Checking in with Mr. Weis at the Perkin Observatory
Friday, May 18, 2012 at 2:22PM 
Some Thoughts on Astrophotography
We have a fine astrophotography set up at the Perkin Observatory, with a conventional digital camera for near space shots and deep space CCD camera to take us beyond the solar system and into remote galaxies. However, as everyone knows, there are plenty of provocative and beautiful deep space photos available from places like the Hubble site. Why, then, do we take such pride in our facility? One answer is that the process of photography is arguably as important as the product. It is also true that the subject matter in space is distinct from what photography usually deals with, in that it is not visible at all without fairly sophisticated equipment. Most of nature can be appreciated on some level with the naked eye. Most of space cannot.
Letting Mary Go
Monday, May 14, 2012 at 10:24AM 
Henry Walters writes:
There was a time I resented having to eat dinner. When I was a kid, my kitchen job was always to set the table, so when I smelled garlic on the stove, that meant: stop what you’re doing. Whatever game you were playing before your mother called, it was always interrupted by the same ritual: placemats, napkins, knives, forks, spoons, salt, pepper, and a jug of water for the centerpiece. What did these things have to do with food? I didn’t like having to pray before the meal. I didn’t like having to make conversation during it. I didn’t like having to pass the salad. I ate with my head bowed, concentrating, and very fast, a little bit like a wild thing.
In the Classroom with LP Runyon
Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 4:26PM 
We stopped by to visit the Sculpture III class this week, which recently moved from the old Art Studio to the brand new Horgan Art Studio. The students in the course are enjoying the new space and are immersed in a series of distinct independent projects.
Earth Day
Monday, April 30, 2012 at 3:58PM 
Earth Day 2012 took place on a tempestuous morning this past Monday. Students and faculty braved the rain and wind and took the to the outdoors to take part in a number of activities to celebrate and protect our environment.
The Outdoor Club
Friday, April 20, 2012 at 10:13AM 
The Outdoor Club, headed by Mrs. Jackson and Mr. Weis, have already embarked on a series of hikes and other adventures. The five students in the group are Charles Williamme, Aliyah Westbrook, Cole Rogers, John Lewtas and Aron Cowen-Luehrmann.