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Volume 20, Issue 1

July 24, 2026

Andrews Academy's Official Newsletter

Table of Contents

(click to view each section)

Important Dates | Youth Fair | New Faculty | Senior Class Info |

Student Essay | Testing Out & Class Info | Athletics |

FACTS & Uniforms

We Miss you!

It has been about 8 weeks since school has been out. The weather has been pleasant, classrooms are being cleaned out, lockers have been re-set, new faculty and staff are getting settled in, graduated seniors are picking up their diplomas, and the Holy Spirit is working great things out for the up-coming school year! We are praying for you and your summer adventures. Feel free to let us know what you are up to. WE MISS YOU! SEE YOU SOON!

NAD Bible Study Website

Check-In Day - August 13

Arrive by Last Name Letter

(S-Z: 9:00 AM, M-R: 10:30 AM,

E-L: 1:00 PM, A-D: 2:30 PM)

First Day of Classes - August 19

8:00 am 12:00pm

with adjusted class schedule

12-3:00pm Lunch & HODGE-PODGE

Sign up to help at the fair

August 17-21 - Day Pass FREE

(information coming soon!)

Reformation Tour Payments

($500 is due August 23)

Tuition #1 Due: August 2

Test out of Spanish Aug. 10

Test out of Math - Aug. 10

(See below for details)

SENIOR Photos

Due by Oct. 15, 2026

(More information below)

Berrien County Youth Fair

How would you like to get into the Berrien County Youth Fair

for free?

VOLUNTEER & SUPPORT AA

We'd love to have your help staffing the AA booth. Please click on the sign-up link and take a look at the available times to see when would work best in your schedule—then invite a friend to sign up for a shift (or two!) with you!

We will provide a t-shirt for you!

Dates: August 17 - 21

Each volunteer will get a free fair entrance ticket per shift.

Contact academy@andrews.edu if you have questions.

Fair Booth Sign-Up

More information about CHECK IN DAY will be coming next week

Music Teacher

It is our pleasure to welcome Mrs. Dana Villarroel as the new Band and Handbells (Resound) Instructor and Director for Ruth Murdoch Elementary School and Andrews Academy.

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Mrs. Dana Villarroel. We are grateful God has led her to our schools and look forward to the many ways she will bless the musical, spiritual, and educational life of our students.

More info on Facebook

Guidance Counselor

It is our pleasure to warmly welcome Mr. Caleb Akins as our new Guidance Counselor.

At Andrews Academy, we are committed to nurturing the whole student—academically, emotionally, socially, spiritually, and physically. We are grateful that God has led Caleb to this important ministry.

Please join me in welcoming Mr. Caleb Akins to the Andrews Academy family.

Caleb welcome to your new ministry at Andrews Academy. May God richly bless you as you begin this important work.

More info on Facebook

Religion Teacher

It is with great joy that we introduce Mr. Steven M. Toscano as our full-time Bible Teacher at Andrews Academy.

Steven, thank you for answering God's call to serve at Andrews Academy. We are thankful God has led you to remain with our school family, and we look forward to the lasting impact your ministry will have on our students.

Please join me in extending a warm Andrews Academy welcome to Mr. Steven M. Toscano. May God richly bless your ministry among us.

More info on Facebook

AA Chaplain

It is our pleasure to introduce Pastor Johnny Schnepp, who has joined the Pioneer Memorial Church pastoral team and will serve as Chaplain for Andrews Academy during the 2026–2027 school year.

Andrews Academy is blessed with our partnership with Pioneer Memorial Church. Together, we are committed to nurturing young people spiritually while providing an education that prepares them to become faithful disciples and servant leaders.

Please join me in extending a warm Andrews Academy welcome to Pastor Johnny Schnepp. We are excited to see how He will use you to make a lasting impact on the lives of our students.

More info on Facebook

Introducing

Andrews Academy's Senior Class!

We are excited to introduce the Andrews Academy Senior Class! During Commencement Weekend this past May, these students were officially welcomed as the Class of 2027. We pray that God will richly bless each of them as they begin their final year at Andrews Academy—a year filled with spiritual growth, leadership, lasting friendships, and unforgettable memories.

On the Friday of Graduation Weekend, the class gathered to begin planning their senior year, including finalizing details for their Senior Class Trip. They also selected their class aim, motto, Bible verse, and class colors, which will help define their journey throughout the year.

Class Colors: Lavender and White

Thank you Mr. Cerna

Take a moment to read the latest Lake Union Herald article written by Andrews Academy senior Ava Zygowiec. In this heartfelt letter, Ava expresses her gratitude to her AA choir director, Mr. Daniel Cerna, for the profound impact he has had on her life and on the lives of countless students in the Andrews Academy choir. Her words are a beautiful tribute to the lasting influence of a dedicated Christian educator.

Article

Testing Out of Spanish I or II at AA

Spanish I and/or II test out exams will take place on Monday, August 10, at 2:00 PM at Andrews Academy.

The cost is $25 to take the exam, and students can bring cash or a check made to Andrews Academy.

If the student passes the test, an additional $75 will be charged if you would like the school to grant credit.

If you would like to take the test out exam, please email Mrs. Silvestre (silvestre@andrews.edu) and let her know which one you would like to take. If you have any questions, please let her know.

Testing Out of Algebra 1 at AA

The Algebra 1 test out exam will take place on Monday, August 10, at 2:00 PM at Andrews Academy.

The cost is $25 to take the exam, and students can bring cash or a check made to Andrews Academy.

If the student passes the test, an additional $75 will be charged if you would like the school to grant credit.

If you would like to take the test out exam, please email Ms. Chao (chao@andrews.edu) and let her know. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Chao.

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FACTS or Andrews Email Log In Help

The FACTS district code is AN-MI.

During the school year, you will be able to find your schedule, grades, missing assignments, attendance, etc. on FACTS.

If you need help logging in to FACTS or help with your Andrews email and password, please contact Ms. Kim Spare (sparek@andrews.edu).

Uniforms can be purchased from Lands’ End. Click on the option(s) that you would like, then choose the size (kid or adult). Please be mindful that Andrews Academy is not responsible for your orders.

AA's Lands' End Store