UCSD High School Band/credit: Ch8TV

The first band concert for the school year was held at the high school big gym on October 14, 2014. Kerry McNamara, the concert director and music teacher, led the 6^th Grade Woodwind Band, the Junior High Band, and the High School Band performances. Normally, the young musicians play published pieces from around the world. For this concert, she added a local flavor to the line-up -- a Brent Bain original.

USAFV's flyer on Suicide Prevention

Unalaskans Against Sexual Assault & Family Violence (USAFV) held the 5^thAnnual “Make A Difference” dinner for suicide prevention and awareness Saturday, October 4th. About 50 people attended the event.  This year’s dinner was a little different; instead of having a panel of professionals answering questions, dinner attendees were asked to visit at least 5 of 7 tables and take part in an activity. The activities included a short quiz; a “drawing feelings” exercise; watching a short video; naming local resources; and practicing talking about difficult subjects. The tables were staffed by representatives of USAFV and their community partners, including the Iliuliuk Family & Health Services Medical and Behavioral Health Programs, the APIA Behavioral Health Program, the Unalaska City School District, the Unalaska Department of Public Safety. Young people who attended the event were asked to write pledges describing how they can make a difference in our community.

Student of the Week for October 13-17, 2014

The 5^th/6^thGrade Department Selected Neslyn as Student of the week for the following reasons:

• Neslyn is a fun student to work with. Although new to playing the clarinet this quarter, she has worked extraordinarily hard to make enormous progress. This is truly a testament to her work ethic and perseverance. Keep up the good work Neslyn! - Ms. McNamara, Band Teacher