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Volume 18, Issue 67

Andrews Academy's

Official Newsletter

May 13, 2025

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Symphonic Band and Strings Spring Concert

The Andrews Academy Spring Concert featuring Symphonic Band and Strings, was held on Thursday evening, May 8, 2025, at the Howard Performing Arts Center on the campus of Andrews University. The students delivered a remarkable performance, demonstrating not only their individual musical talents but also impressive teamwork.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the students for their dedication and hard work in creating such a beautiful and memorable program. Special appreciation is also extended to music director, Dr. Elsy M. Gallardo-Diaz, for her tireless commitment to nurturing the students’ musical growth and organizing such outstanding concerts.

A particularly memorable moment came when Dylan Bergmann, dressed as Russell from the animated film Up, introduced the band’s final number. His invitation for the audience to reconnect with their youthful wonder and imagination added a touch of charm and nostalgia to the evening.

The program also included recognition of student achievements, with awards presented to members of the music groups. Seniors were honored and thanked for their years of participation and contributions to Andrews Academy’s music program.

It was truly a wonderful evening filled with music, talent, and celebration.

More photos on Facebook

Video of Concert

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

Farewell, Mrs. May!

Today just before the school day ended, Principal Perez-Schulz announced to the student body that Pastor Nancy Kardos-Moldovan ("Mrs. May"), one of our religion teachers, will be leaving at the end of the school year. She has made an impact on our school and will be greatly missed!

The AA students, faculty, and staff gave Mrs. May a standing ovation to show their appreciation for her ministry at AA over the last two years. Pastor Johnson prayed for Mrs. May, her husband, and the baby girl that they are expecting as they begin a new chapter in Ohio this summer.

This is from the Centerville SDA Church Facebook page:

Please welcome Pastor Levi Meszaros, who will be joining the pastoral team at the Centerville [Ohio] Seventh-day Adventist Church as the Pastor of Worship and Outreach beginning August 1. He recently completed his Master of Divinity at Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan, and holds a bachelor’s degree in music with an emphasis in voice performance from the University of Oradea in Romania. Originally from Romania, Levi has served in various ministry roles both there and in the United States. He is married to Nancy, who also completed her Master of Divinity at Andrews and is currently a Bible teacher at Andrews Academy. They are expecting their first child. Levi enjoys music, reading, walking, hiking, and spending time in nature.

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 Begin 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

Spring Picnic is this Friday

If you do not receive your yearbook this Friday, you may pick it up later from the main office.

Bible Study

This Sabbath, May 17
5:00-7:00 PM

AA Library

All Andrews Academy students are invited to a Bible Study Sabbath experience.

This Bible Study Sabbath is a revival of the Bible Studies we experienced last year on a few select Sabbaths. It has been a wonderful blessing to open the Bible and wrestle through some of the tough Bible questions you, the students, have in our Bible classes and through last year's Q&A times. Because we'd like to continue this tradition of our Bible Study and Q&A, we have a Sabbath afternoon set aside for just this.

All AA students who are interested in attending this experience, please fill out this Google Form. It will help us prepare accordingly, especially concerning the finger food portion.

There is also further information towards the end of the form to help you prepare/know what to bring.

I am looking forward to this experience, and hope you are too! May the LORD cover this experience with His blessing and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit as we dig into the Bible to ground our walk with the LORD.

As always, if there are any questions, comments, concerns, etc., please feel free to contact me. ~ Mrs. May (kardosmoldo@andrews.edu)

ONLY AA students using their AU email can access and fill out the survey.

Bible Study Google Form

Final Exam/Assessment Schedule

& Graduation Practices

Next 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: Next Thursday, May 22, 7:00 PM, AA Chapel - 5 tickets per graduate; overflow in library.
Consecration Service: Next Friday, May 23, 8:00 PM, Village Adventist Church. Livestream: youtube.com/villagemediaministry
Baccalaureate Service: Next Sabbath, May 24, 11:45 AM (Get to PMC early). Livestream: andrews.edu/livestream
Faculty/Senior Vespers: Next Saturday night, May 24, 7:00 PM, AA
Commencement Service: Next 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 on 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.

Please note dates for priority enrollment based on class standing. **It is important to schedule your appointment in the correct week:

► Seniors (Class of 2026) - April 8-18 - Ended

► Juniors (Class of 2027) - April 20-25 - Ended

► Sophomores (Class of 2028) - May 5-9 - Ended

► All classes - May 12 forward

* If you missed your designated class week, you may need to schedule your appointment for May 12 or later. 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)

The school year is winding down fast! We have 1 more event we need PARENTS help with.

SCHOOL PICNIC DAY – This Friday, May 16

We are having 5 rotations of FOOD tables outside for Picnic day. Please click here for the sign-up sheet. I will need help with people manning the food tables and serving students outside. If you are able to help setup or cleanup, that would be appreciated too.

Let me know if you have any questions. 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.

Honors Project Presentations

Andrews Academy seniors have the opportunity to graduate with honors through a program designed to challenge them beyond the traditional curriculum. Students in the program complete a series of advanced courses and conduct an in-depth research project.

After completing their research and writing a formal paper, participants present their findings during a special assembly—the final step in the honors project process.

This year, seven seniors (one not pictured above) presented their work to groups of approximately 20 to 30 students each. The quality of both the research and the presentations was truly impressive.
Congratulations to each presenter for a job well done! (May 13, 2025)

www.landsend.com
Enter school name and city/state (or use Preferred School # 900150871).
After selecting “Andrews Academy,” select “Shop for this School.”

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!