GREETINGS FROM SPARTAN LANE
I hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend. Batteries were definitely running low and many of us were in need of a break. I hope that you and your family were able to spend some quality time with one another and are excited for this dash until Thanksgiving—it will be here before we know it.
We have not had a new COVID case among our students or colleagues since we last wrote. Local numbers are also coming down, but our area remains in the red. We are paying attention to all of this and feel that a pivot to a mask-optional campus is approaching. We are not there yet, but just as we made adjustments when numbers were rising, we are reviewing our guidelines now that numbers are falling. We do appreciate our students and their positive response to our health and safety protocols. Please know that we are also aware that many students and teachers will choose to remain in masks, and we will do our part to provide a safe environment for everyone. Read more.
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DIVISION & DEPARTMENT UPDATES |
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I frequently think back to something that one of our Preschool parents shared last year: “There is no greater gift than to know your child is truly being seen and heard.” |
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In 2021, what skills will give your child an interesting and productive career? The most important skill may be understanding how systems work. |
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Growth is always our goal, but criticism, even constructive criticism, can sometimes be challenging. A few years ago, our administration worked with our Middle School faculty to create a feedback cycle of which we all feel ownership. |
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With the PSATs and the SATs behind us, we are now planning for the semester exams that will take place during the week of December 13-17. |
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Every five years, Athens Academy develops a comprehensive strategic plan designed to enhance everything from curriculum and instruction to facilities and finance. |
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UPPER SCHOOL ONE-ACT PLAY: "QUILTERS"
OCTOBER 14-16 / 7:30 PM
BERTELSMANN PRESENTATION HALL
The Drama Department is thrilled to be “walking the boards” once again! After last year’s foray into filmed performances, the cast and crew of Quilters are grateful to be in rehearsal for a live performance! Quilters is a musical by Molly Newman and Barbara Damashek, and lyrics and music by Barbara Damashek. It is about the lives of American pioneer women based on the book The Quilters: Women and Domestic Art by Patricia Cooper and Norma Bradley Allen. Tickets are available for each show through GoFans: Thursday; Friday; Saturday. Masks are required for all audience members. We hope you will join us!
CHEER ON SPARTAN VOLLEYBALL TODAY AT 5:00 PM!
FREE ADMISSION FOR STUDENTS AND FACULTY
Athens Academy is excited to host the second round of the GHSA Class A Region 8A Private Volleyball Tournament contest between Athens Academy and the winner of PACS/LCA tonight (Thursday) at 5:00 p.m. in the Sinkwich Spartan Center. Athens Academy students and faculty will be free (this will be the last match students and faculty will be admitted free). As a reminder, now that we are in the postseason, the volleyball season passes and all-sports passes are no longer valid for the remainder of home volleyball contests. Tickets are $6 per person and MUST be purchased at GoFan--NO CASH will be accepted at the gate. Click here to purchase tickets for tonight's game. GO SPARTANS!
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PRESCHOOL APPLICATION PROCESS NOW OPEN
Now is the time to begin the Preschool admission process for the 2022-2023 school year! If you or a family you know would like to schedule an individual tour, please contact Mary Catherine Jernigan in the Admission Office by email or by phone at 706.433.2599. Please be sure to forward this eSpartan to anyone who may be interested in Athens Academy. Thank you!
ACAD CASH BACK PROGRAMS
SIGN UP TODAY!
Box Tops for Education, Amazon, Kroger, and Publix are working with Athens Academy to provide cash back programs for school projects, and our community has shown tremendous support for these programs. It's so easy and it's FREE MONEY for our school! Our goal this year is to have as MANY parents as possible participating! Click here for information on how to enroll or re-enroll for each program!
PARENTAL SUPERVISION REMINDER
As attendance at sporting and other events continues to increase, please remember that parental supervision of children during all after-school events or activities is critical to maintaining the safety of everyone on our campus. Thank you for your help.
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FACULTY RECOGNIZED FOR SERVICE
Eight members of the Athens Academy faculty have been recognized by the Georgia Independent School Association (GISA) for their outstanding work in independent schools. Debbie Burnett, Beth Farmer, Casey Kane, Bob Sears, Lorraine Thompson, Trish Tillman, Geoffrey Walton, and Alan Weiler each received the Distinguished Service Award for having dedicated 25 years of service to independent education during Athens Academy’s professional development meeting on Tuesday, October 12. Five of this year’s award winners—Beth Farmer, Casey Kane, Lorraine Thompson, Trish Tillman, and Geoffrey Walton—have served all 25 of their years at Athens Academy. Congratulations to all eight of these talented faculty members, and thank you for your service to our students!
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BECAUSE OF YOU!
Because of YOU...we can proudly share the successes of Phase I of the Next Fifty Years Campaign. Over 677 donors contributed $14 million in support of new construction, renovations, endowment, and Annual Excellence Fund growth.
Thank you, Spartans!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
School Store Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Upper School Drama Department One Act Play - Thursday, October 14 - Saturday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall
One Act Play Benefit Night - Thursday, October 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall
Uniform Resale - Wednesday, October 27 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Chambers Center Lower Level
Preschool Halloween Parade - Friday, October 29 at 8:30 a.m. beginning outside the Chambers Center
Middle/Upper School Fall Band Concert - Tuesday, November 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall
Holiday Market 2021 - Thursday, November 18 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in the Sinkwich Spartan Center
Dismiss for Thanksgiving Holiday - Friday, November 19 at 3:20 p.m.; classes resume on Monday, November 29 at 8:10 a.m.
PSO Campus Holiday Decorating - Tuesday, November 30
Upper School Snapshots Drama Performance - Wednesday, December 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall
Upper School Orchestra & Band Concert - Thursday, December 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall
Classes Dismiss for Winter Break - Friday, December 17 at 11:30 a.m. (please note that Extended Day closes at 1:30 p.m.); classes resume on Monday, January 3
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UPDATE: GRANDPARENTS AND SPECIAL FRIENDS DAY RESCHEDULED
Please note that Grandparents and Special Friends Day has been rescheduled to Friday, April 29, 2022. More information and event details will follow in early spring. Questions? Email Sarah Gilbert, coordinator of parent and alumni engagement.
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Athens Academy seeks excellence with honor in the educational and personal experience of each student. |
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