Small Elementary School NEWS

We are proud and happy to announce the completion of the "Small but Gaudi" mosaic bench at Dora L. Small Elementary School. The community-based project was named after and inspired by the Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi who is famous for covering his structures with mosaics.

First, a special Hoorah! goes to Mrs. Wood's '05/06 2nd grade class and their art teacher, Leslie DeGeorge, for designing the 6' x 2' underwater scene. Children (and parents) for years to come will sit on the bench and imagine a colorful world under the sea.

Second, a volunteer & community project of this scope takes many hands and much heart. Very special thanks goes to the following: Maya Howard for initiating the bench project as part of Schoolyard Greening; Principal Bonnie Hicks for her support and patience; Portland Trails for financial support through a community grant; Aaron Bourassa for installing the concrete form and granite legs; Catherine Bickford for professional and technical support; Leika, Lisa, Megan, Suzanne, Leslie and Gayle for snipping and glueing hundreds of glass tiles; Megan, Jim and some helpful children for assisting in the final installation. And of course, Laurie Spugnardi "Small but Gaudi" Coordinator, Parent Volunteer, Mosaic Artist & Teacher

Come by and sit-a-spell. It really is beautiful and adds so much life and color to the entrance of the school!

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