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Volume 18, Issue 69

Andrews Academy's

Official Newsletter

May 20, 2025

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Last Day of School: This Thursday, May 22

Baby in Bloom Celebration

To celebrate the upcoming arrival of Mrs. May’s baby, we are showering her with gifts of diapers and baby wipes before the school year wraps up. The faculty gave her a baby carrier/car seat combination. Students also had the opportunity to share their well wishes by signing two large congratulatory cards for Mrs. May, our beloved AA religion teacher. And to make the celebration even sweeter, a surprise treat awaited each student after chapel on Monday—delicious cupcakes to enjoy in honor of this special occasion! (May 19, 2025)

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Class of 2026 Senior Class Officers

At Andrews Academy, election of officers for the senior class occurs near the close of their junior year. This way the new officers have time to plan for their senior year, with their senior class trip being their first major project. Elections were held on May 6, 2025.

Thank you to ALL of the juniors who ran for class office!

Together, we look forward to an exciting senior year.

Congratulations to the new Class of 2026 officers.

President: Audrey Simpson

Vice President: Montgomery Snyder

Pastor: Iliana (Lily) Murphy

Secretary: Pace Carlsen

Treasurer: Josiah Leets

Public Relations: Emerson Kim

Representatives: Hetu Brahmbhatt

Solomon Miller

Celia Dynae Newkirk

Student Association Elections

Andrews Academy strives to lead the way in quality education. An important component of this is nurturing the development of our future leaders. One way we accomplish this is to encourage students to run for various offices in student leadership. If you have visited the school this week, you may have noticed that there were several posters on the TVs in the Commons, office, and library leading up to SA elections. Students have been in the midst of campaigning. We have the elections this time of year so that next year’s SA officers can learn some from this year’s officers and can then work on careful planning for next school year.

This past Friday, May 16, we had SA speeches and elections. During the assembly, the description of each office was presented by current SA officers, and candidates made their speeches. During the picnic events, students voted. Results were announced on Monday morning. Please pray for the choices that were made and for their leadership for the next school year.

We’re excited to see the energy, ideas, and leadership this team will bring to our campus community. Here's to a fantastic year ahead!

Student Association Officers

President: Jonathan Raveloharimisy
Religious VP: Sebastian Silié
Social VP: Melanie Fusté
Secretary: Winston Dos Reis

Treasurer: William Newbold
Public Relations: Ishmael Jacques
Parliamentarian: Shema Gaparayi

2025-2026 Re-Enrollment

Andrews Academy’s administration and staff welcomes you to re-enroll your child for the 2025-2026 school year. Parents, please take time now to complete your child’s re-enrollment for next year.

March 12, 2025
FACTS Re-Enrollment Opened

April 8
Academic Orientation, Class Schedule Available

August 4
Tuition #1 Due

August 18
First Day of School

FACTS ENROLLMENT

FACTS requires a non-refundable $100 payment upon submission of enrollment. A verification email will be sent to you.

Follow these simple instructions:

Please go to https://factsmgt.com
Select Log In Here.
Under For Families, select Family Portal Log In.
Enter AN-MI into the District Code field.
Enter your username and password. If you have forgotten your username or password, please click on the link provided. If you are unable to log in, please contact Gina Meekma (ginam@andrews.edu or call 269-471-3138) for assistance.
After logging in, click on the Apply/Enroll button in the left menu.
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.)

You do not need to meet with Ms. Gracie before doing online enrollment.

MEDICAL INSURANCE CARD

Upload a medical insurance card (front & back – jpeg format only) when completing FACTS enrollment OR email to aaadmissions@andrews.edu.

Note: Anyone who had AU's Priority Health insurance needs to submit their new HMA insurance card.

🚩 FINANCIAL AGREEMENT - Sign up for an appointment with Ms. Gracie. You do not need to meet with her before following the steps above for re-enrolling.

The Financial Agreement form must be approved by Gracie Gaytan, Student Accounts Manager. Please make an appointment for your family as soon as possible at https://calendly.com/aafinances. Only one appointment per family is necessary unless there are special circumstances. We appreciate your patience as she has many families to meet with as well as other responsibilities.

CLASS SCHEDULE - Available as of April 8

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 begin 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.

Based on FACTS Enrollment and Financial Agreement dates, you will be able to choose your locker for next school year, typically during the summer.
Instructions and forms are located on the Andrews Academy website.

CONTACT US

Re-Enrollment Process: aaadmissions@andrews.edu

Financial Information: gaytan@andrews.edu

Class Schedule: aaregistrar@andrews.edu

2025-26 Year-at-a-Glance Calendar

Community Service Projects

An important component of the Andrews Academy experience is to be involved in service projects! This past Sunday, a group of five biology students, a parent volunteer, and the biology teacher cleaned up the on and off ramps of US 31 just out of town as part of the Adopt-A-Highway program. The Academy has been involved in that program for more than a decade. Also at various times throughout the spring semester, biology students helped in Beginners Sabbath School at PMC.

Thank you to each student who has been involved in various service projects, either in your home church or in our community this school year.

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New Students

Applications for new students are now open. Parents, if you have a current student at AA, you can start a new application packet in FACTS, in the same place that you re-enroll your current student (under Apply/Enroll, click on Application).

For new families, please go to the AA website and click on "Apply Now" for the online application.

To reserve classes, new students must have applied, been financially cleared, turned in two recommendation forms, and be done with online enrollment.

March 11, 2025
FACTS Applications Opened

May 19

Class Schedule Appointments Began for New Enrollees in Grades 10-12

June 1
Grad Brunch for 9th Graders, Schedule Available - 10:30 AM

June 3

Class Schedule Appointments Begin for New Enrollees in Grade 9

August 4
Tuition #1 Due

August 18
First Day of School

AA Website

Instructions for New Students

2025-26 Year-at-a-Glance Calendar

CONTACT US

Application/Enrollment Process: aaadmissions@andrews.edu

Financial Information/Questions: gaytan@andrews.edu

(Appointments: https://calendly.com/aafinances)

Class Schedule Questions: aaregistrar@andrews.edu

Returning Laptops and Chromebooks

Please turn in your school-owned laptop as soon as possible (by this Thursday afternoon, sooner is preferable). Every laptop turned in should come with the charger and box in which it came.

Any student issued a laptop that is not returned in good condition will incur a $600.00 charge on their account.

Your promptness with this allows us time to ensure that the laptops are received with all components and no damage to them in order to prevent missing or damage charges to student accounts.

Also, if you have a Chromebook that has not been returned, please turn it in right away.

Thank you for your attention and help,

Mr. Caleb Akins

AA Media Ministry

akins@andrews.edu

Final Exam/Assessment Schedule

& Graduation Practices

This Week, May 20-22

No early departure policy applies.

Final exams/assessments start next week. Please note when your exams are scheduled for and carefully prepare for them so that you can do well in each of your classes.

If there is a family emergency or some type of extenuating circumstances that necessitate a student missing any of their final exams, there is a form in the office to request an exception to the policy that will need to be filled out, signed by parent, administration, and teacher(s), and then turned in to the office prior to exam week. There is a $20 fee for each exam that needs to be rescheduled.

Students are required to attend even if you do not have an exam/ assessment for that time slot. However, if you have a study hall (or band) during the first exam slot of the day, then you do not need to arrive until devotions. For students with band or a study hall for the first or last exam slot of the day (except Thursday), parents should contact us at AAattendance@andrews.edu or 269-471-3138 to excuse band/study hall. Contact Mrs. Meekma in the front office if you have any questions. Be sure to sign in at the front office if you arrive late or leave early.

If you have a break in between two finals (for example, on Wednesday you have a 10:15 AM class final and no 11:10 AM class final [such as a study hall or CSA], then a 2:25 PM class final), then you must go to study hall. You may not leave campus and walk over to Apple Valley or anywhere else. Everyone should attend Mizpah/Communion/Checkout on Thursday.

Please remember that students must stay in the classroom for the entire exam class period. You may not go "get books," "get a drink," etc. when you are done with your exam. Before the exam begins, please get books you may need to study from, get a drink, use the restroom, etc. so that you can stay in the classroom the entire time. We want the entire school to be quiet during exams so that they can be done as effectively as possible without distractions. Thank you!

Graduation Information

Class Night: This Thursday, May 22, 7:00 PM, AA Chapel - 5 tickets per graduate; overflow in library.
Consecration Service: This Friday, May 23, 8:00 PM, Village Adventist Church. Livestream: youtube.com/villagemediaministry
Baccalaureate Service: This Sabbath, May 24, 11:45 AM, PMC (Get there early). Livestream: andrews.edu/livestream
Faculty/Senior Vespers: This Sabbath evening, May 24, 7:00 PM, AA.
Conferring of Diplomas Service: This Sunday, May 25, 11:00 AM, PMC. Livestream: andrews.edu/livestream

Testing Out of Spanish I or II at AA

Spanish I and/or II test out exams will take place next Friday, May 30, at 3:00 PM at Andrews Academy.

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.

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.

Important Information from the Registrar’s Office:

Class Schedule Information for Current Students:

Once you have re-enrolled online and completed your Financial Agreement with Ms. Gracie, you will receive an email with instructions on how to make an appointment with our Registrar, Ms. Ivonne.

Be sure to put your name on the sign up sheet on my office door in case I can meet with you sooner.

Ms. Ivonne Segui Medina

Andrews Academy Registrar
269-471-3996
aaregistrar@andrews.edu

Textbook Buyback

Please remember that AA is in the process of implementing a Textbook Buyback Program, which will allow us to purchase books that were used by students this semester/school year. Soon we will be sharing detailed information regarding the buyback process, including the list of eligible books, pricing, and procedures.

This program is designed to make book costs more manageable for our families while promoting sustainable practices.

Note that some textbooks are used all school year, and that we will also buy books back this coming summer.

We encourage all families to keep an eye out for further communications with specific dates and instructions. If you have any questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our office.

Thank you for your continued support and for partnering with us in this initiative.

Parents Positively Involved (PPI)

I will be evaluating PPI and the structure for next year and would value your input. I will put a survey out closer to the end of the year. Thank you for your continued support for our faculty and AA SCHOOL as a whole. Parent involvement is essential to the Christian education of our children!

Kimberly Spare

Andrews Academy PPI Coordinator

aappi@andrews.edu

Tuition

Payment #10 out of 10 is due by May 25 (except for seniors, which is due sooner). You may put your payment in the drop box on the post by the main doors if needed.

Please contact Ms. Gracie at gaytan@andrews.edu with questions.

Baptism Invite

Micah Leiterman will be getting baptized this Sabbath, May 24, at 4:00 PM at PMC. The AA family is invited.

Grad Brunch for Incoming Freshmen

Next Sunday, June 1, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM, Andrews Academy

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 classes, 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. Some uniforms will also be available for sale (limited sizes and quantities - cash or check only).

There may be limited financial clearance appointments available. You may also meet with Gracie during the summer, but you cannot move on to online enrollment and reserving classes until you meet with her as well as submit the application and two recommendation forms.

If you plan to apply for Financial Aid, please bring copies of the following:

• 2024 W2 or 1099 (if you do contract work)
• 2024 Tax Return

This will help to speed up the processing of your paperwork.

Note: Classes cannot be reserved until the online application, two positive recommendation forms, financial clearance, and online enrollment are completed, even if you turn a schedule in at Grad Brunch.

Full Calendar on Website

2024-25 Year-at-a-Glance Calendar

2025-26 Year-at-a-Glance Calendar

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.

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!

AA Uniforms Available from Lands' End

Uniforms can be purchased from Lands’ End, including for PE. 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 understand that uniforms are on back order from Land's End. We do have a limited supply of uniforms for sale at AA (cash or check only) during office hours.

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. Only AA logoed jackets are allowed to be worn in the building.

The PE uniform can only be worn during PE class.

AA's Lands' End Store

Google Account Security Key Required

PLEASE note that if your child still has their security key from last year, you DO NOT NEED to purchase them a new one.

If you have not done so already, please purchase the Multi-Factor Authentication Security Key for all AA students. This key is essential for your child to access all Google platforms (AU email, Google Classroom, etc.), as well as secure documents from Andrews University and Andrews Academy. Each student needs their own security key.

Security Key Link

If you have any further questions, feel free to email me.

Forms to check out a school computer for use at home during the school year can be found in the main office. Both a parent and the student's signatures are required.

Thank you for your cooperation,

Mr. Caleb Akins, MA

Media Ministry Director

Andrews Academy

akins@andrews.edu

FACTS or Andrews Email Log In Help

If you need help logging in to FACTS or help with your Andrews email and password, please contact Mrs. Gina Meekma (ginam@andrews.edu) in the main office.

You can find your schedule, grades, missing assignments, etc. on FACTS.

Important Attendance Information

Pre-arranged Absences: Please be sure to fill out a pre-arranged absence card if you know in advance that you will be missing school due to a doctor/dentist/orthodontist appointment, trip, basketball tournament, driver's test, etc. These cards can be found in the main office or online. A parent's signature is required, then the office, and teacher(s) of the class(es) that you will miss.
Class Schedule Adjustment (CSA) Requests: A CSA is available for students who have a study hall at the beginning or ending of the school day or will be working during a study hall during the school day. A CSA is required for students who leave the Academy to attend classes at Andrews University, who are going to work off campus, or who wish to begin the school day later or leave earlier on a regular basis. The CSA request form must be filled out and signed by everyone indicated on the form before the student stops attending their study hall. Students must adhere to CSA guidelines that are printed on the CSA application. Any violation may cause the CSA to be revoked. I will email students and parents when a CSA is approved.
Other Absences: Parents, please call the front office (269-471-3138) or email aaattendance@andrews.edu if your student is going to be absent or tardy. These are the preferable methods.

Please provide the reason why your child will not be attending school and how long you think they will be out.

Parents/Guardians are the only authorized individuals who can excuse a student's attendance. When emailing, parents must send correspondence from their email account to maintain the validity of the request. Please include the name of the student.

From the Sourcebook (pg. 83):

Students who miss three (3) consecutive school days due to illness must provide written documentation from a certified medical professional corroborating the necessity of that absence.

For any attendance questions that you would like to ask by email, please direct these questions to aaattendance@andrews.edu.

Thank you!

Ms. Leslie Nieves
Guidance Counselor/Attendance Officer
Andrews Academy
269-471-3453

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!