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Andrews Academy's
Official Newsletter
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Class Devotions
The freshmen, sophomore, and seniors enjoyed their class vespers this past Friday evening, while the juniors had their vespers the week before. The sophomores enjoyed a Nature Nugget Treasure hunt and campfire hotdog supper out in nature. They walked through the trails looking for treasures of chocolate, scriptures and lessons from nature that they then shared around the campfire.
Seniors had their last class vespers of their four years at the Hippler home, the same location where they had their first vespers their freshmen year. It included outdoor games and supper by the campfire and then worship in their home led by the class pastor John Bitterman. Thank you, officers and sponsors, for planning these vespers for the classes.
For more photos of sophomore class vespers, please go to the sophomore Facebook group album. Sophomores, please join this group.
For more photos of senior class vespers, please go to the senior Facebook group album. Seniors, please join this group.
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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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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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Upcoming AA Spring Concert
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You are invited to attend our second music performance this week:
This Thursday, May 11, 7 PM: Orchestra & Vocal Concert (live-streamed on FB)
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Dress Rehearsal:
Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 10, 6 PM: Orchestra & Vocal Rehearsal (watch for more info from your music teachers)
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This Monday, May 15,
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM, at AA
This Monday, we will have our traditional class team relay, school vs. senior co-ed soccer and kickball, yummy food, and yearbook release. Sign-up sheets are on the gym doors. Please sign up by this Friday, May 12.
Please plan to arrive by 8:30 AM for devotions as we dedicate the new officers for the new school year and unveil the new yearbook.
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Dismissal is at 2:00 PM.
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SOW Safari Info Meeting
Next Thursday, May 18, 6:00 PM
This meeting is for those who have inquired about SOW Safari, picked up an application and information, completed all paperwork, been officially enrolled in the class, and/or your name is on the waiting list. Regardless of your status, please attend our first Student and Parent/Guardian meeting for SOW Safari 2023-2024 next Thursday at Andrews Academy. During this meeting we will give more specific details about plans for the trip and how you can prepare over the summer.
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SA Beach Vespers
Next Sabbath, May 20, 5:00-9:00 PM
Soon 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 is encouraged.
Students may not drive themselves. Come to AA at 5:00 PM to be transported by bus to the beach.
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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 Dates: Next week, Wednesday-Friday, May 17-19
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Time: 10 - 11 AM / 3:15 - 4 PM
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Location: Room A43. 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 (see enrollment instructions above).
* Those who missed your designated class week may schedule your appointment now using the link from Ms. Gracie.
Ms. Ivonne Segui-Weiss
Andrews Academy Registrar
269-471-6234
aaregistrar@andrews.edu
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Upcoming Events:
- Assembly - Honors Projects: Tuesday, May 16
- Assembly - Awards: Friday, May 19
- Sophomore Car Wash & Bake Sale: Sunday, May 21
- Grad Brunch for Incoming 9th Graders: Sunday, June 4, 10:30 AM
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No early departure policy applies.
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Tuition
Tuition #10 Due on or before May 25
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Graduation Information
- Class Night: Thursday, May 25, 7:00 PM, AA Chapel - 6 tickets per graduate; overflow in library
- Consecration Service: Friday, May 26, 8:00 PM, at Village Adventist Church
- Parent Sabbath School: Sabbath, May 27, 10:00 AM, AA Chapel
- Baccalaureate Service: Sabbath, May 27, 11:45 AM (Get to PMC early)
- Faculty/Senior Party: Saturday night, May 27, 8:00 PM
- Commencement Service: Sunday, May 28, 11:00 AM, at PMC
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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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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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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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Some AU Dual Enrollment Options
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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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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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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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