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Andrews Academy's
Official Newsletter
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Student-Led Week of Prayer: Theme - “Honoring God Through Service”
One of the highlights of Spring semester is Student Week of Prayer, (April 1-5, 2024). The class, SA, and NHS pastors, under the guidance of Pastor Mario Ferguson and the religion teachers, have prayed, brainstormed, planned, and worked together to create a series of messages centered around the theme, “Honoring God Through Service.”
To begin the week, SA Pastor, Kofi Amponsah, introduced the theme and began the program with prayer. Karan Chun led in scripture reading of various texts dealing with service. As different students stood and read the text, they filled in the blank that Karan left out. From the readings, it developed into our theme: "Honoring God Through Service." Chrissy Penno, freshman class pastor, presented the devotional on why we should serve others. She read various texts, including the good Samaritan account, developing the main idea that we should serve others because God asks us to.
Chrissy Penno led out in a scripture reading activity and prayer to begin the program on Tuesday. After song service, Lily Murphy, sophomore class pastor, addressed the impact of service. She shared some insights on her recent mission trips of SOW to Dominican Republic and with a church group to El Salvador. She shared pictures and stories of her time in El Salvador over spring break, commenting on the impact the simple VBS crafts and science activities had on the students—they really appreciated all that was done. She was impacted by her service and concluded with the statement, “One of the biggest gifts God has given is the gift of service.”
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Band & Orion Strings Tour
Andrews Academy Band & Orion Strings enjoyed their New York City and Washington, DC, tour. They performed at various churches and schools, which is a great way to share Jesus through music. These tours are also an excellent educational experience of learning outside of the classroom, not only about music, but also about history, geography, government, and so many other things as they experienced the sights and people of NYC and DC.
We appreciate the positive spirit of the group as they had to make last-minute adjustments to the schedule as there were some mechanical problems with the bus during this trip. Here are some group photos and concert photos from their tour. Students also enjoyed a volleyball game with the Highland View Academy and Atholton Academy students after a concert.
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Student-Led Week of Prayer
This Week, April 1-5, 8:50 AM
Note that Week of Prayer starts five minutes early, at 8:50 rather than the usual chapel time of 8:55. However, on Friday, we will start at 8:00 AM before Service Day activities.
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Community Service Day
This Friday, April 5
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
(noon dismissal - no lunch, snacks provided)
Our AA Community Service Day is scheduled for this Friday, April 5. As part of Andrews Academy's educational program, we participate in service to others.
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As a school we feel that it is important for students to learn to serve our community. We devote a day to practicing this concept with the students, as well as having various smaller projects throughout the year.
Please plan to arrive for Week of Prayer devotions at 8:00 AM. Activities for the day include yard work, picking up trash, cleaning windows, etc. Remember to wear closed toe shoes and long pants (no shorts!) for protection as you work. Please bring work gloves. You do not need to wear your AA uniform; however, if you have an AA t-shirt, please represent our school. If you wear a hoodie, it should be appropriate. Our dismissal time will be at 12:00 noon.
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Farewell for Pastor Ferguson and Mr. Martins,
& Community Vespers
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This Friday, April 5, 5:30 & 7:00 PM
Everyone is invited to a farewell (including a light supper) for Pastor Mario Ferguson and Mr. Marcelo Martins at 5:30 PM. The vespers will start at 7:00 PM.
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2024-2025 Re-Enrollment
Andrews Academy’s administration and staff welcomes you to re-enroll your child for the 2024-2025 school year. Parents, please take time now to complete your child’s re-enrollment for next year.
March 1, 2024
FACTS Re-Enrollment & Financial Agreement Opened
April 2
Academic Orientation, Class Schedule Available
August 19
First Day of School
FACTS ENROLLMENT
FACTS requires a non-refundable $100 payment upon submission of enrollment and a verification email will be sent to you. (You may now pay online - the issue has been fixed.)
Follow these simple instructions:
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Please go to https://factsmgt.com
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Select Family Log In.
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Select FACTS Family Portal.
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Enter AN-MI into the District Code field.
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Enter your username and password. If you have forgotten your username or password, please click on the link provided.
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After logging in, click on the Apply/Enroll button in the left menu.
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Click on the Enrollment/Re-enrollment button.
Our Enrollment system will open with a link to the enrollment packet for your child. The online process should take approximately 15 minutes to complete. Your information will be saved if you need to quit and come back later.
(Please Note: You will need to use a computer to access the online enrollment packet. Mobile devices can be used to log into FACTS; however, the enrollment function will not work.)
MEDICAL INSURANCE CARD
Upload a medical insurance card (front & back – jpeg format only) when completing FACTS enrollment OR email to aaadmissions@andrews.edu.
🚩 FINANCIAL AGREEMENT
The Financial Agreement form must be approved by Gracie Gaytan, Student Accounts Manager. Please make an appointment for your family at https://calendly.com/aafinances. We appreciate your patience as she has many families to meet with as well as other responsibilities.
CLASS SCHEDULE - Available as of Tuesday, April 2
Upon completion of FACTS Enrollment and the Financial Agreement, an email will be sent to you with instructions to make an appointment with the registrar. Appointments begin in April starting with the new seniors, then juniors, and sophomores (see dates in registrar's announcement below). Re-enrollment, including the financial agreement, MUST have been completed before an appointment can be made for the class schedule.
Your class schedule will be time-stamped, and reservation for classes will be based upon class standing, availability, attendance records, and a time stamp.
- Based on FACTS Enrollment and Financial Agreement completion dates, students will be able to choose a locker for next school year.
- Instructions and forms are located on the Andrews Academy website.
CONTACT US
Re-Enrollment Process: aaadmissions@andrews.edu
Financial Information: gaytan@andrews.edu
Class Schedule Questions: aaregistrar@andrews.edu
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New Students
Applications for new students are now open. If you have a current student at AA, you can start a new application packet in FACTS, in the same place that you re-enroll your current student (under Apply/Enroll, click on Application).
New families, please go to the AA website and click on "Apply Now" for the online application.
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Gina Meekma at aaadmissions@andrews.edu.
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Important Information from the Registrar’s Office:
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2024-2025 Class Schedule Dates (for those who have completed re-enrollment, including the financial agreement): You will receive an email with information to make an appointment once you have completed re-enrollment/financial clearance. Make sure that you sign up for the correct week. You will be rescheduled if necessary.
- Seniors (class of 2025) – April 2-8, 2024
- Juniors (class of 2026) – April 9-15
- Sophomores (class of 2027) – April 16-24
*If you miss your designated class week, you will need to schedule your appointment beginning April 29.
Ms. Ivonne Segui Medina
Andrews Academy Registrar
269-471-6234
aaregistrar@andrews.edu
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Tuition
Tuition payment #9 is due on April 25.
Note that payment #10 FOR SENIORS is due on May 6.
Please contact Ms. Gracie at gaytan@andrews.edu with questions.
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Sophomore Class “After Hours” Variety Show
& Silent Auction
This Sunday, April 7, from 6:00-8:00 PM
Enjoy an evening of entertainment and purchase delicious desserts and specialty baked goods. Come show your support! Tickets available during lunch or online.
If you're unable to attend but would like to support the event, follow the link and click the "Donate" button.
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Come & support the juniors this Sunday!
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Academic Orientation
Assembly
Today’s (Tuesday) assembly was an important one for students as they prepare for next school year. The various diplomas and expectations were discussed, as well as a description of classes so that students, parents, and advisors can start the process of making class selections for next school year. An explanation of what steps are needed to complete the reapplication process was also given. Please begin this process as soon as possible to help ensure that you receive the classes you would like to take. Thank you, Ms. Ivonne Segui Medina, AA registrar, for leading in this assembly.
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Attention: If you would like Friday's boxed lunch, those who are signed up for the lunch program must order it each week by Wednesday at 2:00 PM. The sign-up sheet will be at lunch or in the front office.
To sign up for the lunch program and to add funds, please contact Andrews University's Dining Services at ds@andrews.edu or call 269-471-3161. The Dining Services Office is located on the first floor of the AU Campus Center. At this time (while the new website is being worked on), you will still contact Dining Services to add funds to your student's account. Parents will now need to purchase at least 20 meals at a time. Any leftover funds will be refunded at the end of the year.
Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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RAD Self-Defense Class
Who: Ladies ages 12 & up
Wonderful for mother/daughters, girl's evenings, and any lady who would like to learn some potentially life-saving methods of self-defense.
When: April 16, 17, & 18, 2024
5:30-9:00 PM
Food will be provided.
Where: The Community Center at the Stevensville Adventist Church
6657 Stevensville-Baroda Rd
Stevensville, MI
Cost: Free (donations welcome)
Space is limited, so sign up ASAP! Reserve your spot by April 6 by calling/texting
Jen Lemon (269-340-2264).
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Mondays - Thursdays:
7:40 AM - 4:30 PM
Fridays: 7:40 AM - 2:30 PM
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Important Attendance Information
- Pre-arranged Absences: Please be sure to fill out a pre-arranged absence card if you know in advance that you will be missing school due to a doctor/dentist/orthodontist appointment, trip, basketball tournament, driver's test, etc. These cards can be found in the main office or online. A parent's signature is required, then the office, and teacher(s) of the class(es) that you will miss.
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Class Schedule Adjustment (CSA) Requests: A CSA is available for students who have a study hall at the beginning or ending of the school day or will be working during a study hall during the school day. A CSA is required for students who leave the Academy to attend classes at Andrews University, who are going to work off campus, or who wish to begin the school day later or leave earlier on a regular basis. The CSA request form must be filled out and signed by everyone indicated on the form before the student stops attending their study hall. Students must adhere to CSA guidelines that are printed on the CSA application. Any violation may cause the CSA to be revoked. I will email students and parents when a CSA is approved.
- Other Absences: Parents, please call the front office (269-471-3138) or email aaattendance@andrews.edu if your student is going to be absent or tardy. These are the preferable methods.
Please provide the reason why your child will not be attending school and how long you think they will be out.
Parents/Guardians are the only authorized individuals who can excuse a student's attendance. When emailing, parents must send correspondence from their email account to maintain the validity of the request. Please include the name of the student.
From the Sourcebook (pg. 83):
Students who miss three (3) consecutive school days due to illness must provide written documentation from a certified medical professional corroborating the necessity of that absence.
For any attendance questions that you would like to ask by email, please direct these questions to aaattendance@andrews.edu.
Thank you!
Ms. Leslie Nieves
Guidance Counselor/Attendance Officer
Andrews Academy
269-471-3453
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Opting into Texting for One Call Now Alerts
Andrews Academy utilizes One Call Now, an automated messaging service, to contact students and parents about school cancellations (including snow days), upcoming events, and urgent information, etc.
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FACTS or Andrews Email Log In Help
If you need help logging in to FACTS or help with your Andrews email and password, please contact Mrs. Meekma (ginam@andrews.edu) in the main office.
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You can find your schedule, grades, etc. on FACTS.
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AA Uniforms Available from Lands' End
Uniforms can be purchased from Lands’ End, including for PE. 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.
We do have a limited supply of uniforms for sale at AA (cash or check only) during office hours.
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Please review the Sourcebook (pgs 79-81) for more information regarding uniforms. Only approved logoed uniform wear is allowed. A solid-color, long sleeved undershirt may be worn under the AA short-sleeved polo (no writing should be visible on the undershirt). If a student is wearing an AA logoed jacket, they should also have an AA logoed shirt underneath. Only AA logoed jackets are allowed to be worn in the building.
The PE uniform can only be worn during PE class.
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School Communications
The E-Sanjo and other communications from the school, including classroom teacher communications, use the email address(es) that you (and your parents) have recorded in FACTS when you registered for Andrews Academy. We will also use students' AU email address. Some have been wondering why they are not receiving their school communications to a certain email. If you wish to have communications sent to a specific email address, please send the change to ginam@andrews.edu. Thank you!
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Andrews Academy
8833 Garland Ave Berrien Springs, MI 49104
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269-471-3138
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