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When their kingdom becomes trapped in perpetual winter, fearless Anna joins forces with mountaineer Kristoff and his reindeer sidekick to find Anna's sister, Snow Queen Elsa , and break her icy spell. Although their epic journey leads them to encounters with mystical trolls, a comedic snowman , harsh conditions, and magic at every turn, Anna and Kristoff bravely push onward in a race to save their kingdom from winter's cold grip.
Frozen
What is the title of Mariah Carey's classic Christmas hit?
All I Want For Christmas Is You
When do scholars report back to school from the Winter break?
January 4th
The streets of NYC are usually decorated with this during the Holidays:
(A) Dirt (B) Snow Globes (C) Glitter (D) Lights
(D) Lights
The most common color(s) used for the Holidays are,
Green & Red
On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas.
The Polar Express
The character in this song had a very shiny nose!
Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer!
True or False: Middle school scholars sang carols around the Bronx to spread cheer amongst the elderly this past week.
False
The infamous tree lighting in NYC happens where?
(A) Botanical Gardens (B)Times Square (C) Rockefeller Center (D) United Nations
(C) Rockefeller Center
What does the phrase, "A White Christmas" mean?
Snow will be around on Christmas
In this live-action adaptation of the beloved children's tale by Dr. Seuss, the reclusive green Man decides to ruin Christmas for the cheery citizens of Whoville. Reluctantly joined by his hapless dog, Max, the Green meanie comes down from his mountaintop home and sneaks into town to swipe everything holiday-related from the Whos. However, the bitter grump finds a hitch in his plans when he encounters the endearing Cindy Lou Who.
The Grinch Who Stole Christmas
Finish the lyric: "Dashing through the snow,
In a one-horse open ________"
Sleigh!
Many families reference your trimester one report card to see what type of Holiday scholars will have. On what day was Report Card Conferences held this year?
December 6th
New York City department stores have some of the most creative and fashionable window displays on the planet. But during the holiday season – they become grand spectacles. Every year talented designers showcase elaborate holiday-themed wonderlands behind glass that attract both shoppers and passersby alike from all over the world. Can you name one of the festive department stores?
Macy's, Saks Fifth Avenue, or Lord & Taylor
How many days of Kwanzaa are there?
7
An eight-year-old troublemaker must protect his house from a pair of burglars when he is accidentally left home alone by his family during Christmas vacation.
Home Alone
Finish the lyric: "Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Let your heart be _______"
(A) Full (B) Light (C) Joy (D) Whole
(B) Light
Oh no, there is an emergency and we have to evacuate the building at School 1! How many exits are there in total?
6
A holiday tradition for 75 years and counting, the_______________ is an exciting holiday celebration! Join the world-famous Rockettes as they dance and kick, with precision and pointed toe, all the way into your heart.
Radio City Christmas Spectacular/Show
Which is more popular for gift purchasing: Black Friday or Cyber Monday?
Black Friday
Macy's was featured in this holiday film, where a little girl wished for a miracle.
Miracle on 34th Street
Which of these Christmas songs was originally intended to be sung at Thanksgiving?
(A) We Three Kings (B) Little Drummer Boy (C) Silver Bells (D Jingle Bells
(D) Jingle Bells
How many state exams do scholars take in the 8th grade?
3: ELA, Math, Science
Enjoying a performance of the Nutcracker Ballet is a perfect holiday treat for kids of all ages. This is an enchanting ballet, complete with an adorable little girl, an army of tiny mice, an enormous Christmas tree, marching wooden soldiers, a sugar plum fairy, magical sets with cascading snowflakes, and an ensemble of finely tuned dancers dressed in the most deliciously imaginative costumes. Where does this show take place every year?
The Lincoln Center