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Andrews Academy's
Official Newsletter
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Honors Project Presentations
Andrews Academy seniors have an opportunity to graduate with honors. This is a program to challenge students to go beyond what is traditionally done, to take a series of higher-level classes, and to work on a research project. After completing the research and composing a research paper, participants then present their findings as the final stage of the honors project during an assembly.
There were 7 presenters this year—Ryleigh Bergmann, Seth Greenhaw, Princess Khatri-Chetri, Nathaniel Miller, Benjamin Radivojevic, Aidan Robbins, and Alexis Rosenthal. Each presenter shared their research to approximately 20-30 students. It was impressive to see the quality of research and presentations that were made. Congratulations to each presenter for a job well done!
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New Students
Each week more students are applying and enrolling for this coming school year. If you know someone who might be interested in applying for their child to attend AA, please contact the school at aaadmissions@andrews.edu.
For new students, please go to the AA website and click on "Apply Now" for the online application.
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| Instructions for New Students |
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Returning Students
For returning students who have not yet re-enrolled, please log in to FACTS and re-enroll. See the link below for detailed instructions.
(Parents, please keep in mind that even though your child was financially cleared, they will not be able to begin class this next school year (2023-24) if their account has a balance.)
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SA Beach Vespers
Tomorrow, Sabbath, May 20, 5:00-9:00 PM
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This Sabbath, the newly elected Student Association will hold their first event: Beach Vespers. Dress code is casual (within guidelines - Sourcebook page 80) and bringing jackets, blankets, bug spray, and towels/ blankets is encouraged. It will be cool.
Students may not drive themselves. Come to AA at 5:00 PM to be transported by bus to the beach. Your signed permission slip (both sides) is your ticket onto the bus.
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Final Exam/Assessment Schedule
& Graduation Practices
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Next week, May 23-25
No early departure policy applies.
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Final exams/assessments start this Tuesday, May 23. Please note when your exams are scheduled for and carefully prepare for them so that you can do well in each of your classes. The first day begins at 9:00 AM to provide you more time to prepare. If your transportation requires you to arrive at the school at 8:00 AM, then please go to the Commons.
Students are required to attend even if you do not have an exam/ assessment for that time slot. However, if you have a study hall (or band) during the first exam slot of the day, then you do not need to arrive until devotions. For students with band or a study hall for the first or last exam slot of the day (except Thursday), parents should contact us at AAattendance@andrews.edu or 269-471-3138 to excuse band/study hall. Contact Mrs. Meekma in the front office if you have any questions. Be sure to sign in at the front office if you arrive late or leave early.
If you have a break in between two finals (for example, on Wednesday you have a 10:15 AM class final and no 11:10 AM class final [such as a study hall or CSA], then a 2:25 PM class final), then you must go to study hall. You may not leave campus and walk over to Apple Valley or anywhere else. Everyone should attend Mizpah/Communion/Checkout on Thursday.
Please remember that students must stay in the classroom for the entire exam class period. You may not go "get books," "get a drink," etc. when you are done with your exam.Before the exam begins, please get books you may need to study from, get a drink, use the restroom, etc. so that you can stay in the classroom the entire time. We want the entire school to be quiet during exams so that they can be done as effectively as possible without distractions. Thank you!
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Graduation Information
- Class Night: This Thursday, May 25, 7:00 PM, AA Chapel - 6 tickets per graduate; overflow in library
- Consecration Service: Next Friday, May 26, 8:00 PM, at Village Adventist Church
- Parent Sabbath School: Next Sabbath, May 27, 10:00 AM, AA Chapel
- Baccalaureate Service: Next Sabbath, May 27, 11:45 AM (Get to PMC early)
- Faculty/Senior Party: Next Saturday night, May 27, 8:00 PM
- Commencement Service: Next Sunday, May 28, 11:00 AM, at PMC
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Tuition
Tuition #10 Due on or before this Thursday, May 25
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Laptops/Chromebooks
As we approach the end of the school year, we kindly request that all students return their assigned Laptops/Chromebooks and devices. Rest assured that Chromebooks will still be available for daily use during class finals.
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To make the process as smooth as possible, please take note of the following instructions:
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Return Date: This Monday, May 22
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Time: 3:15-4:00 PM
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Location: Room A-43. Please return all devices to Dr. Rojas at his office in the library.
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Please bring everything that was given to you - laptop/Chromebook, charger, accessories, and the box it came in.
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If you plan on borrowing the laptop for the next school semester, please do the following:
Please keep in mind that computers will be inspected and graded from 1 to 10 depending on the condition of the device.
For those who will be requesting a laptop for the first time, kindly refer to the instructions posted on office door A43, or feel free to approach Dr. Rojas directly for assistance.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. We wish you a blessed end to the school year.
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Lost & Found
Please check Lost & Found in the main office and the Commons to see if any items are yours. Most unclaimed items will be donated at the end of the school year.
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From the Registrar’s Office:
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* Parents/guardians will get an email from Ms. Gracie with a link to schedule an appointment for the class schedule once you have re-enrolled your student and been financially cleared.
Ms. Ivonne Segui-Weiss
Andrews Academy Registrar
269-471-6234
aaregistrar@andrews.edu
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Testing Out of Spanish I or II at AA
Spanish I and/or II test out exams will take place on Sunday, June 4, at 2:45 PM in the Andrews Academy library.
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.
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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.
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- Tuition #1 for 2023-2024 Due: Tuesday, August 1
- First Day of 2023-2024 School Year: Wednesday, August 16 (noon dismissal)
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Awards Assembly
Each spring, at the conclusion of the school year, Andrews Academy recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of the students. This recognition includes awards for outstanding work in all classes, for the religious contributions students have made, as well for involvement in the many extracurricular opportunities available at Andrews Academy. Recognition and awards were also given to the many students who take leadership responsibilities in such groups as Yearbook, Student Association, etc.
We strive to recognize the many talents students have, that God has blessed them with. Events such as these allow us to further reflect on the excellence of each student and how we can create an environment where everyone can aspire to strive in their respective talents. Students, well done, and continue the good work! Please take care of these awards/certificates, and make sure that you take them home for your parents to see/keep in a safe place.
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This Sunday from 11 - 4 at AA!
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Chapels this Week
It's exciting to think that this week was our last full week of chapels for the school year!
Monday's chapel began with fun praise to get us pumped up for Spring Picnic that day. To top it off, freshman Lily Murphy spoke about how we can each live our individual lights despite the circumstances in our lives, connecting with the overall theme of the school year, "Live His Light."
Tuesday through Thursday's chapels were a continuation of our celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) month. Our speakers for Tuesday and Wednesday were Jaden Leiterman—an alumnus of AA and older brother of sophomore Micah Leiterman and current MLS student at AU—and Mr. Poua, father of senior Lilia Poua, who is a Pacific Islander. Both had unique messages to share, only further highlighting the diverse experiences we each have and how we can learn from them. Thursday was a brief panel, where a few Asian American and Pacific Islander students shared how AAPI month chapels were impactful to them.
Friday's chapel was forgone due to the Awards Assembly, where Pastor Ferguson had a short worship thought.
Thank you to each of the speakers and the praise teams for allowing us to have such an amazing, stimulating spiritual life through our chapels here at AA!
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Farewell to Pastor Dwight Nelson
Pastor Dwight's Final Sermon
For more information, go to the Pioneer Memorial Church website where you can also leave a tribute to Pastor Dwight.
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Grad Brunch for Incoming Freshmen
Sunday, June 4
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Andrews Academy
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Parents of incoming freshmen (9th graders), along with your student, are invited to join us to learn more about Andrews Academy, including our music program and classe; get financial information; sign up for classes; meet many of our faculty and staff; and more. We will eat brunch, and students will have fun activities in the gym as well.
If you plan to apply for Financial Aid, please bring copies of the following:
• 2022 W2 or 1099 (if you do contract work)
• 2022 Tax Return
This will help to speed up the processing of your paperwork.
Note: Classes cannot be reserved until online application and enrollment, as well as financial clearance, are completed, even if you turn a schedule in at Grad Brunch.
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Spend Your Summer with Andrews University!
July 30-August 18
The Early College Experience is an in-person summer program for rising high school Juniors and Seniors as well as incoming college Freshmen. Come join us for three weeks of learning and fun on the campus of Andrews University. Each student will take one, 3-credit hour college course in addition to participating in seminars, activities, and local travel. This is a great way to earn college credit as a high schooler!
Admissions
Admissions requirements for the summer 2023 Early College Experience have changed.
All applicants must fill out and submit the online application. Students must have a 3.25 High School GPA with a college prep curriculum.* ACT, SAT or PSAT scores preferred. Students can be admitted without test scores, but must meet high school curriculum requirements. For questions, please email explore@andrews.edu
*Rising Juniors must submit additional test scores. Please contact the program director for special inquiries.
2023 Courses
College Writing I*
Communications Skills
World Civilizations*
Scripture* (general education religion)
*honors eligible courses
The Early College Experience is a single package price of $1,295. This covers all costs, including tuition, housing, food, books, and activities. There are no hidden costs or additional fees.
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• After selecting “Andrews Academy,” select “Shop for this School.”
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AA Uniforms Available from Lands' End
We have renewed our relationship with Lands’ End for uniform needs. More selections for uniforms are now included, such as a button-down shirt, a long-sleeved polo, and a sweater. 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 are working on other jacket options.
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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.
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If you need PE uniform items, please see Pastor Ferguson at lunch time or after school (cash only).
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Opting into Texting for One Call Now
Andrews Academy utilizes One Call Now, an automated messaging service, to contact students and parents about school cancellations, upcoming events, and performances, etc.
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Please make sure that we have the phone number that you would like to have contacted. We also send an email, put the announcement on our Facebook and Instagram pages, and alert local TV stations (WSBT, WNDU, ABC57).
To receive a text notification instead of a call (text works best), please text “ALERT” to 22300. Please make sure that you have given us the number that you would like to be texted on as well. Email ginam@andrews.edu with any changes. Thank you!
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FACTS or Andrews Username Log In Help
If you need help logging in to FACTS or help with your Andrews user name/email and password, please contact Mrs. Meekma (ginam@andrews.edu) in the front office.
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You can find your schedule, grades, etc. on FACTS. New students, if your username hasn't been set up yet, come to the front office for help.
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Parents, please let us know about positive COVID tests and symptoms. 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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