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SAINT BASIL ACADEMY
711 FOX CHASE ROAD
JENKINTOWN, PA
19046
(215)885-3771
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SEVENTH GRADE PRACTICE EXAM
Saturday, March 4, 2017
8 AM
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INDOOR TRACK
Congratulations!
The SBA Indoor Track team competed against 50 other schools at Lehigh University last Friday. Here is a recap of the results:
Freshman Taylor Thomas ran 5:35 in the mile, an outstanding time for a freshman!
Kambi Walker, Sophia Barnett, Sophia Mahoney & Ciani Kensey turned in outstanding performances in the 800 meter relay.
Sophia Barnett finished 8th in the 55 meter hurdles.
Sophia Mahoney had a great performance in the 300 meter dash.
Claire Cassidy placed 5th in the 600 meter run.
Congratulations to our student athletes!!
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MOCK TRIAL
Congratulations!
Congratulations to the SBA Mock Trial team! The Defense Team won their first round against Wissahickon High School in the Montgomery County region of the
Pennsylvania State Mock Trial Competiti
on on January 24, 2017 at the courthouse in Norristown. Brenda Jones was acknowledged with a Best Witness award, and Dianna Gavrykh was recognized with a Best Attorney award.
The Prosecution is scheduled to compete in Round Two of the competition on Wednesday February 1, 2017.
Keep up the great work!
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VIDEO PRODUCTION CLASS
Lighting seminar for students
On Wednesday, January 18th, the students in the Video Production class m
et with Tom Upton, a longtime Phi
ladelphia
videographer and owner of BetaWorks, Inc. Mr. Upton brought his expertise as Director of Photography and Steadicam Operator, as he presented a light
ing seminar to the class.
Mr. Upton demonstrated a classroom interview set-up that employed SBA's new LED three-point video lighting package, and discussed how purposeful lighting can benefit student videos.
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BASILIAN PILLAR EXPRESS
January edition
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COUNSELING
Sophomores
We completed our individual meetings with all sophomores where academic progress, school involvement, test prep and career exploration were discussed. We would like ALL sophomores to complete the Do What You Are Inventory on their Naviance accounts by January 31. This will help with future career discussions and programs planned.
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COLLEGE SERVICES
Juniors
All juniors have received their PSAT/NMSQT score reports during our classroom presentations. There was a parent tutorial included with each score report to facilitate a better understanding of the new score reporting.
Junior students will be called in for individual meetings beginning in February to start discussing the college process. Subsequent classroom presentation will also be planned.
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COLLEGE SERVICES
Seniors
All seniors are encouraged to bring in letters of acceptances and merit awards. This information is kept for statistical purposes, but also to complete the graduation booklet. We strive to provide accurate information in the booklet and need your help in gathering that information.
All seniors should have filed the FAFSA by now. Please be cognizant of individual college deadlines.
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COLLEGE SERVICES
All classes
All students, especially SENIORS are encouraged to check out the Scholarship List available on their Naviance accounts. If you are an underclassman, it is never too early to begin searching for scholarships and applying to those for which you are eligible. If you should win the scholarship, all monies can be deferred until you are ready to attend college. Additional free scholarship sites include Fastweb.com & Scholarships.com.
Please continue to check out our College Services page
on the SBA website for information on testing, the college process and more.
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AP Testing
Payments
AP Testing money was due October 15th. If you have not yet paid for AP tests, we ask that you send in the monies as soon as possible. One can pay by check (payable to SBA) or pay online with debit/credit card. Each test is $93.00. All students who are enrolled in an AP course are required to take the AP test in May as was outlined in the Program of Study.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Sponsored by the Counseling Department
Career Day
February 2: Saint Basil Academy will be hosting our annual Career Day on February 2, 2017. We will be welcoming SBA alumnae to share their career experiences. Every student will have the opportunity to meet with our career day speakers in small groups to ask questions. Please see the attached list of Career Day participants for this year.
College Interview Day
March 14: All juniors will interview with various colleges and universities during the day. More information will be available to junior students as the date approaches.
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SBA MUSIC ACADEMY
Sunday, February 5th
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SOPH HOP
Friday, February 10th
Soph Hop will be held Friday, February 10, at Brookside Manor, from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. Ticket forms and payments must be turned in by January 26. No payments will be taken at the door. Please pay online, or turn in a check with your form. Ticket price is $34. The dance policy and forms were given to sophomores on Friday, January 13. Hope to see everyone there!
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PAWPRINTS
Store Hours
If you have any question, please contact Mrs. Grabowski
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SBA PARENTS' CLUB
Night at the Races
Night at the Races
Saturday, January 28, 2017
7:00-11:00
TICKETS ARE $25.00 AT THE DOOR ON SATURDAY NIGHT.
Escape the winter blues and enjoy an evening out with friends! Eat, drink, place your bet, and cheer on your horse across the finish line!
There will also be raffle baskets, 50/50 drawing, lottery chances, and more! This event is open to the public; must be over 21 to attend.
$25 at the door.
Ticket price includes roast beef, pasta, salad, beer, wine & soda
For more information contact
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SBA DRAMA
NYC Trip dues
Final payment for the New York City trip is due to Mrs. Dillinger by end of January.
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COACH HANDBAG BINGO
Sunday, February 26th
Saint Basil Academy will be hosting Coach Bag Bingo on Sunday, February 26th. Doors open at noon; games begin at 1:00 pm. Tickets are $30.00 and include 12 games of bingo. Every winner receives a Coach Handbag! Come support SBA!!! For more information contact Samantha Angelone by phone (215)885-3771 or email
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SBA DRAMA
March 31 - April 2
SAVE THE DATE:
FAME takes the stage March 31, April 1 & 2.
Please support our spring musical "FAME" by purchasing an ad or a STAR on the SBA Walk of FAME. Tickets will go on sale in February.
 More information to follow!!
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WINTER SPORTS
Season schedules
Click the link below to see the full schedule of winter sports at SBA!
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2016-2017 CALENDAR
Calendar is available online.
The SBA 2016-2017 School Calendar is available on our website under Quick Links. The calendar can also be viewed in the link below. Use the navigation in the upper left corner of the calendar to select month and year to be viewed.
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EDUCATE EMPOWER ENLIGHTEN
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