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Andrews Academy's
Official Newsletter
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Home Ec Class
Last week, Dr. David VanDenburgh, retired pastor, teacher, and the father of AA teacher Mr. VanDenburgh, taught students in Home Skills/Home Ec a week-long unit on cooking. They began with the basics of frying an egg, transitioned into cooking an omelet—which included instruction in how to handle cutlery and prepare vegetables—and concluded by preparing a vegan Thai vegetable curry.
The class normally includes one day each week devoted to a cooking lab, but the week-long unit added depth and continuity. It also ensured instruction continued while Mr. VanDenburgh, who has been teaching Home Ec since spring break, participated in an accreditation site visit. AA values community members who contribute their time and talents to enrich our students' lives. Thank you, Dr. VanDenburgh!
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2023-2024 Re-Enrollment
Andrews Academy’s administration and staff welcomes you to re-enroll your child for the 2023-2024 school year. Parents, please take time now to complete your child’s re-enrollment for next year.
March 1, 2023
FACTS Re-Enrollment & Financial Agreement Opened
April 4
Academic Orientation, Class Schedule Available
August 16
First (Half) 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 https://calendly.com/aafinances/30min. We appreciate your patience as she has many families to meet with as well as other responsibilities.
CLASS SCHEDULE - Available as of April 4
Upon completion of FACTS Enrollment and the Financial Agreement, an email will be sent to you with instructions to make an appointment with the registrar. Appointments began in April starting with the new seniors, then juniors, and sophomores (see dates in registrar's announcement below).
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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Junior Class Enchilada Fundraiser
The junior class is taking orders for enchiladas, beans, and Mexican rice. Please see a member of the junior class to place an order for this delicious food. The orders can be picked up at Andrews Academy between 4:00 and 6:00 PM on Sunday, April 30.
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The order forms and money are due to Mr. Wright by tomorrow, Wednesday, April 19. Enchiladas will be prepared on Sunday, April 30.
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E-Learning Day for 11th & 12th Grades and
MAP Testing for 9th & 10th Grades
Friday, April 28,
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Grades 9 & 10 will be taking the MAP Test on Friday, April 28. There is no cost, and no preparation is needed other than to get a good night's rest and eat a hearty breakfast.
Students should arrive at school at 8:00 AM. Testing will begin promptly at 8:30 AM and should conclude by 12:30 PM.
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Lunch will not be served.
Please make sure that your student(s) arrive on time and are picked up on time as well.
We encourage the students to bring a book to read or homework that can be completed if they finish with a section ahead of time.
Grades 9 & 10 will have e-learning in the afternoon. Be sure to check Google Classroom for any assignments for your afternoon classes that begin at 12:00 PM or later.
Grades 11 & 12 will be learning at home that day. They should check Google Classroom for each of their classes to see what has been assigned for that day.
Ms. Leslie Nieves, Guidance Counselor
269-471-3453
nievesl@andrews.edu
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Important Dates from the Registrar’s Office:
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Sophomores (class of 2026) – May 1-5
* 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).
* If you miss your designated class week, you will need to schedule your appointment beginning May 8.
- Class Withdraw Deadline - Tuesday, May 9
Ms. Ivonne Segui-Weiss
Andrews Academy Registrar
269-471-6234
aaregistrar@andrews.edu
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Important Upcoming Dates:
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Tuition
Tuition payment #9 is due on or before next Tuesday, April 25.
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Senior Tuition #10 Due: Monday, May 1
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Hebrews Bible Class
Hebrews Bible class recently had a guest speaker, Dr. Richard M. Davidson from the AU seminary, share about the sanctuary. He brought in matzah, arugula, and apple butter for the class to experience Passover together, since Passover occurred recently! He also brought sheep visuals as he talked through the sacrificial system—which literally points to Jesus (see the cross presented). A student was dressed as Aaron, the high priest, would have been. Dr. Davidson went through the symbolism present in the colors, bells, pomegranates, and gems. He has slowly collected rocks that portray these colors, which he passed around for students to see.
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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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Farewell to Pastor Dwight Nelson
On Sabbath, April 22, join Pioneer Memorial Church (PMC), Andrews University, District 9 Adventist churches and many out-of-town guests for the official farewell and celebration of the ministry of Dwight K Nelson, lead pastor at Pioneer from 1983 to 2023. This once-in-a-generation program will take place at 4:00 PM at PMC, telling the story of God’s blessing to the world through Nelson’s ministry, and feature testimonies, hymns, music by the Andrews University Singers, and by Charles Reid, along with moving material from audio and video archives.
All programming celebrating Pastor Dwight’s 40 years of ministry will be broadcast live on the Pioneer website, Facebook page, and the Roku channel.
Pastor Dwight Farewell Services
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April 22 - 9:00 and 11:45 AM, PMC Church Services
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April 22 - 4:00 PM, Tribute Program, PMC
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May 20 - Farewell breakfast at 10:00 AM in the PMC Commons and Final Sermon at 11:45 (one service only).
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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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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