italian wines, many of us think rosso first, bianco second. If asked to name Italian whites, we
may not get much past pinot grigio. We’ll broaden the viniferous horizon by exploring whites across the
peninsula, with names as evocative as “suave” and “tears of Christ.” To appreciate the vini all the more, we’ll
provide a selection of formaggi with some rustic loaves to cleanse the palate between tastes.
NOTE: This class is offered during session I as well. LINGUISTICS – THE SCIENTIFIC STUDY OF LANGUAGE
JASON TAFF Linguistics is loosely defined as the scientific study of language. Although we use language in our lives every
day, we rarely stop to look at it objectively. During this class, we’ll consider the ideas studied by linguists,
address some of the myths about language that non-linguists often believe, and explore how we can learn about a
society by studying linguistic patterns. Session II Classes Continued on Next Page … THE TEA TOTALER
RICHARD SANDLER
Experience a tea-tasting of several batches selected from plantations spanning the globe. We will examine the
history of tea-making, the various categories and types of preparation. Sample various Assams, Keemuns,
Darjeelings, and a host of green teas as well as some of the best scones and shortbread to be found. WIND DOWN YOGA
ELLIE DESPREZ
By definition, yoga balances effort and ease. Our evening practice will focus mostly on relaxing through a variety
of stretches and restorative poses. Beginners are welcome, as are experienced yoga practitioners. Wear
nonbinding clothes. BEGINNING BAND CLASS
TIM BAKER
Ever want to play a band instrument? We will provide all the materials, including instrument and music. By the
end of the class, we will be performance-ready. Please select from trumpet, flute, clarinet or trombone.
Double Session Classes 7 – 9:15 pm DREAM ON, GREEN ON
JAMIE WAGNER Enjoy a laugh-filled evening watching No Impact Man, a documentary that follows a New York couple trying to
live one year with the smallest possible ecological footprint. A discussion about the movie and sustainability will
follow. We’ll explore the challenges and hope for a more sustainable life and learn why New York City is the
greenest place in the entire United States. ARE YOU GAME?
ELLEN PORT Bring a mid-iron, a sand wedge and a putter to boot – and let’s see what kind of numbers you can shoot. Well,
you won’t actually be playing a round of golf, but you will have a great time working on your swing and putting
stroke. There is always something to learn when it comes to the greatest game ever played! MUDSLINGING
ANDY DENNEY
In this class, you’ll learn two different ways to throw pottery – how to throw like a machine and how to throw like
a child. The hope is to combine both methods so that you can create your very own masterpiece with the most
important quality: the human one. The class will cover basic skills associated with throwing vessels on the wheel,
including wedging, centering, drawing up clay, forming a bowl and trimming. FILM STUDIO IN YOUR POCKET
JEN GOSNELL Have a smartphone? Have access to a computer? If so, you too can make decent videos without too much effort!
No one will nominate you for a film award, but you will leave this class with an edited and published video under
your belt. We’ll take a look at a few free and cheap tools for filming and for quick post-production editing. And
we’ll explore how to use YouTube to store and share videos with as much privacy as you wish. Short videos are a
great way to send birthday or holiday greetings, stitch together photo slide shows, or simply express yourself.
Find your inner director with this class! Back to School Night
Registration
PLEASE PRINT THIS PAGE, fill it out and send with your check to
JBS Development Office, 755 South Price Road, 63124
by Monday, January 26
$20 per person – additional $10 “lab fee” for Wines of Italy
Checks should be made payable to John Burroughs School
If you’d like to register for two or more “students,” just print out multiple registration forms.
You may write one check.
Questions? Contact Nancy Cusanelli at [email protected] or 314/993-4045 ext. 264
Name ______________________________________________Daytime Telephone ______________________
E-mail Address_____________________________________________________________________________
Sign up for one class in Session I and one class in Session II – OR one double-session class.
Please indicate first and second choices for each session, as class sizes are limited.
Session I
7 – 8 pm
Session II
8:15 – 9:15 pm
Double Session_______________
7 – 9:15 pm
__ Constitutional Primer
__ World War I
__ Dream On, Green On
__ Flash Fiction
__ Antony & Cleopatra
__ Golf
__ Sizes of Infinity
__ Back Stage
__ Mudslinging
__ Printmaking
__ JBS Art Collection
__ Pocket Film Studio
__ Wines of Italy
__ Wines of Italy
__ Bomber Athlete Workout
__ Linguistics
__ Pearl Harbor and 9/11
__ The Tea Totaler
__ Ballet 101
__ Yoga
__ Adolescence…YIKES!
__ Beginning Band
__clarinet
__flute
__trombone
__trumpet
Faculty Spotlight
DONYA ALLISON joined the Fine Arts Department in 2000. She teaches painting, drawing and printmaking, and is
a senior class faculty sponsor. She is also the director of the Bonsack and Kuehner Galleries and curator of the
school’s fine art collection.
TIM BAKER joined the Music Department in 2008. He currently chairs the department and teaches Beginning
Band, Jr. Band (team taught), Band 8 (team taught) and two sections of Jazz II. Tim directed the Maryville
University Pep Band 2011-13 and currently plays drum for the Ransom Note. He is a faculty co-sponsor of the 7th
grade.
PHILIP BARNES joined the Classics Department in 1988. He teaches 8th grade Latin, Latin III, Latin V; all three
levels of Greek; and music history. Since 1989, he has served as the artistic director of the St. Louis Chamber
Chorus. Philip has organized and led numerous student and adult trips to Italy since 1990.
BRIAN CONNOR joined the Burroughs faculty in 1996. He teaches theater design and production. He is also the
production manager for the Haertter Hall Performing Arts Center, a faculty sponsor of light and sound, and
director of the Global Youth Leadership Institute for JBS.
ANDY DENNEY joined the Fine Arts Department in 2000. He teaches ceramics, senior intensive study and
independent studies. He is a faculty co-sponsor of the student literary magazine, The Review. Andy also teaches
pottery at The Craft Alliance, and his ceramic work has been exhibited throughout the country.
ELLIE DESPREZ joined the English Department in 1998 and currently serves as its chair. She teaches 7th- and
11th-grade English and an honors English senior seminar. She also teaches yoga classes conducted through the
after-school fitness program and serves as faculty co-sponsor of Works in Progress: An Anthology of Middle
School Creative Work at Burroughs.
PRUE GERSHMAN joined the Burroughs faculty in 2005. She is chair of the Counseling & Wellness Department,
coordinator of health education, faculty liaison to the Family Network and faculty sponsor for Kids Under
Twenty-One. She is a licensed clinical social worker.
JENNIFER GOSNELL '85 joined the Burroughs faculty in 1996. She is the educational technology specialist and a
librarian. She also teaches 8th-grade computer-based research. ANITA HAGERMAN joined the English Department in 2013. She teaches English II and IV. Before coming to
Burroughs, she taught literature, composition and linguistics at Washington University and Webster University.
HOWARD JONES joined the Fine Arts Department in 1987. He teaches 7th and 8th grade painting and drawing,
upper school painting and drawing level 1, printmaking and photography. JENNIFER KINNEY joined the Modern Languages Department in 2013. She teaches French 8, French I, Spanish 7,
and a fall dance class. She is also the assistant director of the annual dance show. KEVIN KINNEY joined the Burroughs faculty in 2011 as the school's strength and conditioning coach. He is
certified as an NSCA strength and conditioning specialist and coach practitioner and as a USA Weightlifting
sports performance coach.
JIM LOWE joined the Classics Department in 1989. He teaches 7th grade Latin, Latin II, Honors Latin IV and
Foundations of Western Literature. He is also a college counselor. Jim has chaperoned many school trips to Italy,
and in spring 2012 was a Bogliasco Fellow in Northern Italy. CHRISTINE MARSHALL joined the Burroughs faculty in 2002. She teaches 7th grade social studies and World
Civ I. She is sponsor for the 7th & 8th Grade Model United Nations.
ELLEN PORT joined the Burroughs faculty in 1986. She has coached numerous sports teams, her longest stint as
the JV field hockey coach. She now heads up the girls and boys golf programs, both of which have won State
championships. Ellen is a six-time USGA champion and has a record-setting nine Missouri Amateur titles. She
was selected to captain the 2014 U.S. Curtis Cup team, which was victorious in the most prestigious international
competition in amateur golf. Ellen is also a member of the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame and the St. Louis Sports
Hall of Fame.
PAUL SALOMON ’02 joined the Math Department in 2013 to teach Geometry 10, Algebra II and AP Calculus.
Prior to Burroughs, Salomon taught for seven years, most recently at St. Ann's School in New York City. He cowrites “Math Munch,” a math blog for middle school students.
RICHARD SANDLER joined the Burroughs faculty in 1987. He teaches 8th-grade English, two sections of junior
English, one section of senior English and a senior honors English seminar. He is also co-sponsor of the Student
Court.
WILLIAM SHEARBURN ’79 chairs the Burroughs Fine Arts Advisory Committee and is the owner of the William
Shearburn Gallery.
MARK SMITH joined the History Department in 1998. He chairs the department and teaches American
government, U.S. History and Bioethics.
JASON TAFF joined the Burroughs faculty in 1994. He teaches Math 7, 9th grade Geometry and Algebra II. He is
also the math competition coordinator. Jason holds a bachelor's degree in math and linguistics and a master's in
linguistics.
JAMIE WAGNER joined the Burroughs faculty in 1988. He teaches 7th grade social studies, World Civ I and a
senior elective, Urban Issues and Design. He holds a master’s degree in urban planning and real estate
development. Jamie is the faculty sponsor of the KIVA Club and a member of the faculty/staff sustainability
committee.