While Waiting in the Wings…
Lauren Kostoff
June 2, 2009
“Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you so grateful and humbled to be here performing on this stage….God, we thank you for this amazing opportunity to represent you to so many…I pray that tonight we leave it on the stage! And that in this performance, and in everything we do, all of the glory... Read more »
Like a Wave Upon a Shore
Lauren Kostoff
May 28, 2009
A senior class is like a wave upon a shore, called high school. And during their brief but long four years, their impact is etched in countless forms. The wave of a senior class can be strikingly powerful as it erodes and shapes the shore. It can be translucent, as it calmly beckons; it can be unexpected... Read more »
Teaching Pathways
Lauren Kostoff
May 20, 2009
There is something about a teacher that is nearly indescribable. They know and understand all of your hopes, dreams, downfalls, and triumphs—so much of a student’s heart is wrapped up in their teachers. An amazing teacher has the power to inspire, motivate, and forever change countless lives,... Read more »
Thespian Festival: The Foundation of our Connection
Lauren Kostoff
April 30, 2009
Throughout high school, countless connections are made. Connections that fizzle, some that stay strong, others that are firmly rooted, a few that are composed of fun and set to the soundtrack of laughter—but other connections are something much more raw and personal. This kind of deep, soulful... Read more »
Coloring our World with God’s View
Lauren Kostoff
April 24, 2009
It’s no surprise for any of us to hear that as American teenagers, we, for the most part, want for nothing. At least not basic needs; and no, a brand new Coach bag is not a basic need. But what we fail to realize is the effect these blessings have on our own personal worldview, which ultimately affects... Read more »
Putting on a Pretty Face on Facebook
Lauren Kostoff
April 9, 2009
“Today’s application is not just what you send … but whatever they can Google about you,” advised Jeff Olsen, head of Kaplan’s recent research on colleges visiting student’s Facebook and MySpace pages. A recent study conducted by the University of Dartmouth reported that 25% of college... Read more »
She Said, She Said…
Jessica Matthews and Lauren Kostoff
April 2, 2009
Jessica Says… Have you ever observed a 4-year-old driving a mini jeep along the sidewalk in your neighborhood, seen the excitement in their eyes as they step on the gas pedal, the thrill on their faces? Kids want to drive even before they can see into the rearview mirror. However, many families... Read more »
Cyber Research
Lauren Kostoff
March 26, 2009
“What is this anyway?!” “Is this even right… ugh! I wouldn’t even know!” “Who could have written this thing?….Bob Kebebew!” “Well who is that!?” “Does Bob even know what he’s writing about!?” “Is his name even really Bob?” “Do I site him as the author of the article... Read more »
A Broken Heart
Lauren Kostoff
March 12, 2009
Every tree and every stone/Every rushing wind that moans/They sing Your praise/My God, they sing Your praise/Every star and open sky/Tell of Your glory divine/They shout Your praise/They shout Your praise, yeah/You’ve stolen my heart/Yes, You have!/You’ve stolen my heart/Yes, You have!/You’ve... Read more »
Play On!
Lauren Kostoff
March 4, 2009
“What do you get when you take a community theatre production of a suspense mystery play, add a crazy cast of characters and sprinkle it with a disastrous dress rehearsal? An uproarious comedy you can bring the whole family to! Come enjoy the CCA Fine Arts High School production! Play On. This... Read more »