The 2016 Fall Quarter Issue: The Short Story Finalists!
Dominic de Souza
Visual Arts Director
A pipe-smoking, sword-wielding, book-loving Catholic author who loves writing, reading and illustration. Dominic is married to Maria, and heads up the Visual Arts Department for Seton Home Study School.At noon release another leaf;
One from our trees, one far away.
Retard the sun with gentle mist;
Enchant the land with amethyst.
Ahh… Robert Frost. If you’re in North America, then Fall is setting in, and it’s time for the pumpkin craze and cranberry jellies. It’s also time to find out who were the finalists in the Summer Story Contest!
In this 2016 Fall Bulletin, enjoy the entries from the top four finalists. The contest required that students take a novel they’re reading in their high school year, and craft a story around one of the characters, either in the original time or in a modern setting.
The judges were very pleased to see some fine entries, and some very clever story telling. If you enjoy them, check out the online versions of each piece on this issue and leave a comment for the author!
We also have the winners of our first Art Challenge, where students were invited to create a piece of art around the Scriptural theme of Elijah being charioted into Heaven on winds of flame.
Again, we were impressed at some of the artistic maturity, and stylistic creativity that students provided.
This month we showcase two Seton students, and we bring you an article from our College Partner Program debunking the 5 myths surrounding college majors. Speaking of debunking, Bob Wiesner, Seton Counselor and Contest Judge, reminds us all of our ongoing need to keep our hearts and minds on the truth.
Hoping that you have a great Fall Quarter,
Dominic de Souza
Dominic de Souza
Visual Arts Director
A pipe-smoking, sword-wielding, book-loving Catholic author who loves writing, reading and illustration. Dominic is married to Maria, and heads up the Visual Arts Department for Seton Home Study School.
Dispelling 5 Myths about College Majors
Choosing a major is not as important as you may think. Sam Phillips shows how a liberal arts education paves the way for a variety of successful careers.
Student Profile: Ashlynn Fayth Smith
Ashlynn Fayth Smith shares her initial dislike for homeschooling, and how her hobbies now are baking and perfecting a British accent.
A Worthy Cause | Inspired by ‘The Scarlet Pimpernel’
Eleanor Fisher transposes the ‘Scarlet Pimpernel’ into a modern day short story, where the ‘Ghost’ is trying to safely get a family across the border.
The Monster of St. Petersburg | Inspired by ‘Tom Sawyer’
Margaret Caffery tells the story of Joe Harper learning to be good the hard way, through misadventures and trouble. A short story inspired by ‘Tom Sawyer’.
Wormwood’s Excuse | Inspired by ‘The Screwtape Letters’
Seton Senior Charles Foyle tells the backstory of Screwtape’s battle to capture the soul of a certain young moron in England.
3 Unexpected Reasons Why I’m a Grateful Homeschool Graduate
You may be surprised why Mary Donellan is a grateful homeschool graduate. Here she cites three amusing reasons which she credits entirely to homeschooling.
Seton Summer Quarter Art Challenge
Open to Seton High School Students, grades 9-12. Theme: Elijah being assumed in the fiery chariot (2 Kings 2:11).
The 2016 Seton Summer Quarter Story Contest
Open to Seton high school students, grades 9-12. Select a novel you are reading this year for Seton high school, and create a story around a character.
