January 22, 2019
Important Dates and Events

  • Tomorrow: Dress uniform for grades 1–12
  • Next Week: The Great Kindness Challenge
  • Thursday, January 31: Last day for parents to take the Speak Up survey
  • February 1–28: Reenrollment for current students for the 2019–2020 school year
  • Thursday, February 7: Parents Association meeting, 1:30 p.m., Pilot Center Theatre

Please click on the buttons below for the comprehensive school and athletic calendars.
Division Updates
Reenrollment
Reenrollment will take place next month. Please contact Admissions Director Alisa Ascik at aascik@baysideacademy.org or (251) 338-6446 with any questions.

All current students must reenroll during February for the 2019–2020 school year. Please note all student accounts must be up to date to reenroll.
Dress Uniform Tomorrow
This week's dress uniform day for grades 1 –12 has been moved to tomorrow due to the MLK school holiday yesterday.
Lockdown Drill
We will hold an all-campus lockdown drill this week.

 This exercise is crucial for our students' understanding of what to do should an emergency situation arise on campus. Rest assured that teachers will discuss the procedure with students in advance to help eliminate any anxiety or worry about the drill.
Box Tops
It's that time again! The next deadline to submit Box Tops for Education is Thursday, February 28 . Be sure to start clipping if you haven't been already.

Congratulations to Mrs. Ezell's 5th grade class for submitting the most Box Tops in October! As the winning class, they were treated to Frios popsicles on Friday.
PK-6 Cheer Clinic-
Registration Deadline is FRIDAY!
The varsity football cheer squad will host a cheer clinic Tuesday, January 29–Thursday, January 31 from 3:00–4:30 p.m. in the Pilot Center. The clinic is open to girls in grades PK–6. The cost is $75.00, and participants will receive a long-sleeve spirit t-shirt and perform a dance during the halftime performance of the girls varsity basketball game against Bayshore Christian on Friday, February 1, at 6:00 p.m. .
Annual Fund Aims for 100% Parent Participation:
Please Give or Pledge Today; Only Days Left in the Campaign

100% parent participation is a gift from EACH and EVERY BAYSIDE FAMILY .  
A gift, no matter the size, shows your support for our school.
To the 64% of families who have participated this year: We thank YOU!
 
The first grade level (PK–12) to reach 100% participation will receive a visit from the
Ice Cream/Coffee Truck! Additional classes reaching 100% by January 31 will receive
Lower School: Dress Like a Super Hero Day
Intermediate School: Dress Like a Rock Star Day
Upper School: Free Dress Day
 
 
Father-Daughter Dance
The Annual Father-Daughter Dance for students in PK–6th grade will be held in the SAC on Saturday, February 9 . Tickets are on sale now through Thursday, February 7 . Click here or visit the Bayside website to purchase.
Sophomore Students Shine
Capstone Leadership Academy

Congratulations to sophomores John Coleman Bryars and David Head for being selected for the Capstone Leadership Academy at The University of Alabama . Only 160 students from the entire state are chosen for this program. We are so proud of these students!
Flight Academy Scholarship

Congratulations to sophomore Ann Marie Fedro for being selected to receive the Charlotte Longfield National Flight Academy Scholarship!
Scholars Bowl
The Upper School Scholars’ Bowl teams continued their strong showing at the third set of matches at Coastal Alabama Community College on January 15. The overall record for the teams is 22– 2.

The varsity squad had a 3– 1 performance. The varsity team members for this set of matches were Elsa Engeriser, Spencer Gaberino, Ty Hartman, Ty Kannegieter (captain), and Chris Miller .

The junior varsity team went 4– 0. The team members were Ann Marie Fedro, Angus Ladd (captain), David Klimjack, Liam Nagle, and Ben VanDerHeyden .

The teams have two competitions scheduled in February.
Blood Drive Success
Thank you to everyone who donated blood during the LifeSouth Blood Drive last Wednesday.

We blew our goal of 20 donations out of the water by having 61 people donate (enough to save 180 lives)!

We appreciate each and every person—the 37 students, 7 faculty/staff members, and 17 parents—who took time to give blood.
Spring Play Cast Announced:
The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood
First Bayside Lacrosse Club takes to the Field
We are excited to have our own Bayside Academy Lacrosse Club. The club is comprised of boys grades 9-12 who will make up both the JV and Varsity teams. The Club will foster the growth of the game and exhibit the values of a sport with a long and rich history. These values, coupled with the sport’s competitive nature, reinforce life lessons both on and off the field and reinforce Bayside’s Core Values of integrity, respect, and community. The game also emphasizes playing in the spirit of the game, honoring tradition, exhibiting good sportsmanship, and enhancing teamwork and camaraderie.
Come out and cheer on the Admirals, Saturday, February 2, 11 a.m., 64 Complex.
Final Days!

Parents are asked to take this quick online survey by Thursday, January 31 as part of the Speak Up Research Project for Digital Learning . This is your opportunity to have your voice heard and share your viewpoints as a parent about key educational issues, particularly concerning digital learning and the use of technology in schools.
Volunteer Opportunities
Please click on the buttons below to sign up for volunteer opportunities around campus: