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Fourth Grade Hosts First Annual Poetry Recital!

On Friday, May 10, PCA Fourth Graders hosted their inaugural poetry recital in the Worship Center. Parents and guests were invited to attend this unique occasion. “I decided to begin this tradition during our poetry unit this Winter as a way for students to take ownership of poetry recitation,” stated fourth grade teacher, Charity Light.

Each student was able to choose any poem by any author as long as it had at least 10 lines in length, and were encouraged to explore longer ones. Students were drawn in to poetry once they were introduced to the work of Shel Silverstein. Some students chose funny poems and others chose serious ones. Student Karlee Sisk said, “I liked that we were the first grade to participate in the Poetry Recital.” 

In addition to poetry recitation, students were required to have at least one visual aid. They could also dress in costume and bring poster boards with information on their poem or utilize props.

“I am so excited about the inaugural Poetry Recital. Kudos to Mrs. Light and the fabulous fourth graders. This was such a great classical educational experience,” exclaimed fourth grader teacher, Jeanette Snook.

We hope this new tradition will continue for years to come. 

A Stunning Stage Performance Brings "Beauty And The Beast" To Life!

Be our guest! The PCA Middle School Drama Department, led by Drama teacher, Jenni Brown, wowed sold out audiences last Thursday through Saturday in the classic tale of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Junior.

The show was full of drama, musical ballads, perfected French accents, laughter and even the sponsor “commercials” were a hit!

Eighth grader Bella Pollard performed the role of Belle. “My favorite part of being Belle was the close relationships I built during the practices and building up to the play, they are all my really close friends now and I’m just so glad I got to do this with them,” states Bella.

Chase Desmond, eighth grader, scored the role of villain “Gaston”. The audience couldn’t get over his wig! “It was amazing working together with the cast." Chase reflects, “My favorite part about being Gaston was making people laugh.”

The Beast was played by eighth grader, Miles Johnson! In full costume and makeup, the transition into the beast was impressive. Miles says, “One thing I loved about being a part of Beauty and the Beast was seeing the work we put into the play pay off on opening night.”

Choir Director, Jolene Hethcox, arranged the musical score for the play and it was choreographed by PCA parent, Kelsey Nelson. The backdrops were created by the Upper School Art 2 class. Many thanks to parents for helping with the set, costumes, makeup, backstage coordination and so much more!

We appreciate our community sponsors for the event; The David M. Gilstin Insurance Agency, ZAGS and Lowcountry Gastroenterology.

Our PCA Drama students are bright stars and we cannot wait for next year's performance!