February 21, 2020 | Vol 13, Iss 24, No 456

NEWSLETTER

WE ARE EXCITED FOR WHAT IS TO COME

The sun is shining! I got in my car to come to work and realized the sun was shining. By the time I had gotten to my desk I had seen a fox slink into the woods, a bluebird on top of a sign and a beautiful red cardinal fly past me to a tree. Between that and the glorious sun, I knew it would be a good day!

We may have had a day off on Monday and a delayed start today, but it seems we were still able to squeeze in all kinds of excitement as you will see below! Make sure you check it all out.

We have been busy gathering your re-enrollments for next year, even though that seems so far away. I hope you have had the chance to review the email that went out from Debbie on Wednesday. We are so excited for what is to come, that we just want you to know we are glad you are returning to experience all of that.

Have a terrific weekend and we will see you on Monday!

THIS WEEK'S NEWS

Thank You to the Stokes Family

Dear Stokes Family: Thank you so much for the Hot-N-Ready Krispy Kreme Doughnuts!! Oh my gosh, they were amazing

Re-enrollment Deadline

Re-enrollment is upon us! Make sure you log into FACTS Family (formerly ParentsWeb) look over the announcement for the instructions and information.

African American Achievements

In Middle School’s History and World Geography, we have been working on our Black History Month poster projects.

PVA Social & Sip Raises Money for Mini Grants

On February 1, the PVA hosted a social for all MSA Parents at Vino 100. The event was a fun way for parents to get to know each other while raising funds for PVA mini grants.

Grammar, Anyone?

The grade 6 English Language Arts classes have been working on their favorite part of ELA studies; they have been doing a grammar lesson.

It's Time for MILK and Cookies

This seasons edition of MILK, the student-led Upper School publication is ready for you to check out. Grab a comfy chair and have some MILK and Cookies.

Discovering Tellus

On Tuesday, Lower School went on a field trip to the Tellus Museum in Cartersville, GA.

Labor Strike Picket Signs of the Gilded Age

During the Gilded Age of the late 1800’s in America, powerful robber barons dominated society and kept wages low. Working conditions were poor as well and workers suffered in dangerous mines and factories.

Shakespeare - Not Just Read, but Performed!

In 7th Grade Language Arts we are turning our attention to the one and only William Shakespeare! Students are learning about iambic pentameter (super fun) and the importance of punctuation and grammar in a Shakespearean Soliloquy.

Tech Tip: Meet the Technology Department

Sometimes you just need to know who to go to, let us help you - Meet our Technology Department in this article!

Spotlight Shines on Ethan Turnquist

This week Fine Arts would like to shine a spotlight on senior, Ethan Turnquist. This hard-working young artist is spending as much time as he can in the art room these days preparing for his big step next year to SCAD Atlanta, where he plans to study sequential art.

Do you Need Summer School?

Do you, or someone you know, need Summer School? Do you want to take a hard class all by itself? Summer School is a great place to do that.

COMMUNITY CARES & CONCERNS

The FitzGerald Family

The Jones Family

If there is ever a care or concern you would like to share with the community, please just email me at any time, I will be glad to include either names or situations. For privacy, I will only list names and claim ignorance if anyone asks me for details. Cheri