SMA Prep Weekly
Middle School Campus
Dear Families,

As we wrapped up the open enrollment period, it was exciting to send out our acceptance invitations for next year's class of 6th grade cadets! We're looking at another full house of enthusiastic students and families who are eager to join our SMA community next year. Welcome!
We received exciting news this week when it was announced that the well in South Sudan was complete! Thank you to the Prep Interact Club and their teacher leadership, SMA-CPT Neff, SMA-MAJ Pelletier, and SMA-CPT Clancy for their dedication in seeing this project through to the end.

If you haven't heard yet, our boys soccer team is heading to the playoffs next week! We hope everyone will join us on Tuesday, March 5th for the first game of the playoffs.

Have a great weekend!

~ Major Becky Morris, Assistant Head of School
Here's what is happening at the Prep:
Boys Soccer is Going to the Playoffs!
SMA Prep boys soccer team is heading into the playoffs next week undefeated! Way to go Eagles! The team will host Rowlett Academy next Tuesday (3/5) in the first round of the playoffs. Come out and support your #1 Eagles!

Video credit goes to parent, Daniel Perales -- thank you!
Promotion Ceremony

Congrats to our Prep Cadets who recently received their promotions! We are proud of your accomplishments.

#ourSMA #SMAleadership
Learning in Action: Agriscience

SMA-MAJ Walker's Agriscience classes enjoyed their harvest of Deep Water Culture lettuce last week. After setting up the hydroponic system with 2 week old seedlings, the lettuce took only 21 days to reach maturity. Lettuce planted in the soil will take another month to mature. Hydroponic crops grow bigger and faster because the nutrients are made more accessible to the roots . . . and they taste great!
CIRCUS SARASOTA 2019
Feb. 15th - Mar. 10th

Circus Sarasota is offering a $5.00 coupon for all SMA families. You may pick one up at the office or use promo code SMA19 through the Box Office, by phone (941-355-9805) or online ( CircusArts.org ). Only ONE discount voucher needed per family or group. Excludes Mezzanine 9 & 10 seats.
Not valid with any other offers.
SMA Prep Cadets of the Month

Congrats to our Cadets of the month who were recognized for the IB Learner Profile characteristic -  #Inquirer ! These cadets are recognized for how they learn with enthusiasm and curiosity, and develop the skills that will sustain a love of learning throughout life.  #ourSMA   #IBworldschool   #IBlearner
GET YOUR TICKETS
FOR SURVIVORMAN TODAY!

Remember, the VIP Kayaking Experience with Survivorman
is limited to 40 - do not wait to get your tickets
for this amazing once in a lifetime opportunity!
All employees and cadets may purchase a concert ticket for $20.00, all other tickets are $35.00.
2019-2020 Freshmen Schedules

If you plan on going into Pre-IB next year at SMA HS, you can beat the rush of schedule selections and receive individual one-on-one attention by sending an appointment request to Pam Donehew. I nclude two dates and times that you are available. She will respond with an email indicating which date and time fits her schedule.
SMA Raiders 2nd Annual Rise & Run 5K

Thank you to our community, SMA families, and sponsors for supporting the 2nd Annual Rise & Run 5K! It was a perfect day for a race in support our SMA Raiders and Jr. Raiders. A huge SHOUTOUT to Coach Jackie Sharkey-Trecartin and MSG (Ret) Johnny Browning for your dedication in bringing it all together! 
ATHLETIC NEWS

Soccer Results

Last week, the undefeated boys soccer team racked up another win against arch rival SSAS beating them 5-1. The ball stayed on SSAS's half of the field most of the game wearing down their defense. SMA goals were scored by Jonah Patterson, Luca Patarini and Max Farrugia. Outstanding defensive kicks by Unai Wantanabe and goal keeping by Noe Salazar had a huge impact on this Eagles win. 

This week, the boys soccer team finished the regular season 7 and 0 by defeating Imagine North Port 5-1. Scoring goals for the Eagles were Max Farrigua, Luca Patarini, Unai Wantanabe, Matthew Bickel, and Kique Perales. Great job Eagles!


Golf Tryouts

Anyone interested in playing golf this year should see Coach Mrs. Smith for details. Tryouts for golf are March 12th and 13th at Tatum Ridge Golf Links.    
Prep Sports & Clubs Calendar
We have a new calendar posted on the website! You may access the new sports and clubs calendar on our athletics page or combined with our community calendar . If you use Google Calendars, click on the plus sign on the bottom right corner of either calendar to add to your Google account and receive live updates.
Yearbook & 8th Grade Ads

It's that time of year to purchase your yearbook advertisement or 8th grade ad! Complete and return the Advertisement Form to reserve your space today.

Clubs and Activities

For information about ongoing clubs and activities, please see our website: SMA Prep/Middle School Clubs & Activities
Volunteers!

SMA Prep needs volunteers to help serve lunch to our cadets. Please contact Kathy Simon or Betty Bultemeier for lunch times and additional information.

Volunteers are also needed for the Media Center at SMA Prep. Please contact
SMA-LTCOL Currie for more information.
Substitute Teachers Wanted!

Anyone that has a bachelor's degree and is interested in substitute teaching should contact Betty Bultemeier .
Enrollment Information Meetings
8:30-9:30 AM

Please share with neighbors and friends that are interested in their child attending SMA Prep that our Enrollment Information Meetings start promptly at 8:30 AM and end by 9:30 AM. Let them know to bring their inquiring student to hear directly from Prep Cadets about campus life at the Prep.

Our next meeting date is on Wednesday: March 13
No reservation is needed. Please share with any interested family, friends, and neighbors!

Upcoming Enrollment Information Meetings: 3/13, 4/10, and 4/30.

Open Enrollment: begins October 1, 2018 and ends January 31, 2019 for the 2019/20 school year.
SMA Board Meeting
March 14, 2019

The SMA Board of Directors will hold a board meeting on March 14, 2019 at 2:30 pm in the SMA High School Conference Room.  

SMA Foundation Board, Inc.
March 12, 2019

On Tuesday, March 12th at 2:30 pm, the SMA Foundation Board of Directors will meet in the conference room on the SMA High School campus.
Gently-Used Clothes Closet

Uniform donations are greatly appreciated throughout the year. This allows us to continue offering a selection of sizes at a reduced cost of $7 per item. Please bring items you wish to donate to the office during office hours.

We are taking appointments for anyone wanting to purchase a gently-used uniform. Please call our office at 941-877-7737 to make your appointment.