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Andrews Academy's
Official Newsletter
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International Assembly
The International Assembly was held on Friday, February 10, 2023. This presentation was part of the International Week at Andrews Academy.
The program included the international flag entrance, a parade of international attire, skits, special music, scripture read in five different languages, and prayer. Following the assembly, there was an international food tasting. Thank you to so many families for providing your international traditional foods for us to enjoy.
International Week is an opportunity for each student and faculty to learn more about the many cultures here at Andrews Academy. Each day we had a guest speaker present insights from their culture or discuss spiritual insights learned from their culture or international experience. We truly celebrated the cultural diversity that the Andrews Academy Family enjoys each day.
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No School
this Monday, February 20!
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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. Tickets are being sold during all lunch periods.
$15 for a single ticket
$25 for 2 people
The last day to purchase tickets is next Friday, February 24. Hope to see you all there!
When you buy a ticket, be sure to vote for courtesy king and queen (seniors only).
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Senior vs. School Badminton Tournament
The AA PE department is sponsoring a Senior vs. School Badminton tournament next Tuesday, February 21, starting at 5:00 PM. Please sign up on the list posted on the gym doors by this Friday, February 17, at 12:00 PM. This is a doubles competition, seniors can only partner with another senior, and underclassmen can partner with any class other than seniors. Based on team sign-ups will indicate if it is a single or double elimination.
There will be areas for spectators to watch the games and cheer for their classes and friends.
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Practice for the tournament will be on Tuesdays/Thursdays leading up to the event from 3:30-4:30 PM.
Equipment will be provided to each of the players for the practices and tournament.
Looking forward to this fun event. ~ Mrs. Mills
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Black History Assembly
Next Friday, February 24, 10:45 AM
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Ice Skating
Ice skating will be next Friday, February 24. Watch for more information from your sponsors as it gets closer to that date.
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Tuition
Tuition payment #7 is due on or before February 25.
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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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Important Upcoming Dates:
- Parent Meeting (Virtual): Tuesday, February 28
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Financial Clearance for Re-Enrollment Begins: Wednesday, March 1
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AU Choir & Orchestra Music Festival: March 1-4 (starting at 5 PM on March 1)
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Academy Day: Tuesday, March 7 - Area 8th graders and some AA students. Most AA students will be home that day doing asynchronous learning.
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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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Important Attendance Reminders
- 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.
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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
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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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* 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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