October 15, 2018
Senior Portraits
Seniors have received the proofs of their portraits.  On Tuesday, October 23, Gurcsik Studios will have a representative at school during the lunch periods to collect orders for graduation photo packages.   Ordering information is included in the photo envelope.

Koinonia Parent Meeting
Parents of those students attending Fall Koinonia are reminded that there is a mandatory meeting Monday, October 29 at 7 PM in the AP Room.  At least one parent of each student going on Fall Koinonia must attend this meeting.  Students cannot attend the retreat if a parent does not receive the information given at this meeting.  Please remember to bring all necessary paperwork to this meeting.  Students should not attend this meeting.  Please email Miss Violi with any questions: JennaVioli@stbasilacademy.org.

Youth Leadership Conference
Saint Basil Academy will be attending the  Anti Defamation League's Youth Leadership Conference: Exploring Diversity, Challenging Hate.
Date: Tuesday, December 4
Time: 8:15am  - 2pm

The goal of the conference is to bring together student leaders from high schools around Philadelphia to explore the value of diversity, participate in anti-bias workshops and learn practical tips and techniques that they can bring back to their own schools to initiate change in school culture. 
This opportunity is open to all sophomores and juniors. We would like to bring seven Basil students this year. Interested students should fill out the application linked below.

Please see Mrs. Kazimir or Ms. Violi if you have any questions. 


Counseling & College Services
College Visits:
Delaware Valley, Univ. of Delaware, Lafayette, Albright, Washington, Monmouth, Juniata, Elizabethtown and Seton Hall.  Admission reps will be here for students to visit with and ask questions.  There is still time to students to sign up for these visits.  You must sign up through Naviance and be sure to check with your teachers if you will miss any class time. 

FAFSA:  Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Monday, October 22 at 7pm, there will be a meeting about the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  We hope parents will attend to get information and help filing the FAFSA.

Junior Parents
Junior Parents were mailed a letter inviting you to your daughter's Ring Mass, which will be held Monday, November 5th at 7:00pm. Please read and return the form located at the bottom of your letter indicating how many will be attending the celebration. Thank you. Your prompt attention is appreciated.
Drama News
MAMMA MIA : Get excited!  Auditions will be in December but we will be doing some dance/song rehearsals in anticipation of those dates. Details to follow!  We are in need of male participants.  

There will be a dance rehearsal on Saturday, October 20 from 9 to 12 for anyone interested in Mamma Mia - this is NOT mandatory.

NYC Trip is Wednesday, April 17 to see  Anastasia.   Trip Tickets are $105 and include bus, show ticket and class. Down payment needs to be in no later than October 31 to secure your spot. This is on a first come, first serve basis and you must be an active member of Drama Club to attend the trip.

Parents' Club
Volunteering
Volunteer forms can be returned to school anytime. The volunteer form is also available  on the  Parents' Club  page of the SBA website.

New York City Bus Trip, Friday, December 14:
Tickets are selling quickly!
Reserve early for our annual Bus Trip to New York.  The trip sells out quickly!
Sit back relax let someone else fight the traffic.   Then take in a show, enjoy the Christmas lights and Christmas tree or just shop until you drop! Purchase tickets online or download the information and send a check to school to the attention of Parents' Club/New York Trip.

Departure from SBA: 8:00 am
Return to SBA: 8:30 pm
Cost: $45 per person for Trip

 
If you have any questions contact parentsclub@stbasilacademy.org
 
Isabella Douglas
SBA Parents' Club President

Softball Team Fundraiser
The softball team is hosting a fundraiser on Sunday, November 4 at the Applebee's located at 9142 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA. Click the link below for more information.

Pawprints School Store
School Store Hours this week:
Sunday: 8am - 3pm
Wednesday: 8am - 3pm
Friday: 8am - 3pm

*** Note: Any funds loaded on Student ID cards can only be used for cafeteria purchases.  The  My School Account is only for school lunch and cannot be used in the school store.     

Stop by our store and start your Christmas shopping early!   Our Saddle Shoe Ceramic Ornament is always popular!  $15  
 
New Items:  
Laptop Stickers- $2  
SBA Spray Hand Sanitizer- $2  
SBA Pop Sockets- $8  
Daily Assignment Book- $3  
Pinnies are back! - $16

Reminder to Field Hockey Team: y our car magnets are $4 each and the are available in school store.    

Contact Mrs. Grabowski for more information on items available for purchase. 
2018-2019 SBA School Calendar Overview
Please refer to the link below for the 2018-2019 School Calendar Overview.

School Calendar
View the complete school calendar  on our website under Quick Links.
Athletic S chedules
View the  full schedule of sports at SBA!  
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711 Fox Chase Road
Jenkintown, PA  19046
215.885.3771