Share a poem with everyone you meet on Poem in Your Pocket Day at CATS Academy Boston on April 27th. Select a poem or compose an original work and carry it with you in your pocket all day, sharing the poem and the fun of National Poetry Month wherever you go.
Adapted from: Academy of American Poets
By: Brian Nguyen
“I couldn’t wait for spring break and the London Exchange Program. It was such a great opportunity it blows my mind now.” – Michael Tran
Why did you choose to join the London Exchange Program instead of going back to your home country like many other students?
I love finding out about the world’s history, to understand how people have changed and developed. London is a city that has a mix of antiquity such as Oxford University, Big Ben tower and modernity like The Shard Building, the fourth-highest skyscraper in Europe, or the London Eye. They made me so curious that I couldn’t wait to visit.
What did you do in London? And what did you like most?
I visited many places such as Saint Paul’s Church, the Bank of England, Emirates Stadium, and the London Eye, to name a few. Each was a great experience and a lot of fun. I visited Oxford University – which is a well-known and ancient university. It’s an excellent school which I would love to attend. I also went to the Big Ben tower which always displays the exact time. It is built beside the Thames River, and I must say it seemed quite romantic. I liked the London Eye the most because I could see the whole of London from it. I could see the petite alleys running between the old buildings which made London so captivating. After visiting the sights, you can walk along the River Thames, and drink a hot cup of tea. It was such an amazing experience; it is hard to find words to describe it. I had a great time!
How do you feel about CATS Canterbury? Are there any differences between CATS Boston and CATS Canterbury?
CATS Canterbury is a nice school with an antique-style building. I had the honor to talk to CATS Canterbury’s Principal. We had a pleasant conversation about life in the United States and England. There were a few cultural differences, but the schools are similar in that they offer a common opportunity: to give students the best environment to study, especially students who speak English as their second language.
Is there anything else you want to share?
You should visit London. I promise you will never regret the time you spend there. It’s a beautiful city which has everything, from great landscapes, good food to very nice people. I’ll go back there whenever I have a chance!
By: Tristan Fornari Hospital
On Friday, April 7th, 2017, the first CATS Madness 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament took place in our state of the art gym during the evening. The event was organized by Math teacher and Student Government Advisor Mr. Mike Cerbarano along with some students from student government. Each of these students’ passion and dedication showed through the success and meticulous organization of the event. The food, entertainment, music, mini-games, a three-point contest, and free throw competition added to the allure of the event.
The event was supported by teachers, staff members, and dorm parents who volunteered to be referees. Their role in helping the event run smoothly cannot be overlooked.
Overall the tournament was a complete success that exceeded all expectations. Mr. Cerbarano was pleasantly surprised that many student spectators came to the tournament to support their friends who were playing. This added to the positive and fun environment of the tournament. Lastly, I want to congratulate all the winners of this major event, Sebastian Uribe Munera, Horacio Ornelas Ramirez, and Guilherme Sousa Pires beating the runners up Weir (Wenzheng) Zhu, Ross (Ganghun) Kwon, and Lo Tsz Fung. Ultimately, the whole CATS Academy community deserves credit for being supportive of this wonderful event.
By: Jackie Kovalcin
Spring can be beautiful. The weather becomes gradually warmer, the flowers begin to poke through the dirt, and the sun shows more and more of itself with each passing day. Spring can also be less than beautiful. With the mud, allergies, and soggy fields, spring can be less-than-optimal. Below are some tips to help guide you through this transitional season.
Photograph Source: Barrie Today
By: Rafaela Goncalves
In the essay “Earth Hour 2017: ‘There’s never been a more critical moment in the fight’, Jueun Choi, from USA TODAY, points out that, on the following Saturday from the day the news was published, almost 200 countries and territories all over the world would show their support for the “protecting the planet” cause by going dark for an hour starting at 8:30pm on March 25, 2017. Terry Macko, senior vice president of marketing and communications at World Wildlife Fund, believes that the Earth Hour is a chance to show the world we, as a whole, dwell and stay strong, firmly, to the Paris Agreement established purpose. In addition to shutting down all the lights, the organization urges people to contribute with other actions too, such as changing and donating their Facebook profile picture and feed to the cause. Aiguo Dai, a professor in the department of atmospheric and environmental sciences at the University at Albany, claims the dark hour is a symbolic gesture. In addition, some hotels as Hilton and Marriott International are collaborating with the cause by doing some promotions and some artists are even giving support to the campaign.
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