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Andrews Academy's Official Newsletter
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Table of Contents
(click to view each section)
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The Journey Together
There is something special about coming back. This Alumni Weekend, former students are walking through the doors of Andrews Academy once again. The hallways may look different, teachers and students may have changed, and years may have passed, but the memories remain. Friendships, lessons, worships, laughter, challenges, and moments of spiritual growth become part of a story that continues beyond graduation.
In Deuteronomy 32:7, Scripture reminds us: “Remember the days of old; consider the generations long past.” God invites us to remember, not simply to live in the past, but to recognize His faithfulness throughout our journey. Looking back helps us appreciate where God has brought us and trust where He is leading us next.
That is a blessing of Alumni Weekend. Our alumni remind today’s students that their years at Andrews Academy are one chapter in a much larger story.
Whether you graduated years ago, are a student today, or serve our school community, remember God is still writing your story.
Sometimes, coming back helps us see just how far He has brought us.
With gratitude,
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Rubén A. Pérez Schulz
Principal | Andrews Academy
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10/16-10/18 - AA Alumni Weekend
10/21 & 10/22 - HALF DAYS
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE
(Check email for invitations )
NO SCHOOL LUNCH
10/21 - PSAT Test
(for those who haven't tested)
10/23 - Ref Tour Payment Due
10/25 Tuition #3 DUE
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10/26 - 10/30 Week of Prayer
10/28-10/31 - Ring Fest
Payment & Forms Due 10/23
10/31 Penny Arcade
7th & 8th Grade Guests
11/1 - 11/2 Junior & Senior Preview
11/1 Daylight Savings
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October 22 & 23 - Adjusted Schedule
October 22 - AM Classes Meet
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7:10-7:55 AM
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Orchestra Meets
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8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Regular Schedule
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12:00 PM
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Dismissal
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October 23 - PM Classes Meet
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7:10 AM-7:55 AM
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Orion Strings Meets
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8:00-8:50 AM
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12:05/12:35 Classes Meet
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8:55-9:15 AM
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Devotions
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9:20-10:10 AM
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1:30 Classes Meet
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10:15-11:05 AM
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10:15 Assembly Meets
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11:10 AM - 12:00 PM
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2:25 Classes Meet
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12:00 PM
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Dismissal
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No Afternoon Classes
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12:30 PM
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SAT at AA
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Paper order forms are available in the office
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SCHOOL SPIRIT WEEK
The week leading up to AA Academy Alumni Weekend is School Spirit Week (October 13–16, 2026). Each day featured a fun theme:
Tuesday was Dressed for the wrong occasion Day — students dressed in a creative outfit but was for the wrong occasion
Wednesday was Generation Day - freshmen as Toddlers, Sophomores as teens, Juniors as parents and seniors as grandparents, and Teachers as students!
Thursday was Rhyming Day - students came dressed up as words with your friends so that the words rhyme.
Friday was Fresh Fit Friday - come to school dress up in a “fresh fit.” Basically, dressed formal.
This week focused on doing various fun activities to help develop school spirit. The SCHOOL SPIRIT THAT HAPPENS EACH DAY of the school year is what really amazes me... Seeing students helping other students, students encouraging each other, students being kind to each other, students reaching out into the community to lend a helping hand. Most importantly, students living the Christian life to be living examples for God. This daily expression of school spirit by the teenagers of AA is what truly amazes us.
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ANDREWS ACADEMY STUDENTS: Sign-ups are complete
ANDREWS ACADEMY ALUMNI: If you would like to play on the alumni team, please fill out the google form in the link below.
The female basketball game starts at 8:00 PM, and the male game is immediately following. Game balls will be provided for both games. We will also provide the jerseys for the alumni to wear. We will be playing in the AU Andreasen Center for Wellness gym.
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Alumni Weekend 2026 - Convocation & Career Seminars
Today, Oct. 16, 2026, was the beginning of Andrews Academy’s alumni weekend. Hundreds of alumni will be returning to remember the fun times at AA and to renew friendships with each other and with our God.
The weekend began with Convocation in the chapel for current Academy students. The Senior class, the Class of 2027, led the gathering with singing, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Ruben Perez Schulz, AA Principal, welcomed everyone to the event.
Alumna Eunice Wovamba (’81) shared how God has led throughout her life. Her journey took her from working as a nurse in the United States to serving with the United Nations and ADRA in various parts of the world. She later founded an organization in Kenya and opened a school to help people build better, more abundant lives. She concluded with three key lessons: keep God first, pursue a career you enjoy, and give back to your community and the world by sharing your talents.
Following convocation, students attended two career seminars of their choice based on their interests. This valuable opportunity allowed them to explore potential career paths and gain insights from Andrews Academy alumni about their professions. For example, Don Saldia (’06) presented on public health.
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Please go out of your way to thank Mrs. Tonya Snyder and Mrs. Gina Meekma for an excellent program today and for planning the entire weekend. And thank you to a whole host of volunteers for stepping in and helping make this weekend possible.
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Baby Photos
Parents, if you would like to purchase a senior yearbook dedication, please visit the following link for more information and to book a time slot. Please email Mr. David VanDenburgh at denburgh@andrews.edu with photos and any questions. (Photos sent to aayearbook@andrews.edu have been received.)
Note the student’s name in the subject line and indicate if the photos are for the senior/baby section OR the parent dedication.
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Online Menu: Go to https://andrews-university.cafebonappetit.com, under Cafe, click on School Lunch. Then click on View/Print Weekly Menu. You can also subscribe to get a daily menu in your inbox!
Reminder about Friday Lunch: You must order it each week by Wednesday at 3:00 PM in the AA office.
ADD FUNDS TO LUNCH: Please use this link to pay online.
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We do not offer afterschool care. If a student needs to stay after school, they must communicate with a faculty or staff member to agree to be their supervisor. If they are found in the building without a supervisor, they will be asked to call home from the office or leave the building. The weather is getting colder, so please make arrangements accordingly.
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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.
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If you need help logging in to FACTS or help with your Andrews email and password, please contact Ms. Kim Spare (academy@andrews.edu).
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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 for weather-related closures (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 academy@andrews.edu with any changes. 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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Find us on the Web: www.andrews.edu/aa
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