One Book – One School is an annual school community project at Powell Elementary that creates a common literacy experience through the school-wide exploration of a single book. This year’s book, Yesterday I Had the Blues, by Jeron Ashford Frame, with illustrations by R. Gregory Christie, is a poetic interpretation of the emotional qualities of different colors. Each kindergarten through fifth grade class will study this book and its themes in a variety of ways. In addition, every Powell family will receive a paper back copy of the book to share at home.
The kick-off to this years’ One Book One School project started in January when Powell school hosted the state’s first “Blues in the Schools” residency with Blues Musical Artist in Residence, Roger “Hurricane” Wilson and professional musician and Powell parent, Ira Planer. These musicians worked directly with teachers and students during a week-long musical residency in January.
The entire period of study will culminate in a student created, collaborative, multi-media performance in six acts; each act is a different color and may contain combinations of art, dance, theatre, music or video.
You are invited to the performances at 7p.m., March 19 and 2:15 p.m., March 20 in the school’s multi purpose room. The students promise you’ll leave feeling in the pink!
Thanks to Deb Bray of Powell Elementary for submitting this article to GotNews!