August 14, 2018

Important Dates and Events Thursday, August 16: US Parent Information Night, 6–8 p.m. (Pilot Center Theatre) Friday, August 17: Back-to-School BINGO, 6–8 p.m. (SAC). All Bayside families are invited to attend. Tuesday, August 21: College Admissions Forum, 6–8 p.m. Thursday, August 23: PK–12 School Spirit Day Friday, August 24: First home football game, 7 p.m. Friday, September 21: Grandparents Day, 9 a.m. PK–6 *New this year: 6 p.m., PK–12 Grandparent Tailgate (ECC Deck) Please click on the buttons below for the school and athletic calendars.

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Nurse's Corner

If your child has an allergy or specific medical needs, please fill out these forms and return to the school nurse's office located in the school library. If you have any questions, please contact Nurse Dee at (251) 338-6421 or dtran@baysideacademy.org .

Emergency Communications Test Scheduled for Thursday

Bayside Academy will test the school’s emergency communications system at 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 16. This system alerts parents of school closures and reopenings in the event of an emergency. Each parent will receive a phone call, text message, and email at 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 16, as part of the test. Parents who do not receive these test messages are asked to email Advancement Director Taylor Houser at thouser@baysideacademy.org .

Become a Bayside Booster

Become a member of the Bayside Booster Club. Bayside’s Booster Club is a nonprofit organization that promotes and fosters character and skill development through the support of sports and other co-curricular activities. The Booster Club provides logistical, volunteer and financial support for students who are committed to achieving excellence in the classroom, on the field and in the community.

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All Aboard! Daily Bus Service Now Available Point Clear, Foley, Orange Beach, & Possibly Fairhope ~ $132.75 per month

Bus transportation to and from Bayside is now available at pick-up and drop-off points in Point Clear, Foley, and The Wharf at Orange Beach. Based upon interest, a Fairhope location may be added. The cost of the service is $132.75 per month, with a full year's commitment required. Parents who have questions, need more information, or would like to sign up to ride the bus should contact Business Office Assistant Sara Powell at (251) 338-6377 or spowell@baysideacademy.org .

Beauty and the Beast

The Theater Department is excited to announce the fall show, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International and directed by Mr. Tim Kirby, will be performed November 7, 8, 10, and 11. Auditions will be held next week from 3:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. in the Pilot Center Theatre (see below for specific dates by grade level). Please come prepared to sing a song. ·          Wednesday, August 22: Grades 5 & 6 Audition scenes available on Mrs. Smith’s desk. ·          Thursday, August 23: Grades 7–12 Audition scenes available in Mr. Kirby’s office. Rehearsals will begin the week of August 27.

Two Students Selected for the Northwest Passage Project at the University of Rhode Island

Bayside Academy is one of six schools selected to participate in the Northwest Passage Project, funded by the National Science Foundation. Aubrey (12th grade) and Elsa (11th grade) Engeriser will travel with STEAM Coordinator Dr. Megan McCall to the University of Rhode Island next week to represent our school on a research expedition in the Arctic's Northwest Passage. Follow their journey as they embark on the experience of a lifetime!