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Nueva Social Impact Filmmaking Club: Humans of Nueva, Episode 2
Social Impact Filmmaking Club
In this second installment of Humans of Nueva, student members of the upper school Social Impact Filmmaking Club (SIFC) discuss ChatGPT, a machine learning chatbot, with other students, teachers, and alumni, to get their perspectives on the newest artificial intelligence that has taken the world by storm.
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![Introducing Athletics Director Brett McCabe]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1674149276/nuevaschoolorg/zy8hduf60mfcmhhcth3v/McCabeBrett-5-ADJ.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1674149276/nuevaschoolorg/zy8hduf60mfcmhhcth3v/McCabeBrett-5-ADJ.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1674149276/nuevaschoolorg/zy8hduf60mfcmhhcth3v/McCabeBrett-5-ADJ.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1674149276/nuevaschoolorg/zy8hduf60mfcmhhcth3v/McCabeBrett-5-ADJ.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1674149276/nuevaschoolorg/zy8hduf60mfcmhhcth3v/McCabeBrett-5-ADJ.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1674149276/nuevaschoolorg/zy8hduf60mfcmhhcth3v/McCabeBrett-5-ADJ.jpg","width":2200}])
At the start of the new year, Nueva welcomed Brett McCabe as Nueva’s athletics director and newest member of the Extended Leadership Team. We sat down with him to learn more about his journey to Nueva, his excitement about this new role, and why he decided to move back to Northern California, the first place he called home.
![Nueva Social Impact Filmmaking Club: Humans of Nueva, Episode 2]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1670004551/nuevaschoolorg/o2z659oed4obihf3yhlg/ScreenShot2022-12-02at100841AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1670004551/nuevaschoolorg/o2z659oed4obihf3yhlg/ScreenShot2022-12-02at100841AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1670004551/nuevaschoolorg/o2z659oed4obihf3yhlg/ScreenShot2022-12-02at100841AM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1670004551/nuevaschoolorg/o2z659oed4obihf3yhlg/ScreenShot2022-12-02at100841AM.png","width":1112}])
In this second installment of Humans of Nueva, student members of the upper school SIFC discuss ChatGPT.
Inspired by the "Humans of New York” journalism project, Nueva SIFC’s new series, "Humans of Nueva," highlights Nueva students, allowing them to share their unique passions and interests with the broader Nueva community.
![Student Film: Nueva Artist Spotlight]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1666284573/nuevaschoolorg/xs4phvnwp0kvmvwbiukt/ScreenShot-10-20at4850AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1666284573/nuevaschoolorg/xs4phvnwp0kvmvwbiukt/ScreenShot-10-20at4850AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1666284573/nuevaschoolorg/xs4phvnwp0kvmvwbiukt/ScreenShot-10-20at4850AM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1666284573/nuevaschoolorg/xs4phvnwp0kvmvwbiukt/ScreenShot-10-20at4850AM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1666284573/nuevaschoolorg/xs4phvnwp0kvmvwbiukt/ScreenShot-10-20at4850AM.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1666284573/nuevaschoolorg/xs4phvnwp0kvmvwbiukt/ScreenShot-10-20at4850AM.png","width":1920}])
The 2022 Nueva Artist Spotlight is a short film created by the Nueva Social Impact Filmmaking Club (SIFC) which provides students with an opportunity to showcase their artistic talents and delve into their inspirations, motivations, and more!
![Reflections on National Coming Out Day]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1665685791/nuevaschoolorg/fvrgvwz2auwxsb4h9i4o/IMG_9972-JanitaKumar.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1665685791/nuevaschoolorg/fvrgvwz2auwxsb4h9i4o/IMG_9972-JanitaKumar.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1665685791/nuevaschoolorg/fvrgvwz2auwxsb4h9i4o/IMG_9972-JanitaKumar.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1665685791/nuevaschoolorg/fvrgvwz2auwxsb4h9i4o/IMG_9972-JanitaKumar.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1665685791/nuevaschoolorg/fvrgvwz2auwxsb4h9i4o/IMG_9972-JanitaKumar.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1665685791/nuevaschoolorg/fvrgvwz2auwxsb4h9i4o/IMG_9972-JanitaKumar.jpg","width":2200}])
In celebration of National Coming Out Day on Tuesday, Oct. 11, Nueva faculty and staff members shared their reflections.
![Middle School Cross Country: For the Love of Running]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1664479736/nuevaschoolorg/atzz8pic51vj9ndoiexz/IMG_8921.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1664479736/nuevaschoolorg/atzz8pic51vj9ndoiexz/IMG_8921.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1664479736/nuevaschoolorg/atzz8pic51vj9ndoiexz/IMG_8921.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1664479736/nuevaschoolorg/atzz8pic51vj9ndoiexz/IMG_8921.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1664479736/nuevaschoolorg/atzz8pic51vj9ndoiexz/IMG_8921.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1664479736/nuevaschoolorg/atzz8pic51vj9ndoiexz/IMG_8921.jpg","width":2200}])
Three eighth graders reflect on their experience on the Nueva cross country team, sharing the values they’ve learned, the memories they’ve made, and the fun that they’ve had.
![Introducing Director of Communications Karin Storm Wood]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1657665692/nuevaschoolorg/datwbtbbzk3y3pkp4rb7/karinstormwood.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1657665692/nuevaschoolorg/datwbtbbzk3y3pkp4rb7/karinstormwood.jpg","width":300}])
Karin Storm Wood joined Nueva this summer all the way from Brooklyn, New York as both a member of our leadership team and a Nueva parent. She has already begun immersing herself in the community—wearing both hats!—and getting to know the people that make Nueva special.
![Melanie León Steps into Role of Director of Admissions]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661985472/nuevaschoolorg/s4d6uzudqkb7uupbbrjh/6S1A6067.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661985472/nuevaschoolorg/s4d6uzudqkb7uupbbrjh/6S1A6067.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1661985472/nuevaschoolorg/s4d6uzudqkb7uupbbrjh/6S1A6067.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1661985472/nuevaschoolorg/s4d6uzudqkb7uupbbrjh/6S1A6067.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1661985472/nuevaschoolorg/s4d6uzudqkb7uupbbrjh/6S1A6067.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1661985472/nuevaschoolorg/s4d6uzudqkb7uupbbrjh/6S1A6067.jpg","width":2200}])
In you case you missed it in the latest issue of Nueva Magazine, we invite you to get to know new Director of Admissions Melanie León. Embodying Nueva's learn by doing, learn by caring ethos, Melanie has already begun to immerse herself in the Nueva community and to develop relationships with Nueva community members (and she is an 11th grade advisor!).
![Get to Know Director of Social Justice and Equity Savannah Strong]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661387344/nuevaschoolorg/ae6ejpgm8mqlqu01wt0e/strong-savannah-7-ADJ-web.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661387344/nuevaschoolorg/ae6ejpgm8mqlqu01wt0e/strong-savannah-7-ADJ-web.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1661387344/nuevaschoolorg/ae6ejpgm8mqlqu01wt0e/strong-savannah-7-ADJ-web.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1661387344/nuevaschoolorg/ae6ejpgm8mqlqu01wt0e/strong-savannah-7-ADJ-web.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1661387344/nuevaschoolorg/ae6ejpgm8mqlqu01wt0e/strong-savannah-7-ADJ-web.jpg","width":1600}])
Savannah Strong joins the Nueva Leadership Team as our new Director of Social Justice & Equity. Her work involves close partnerships with all members of the Nueva community. Director of Communications Karin Storm Wood (whose own Q&A will appear in an upcoming issue of Nueva Notes) sat down with Savannah for a conversation just before the first day of school.