Longview School - EAGLES

Do you know what EAGLES stands for? Find out what it means to this school.


The 'Big Night' of the Christmas Concert at Longview School was on Thursday, December 22nd. It was great to see such a large crowd in attendance and enjoying our adaptation, by Kathryn Schultz Miller, of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Leading up to the performance, students were extremely busy in rehearsals, learning scripts, making props and organizing costumes to wear. Students and staff put a great deal of work in preparing for the performance and it was very apparent with its great success. The dress rehearsal tea, which Longview School hosted with the gracious support and help of our School Council and parents, for community members and seniors was a wonderful event and enjoyed by all during the afternoon of December 20th. Everyone enjoyed the tea and treats served and the entertainment provided by the students. The dress rehearsal provided a great opportunity for students to work through the performance in a supportive environment. They received feedback and an opportunity to reflect and make changes to improve their performance.
The overall goal of our drama presentations at Longview School is to foster a positive self-concept in students by encouraging them to explore life by assuming theatric roles and acquiring dramatic and presentation skills. It is very important for all of our students to be involved and engaged in this school wide activity, with every student having a part in the production. Such a large scale project brings the whole school together which fosters school pride and team building. We are a team at Longview School where everyone plays an important role, has responsibilities and high expectations. Our students take great pride in being an eagle. EAGLES stand for E (Engaged), A (Academic and Athletic), G (Goal Setters), L (Leaders), E (Excellence Achievers), S (School Spirit Promoters). These words are about the qualities, characteristics and behaviors we expect from and foster in our students. Even though we are a small school we think, act and dream big. Our school is a supportive environment that empowers students, staff and parents to work together and do their best. There is heart and soul in everything that goes on at our school and it is the staff, students and community that foster this. Students would like to thank their moms, dads, family and friends for supporting their drama productions and in making them a huge success!