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Basil Feature on CBS3 News Today
CBS3 will visit Saint Basil Academy today to discuss the Ukrainian tradition of making Easter eggs, known as pysanka. Tune in to the 5 PM news on CBS3!
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Spring Uniforms
Students began wearing spring uniforms on April 1. A reminder that SBA sportswear and sweatshirts are NOT part of the uniform. Demerits will be issued for uniform violations. Spring uniform includes the following:
- Light blue pin-striped skirt OR grey school pants
- White tennis shirt with logo
- ΒΌ zip SBA sweatshirt with logo (optional if cold)
- Navy blue sweater (optional if cold)
- Full-leg white tights or white knee socks
- Saddle shoes
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Family Vacations
In the event that students will be absent for 3 or more consecutive days for non-medical reasons,
parents are requested to submit a written notification and explanation to the main office one week prior to the absence
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SBA requires that all students attend school in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Parents are also expected to abide
according to Act 39, the law that
monitors compulsory attendance at school
, and tracks and reports on student truancy from school. I appreciate your cooperation in notifying not only the teachers, but also the main office for student absences.
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Information for Senior Parents and Students
Please see the letter below for important dates and reminders for seniors.
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Mini-THON Registration
Students can use the link below to register for Mini-THON and create a donor page.
Mini-THON T-Shirts
Orders are now being taken online for Mini-THON t-shirts. The deadline to place orders is April 13.
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Walk-A-Mile Soup Supper - April 10
On Wednesday, April 10, we will host our 4th Annual "Walk a Mile" Soup Supper, a simple soup and bread dinner to mirror the experience that thousands of hungry Americans face each day dining in soup kitchens. You are invited to join us in the SBA cafeteria any time between
5 and 7 PM. Members of our lacrosse team will be present to help serve the meal.
Several faculty and staff members will be making soup, but interested soup makers are invited to bring a crock pot or large pot of their favorite soup. Soup can be dropped off the day of the event between 3:00 and 4:15 PM to be reheated by us or can be brought hot to the event. If you are interested in making soup, please sign up here.
Our students have worked closely with Face to Face through the years, and we are excited for this opportunity to partner with them and come together during the Lenten season. The cost for dinner will be $5 per person or $20 per family. Payment can be made at the door. All proceeds will be donated directly to Face to Face Soup Kitchen. Thank you for your support!
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Yearbook Orders
The last day to order yearbooks is Friday, April 12. Use the link below to purchase.
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Counseling & College Services
On April 10, 2019 we will hold our College Interview Day for Juniors. Students will have the opportunity to meet with
representatives from various schools to explore admission possibilities. It is also an opportunity for college representatives to meet and get to know our students as potential applicants.
Seniors are asked to bring college acceptance and/or scholarship letters to the Counseling Office so that we can make a copy for our records.
These Scholarships have April Deadlines:
AFSA, MG James Ursano, NAAAP-Philadelphia Future Leaders, BHW-Women in STEM, Dunkin Donuts Phila. Regional, PFCU-Philadelphia Federal Credit Union, and EMCCC.
These are just a few of the college scholarships listed on Naviance.
Check out all of them!
FBI Teen Academy
The FBI will host their annual Teen Academy at the Federal Building located at 600 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, August 15, 2019 from 9 AM-4 PM.
The FBI Teen Academy is a one day seminar where selected high school students are invited to participate in a variety of programs for professional development, networking opportunities, and fun.
Students wishing to attend must complete the attached application and have it returned by Friday, July 19, 2019.
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Parents' Club
Mini THON
The Mini THON Committee is looking to borrow a cotton candy machine and a popcorn machine to use at the Dance Marathon on May 17 held at school. Please contact Tess White at
twhite@stbasilacademy.org
if you can lend these items. Thank you.
Volunteering
Didn't get a chance to Volunteer yet this year? W
e still need you !!
- Senior and Junior Parents Prom Parking- April 26
- Junior Parents Graduation- June 1
- Mini THON- May 17; a sign up Genius will be available soon
Volunteer forms can be returned to school anytime. The volunteer form is also available on the
Parents' Club
of the SBA website.
Isabella Douglas
SBA Parents' Club President
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Pawprints School Store
School Store Hours this week:
Monday: 8 AM - 3 PM
Wednesday: 2 PM - 9 PM**
Friday: 8 AM - 3 PM
** Stop by during evening hours
Great Items:
Softball Car Magnets - $5
Sweatpants $25
Crewneck Sweatshirts $25-$27
Embroidered Headbands $ 7
SBA Pop Sockets $8
SBA Spray Hand Sanitizer $2
"B" Car Magnets $5
Navy Speckled Mug $12
Remember our School Store for Gift Ideas:
(Fill an Easter Basket with SBA items!)
Sweatpants, Hoodies, Crewnecks, shorts, short sleeve t-shirts,
long sleeve t-shirts,
"B" leggings, socks, windbreakers,
blankets, embroidered SBA tote bags, flannel PJ bottoms,
new flannel sparkle "bitty" shorts, Pub Glasses, picture
frames, new Basil Love tee and more!
Welcome to our new Accepted Students and their families!
Reminder: The school store accepts cash, checks and credit/debit cards. We do not accept American Express.
Contact
Mrs. Grabowski for more information on items available for purchase.
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Basilian Spirituality Center
The Basilian Spirituality Center will host a talk on the Reformation and the Church's response on Tuesday, April 9 from 6:30-8:30 PM. Admission is $10. See the flyer below for details.
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Summer Entrance Exam & Practice Course
Saint Basil Academy will be offering an entrance exam in the summer in conjunction with a practice course the week of June 24. Students taking the summer entrance exam will receive early notification of scores and eligibility for academic scholarships. The practice course will take place Monday through Wednesday from 9 AM-12 PM with the entrance exam offered on Thursday. Students may register for the course, the exam, or both.
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Summer Sports Camps
Saint Basil Academy will host summer sports camps beginning June 24.
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AP Exam Study Day
The Abington Free Library is hosting an AP Exam study day on May 5. Click the link below for more
information.
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Immersion Science Program to Offer Summer Camps for Young Students
The
Immersion Science Program at Fox Chase Cancer Center will hold several five-day Immersion Essentials camps this summer, providing a hands-on introduction to lab investigation. The camps are designed for students to learn about cancer research and other STEM-related fields.
Camps will take place in June and July at various partner sites:
- Esperanza College of Eastern University: All high school students (no age limitations), $25 refundable registration fee, June 17-21
- Montgomery County Community College: Ages 13-15, $250 registration fee, program scholarships available, July 8-12
- Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center: Ages 16-18, School District of Philadelphia students only (a requirement of the host institution), free for the week's program, transportation scholarships available, choice of two separate weeks (July 15-19 or July 22-26)
For more details, including a description of camp activities, and to apply, please go to the
Immersion Science Program page on the Fox Chase website and scroll down to the events section.
Applications and support materials are due by Monday, May 13, for the MCCC and Penn Medicine camps, and by Monday, June 3, for the Esperanza College camp. Questions? Please contact
ImmersionScience.FoxChase@fccc.edu.
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2018-2019 SBA School Calendar Overview
Please refer to the link below for the 2018-2019 School Calendar Overview.
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