Weekly eNews: February 1, 2018
Dear FIRSTNAME,
Each year, High School Community Service Day provides our students the opportunity to volunteer at over 20 different organizations around Tampa Bay. The projects help students demonstrate responsibility, gain valuable service experience and improve the quality of life of those in need.
At the heart of the charism of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary is a special concern for the poor and disadvantaged. By giving of their time and talents, the high school students learn first-hand what it means to live out the mission of the Academy. This year, I had the opportunity to join a number of the girls volunteering at Metropolitan Ministries. It was clear that the students truly understood what it meant to be, rather than to seem. The head chef in the Metropolitan Ministries kitchen even made a point of sharing with me how impressed he was with how serious they took their tasks and how much they accomplished in a relatively short period of time. I was proud to be part of the group. I'm sure there were similar experiences taking place at the other service locations as well.
Sincerely,
Art Raimo
AHN News
An Evening with the Zanders
Join us on Friday, March 9th for an evening with Robin Zander of Cheap Trick and his daughter Robin-Sailor Zander (A'19.) Tickets are $40 per adult and $20 per student. All seats will be assigned, so click here to reserve yours now! Tickets will be available for pick up on Thursday, March 8th, at the Will Call booth at the Bailey Center from 1:00-3:30 p.m. and the day of the performance starting at 5:30 p.m.
Elementary School News
Tomorrow is Grandparents/Special Friends Day. Be Sure to Check Your Emails for Schedule Times.
Don't Miss Out! The Willy Wonka KIDS 4th Grade Production is Tonight at 6:30 P.M. in the Bailey Family Center for the Arts.
Scholastic Book Fair
Our Scholastic Book Fair is coming February 12th! This year, there are changes to the venue and schedule, so be sure to click here to review the details and locate your child's time. Please note that there will not be parent shopping during school hours. Students will go with their classmates and designated parent shopping hours are after school. You may visit our Academy Book Fair Homepage, where you can shop online beginning February 9th. You can register all payments via eWallet, a digital payment option for students. No Cash or checks necessary when your child visits the Book fair!
High School News
High School Convocation Schedule
From hereafter, the upcoming convocation topics will be published in the eNews each week. Please refer to the schedule below to learn about the next two meetings.
- February 5th: Curriculum Assemblies
- February 12th: Discussion on the Civil Rights Movement, led by Clarence Fort (Academy grandparent)
Speech and Debate
AHN's Speech and Debate team is off to a busy start this new year! Juniors Sydney L. and Kelsey B. came in 1st and 2nd places respectively at the American Legion Oratorical Contest. Sydney, joined by last year's winner Greta D., advances to compete at the next level in late January. Click here to read more about the Speech and Debate Team's recent accomplishments.
High School in Pictures:
Esse Quam Videri award winners, Abbey C., Ellie R., and Emara S.
Mei L. (A'20) claims 2018 Poetry Out Loud title.
Class of 2019 receives their rings at the annual Junior Ring Ceremony.
Athletic News
Jaguarettes Celebrate Senior Night
During halftime at Senior Night, the Jaguarette seniors, Gracie W., Samantha C., Audrey D., Abby R., and Samantha G., were escorted onto the court by their parents. Each senior was given yellow roses and introduced individually by junior teammates. Afterwards, the underclassmen teammates provided a post-game celebration for the seniors and their families. You will definitely be missed next year!
AHN Varsity Soccer Wins District Semifinals in Overtime! Click Here to Catch Up on the Game
Advancement News
Painting with a Twist: MA Networking Event
Join us on February 22nd from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Painting with a Twist for a fun night with your fellow Pre-K-4th grade moms! Bring a bottle of your favorite drink and paint the night away. Light appetizers will be provided. Space is limited, so be sure to register here using the password "AHN" as soon as possible!
Dads Club Golf Tournament
Come enjoy a day of food, golf, prizes and more as the Dads Club hosts the Link Scholarship Charity Golf Tournament on Monday, March 26th. Play by yourself, or register as a group of four, become a major sponsor or a hole sponsor--the opportunities are endless! Click here to register.
Upcoming Events
Elementary
Thursday, February 1st
-Willy Wonka, Kids (4th-grade play, Friends/Family presentation), 6:00 p.m. (Scarpo Family Theatre)
Friday, February 2nd
-ES Grandparents'/Special Persons' Day
-ES NOON DISMISSAL
Tuesday, February 6th
-Auction Committee Meeting, 8:30 a.m. (3rd Floor Board Room)
-Pre-K Preview (Alternate), 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Thursday, February 8th
-Mothers Association Meeting, 8:30 a.m. (3rd Floor Board Room)
-Dads Club Meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m. (Brady Center)
Friday, February 9th
-Jag Shop/Clothes Closet Open, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
-6th Grade Retreat (Athletic Fields)
High School
Friday, February 2nd
-HS No School
Tuesday, February 6th
-Auction Committee Meeting, 8:30 a.m. (3rd Floor Board Room)
Wednesday, February 7th
-Visiting Artist Exhibit and Reception, 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Michael and Candace Valdes Family Gallery)
Thursday, February 8th
-Mothers Association Meeting, 8:30 a.m. (3rd Floor Board Room)
-Dads Club Meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m. (Brady Center)
Friday, February 9th
-Jag Shop/Clothes Closet Open, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
-HS Talent Show Dress Rehearsal, 2:45 - 4:30 p.m. (Center for the Arts)
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