May 12, 2026
SCHOOL NEWS:
It’s time for “this date in history.” On May 12, 1907, Katharine Hepburn was born in Hartford, Connecticut. Hepburn is known as one of the most talented actresses to have ever appeared on the big screen and even earned four Oscar Awards. Though she did not live in Connecticut her whole life, she remained close to her Connecticut roots and visited her family’s estate in Old Saybrook. Additionally, she helped raise awareness to clean and preserve the Connecticut River. Hepburn passed away at the age of 96 and rests in the Cedar Hill Cemetery in Hartford. Other famous birthdays on this date include baseball player Yogi Berra, comedian George Carlin, actors Emilio Estevez, Stephen Baldwin, Rami Malek, Kim Fields, Emily VanCamp, and skateboarder Tony Hawk. Thanks for listening to this date in history.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Bonjour, Le Lynx members! Join us for our FINAL cooking event of the year on Thursday, May 14th from 2:15–4:00 p.m. in the Annex Kitchen! Come celebrate an amazing year with delicious French-inspired treats and fun with friends! On the menu: Chocolate Crêpes topped with whipped cream, strawberries, bananas, and Nutella; Stuffed Croissant Bites; Mini French Bread Pizzas; and Chocolate “Petit Beurre” Sandwiches. Don’t miss this tasty end-of-year celebration! Please see Ayden Kennedy or Mr. Ly with any questions.
Fuel your finish line sprint at the BSA’s Chocolate Delight Bake Sale during Tuesday's (04/28) home track meet. Enjoy chocolate-covered strawberries, Oreo-layered brownies, white chocolate cake pops, and more. Grab a treat for yourself or save for later. Proceeds will support our annual Black History Month Fair and field trip.