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Andrews Academy's
Official Newsletter
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Reformation Tour
Andrews Academy’s Reformation Tour (April 17-27, 2023) is still underway. Forty students have been walking the steps of the reformers and creating memories that will last a lifetime and more importantly build their Christian faith. Last Sabbath’s church was in a cave, a place where the Waldensians would worship in for fear of being persecuted. It must have been a moving time to contemplate the freedoms we have contrasted with the Waldensians who feared for their lives as they worshiped and sang together in these caves.
May each student’s faith be strengthened as they walk in the steps of the early reformers of the church and may each share their experiences to build the faith of the students who were not able to go on Reformation Tour.
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| Video of students singing |
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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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| Instructions for New Students |
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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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| Instructions for Returning Students |
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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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Senior Retreat
This Friday, April 28, from 3-9 PM
Reminder to all seniors to join us for Senior Retreat! We will do rock wall climbing, laser tag, use the trampoline, and more. Please make sure you signed the waiver for the activities. This needs to be done before you can participate in their activities. (Please see the previous email from Mr. Atkins that was sent last week for this link.) We will also be giving you a school permission slip to attend this event. We will travel in the coach and will enjoy dinner and worship together. We will also be doing one more thing as we plan for graduation. We hope each of you can attend this event. For those on Reformation Tour, we will give you a permission slip when you arrive at school on Thursday.
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Junior Class Vespers
This Friday, April 28, $5 due with the permission slip
Join us for games, food, and vespers. The location is on the permission slip, which is located in the main office. Parents should drop off and pick up students.
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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 missed 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:
- Senior Retreat: April 28 (grade 12), 3-9 PM
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Junior Vespers: April 28 (grade 11)
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Spring Concerts: May 9 & 11
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Spring Picnic/Yearbooks: May 15
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SA Beach Church: May 20
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Final Exams (no early departure policy applies): May 23-25
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Graduation Weekend: May 26-28
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Tuition
Tuition payment #9 is due today, Tuesday, April 25.
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Senior Tuition #10 Due: This Monday, May 1
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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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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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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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