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Andrews Academy's
Official Newsletter
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Ice Skating & Class Vespers
Class vespers and activities provide a meaningful time to be drawn closer to God, to develop friendships outside of the classroom setting, and an opportunity for class officers to develop leadership skills as they plan and lead in the activity and worship experience.
Traditionally, individual classes organize and plan events, but sometimes classes work together to plan an event. On Friday, February 24, 2023, all four classes went ice skating at the Howard Rink in St. Joseph. More than 135 students participated, one of the larger groups since the school started this tradition.
After ice skating, each class went to various locations for their class vespers. Sophomores and juniors had their vespers at the Academy, while freshmen and seniors went to a home from their class. The seniors went to the Dockerty home for a lasagna supper followed by singing and worshiping together. Ronan Freed introduced his mom who then presented from her doctoral research on a physiological term, attachment theory. She is researching from the gospels Jesus’ words as it relates to attachment and how He uses this to develop our relationship is Jesus. A very informative and profound presentation.
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2023-2024 Re-Enrollment
Andrews Academy’s administration and staff welcomes you to begin re-enrolling for the 2023-2024 school year. Please take time now to complete your child’s enrollment for next year.
Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 1, 2023
FACTS Re-Enrollment & Financial Agreement Opens
April 4
Academic Orientation, Class Schedule Available
August 16
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.
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
This Financial Agreement form must be approved by Gracie Gaytan, Student Accounts Manager. Please make an appointment for your family at gaytan@andrews.edu. We appreciate your patience as she has many families to meet with as well as other responsibilities.
CLASS SCHEDULE - Available in April
Upon completion of FACTS Enrollment and 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.
Your class schedule will be time-stamped and reservation for classes will be based upon class standing, availability, attendance records, and a time stamp.
- After FACTS Enrollment and Financial Agreement are completed, you will be able to choose your locker for next school year.
- Instructions and forms are located on the Andrews Academy website.
CONTACT US
Re-Enrollment Process: aaadmissions@andrews.edu
Financial Plan: gaytan@andrews.edu
Class Schedule: aaregistrar@andrews.edu
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Parent Meeting
You are invited to our virtual Parent Meeting tonight, Tuesday, February 28, at 6:30 PM.
Meeting ID: 943 5477 4657
Passcode: 095944
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Student Association Election Orientation
This Monday, March 6, at 3:30 PM, there will be a SA election orientation in the home ec room.
Anyone who is interested in running for an SA office, please attend this orientation. See Mr. Steinkraus if you have any questions.
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Next Tuesday, March 7, is our scheduled Academy Day, when area 8th graders will visit AA. This will be an e-learning day for most AA students.
Class officers and organizational officers will be helping as tour guides for the day, and some music students will be needed for chapel, but most students will work on assignments at home that day. Please let us know if you need more details regarding this event.
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SA Banquet
Sunday, March 12, 4:00 PM
The Andrews Academy banquet is happening on Sunday, March 12! Please arrive at AA at 4:00 PM to be bused to the destination.
Please note the Dress Code for School Banquets on page 80 of the school Sourcebook. Students without appropriate apparel will be asked to change, per page 80. If you have any questions about apparel, please contact the appropriate SA sponsor: Mrs. Pellegrini or Mr. Steinkraus.
Watch for a permission slip, which must be signed by a parent/guardian. It will be required to get on the bus.
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Important Upcoming Dates:
- Financial Clearance Appointments for Re-Enrollment: Starting tomorrow, Wednesday, March 1, you can make an appointment with Ms. Gracie (gaytan@andrews.edu) for financial clearance for the 2023-24 school year.
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AU Choir & Orchestra Music Festival: March 1-4 (starting at 5 PM on March 1)
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Spring Break: March 20-24
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Parent/Teacher Conferences (Noon Dismissal): March 29-30
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Important Deadline from the Registrar’s Office:
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- Work Experience Forms Due for Seniors - March 30
Ms. Ivonne Segui-Weiss
Andrews Academy Registrar
269-471-6234
aaregistrar@andrews.edu
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Lunch Volunteer Needed
The Dining Services Department is looking for a volunteer cashier to help at AA Monday - Thursday from 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM. This would be perfect for a parent or someone who is retired. The person would get a free meal everyday that they volunteer. If interested, please contact Nereida Martinez by emailing her at nereidab@andrews.edu or by calling her at 269-471-6352.
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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 a fleece/squall jacket, they should also have an AA logoed shirt underneath.
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If you need PE uniform items, please see Mrs. Mills at lunch time or after school (cash only).
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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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Sophomore Class Fundraiser
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8th graders are invited....
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Remember: If you would like Friday's 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
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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 3-5, 2023
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 March 30 by texting
Jen Lemon (269-340-2264).
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Adventist Colleges Abroad is a consortium of Seventh-day Adventist Colleges and Institutions
Students can earn language credits during the summer at an Adventist college overseas. This meeting will take place in Buller Hall at Andrews University tonight, Tuesday, February 28, at 7:00 PM.
There will be a raffle for a free plane ticket to the institution of your choice.
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* There are options to subscribe to the 2022-23 school calendar on our website.
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Students, please report positive COVID tests, symptoms, and exposure to COVID at the link below. 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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