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Shen-Val-Lore The Student Voice of Shenandoah Valley Academy
Shenandoah Valley Academy
December 16, 2016
Volume 86, Edition 2
Upcoming Events DECEMBER 18-21
Semester Exams
21-31
Christmas Break
January 1-3
Christmas Break
22
Principal’s Brunch / NHS Induction
23-27
Student-led Week of Prayer
28
Faculty Family Event
February 1-5 Cardinal Classic Basketball Tournament / Homeleave
Christmas Banquet
9-11
WAU Choir Festival
Allie Mae Magtanong
Once all of the Candlelight concerts were over, it was finally time for one more exciting event at the end of the weekend. On Sunday, December 11, the Student Association organized a Christmas banquet at the Waynesboro Country Club, followed by a classic movie night at the Wayne Theatre. That morning, some of the SA officers, along with Mimi, Mrs. Short, and other workers, started preparing the delicious courses for the evening. We cooked different kinds of homemade sauces for the pasta, sliced bread for the bruschetta, and handled all of the other side dishes. It took a lot of hard work and tireless
effort making sure all the food was ready to go. About an hour or so prior to departure, the girls started getting ready for the evening, dressing up in their best formal banquet dresses, while the guys fixed up their own suits and ties. Around 3:30 that afternoon, the guys headed over to the Girls’ Dorm to pick up their dates, and walked them to the buses to load around 4:00. Meanwhile, SA officers and other students arrived at the country club ahead of time to finish preparing the food and make last-minute adjustments to the decorations. The banquet venue was beautifully decorated with Christ-
mas lights, white drapes, and simple centerpieces. Tables were prepared with napkins and silverware, as well as a brief menu of that evening’s dinner. The fireplace was nice and warm, and added a cozy winter feel to the whole room. In addition, there was a hot chocolate bar with marshmallows and whipped cream. We made the finishing touches to the decor and table arrangements as we waited for the rest of the students and faculty to arrive. Some of us assisted in the kitchen, others lit candles, and the rest made sure the overall venue looked just perfect.
My job at the beginning of the evening was to greet everyone and to direct them to their assigned table. At each table everyone helped themselves to the starter appetizers of bread, bruschetta, and glasses of lemonade and water. Laughter and chatter filled the entire room, as many were already feasting. While everyone in the main dining room settled down and talked amongst themselves, SA officers and other volunteers gathered in the kitchen to begin preparing each entrée. Ms. Wiedemann warmly greeted everyone, and Pastor Harley gave a blessing over the food. Immediately after that, we served the main
course of bowtie pasta and spaghetti with a variety of freshly made sauces, along with a side of cooked asparagus. The moment the first tray of pasta came out the door, people were anxious to get their own food. Most were very patient, and highly pleased with what was served. It was quite hectic making sure each person was given the correct plate of food, while carefully maneuvering between tables, cautiously trying not to drop the food. Following that, it was time for a dessert of good-quality cheesecake. Continue on page 3
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ACT test / Boys/Girls Club Banquet
24
ROK Vespers
25
SA Talent Show
March 4-5
Middle School Basketball Tournament
10
3rd Quarter Ends
16-27
Mission Trip / Music Tour / Spring Break
APRIL 7-8
30-hour Famine
10-14
Week of Prayer
14 Alumni Weekend / Alumni Golf Tournament 15
Alumni Weekend
23
Junior/Senior Banquet
26-30
Table of Contents
1 Christmas Banquet 2 Senior Weekend 3 Christmas Banquet / Senior Religion Trip 4 Girls’ and Boys’ Club Retreat 5 Community Service Day / Advice
6 Twelfth Night / ROK Vespers / Ringfest 7 Staff Interviews / Journey to Bethlehem / Candlelight 8 Birthdays / Shout-outs
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