Fine Artist of the Week

Thank You to Tina Lillard

I would like to thank Tyler's mom..., Ms. Tina Lillard for volunteering her time and energy to the wrestling team this year. We appreciate all she does and what she has done this season for the team.

--Coach James Sampson and Coach John Hanrahan

Feature Teacher

This month's Feature Teacher really isn't a teacher, but is the Upper School Admin. She is Lisa Imsand! Lisa started as a volunteer 14 years ago, eventually joining the staff in 2004. Then her son graduated from MSA in 2006 - she stayed and has been here all that time. She said, "Obviously MSA is like family to me, since I couldn't leave even after he graduated." Lisa likes being here because she is getting paid to do something she loves. Before coming to MSA she was a full-time mom and prior to that she was an LPN working as a surgical technician. She has 3 grown children and a granddaughter. She likes lots of foods so she couldn't pick just one - but she does know that she does NOT like sweet potatoes, no matter how they are fixed. When I asked her what she does in her spare time she said, "Since I coach and work here, I usually end up having to clean in my spare time."   :(  Interestingly Lisa and her husband enjoy riding motorcycles and as long as it is above 50 degrees they are probably out riding on the weekends - they are pictured on the Tail of the Dragon.

Thank you for what you do Lisa!

Celebrating the Presidents

In honor of Presidents' Day, Carissa's class is working on research reports about past presidents of the United States. After reading about some of our past leaders, each student chose a president to write about - we have a variety including George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Harry Truman, John F. Kennedy, and Barack Obama. This week we researched using books and the computers, and wrote our rough drafts. Next week we will be typing up the final copies of our reports. Lower School is working really hard on our first research report of the year and are proud of ourselves.

Class of 2018 Announcement

The Upper School would like to announce this year's Valedictorian and Salutatorian. "We are extremely proud of you both, you have been a great asset to our community. We know you have studied hard for exams and spent many nights preparing. All of your hard work has rewarded you well," according to Cynthia Traylor, Upper School Principal.

Congratulations go to:

Drew Maichle - Valedictorian

Andrew Border - Salutatorian

Spring PM Program Starts Monday!

We are very excited to announce our Spring PM Programs! These programs begin on Monday, February 26th and run through May 17th. This is a NEW season which means that if you were signed up for any program from the winter season, you must register again for the spring season to continue in that program.

Young Engineers is offering a free trial class on Monday, February 26th featuring their Transportation and Aviation theme for Lego Engineering this semester! All students are welcome to attend before they sign up. Please send an email to Kaylee Simmons and your child's advisory teacher to let them know your child will attend.

Check out the additional information and register on-line.

Spring Line-Up

• Monday: e2 Young Engineers Bricks Challenge - Lego Club
• Tuesday: Chess Club
• Wednesday: Art Barn & Explorers' Club
• Thursday: KK's Club and KK's Mentor Program
  

Muffins for Moms

Middle School will be holding Muffins for Moms on

Friday, March 2, 2018

8:00am

Middle School moms only

We look forward to sharing some of the things we have been working on with our moms!

Looking For a Few Extra Hands

The MSA Booster Club is holding Pizza Friday on March 23rd. If you are able to help serve pizza, it would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Taniah Jones and she will be glad to get you plugged in to the Pizza Crew. She can be reached at tjones@millsprings.org or 678-893-7830.

Talking to Your Kids - with link

In light of what has taken place this week in Florida our Counseling department found a wonderful article that gives parents some good information about talking with their kids and making them feel safe. The information is based on what mental health experts would say to their own children.

Always know that, if for any reason, your student would like to speak with a counselor, our Counseling department is here to help. Please feel free to contact them yourself if you have concerns as well.

Studio Art Gallery and Reception

Please plan to attend the Studio Art Gallery and Reception which will be held next Friday, March 2nd from 6:30-8:00pm in the Student Activities Center/Stallings Theater on the MSA Campus. Amazing student art created during the 2017-2018 school year will be on display and for sale. Live music from MSA musicians will be heard. Giveaways, food/drink, and art activities will be part of the evening as well! See you there!

Questions? Email jford@millsprings.org

--Janet Ford and Brenda Smith, Fine Arts Instructors

Sign Up Now!

Sign up now for summer sports camps at Mill Springs Academy. We are currently offering co-ed basketball and soccer. For more Sports Camp details go online or talk to Coach Phil Hanson. This is an excellent opportunity for all new students to get to know our coaches and get in the groove before school starts in August, or just have a little fun.

GO MUSTANGS!

Do you Take Pictures?

If you are prone to take pictures of your Mustang at any of the events, on or off campus, whether you take pictures with your cellphone or a camera, I would love to have them to share on our different social media outlets. When you attend any of the athletics or other activities, please keep me in mind and forward your pictures to pictures@millsprings.org. It's so helpful to have other feet on the street. Thank you in advance, I really appreciate it.

--Cheri Harwood, Director of Communications