August 2015 - Lindley College

August
2015
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CHRONICLE
A Newsletter for Family & Friends of Lindley College
What’s Inside
The Buzz
The Dolphins
The Fury
The Hurricanes
The Mosaics
The Phoenix
The Stingrays
The Thundercats
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THE BUZZ
Wellness | Relationships | Career Exposure | Community Service
Out in the Community
With the perfect weather we had been having our group decided to go on a
boat ride at City Lake Park. The group enjoyed the beautiful sites and sounds of
nature. In addition to the peaceful water the students saw different animals,
islands, and beautiful homes by the lake. If you get a chance, we definitely
recommend going for a ride at the park.
At the High Point Library, located in downtown High Point, our group saw
"Robin Hood" the play. This production consisted of 2 actors one male and one
female, who switch off playing different characters. This play was free and open to
the public. The show was full of fun and excitement with interaction with the
audience. The students had a great time and enjoyed the show.
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Interview With…
We took a trip to Deep Roots in
Greensboro to interview the Assistant Manager Rebecca.
Question 1 How long have you been in business?
We have been here since 1976.
Question 2 How much does it cost to become one of the owners of the store?
It is only $100 to become an owner of the business. Also, as a owner you receive
discounts on all of your purchases at the store.
Question 3 Is it very expensive to shop here?
Not necessarily, we believe it's a fair price for quality products.
Question 4 Do you only have food for people that don't eat meat?
No, we have food for almost everyone's specific dietary needs.
Question 5 Does some of your products come from local farmers?
Yes, actually all our products are from local suppliers & farmers.
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THE DOLPHINS
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Electives
This summer we explored
the continent of Europe. We
learned about Germany,
Italy, Ireland and Spain. We
learned fun facts about
each country and hot topics
surrounding those
countries. We sampled
recipes and enjoyed their
music. We learned some
words in the language or
learned to write our name.
We found out that all of the
countries love to play
soccer. Next month- off to
Africa!
Out in the Community
This month we have been able to get outside
in the sunshine as well as chill out at the movies.
We divided into groups and had a scavenger hunt
on the waterfront. Did you know we had to find a
horse and carriage, a musician, a water taxi, a
sculpture of a giant Venus Fly Trap and about a
dozen more! Our group found everything except
the red leather suit!
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Interview With…
This month we choose to interview Alphanzo Parez. He Is responsible for managing a
visiting Spanish Galleon to our port in Wilmington. The name of this ship is the El Galeon.
Many of us were able to tour its decks, while others learned about the history of this 16th
century floating museum. Brendan and Ben took a video so others could see 'below'. We
hope to tour other ships to compare them in the future.
Question 1 What is the purpose of this ship?
Answer 1
Back in the day it was sent from the King of Spain to explore the American
Coastline. This "museum" was built to look like the ship that discovered St.
Augustine (Florida).
Question 2 How many people does it take to operate it?
Answer 2
50-80. They had carpenters, cooks, sailors and many more. Now it is operated
by 20 people, many are volunteers.
Question 3 What makes it 'go'?
Answer 3
Back then it only used the wind in its sails. This ship has 2 engines they can use
when there is no breeze.
Question 4 How old is it?
Answer 4
It is 6 years old and it took 2 years to build.
Question 5 Did they were uniforms?
Answer 5
Back then only the soldiers did, not the crew. They protected the people and
supplies they carried from pirates.
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THE FURY
Wellness | Relationships | Career Exposure | Community Service
New Students
High Point
City Lake
Park
Megan started Lindley College
with the determination to use this
opportunity as stepping stone to
learn job skills and make positive
friendships.
Out in the Community
Shawn started at Lindley College
by only coming 2 half days, but he
loved it so much that he now
comes 4 days a week (and is
working on getting the 5th day!)
We love seeing Shawn’s bright
smile and cheerful attitude!
We got a wonderful break from the August heat by taking a
relaxing boat ride at the High Point City Lake Park. The lake
is a a manmade 340 acre lake that the city of High Point uses
for it’s drinking water.
During our 45 minute cruise, Captain Tom pointed important
plants and animals that are indigenous to the lakeside area.
Thank you to Ann Sprinkle for setting up this relaxing cruise
and to Captain Tom for sharing your years of experience with
us!
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Jennifer-August 11 Interview With…
Bethany traveled to Beijing, China to work with New Day Foster
Home to teach the staff working there and children living there ASL.
Bethany shared with our students photos and memories of her
summer in Japan and China.
Ryan-August 22
Question 1: Why did you go to China?
I went to work with Deaf kids and help them learn more American
Sign Language.
Question 2: We learned how to make spring rolls when we studied
the Asian countries and they were really good. Did you have any
really good food?
I love their dumplings, sweet and sour chicken, and rice!!!
Question 3: Are there any cultural customs that you had to learn
while you were traveling?
Typically most people in Asia do NOT point with their finger, they
mostly indicate with their whole hand.
Question 4: Did you travel to China by yourself or did you go with
friends? And did you make any friends while you were in China (and
how do you keep in touch with them)?
I went by myself but lived with a group of people all over the world. I
made lifelong awesome friends. I use the app WeChat to keep in
touch with my Chinese friends.
Question 5: Your pictures show you going to a lot of different
places. Do you have a favorite place that you visited?
The wild Great Wall! No other people but our small group in the
middle of no where!
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THE HURRICANES
Wellness | Relationships | Career Exposure | Community Service
Highlights
This month, we went to
the newly built pool at
Hagan Stone Park with
all of the other groups.
After making sure we all
had on sunscreen, we
jumped in the pool and
enjoyed the sunshine.
We ate pizza, salad, and
watermelon for lunch.
We really enjoyed
going down the water
slides! We had an
awesome time with our
friends here at Lindley
College.
Fun Times at Lindley College
This month we wanted to try something a little
different. We made homemade paint for our art projects.
The recipe is simple: 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup salt, 1/2 cup
water.
Mix until smooth, then divide it up into three sandwich
bags and add a few drops of liquid water color or food
coloring to each bag.
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New Students
Interview With…
We had a chance to ride the Amtrak to Discovery Place in
Charlotte, NC. There were interactive, hands-on exhibits that cover a
variety of scientific concepts like physics and earth science. On our
way to Charlotte, we interviewed Maxine to learn more about Amtrak
Our new student is Nikki
T. She enjoys spending
time with her dog
Sergeant. During her
free time, she loves
watching Disney movies
and searching through
magazines for the latest
fashions.
Question 1 How can someone apply for a job at Amtrak?
Answer 1 You have to set up a profile and apply online.
Question 2 How many trains are owned by Amtrak?
Answer 2 more than 300 trains each day on 21,300 miles
of track.
Question 3 What is the most exciting part of working for
Amtrak?
Answer 3 The most exciting part about working for Amtrak
is getting the opportunity to learn about all the railroad
systems.
Question 4 Does every student on the train get a cool
sticker?
Answer 4 Yes, all students get a neat sticker when they
ride with us.
Question 5 Why do you like volunteering here?
Answer 5 I love to travel. That’s really why i volunteer my
time so I can see new places.
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THE MOSAICS
Wellness | Relationships | Career Exposure | Community Service
Fun Times at Lindley College
We made ice cream! We used half and half, sugar, vanilla and
ice in plastic bags. We topped the ice cream with whipped cream
and sprinkles. It was cool eating it out of ziplock bags!
We made Kenyan pastries. They are called samosas. We filled
the pastries with berries and apples. We topped them with whipped
cream and powdered sugar.
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Interview With…
We went to the Bicentennial Garden in Kernersville, NC. We
toured the garden and we picked different kinds of vegetables. We picked
squash, tomatoes, cucumbers, and lots of other veggies!
Question 1 Who waters the plants?
Answer 1
There is an automatic watering system, but we have gardeners as well on
the hot days to help.
Question 2 Who plants the plants?
Answer 2
We have 3 gardeners that do the majority of the work.
Question 3 Who does the tours?
Answer 3
We have volunteers that help us lead the tours through our garden.
Question 4 What else do you do here?
Answer 4
We hold meetings, weddings and many other events here.
Question 5 Do you plan to build anything else here?
Answer 5
We have plans to expand our garden tremendously.
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THE PHOENIX
Wellness | Relationships | Career Exposure | Community Service
Electives
Interview With…
The Phoenix group went with the other
groups to see the replica Spanish galleon ship in
downtown Wilmington and interviewed some of the
crew members.
This month we learned about
Kenya and Egypt. Our students
learned about the different
types of language that are
spoken throughout Africa. Each
student researched their name
in different African languages.
We also found out the history
of the ancient tombs, and how
they were now turned into
graves after the Renaissance
period.
Question 1
Has this ship been in any movies?
Answer 1
El Galeon was featured on the NBC series,
“Crossbones.”
Question 2
How many decks does this ship have?
Answer 2
This ship has 6 decks.
Question 3
Why did pirates target this ship?
Answer 3
Because of the ships size and precious cargo.
Question 4
What time period was this ship active?
Answer 4
It was most active in the 1600’s.
Question 5
Is this replica ship the same size as the
original?
Answer 5
Yes, this ship is an exact replica of the
original.
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Fun Times at Lindley College
This month we had our end of summer celebration! We had BBQ
and low country boil along with music, games, and an epic water fight!!
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THE STINGRAYS
Wellness | Relationships | Career Exposure | Community Service
Highlights
This month the Stingrays finished their tour of Europe with visits to Spain and Italy. The
students made paintings in the style of Pablo Picasso. We learned about the bullfighters in Spain and
the running of the bulls. The students made Spanish rice as a cooking activity and enjoyed learning
colors, numbers, and a few phrases in Spanish. For Italy we learned about the Capital city of Rome.
We learned about Vatican City which is a very small country inside Italy that is the seat of the Catholic
Church and where the pope resides. We made "tile" mosaics out of dried beans which was a lot fun
fun and turned out very pretty. Next stop was the continent of Africa. We visited Kenya where we
learned about many of the different animals that live there. We learned that Swahili is the language
spoken there and tried to learn a few phrases. We learned that it is very hot there. Last stop was
Egypt where we learned about the ancient Pharaohs or kings of Egypt. We learned about the
pyramids and mummies. We talked about the Nile river and how it flows from south to North and is
vitally important to the country. In cooking we made Egyptian omelettes
Also this month, a replica of a Spanish ship, El Galleon sailed into wilmington powered by the
wind in its sails. The students toured the ship. Many commented that their favorite part was seeing
the cannons and cannon balls.
Students also joined into teams to participate in a scavenger hunt downtown. Students had to
find a musical instrument, a postcard of Wilmington, and a military monument just to name a few.
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Interview With…
Lindley Waves showed off their organizational skills on Thursday, august 20. A large
group of students and staff ventured out to the MLK center to pack book bags with school
supplies for the second annual back to school bash. We opened many boxes of supplies,
formed a production line and filled the book bags with notebook paper, notebooks, pens
and pencils to name a few items.We filled 300 bags in only 45 minutes, all the while
having a great time. Over all 2500 bags were distributed the following Saturday to needy
children in Wilmington. We look forward to many more volunteer activities. Fun was had
by all for a great cause.
Question 1 Who gets the book bags?
Answer 1
Children in Wilmington who may not be able to aford school supplies.
Question 2 How many bags will be given away?
Answer 2
2500.
Question 3 What grades are they for?
Answer 3
Elementary, Middle School, and High School.
Question 4 How many years have you been doing this
event?
Answer 4
This is the second year.
Question 5 What is your favorite part of doing this?
Answer 5
Knowing that we have helped children have the tools
to participate and succeed in school.
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THE THUNDERCATS
Wellness | Relationships | Career Exposure | Community Service
Highlights
For one of our fun
outings this month,
we had a bowling
tournament at Spare
Time bowling lanes.
We had a Guys Vs.
Girls tournament. The
girls team beat the
guys with a final
score of 187 to 121.
Out in the Community
Our group had an awesome picnic
lunch at Triad Park. This is one of the
largest parks in our area with swings,
playgrounds, and several fields to play kick
ball or soccer. We had turkey sandwiches,
chips, and juice. After lunch, we all played
several group games!
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Interview With…
The Thundercats had the chance to visit our local animal shelter and
see some of the animals looking for new homes. During our visit, we
interview Mr. Robert to learn more about their operations.
Question 1 Do you allow people to volunteer here at the shelter?
Answer 1
Yes, we welcome kind and hard working volunteers.
Question 2 Are all of the animals here up for adoption?
Answer 2
While we have many animals looking for new homes, not all of them are
ready for adoption.
Question 3 How many volunteers can you have onsite per day?
Answer 3
Typically we will have 4-5 volunteers daily but it can change depending on
our needs.
Question 4 How long has this shelter been serving this area?
Answer 4
We have been here since 1998.
Question 5 Are people allowed to give monetary donations?
Answer 5
Yes, they can give in person or online.