Sunday, July 7, 2013
Regarding mail received at R-MC after Latin Academy
Any mail received after 4pm Friday 7/12
will be discarded. The receiving department at R-MC will try to refuse any UPS/FEDEX packages. USPS
packages will be returned to sender. Anything requiring payment will be
discarded.
Saturday, July 6, 2013
Dies Quartusdecima
Salvete, omnes!
Today, in Latina Pro Vicis, Magister Perry took his classes on an exciting field trip..... to the grocery store! At the grocery store, we were able to practice our conversational Latin in a real-world setting. Our interactions with residents of Ashland along the way were especially entertaining. In Roman Art, we took a quiz on Julio-Claudian art and learned about Flavian art. Finally, in "Si se non noverit", Magister Cavedo picked apart and analyzed the words of great Ovid in "Echo and Narcissus". We discovered interesting word plays in our reading of Ovid's poem.
After lunch, we had "Quaestio", a time for studying and for asking help on homework from professors. The day continued with play practice, memoranda, and set design. After dinner, we all went to see Shakespeare's play, "The Comedy of Errors", outside! Thank you to the talented Richmond Shakespeare Organizations for hosting us.
We ended the day with lots of laughs and wide smiles! Keep reading to hear more about our exciting days at The Academy!
Today, in Latina Pro Vicis, Magister Perry took his classes on an exciting field trip..... to the grocery store! At the grocery store, we were able to practice our conversational Latin in a real-world setting. Our interactions with residents of Ashland along the way were especially entertaining. In Roman Art, we took a quiz on Julio-Claudian art and learned about Flavian art. Finally, in "Si se non noverit", Magister Cavedo picked apart and analyzed the words of great Ovid in "Echo and Narcissus". We discovered interesting word plays in our reading of Ovid's poem.
After lunch, we had "Quaestio", a time for studying and for asking help on homework from professors. The day continued with play practice, memoranda, and set design. After dinner, we all went to see Shakespeare's play, "The Comedy of Errors", outside! Thank you to the talented Richmond Shakespeare Organizations for hosting us.
We ended the day with lots of laughs and wide smiles! Keep reading to hear more about our exciting days at The Academy!
Dies Tredecima
Salvete, omnes!
Today, The Academy took part in a triumphal march to celebrate the 4th of July! Students, dressed in togas, marched in the head of the official Ashland parade. Mayor Faye Pritchard wore a blue toga reminiscent of the state seal, and rode in a chariot pulled by students Gopal, Jackson, Haider, and J.P. The cries of "Tempus est nunc", "Ecce Romani", "Sic Semper Tyrannis", and Catullus' poem, "Odi et Amo", echoed throughout the parade route. The cheers and smiles from the crowd surely brightened our day despite the grueling heat. Afterwards, we all wandered around the Ashland fair to munch on snow-cones and drink lemonade!
Play practice and memoranda continued after lunch. Then, we attended a lecture by Dr. Beth Fisher, member of the Classics department here at R-MC, about the Bronze Age and pottery. After learning the characteristics of pottery during the Bronze Age, Dr. Fisher put us to the test. Dr. Fisher put pottery shards on the screen and students used electronic voting technology to guess the type of pottery and the era from which it came.
After dinner, Princeps and Magistra Wilkins conducted a surprise "squalor check" to make sure students were keeping their rooms neat and tidy. Luckily, all of the students passed! Students then had free time to write letters and study before bed.
We hope you all had a wonderful Fourth of July!
Today, The Academy took part in a triumphal march to celebrate the 4th of July! Students, dressed in togas, marched in the head of the official Ashland parade. Mayor Faye Pritchard wore a blue toga reminiscent of the state seal, and rode in a chariot pulled by students Gopal, Jackson, Haider, and J.P. The cries of "Tempus est nunc", "Ecce Romani", "Sic Semper Tyrannis", and Catullus' poem, "Odi et Amo", echoed throughout the parade route. The cheers and smiles from the crowd surely brightened our day despite the grueling heat. Afterwards, we all wandered around the Ashland fair to munch on snow-cones and drink lemonade!
Play practice and memoranda continued after lunch. Then, we attended a lecture by Dr. Beth Fisher, member of the Classics department here at R-MC, about the Bronze Age and pottery. After learning the characteristics of pottery during the Bronze Age, Dr. Fisher put us to the test. Dr. Fisher put pottery shards on the screen and students used electronic voting technology to guess the type of pottery and the era from which it came.
After dinner, Princeps and Magistra Wilkins conducted a surprise "squalor check" to make sure students were keeping their rooms neat and tidy. Luckily, all of the students passed! Students then had free time to write letters and study before bed.
We hope you all had a wonderful Fourth of July!
Dies Duodecima
Salvete, omnes!
Today in Greek class, Dr. Casey introduced the magnificent third declension! After a bit of practice, we translated Greek sentences from our workbook. In Declamatio, Professor McCaffrey utilized individual whiteboards to help students work through the grammar constructions of Cicero's Pro Milone. Lastly, in menin agan, Magistra Wilkins led a discussion of Book IV of the Iliad and then the class took a short quiz. Then, Magistra WIlkins taught her classes more about the Minoans. After lunch, Dr. Rebecca Benefiel, a 1992 Latin Academy attendee, spoke to the Academy about "The House of the Faun and the Popular Culture in Ancient Pompeii". Dr. Benefiel discussed characteristics of the domestic environment, wall inscriptions, and Hellenistic motifs. Then, all the students endured torrential rain on the way to the gym for a workout and a game of dodgeball with the Japanese Governor's Academy! After dinner, the Academy was treated to a movie showing of Black Orpheus. Mr. Cavedo led a great discussion on the movie afterwards; the discussion primarily focused on the parallels between the movie and the myth, "Orpheus and Eurydice". Lastly, we ended the night with Epistulae.
Valete, omnes!
Today in Greek class, Dr. Casey introduced the magnificent third declension! After a bit of practice, we translated Greek sentences from our workbook. In Declamatio, Professor McCaffrey utilized individual whiteboards to help students work through the grammar constructions of Cicero's Pro Milone. Lastly, in menin agan, Magistra Wilkins led a discussion of Book IV of the Iliad and then the class took a short quiz. Then, Magistra WIlkins taught her classes more about the Minoans. After lunch, Dr. Rebecca Benefiel, a 1992 Latin Academy attendee, spoke to the Academy about "The House of the Faun and the Popular Culture in Ancient Pompeii". Dr. Benefiel discussed characteristics of the domestic environment, wall inscriptions, and Hellenistic motifs. Then, all the students endured torrential rain on the way to the gym for a workout and a game of dodgeball with the Japanese Governor's Academy! After dinner, the Academy was treated to a movie showing of Black Orpheus. Mr. Cavedo led a great discussion on the movie afterwards; the discussion primarily focused on the parallels between the movie and the myth, "Orpheus and Eurydice". Lastly, we ended the night with Epistulae.
Valete, omnes!
Thursday, July 4, 2013
POMPA ET FESTIVVS PROPTER LIBERTATEM
Note from princeps:
Not only did the Latin Academy have a position of honor in the Ashland 4th of July Parade, we also had the privilege of transporting the Mayor of Ashland, Faye Prichard! She donned one of our blue tunics emulating Virtus on the Great Seal of Virginia.
Not only did the Latin Academy have a position of honor in the Ashland 4th of July Parade, we also had the privilege of transporting the Mayor of Ashland, Faye Prichard! She donned one of our blue tunics emulating Virtus on the Great Seal of Virginia.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Dies Decima
Salvete Omnes!
Today, students learned about the myth of Daphne and Apollo in Si Se Non Noverit. Students then had a chance to make up group stories based on a picture in Latina Pro Vicis. In Artes Romanae, Magistra Carroll led the students in a discussion of he similarities and differences in Julio-Claudian art.
After lunch, Dr. John Miller presented on the connections between our theme, Nosce te ipsum, and Ovid. His very interactive lecture invited us to explore Ovidian wordplay and possibly subversive references to Augustus. Afterwards, the students divided into their afternoon activities. During play practice, students blocked scenes for the first time. Also, production of the Memory DVD has begun! Students picked music, organized pictures, and began individual projects.
After dinner, the entire Academy was invited to President Lindgren's house for desserts. Everyone enjoyed the chance to dress up.
Today, students learned about the myth of Daphne and Apollo in Si Se Non Noverit. Students then had a chance to make up group stories based on a picture in Latina Pro Vicis. In Artes Romanae, Magistra Carroll led the students in a discussion of he similarities and differences in Julio-Claudian art.
After lunch, Dr. John Miller presented on the connections between our theme, Nosce te ipsum, and Ovid. His very interactive lecture invited us to explore Ovidian wordplay and possibly subversive references to Augustus. Afterwards, the students divided into their afternoon activities. During play practice, students blocked scenes for the first time. Also, production of the Memory DVD has begun! Students picked music, organized pictures, and began individual projects.
After dinner, the entire Academy was invited to President Lindgren's house for desserts. Everyone enjoyed the chance to dress up.
Dies Nona
Salvete Omnes!
Classes resumed today. Students reviewed Greek sentences and learned new Greek vocal. Cicero's defense of Milo continued in Declamatio and, after two classes, students reached the main clause! The Trojan War raged on in Magistra Wilkins' class. Students also covered the Cycladic Civilization and examined Folded Arm Figurines (FAF's for short). After a Latin-only lunch, students gathered back at the dorms for Greek practice. Students then had the opportunity to work out at the gym. Then, Dr. Andrew Becker, the day's guest speaker, explained sound, sense, and meter in English, Latin, and Greek poetry. Finally, students learned to perform various types of Greek folk dances. Rebecca said, "It was fun and exhausting." Students learned the four main kinds of dancing which originated on four different islands. First, our guest instructor, Mosca Flint, showed the students the steps. Then, the students got in line and practiced them one row at a time across the floor. Finally, the students formed a giant circle and danced together. Everyone had a great time!
Classes resumed today. Students reviewed Greek sentences and learned new Greek vocal. Cicero's defense of Milo continued in Declamatio and, after two classes, students reached the main clause! The Trojan War raged on in Magistra Wilkins' class. Students also covered the Cycladic Civilization and examined Folded Arm Figurines (FAF's for short). After a Latin-only lunch, students gathered back at the dorms for Greek practice. Students then had the opportunity to work out at the gym. Then, Dr. Andrew Becker, the day's guest speaker, explained sound, sense, and meter in English, Latin, and Greek poetry. Finally, students learned to perform various types of Greek folk dances. Rebecca said, "It was fun and exhausting." Students learned the four main kinds of dancing which originated on four different islands. First, our guest instructor, Mosca Flint, showed the students the steps. Then, the students got in line and practiced them one row at a time across the floor. Finally, the students formed a giant circle and danced together. Everyone had a great time!
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