November 16th e-News

Weekly eNews: November 16, 2017

There will be no eNews next week due to Thanksgiving break.

Dear FIRSTNAME,

Next week marks the beginning of a busy holiday season. Many of us, myself included, will hit the road to visit loved ones near and far. I hope that you will enjoy Thanksgiving with your families, and I pray that you have many wonderful things for which to give thanks.

During this season, much of the focus turns to giving. During the hustle and bustle of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, I'd like you to keep in mind #GivingTuesday. On Tuesday, November 28, 2017, organizations around the world will come together for one common purpose: to celebrate and encourage giving. Academy has a fun program put together that benefits Parent Annual Fund, and we hope you will help us race to the finish. Stay tuned!

On behalf of the entire faculty, staff and administration, I wish all of you a happy, safe and blessed Thanksgiving.

Sincerely,

Art Raimo

AHN News

Today is the Final Day to Order Your Mothers Association Christmas Spirit Shirts and Ornaments!

Kendra Scott Give Back Night Wednesday, December 6th in Hyde Park. Enjoy Sips, Sweets and Jewels with 20% of the Proceeds Benefitting Academy!

Last Chance to Register for the Cross Out Cancer 5K Happening This Saturday, November 18th!

Financial Aid

Current AHN families applying for financial aid will need to complete an application to FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment by December 15th. Applicants may apply online by clicking the FACTS link here. Our school ID number is 14295. Once an online application has been completed, information will need to be sent to FACTS to complete the application process by February 28, 2018. Financial aid applicants who do not adhere to the deadlines above may still qualify for assistance, in which case the applicant will be put on a waiting list for financial assistance. Should any funds remain or become available after the first round of decisions are made, students on the waiting list will be notified. Please email Pam Larkins-Doherty with any questions.

Movie on the Lawn

Join us on Sunday, December 3rd on the AHN soccer field to watch The Santa Clause. Tickets are available through homeroom teachers for a suggested donation of $5 pre-sale and $8 at the door. Bring your friends and family for a night full of good food and fun! Click here for more information.

Around the Academy:

Young Alumnae Speak to HS Girls About Their Work Fields During Career Roundtables

Sixth Grade Students Travel to Kennedy Space Center

The Middle School Hosts Their First Pep Rally for Winter Sports

Elementary School News

Click to Watch the 1st/2nd Grade Fine Arts Performances

Click to Watch the 5th/6th Grade Fine Arts Performances

Show Your Jaguar Pride!

Mark your calendars: The middle school has chosen different winter sporting events as school "spirit games." The homerooms with the most participation will earn extra points in the Academy Cup, so be sure to come out and support our players! The games include Boys' JV/Varsity Basketball on November 29th, Girls' Basketball on January 10th, and Girls' Soccer on January 18th. We hope to see you there!

NJFL Meet Results

Congratulations to our NJFL team which had great performances at their last meet. Below are the individual winners:

Bella O. (2nd Place Original Oratory)
Chloe M. & Sofia S. (5th Place Duo Drama)
Katelyn B. (2nd Place Poetry)

High School News

Freshman Retreat

AHN ninth graders got to experience an exciting Freshman Retreat. The program was packed with fun group activities, sessions, and discussions about how to succeed, thrive and make the most of their time in high school. Most importantly, the retreat was an opportunity for the new high schoolers to make friends among their classmates.

Dominican Republic Suitcase Drive

The DR missionaries are looking for old suitcases so that they may ship shoes collected in the spring shoe drive to the Dominican. If you have any suitcases you are no longer using, please bring them to the lobby and note they are for the trip.

Athletics News

HS Athletic Banquet Award Winners

This year's fall banquet celebrated and honored the accomplishments of 115 student athletes who participated in the sports of Cross Country, Golf, Swimming and Diving and Volleyball. Click here for a list of individual award winners.

Parent Association News

Sending Roses

Sending Roses offers support--such as meals and carpools--to AHN families, faculty and staff in times of crisis (e.g. acute illness or injury, death of an immediate family member or some other serious event). If your family or an Academy family you know of is in need of this kind of assistance, please contact Heidi Hernandez or complete this form and return to Heidi.

Mothers Association First Friday

Calling all HS Moms! You are invited to join the Mothers Association on Friday, December 1st after drop-off for breakfast at The Brunchery (3225 S MacDill Ave) Enjoy good food and fellowship with other Academy moms. Please RSVP to Mercedes Suarez Solar as soon as possible.