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May 10, 2017

DOANE SUMMER CAMPS 
IN THE SPOTLIGHT 

College Bound  
 
The college application process can be an overwhelming and exciting experience. This workshop is intended to help college-bound and college-planning students address these concerns. Students will tour six to eight nearby (regional) colleges noted for their unique campus experiences. They will also explore all aspects of the application process, including workshops on how to write an engaging college application essay, navigate the financial aid maze, and search for scholarship opportunities. This five day camp begins on 6/26.

  • Open to Students Rising Into 9th Grade to 12th Grade
  • Instructor: Meghan Toomey - Director of College Counseling
  • Cost: $450
 Payment is due in full one week before camp begins. 
 
News & Updates
(Also see "A Look Ahead" below)
Weekly Upper School Rotating Schedule
Week of May 15th - 19th

Monday - Day 1
Tuesday - Day 2   
Wednesday - Day 3
Thursday - Day 4
Friday - Day 5   

Attention Parents of 5th Grade Students  
A meeting for all parents of present 5th grade students will be held on Wednesday evening, May 24th, from 6:30-7:30, in room R204, on the 2nd floor of Rowan Hall.  The purpose of the meeting is to gain information about the transition from Lower School to our Middle School Division.  Some of the topics to be covered will be:
 
  • A general overview of the 6th grade academic program
  • The middle school schedule
  • The advisory program
  • Rocks, Roots, and Wings
  • Upcoming events to help both parents and students in this transition.
There will be time for some Q&A and to meet some of the middle school faculty and staff.  To answer any questions beforehand about the evening, please contact either Allison Baratta (Dean of Middle School) at   abaratta@doaneacademy.org or Tim Sadar (Assistant Headmaster/Head of Lower School) at tsadar@doaneacademy.org.



Ride Onward 2017 
 
Ride Onward, our annual scholarship bike  ride, will take place on  Saturday, May 20th. Please join us as we come together as a community to continue to make it possible for our diverse, superb student body to benefit from Doane Academy's outstanding education.
 
This year we will again gather at Doane and then pedal together in two large groups; one group  riding 25 miles and the other  riding 8 miles south & west from the campus along the Delaware River.  Each rider will raise money by asking friends, family, and beyond to pledge to support them as we raise money to make a Doane Academy education possible for all of the talented boys and girls who wish to attend our school.
 
This year our fundraising goal is $25,000.  In order to raise that amount, we ask that you build your team and introduce Doane Academy to the widest possible audience.  Create your own Ride Onward page and then forward it via email and social media to all of the special people in your life.  Ask for their support.  And in doing so, remind them how important Doane is in your life.
 
Start to gather your supporters now in advance of the big event.  And on May 20 th, join all of us in the Doane Community as we Ride Onward to support our school and its students.
 
To learn more about Ride Onward, visit the Ride Onward website, which will show you how to register and seek out supporters.  Thank you for being a member of the Doane family and for your generosity as we seek to meet our ambitious goal.
 
Ride Onward!
Trip To Greece - Spring 2018
Join the Doane Academy Spartans as they journey to Greece! On our tour, "Heroes of Ancient Greece", you will see the homeland of some of the fiercest warriors and most influential thinkers in the ancient world. See the ruins and experience modern Greek culture in the form of food, dance, and artwork. This trip will occur during the school's Easter Break, March 23-March 31, 2018. 
 
To register or get more information on the trip, just following this link to our trip site  https://tinyurl.com/nx6aqbj 
 
Contact ahall@doaneacademy.org for more information!  
Upcoming Trips

Washington's Crossing Trip - 3rd & 4th Grades
 
Today, Wednesday, May 10th, students of the 3rd and 4th grade will spend the day at Washington's Crossing Historical Park, learning about and exploring the sites of that crucial moment in time during the Revolutionary War.  Students should wear their school uniform, but with sneakers.  They should also bring a snack and a bag lunch.

5th Grade Overnight Trip - Wetlands Institute, Stone Harbor, NJ

Thursday, May 11, 7:30am to Friday, May 12, 4:00pm. For additional information please contact the teachers chaperoning this trip:
 Peggy Majane, Dave McCormick, and Bonnie Smith 

5th Grade - Canoe Trip

On Wednesday, May 17, students of the 5th grade will spend the morning learning how to canoe as they paddle along the Rancocas Creek. Students should wear old clothes, sneakers or water shoes, and bring a small snack and water.  
Middle School Play - "The Fool and The Flying Ship"
 
Show Date: Friday, June 2 during the school day (time TBD), and 6:30 pm.
Based on a Russian tale about a suitor, The Fool, who finds unique ways to meet challenges to win the favor of a princess.
The Fool meets friends along the way who help him, because of his kindness toward them. Together they all find happiness.
 
Do you want to help back stage? Information or Questions?
Contact Ginger Agnew at gagnew@doaneacademy.org

Spartan Sports Schedule
(SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

Please visit our website's
Athletics Page for the most up-to-date schedule, including potential changes and cancellations due to weather conditions.

Crew
Sunday, May 14th  
8:00am-4:00pm
Upper Merion Regatta 

Varsity Softball
Wednesday, May 10th, 3:30pm
@HOME vs Life Center

Thursday, May 11th, 4:30pm
away@ Montclair Kimberly

Friday, May 12th, 4:00pm
@HOME vs Villa Victoria

Varsity Baseball
Wednesday, May 10th, 4:00pm
@HOME vs Penn Tech

Thursday, May 11th, 4:00pm
@HOME vs Boys' Latin

Middle School Softball
(No games currently on the schedule for the next week)

Middle School Baseball
Wednesday, May 17th, 4:00pm
away@ Camden Charter
Lunch Menu and Instructions

The May and June menu may be viewed here.
 
***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** Those wishing to purchase lunch on an individual day basis, your lunch order and money MUST be turned in to Mrs. Sieb at the front desk first thing in the morning of that day, so that the proper amount of food may be ordered and prepared.  Payments can not be accepted after 10:30am.
 
 
 
School Calendar 2016-2017 & 2017-2018

The 2016-2017 Year-at-a-Glance School Calendar is available here. 
 
Plan ahead for the 2017-2018 school year.  Although more items and events will be added, the basic 2017-2018 calendar is now available here.  

A Look Ahead


Career Day (for grades 10, 11, & 12)
May 12th

Seniors' Breakfast with the Society of Graduates
May 16th, 8:15am - 9:50am

Junior Parent/Student College Night
May 16th, 7:00pm-8:30pm - Dining Hall

Middle School Dance
May 19th, 6:30pm-9:00pm

Choir Concert
May 23rd, 7:00pm-8:30pm - Dining Hall

Rising 6th Grade Parent Information Meeting
May 24th, 6:30pm-7:30pm - Dining Hall

Coffee With the Headmaster
May 25th, 8:30am - 9:30am, Dining Hall

Athletic Awards
May 31st , 5:30pm-8:00pm


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