AA families are invited to join us tomorrow, Sabbath, August 26, at 11:45 AM at Andrews Academy as we dedicate our school year to God and fellowship with each other. The speaker will be our new Vice Principal, Ms. Girlie Aguilar.

Lunch will be provided.

Partnering for Eternity Program Orientation Luncheon

On Sunday, August 20, 2023 the PFE Orientation Luncheon brought together young and old and in-between for a review of what makes our program special, some age-related sensitivity training, and great food and fellowship.

Parents and students began in the Chapel with a short presentation by Mrs. Joelle Ashley, the program’s coordinator. She observed how parents are honored by their student’s participation in PFE because of the financial contribution they make to their parent’s commitment to Adventist education. She also pointed out that serving their mentors brings to life Jesus’ encouragement to love our neighbors as ourselves (Matthew 19:19). Mrs. Ashley talked about common household hazards for older adults, as well as the acronym F. A. S. T. in helping to determine a possible stroke and what to expect if they need to call 911. Next, the group moved into the library to suit up in smeared safety glasses, work gloves with taped fingers, and ear plugs, etc. Then, as a means to simulate some of the physical challenges experienced by older adults, the students cleaned a living/dining room space looking for small items, counted out exact change, and signed their name to a document after answering quiz questions. They also maneuvered doors and bathrooms in wheelchairs. All of these activities were designed to help develop empathy for older adults experiencing ambulatory, visual, auditory, and/or memory challenges. After these activities, the mentors arrived and met with their student helpers over a delicious spread of Hispanic-themed fare: black bean and corn salad, rolled quesadillas, street tostadas, fruit salad, and churro garnished chocolate pudding. The buzz of talking and laughter was a sweet harbinger for the year! Thank you to everyone who came to participate and also to Mrs. Judy Garrick, Mrs. Stefanie Marschner, Mrs. Brynja Davis, Mrs. Daniela Ortiz, Mrs. Sandra White, Mrs. Nikki Miller, Solomon Miller, Ms. Maral Al-Mimar, Mr. Dan Ashley, and Micah Leiterman who set up, cooked, decorated, purchased, provided technical support, cleaned up, and put away. God bless you!

If you’re unfamiliar with the Partnering For Eternity program (PFE), it exists to reveal God’s love through service in our community and to support Adventist Education through tuition assistance for student participants. This year, there are 27 Andrews Academy students involved in this scholarship program that pairs them up with older adults in the community to accomplish house and yard work according to their mentors’ needs. On top of acts of service, students also engage in learning new skills from their mentors, playing games, reading, and other relationship-building activities.

Students visit their mentor once a week for two hours, 14 times each semester. In turn, they receive an $800.00 scholarship each semester funded by a grant from the SFFC Foundation and our own fundraising. We are actually over the maximum number of students subsidized by the grant, but we trust God to provide the extra. We are also working to pad our endowment so the interest will start giving back to the program. To accomplish these objectives, our fundraising goal this year is $50,000.00. Please consider giving to the PFE program at www.andrews.edu/go/give/AAEternity. Overall, the program will offset tuition costs for these parents and students by a total of $43,200.00. Praise Jesus!

Applications for next year will be available in March to returning PFE students, then in April to new applicants. If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Joelle Ashley at joellea@fullylive.com.

Andrews Academy would like to express our thanks for the PFE administrative team, Mrs. Ashley and Mrs. Nikki Miller, for going out of their way to make this program work. They do so much behind the scenes like raising matching funds, coordinating schedules, reviewing student reports, visiting mentors while their student is working, etc. It’s such an awesome program that combines the mission of the school, service to others, work ethic, and financial scholarship which is needed by students so they can attend Andrews Academy. Of the many programs that Andrews Academy offers its students, this one combines many key philosophies of Andrews Academy. So thank you Mrs. Ashley and Mrs. Miller for making this program possible for Andrews Academy students!

SA School Picnic/Beach Day

Wednesday, September 6, 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM

Just like a regular school day, attendance is required.

Everyone get excited for our annual beach day! Beach Day will occur on Wednesday, September 6, starting at 8:30 AM and ending at 3:15 PM.

Be sure to come to school in appropriate beach day attire and feel free to bring the following:

• towels
• sand toys for our sand castle class contest
• a swimsuit
• sunscreen
• a change of clothes.

However, please make sure that your clothes and swimsuit follow the school guidelines in the Sourcebook (pg. 83).

Food will be provided, but if you have special dietary needs, you may bring your own. Get ready for a fun day bonding with your classmates and a day off of school!

If you are taking a college class during the day, please arrange for transportation with Mr. Sherman ASAP. Students are not allowed to drive themselves to beach day or their college class.

After-School Hours Agreement

The After-School Hours Agreement needs to be signed by a student and a parent. Here are the acceptable ways to return this document (if you haven't already done so):

• Complete the attached fillable document and email to ginam@andrews.edu.
• Print the attached document, complete it, scan or take a picture, and email it to ginam@andrews.edu (or turn it in to the school office).
• Stop by the school office and complete the form.

Hot Lunch Contracts

Andrews Academy
School Lunch Program

2023-2024

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Bon Appetit at Andrews University is honored to have the opportunity to provide your child with delicious meals that promote health and wellness. Our chef-driven food is alive with flavor and nutrition and always prepared from scratch. We take the care of your student very seriously, and thank you in advance for placing your trust in us.

• Full Paying Meal Plan ($6.35 per meal)

We are pleased to inform you that this year participating in the school lunch program will continue to be as easy as last year! You can simply give us (Dining Services) a call, and provide the student’s name, ID# and the amount you would like added to their meal plan, and your credit card information. You may also stop by our (Dining Services) office to add funds using a credit or debit card. You may add as much money as you would like; however, a minimum of $100.00 is required to get the account started. A week of meals is $31.75, a month is $127.00, a five-week month is $158.75. We are unable to accept cash. The cashier will let the student know when funds are low, and it is the student's responsibility to notify their parents.

• Reduced Meal Plan

The contract and application are attached. We also have copies in the AA office. They must be filled out and returned to Dining Services ASAP. Please provide your student with a lunch until your application is approved. Proof of income is required, so please see the application for details. We are unable to accept cash. Student is allowed one swipe per day. 

• Free meals will no longer be offered.

Students must present their ID card for meal pickup. Portion sizes are predetermined, and second servings are not provided. All meals now include the house legume and whole grain brown rice. Students are expected to behave appropriately while in the service area. Disciplinary action will be taken as needed. 

Your feedback is always welcomed. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

It is our greatest pleasure to serve our youth!

Your School Lunch Team at Bon Appetit
 

E-mail: ds@andrews.edu

Phone: 269-471-3161 

Fax: 269-471-3789

Dining Services Office located on the first floor of the AU Campus Center.

Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Note: The menu is posted in the display case at school as well as towards the end of the E-Sanjo each week. Students who are signed up for the hot lunch program and would like the Friday boxed lunch will need to sign up in the office or at lunch by Wednesday at 2 PM.

Textbook Information

Be sure to check to see if used options are available.

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!

AU Campus Safety Parking Permit

Academy Vehicle Registration Process

1. All vehicles parked on Andrews University property must register their vehicle with the Office of Campus Safety. This must be done online before  you plan to park in the AA parking lot or anywhere else on the AU campus. (See instructions below.)
2. You will be given a green community registration sticker or an orange staff registration permit if your parent/guardian currently is employed by Andrews and is present at the time of registration. This will go on the driver’s side lower corner of your windshield and should be visible to the on duty patrol officer. This permit will allow you to park in all blue and green lots on campus. No overnight parking is permitted.
3. The parking permit will expire on August 31 of the following year, when it will need to be renewed. It may be renewed sooner, starting in early May.
4. As a complimentary service, Campus Safety is pleased to offer free jump starts and vehicle lockouts to our guests and students provided they are on University property.
5. The Andrews University adopted vehicle policy can be found at the link below.
6. If you have further questions, Campus Safety is available twenty four hours a day, seven days a week and can be reached at the following number: 269-471-3321.

Walk-through of Online Vehicle Pre-Registration:
(Please read through instructions before you begin)
 

Step 1: Go to www.vault.andrews.edu and login using AU username and password (a DUO push will be required to enter system). New AA students who have not yet set up their AU username and password will be sent instructions soon.

• Click on “Campus Safety”

• Click on “Register Vehicles”

• Click on "Re-register" or "Start New Registration"

Step 2: In Permit Type, select the permit type available (NOT Bicycle). The vehicle information boxes will then populate. (If your permit type is not shown, please select what is available, clarify the appropriate type needed with our office by email or at decal retrieval.) (If decal option is not given for Faculty/Staff, and this is your campus status, please skip step 8)

Step 3: Skip down to the Vehicle  section and fill in the Type, Year, Make, & Model of your vehicle. For Color, choose from the menu provided that is closest to your vehicle color.

Step 4: Your VIN number (Vehicle Identification Number) is string of numbers and letters that you should be able to find this on both the insurance and state registration (number must match on both documents.)
 

Step 5: In the License section enter the issuing State & License Plate number

• If you have a temporary license plate, see * below. If you have NO plate, see ** below.

Step 6: Click on the  Agreement button (may be small in size below license plate information). Read through the Vehicle Registration Agreement and then sign using your AU password and then click Submit.
 

Step 7: Attach all documents requested (must be taken in any .jpeg format. If you are using your mobile device to take the pictures, check format: Settings, Camera, Format - use most compatible option.)

• You must have CURRENT Registration & Insurance and a valid Driver’s License to be issued a permanent parking decal. If document is expired see * below.

• Click “Upload” after each document has been selected

++ Faculty/Staff skip to Step 9 ++

Step 8: There is a $10 annual fee per vehicle for non-faculty/staff parking decals. Select payment method. If you wish to pay cash or in person, do not choose an option. Cash can only be paid at the Financial Aid Cashiers Desk. (Note: Tell cashier payment is for Vehicle Registration and bring receipt to retrieve the decal.)
 

Step 9: Click “Update.” Please look for emails in your AU email account with instructions.

* Place picture of plate in registration attachment slot. Please email safety@andrews.edu with this information after you complete all possible information online. A temporary parking permit will need be issued.Temporary Parking Permits must be placed in vehicle driver’s side dash when parked on campus.

** If you have an appointment to register with state, please bring verification (email, screen capture) along with all other requested documents, and a temporary parking permit will be issued.

Temporary Parking Permits dates must be viewable on driver’s side dash when vehicle is parked on campus.
 

Call AU Campus Safety at 269-471-3321 if you have any problems or questions.

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 or add funds to your student's account, 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.

Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Labor Day Savings!

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August 31 - September 4, 2023

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• Enter school name and city/state (or use Preferred School # 900150871).

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Some AU Dual Enrollment Options (Juniors/Seniors)

Andrews University Basketball Program

Due to the recent heat and lack of A/C in the AA gym, tryouts for Sunday will take place at Johnson Gym on the Campus of Andrews University. Follow the Andrews Jr Cardinals Athletics Facebook page for more information.

CONTACT US:

Main Office: ginam@andrews.edu or call 269-471-3138
Principal: aaprincipal@andrews.edu or mferguson@andrews.edu
Vice Principal: girlie@andrews.edu

Application/Enrollment Process: aaadmissions@andrews.edu

Financial Questions: gaytan@andrews.edu

Class Schedule: aaregistrar@andrews.edu

Attendance: aaattendance@andrews.edu

Guidance Counselor: nievesl@andrews.edu