Actor & Film Maker Jose Yenque came to visit Pueblo today to share some of his stories and experiences in Hollywood. Students participated in a Q & A with Jose and he demonstrated how actors participate in ‘theater games’ with one of our Warriors.
Jose also screened Wednesday Afternoon, an award winning short film with a powerful message he starred in.
Thank you to the Arizona International Film Festival for bringing Jose to Pueblo!
As part of a collaboration with the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona, students had the opportunity to participate in a Q & A with author, film-writer and educator Alexandra Zapruder.
I’m Still Here, an MTV film based on her book Salvaged Pages was screened in the auditorium for our students. Here’s the movie trailer of the film:
The following day, students were able to share their thoughts on the film with Alexandra. Many had interesting questions and perspectives regarding the diaries written by youth Holocaust survivors.
This presentation was an excellent learning opportunity for our students. We want to thank Alexandra for coming and Bryan Davis, Youth and Holocaust Education Coordinator, for making it possible.
It was announced on Monday, March 1st that Carlos Armendariz would serve as interim Principal until the end of the school year. Mr. Armendariz is the Assistant Principal for Activities.
Letter From Mrs. Dienz to Pueblo Families:
Dear Pueblo Families,
I am writing to share some news about myself and about Pueblo. On Tuesday, February 9, I was named as the new Director of High Schools for Tucson Unified School District. I am very excited about this new opportunity to work, not only with Pueblo, but with all of our other TUSD high schools. But, I am also very sad to leave Pueblo and I want all of you to know how much I have loved working with all of you and your wonderful children.
Just to fill you in on the past few days, on Wednesday I announced my appointment to the director position to our faculty and staff, and then to your children on Thursday, and I am again speaking to them via our television station today. Your children’s response to my announcement has been overwhelming. They have shown me such great support and affection and have brought me to tears many times in the last couple of days.
Beginning on February 15, Mr. Michael Beck, Assistant Principal for Security and Student Services, will be my designee until the arrival of the interim principal, Dr. Lorraine Richardson. Dr. Richardson will begin on February 22nd. Some of you may be familiar with Dr. Richardson as she was principal of Pueblo for 8 years, retiring from our school in 2002.
As I leave Pueblo, I know I leave your children in good hands. Our faculty and staff care deeply for your children and I know they will carry on in their work to lead your children to even greater success. I will return for the graduation of the Class of 2010 and will take great joy with you, as we watch them cross the stage to receive their diploma.
Thank you for all you have done to support your children and Pueblo!
Sincerely,
Patricia J. Dienz
Our Mariachi teacher, Johnny Contreras, made the trip to Dallas, Texas to witness the opening of the brand new Cowboys Stadium. With a price tag of $1 BILLION, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones spared to expense. It’s been hyped up in the media the last few months and according to Johnny it was well worth it. He wanted to share some pictures and video of his experience.
Here’s a video of the opening kick-off:
Thanks for sharing!