DON'T MISS THE DISCOVERY FAIR!

The Discovery Fair will be held Aug. 23, from 9:30-10:30 a.m., in Pollman Hall. Stop by to learn more about the broad range of extracurricular studies and activities offered through Discovery. For additional information on offerings, click here. 

The Yiddishe Kup will be open for the purchase of coffee and snacks. 
PRESCHOOL ORIENTATION 

Aug. 23, 10-11 a.m.: Teenoki and K'Ton Ton students and their parents can explore the classroom together and meet teachers on Tuesday. First full day for Teenoki and K'Ton Ton is Aug. 24.
 
Aug. 23, 10-11 a.m.: Drop off Nitzanim and Chaverim students at their cl assrooms so they can explore, visit with new friends and meet teachers. First full day for Nitzanim and Chaverim is Aug. 24. 
LOWER SCHOOL ORIENTATION 

Aug. 23, 9-10 a.m.: Students are invited to meet their teachers and see their classrooms on Tuesday.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ORIENTATION AND SUPPLIES 

Aug. 23, 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m.: Middle school students can get a head start on the school year on Tuesday. At orientation, students will receive their supplies, locker assignments and schedules, and join friends for a new year luncheon on campus.

Akiba provides school supplies to all middle school students. Calculators will be available for 8th grade students, but for students who want to practice on their own, we recommend purchasing the TI-84 calculator because it can also be used in high school.
BACK-TO-SCHOOL FORMS 
  • Additional enrollment forms that are required each year for all students must be submitted by Aug. 17.
  • Discovery forms are due Aug. 23.
  • Athletic forms are due before first practice. 
All forms posted here.
HELPFUL INFORMATION 

School calendar: click here 
Lunch menu: click here
Windshield stickers and carpool tags will be available soon. Stay tuned!  
CAMP SPOTS STILL OPEN

The Jewish Community Center offers camp from Aug. 15-19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., with before and aftercare options, for K-6. Sign up by the day or for the whole week. Learn more here. 
UPDATES FROM FACEBOOK

Visit the Akiba Facebook page  for pictures and updates on the following: 
  • New lower and middle school principals
  • Bnot Sherut coming to Akiba
  • Students enjoying summer camps across the country
  • Faculty engaging in professional development 
UPCOMING EVENTS


 Aug. 10: The Akiba Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) used uniform giveaway ends tomorrow. Take as many pieces as you donated, or make a future donation of your time to the PTO. (main atrium) 


 Aug. 18, 6:30 p.m.: Bring the whole family to Monster Yogurt in Richardson for frozen treats, crafts and activities with PJ Library. Ten percent of sales from the event go toward supporting Akiba.


 Aug. 21, 9:30-10:30 a.m.: If your family is new to Akiba, be sure and check your email about a welcome get-together with buddy families. 

 

 Aug. 21, 1 p.m.: Join fellow Akiba moms for a 45-minute indoor cycling class. Cost is $36 per person, which will be donated to Akiba. ZYN22 at The Shops at Park Lane. RSVP to tammydiamond@gmail.com. 
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Akiba Academy provides a superior general and Judaic education to children in preschool through eighth grade. As a Modern Orthodox school, Akiba Academy develops ethical and responsible members of the Jewish people and American society, knowledgeable about and committed to their Jewish heritage and the State of Israel. For more information about Akiba contact  info@akibaacademy.org .