Southwood Academy of the Arts
February 4th - 8th
7th Grade Theatre Embraces the Greek Tradition and Performs Fables in Masks
All County Band 2019
A Familiar Face Returns
The students and faculty are glad to welcome back Mrs. Cloninger! Although she enjoyed spending time at home with now three-month-old Abigail, Mrs. Cloninger missed her students and is glad to be back as well.
7th Grade Choir Completes Vocal Warm-ups
6th Graders Search for Evidence to Support Thesis Statements
Heyward's Students Practice Solving Word Problems Using IXL
English I Students Depict the Hero's Journey With Mythology Flowers
Archery Team News
Archery team practices are Fridays 3:20-4:15 in the gym. The archery competition will be Tuesday, February 12th at the Anderson Civic Center 9 am - 5 pm. Parents are welcome to attend the competition. For more information, contact Mr. Scarborough.
Get Spirited February 11th - 15th
Monday, February 11th - Southwood Monday
Tuesday, February 12th - Twin Day
Wednesday, February 13th - No Mirror Day
Thursday, February 14th - Throwback Thursday
Friday, February 15th - Fandom Friday
School Dance February 15th
SC Department of Education Seeks Parent Input
Parents, the South Carolina Department of Education is seeking public comment and suggestions for changes to the South Carolina Accountability System, school and district report cards, and the federal plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act. Use the form link below to voice your opinion.
Please note that for the 2018-19 school year, the U.S. Department of Education has set a deadline of March 1, 2019 for submissions.
Check out Southwood Academy's State Report Card!
If You Bring or Send Money to School . . .
Thank you for your help with this administrative detail!
Share Your Stories on Instagram & the Yearbook!
Yearbook Order List
Yearbook News
Athletic Bus Information
Flu Reminders
Flu season is here.If your child has the following symptoms, please keep your child at home:
· Fever of 100° F or higher with cough and/or sore throat.
· Body aches
· Chills
· Headache
· Runny nose/congestion
OR
· Fever greater than 100.4° F
Please remember that your child will not be allowed to return to school until he/she is fever free WITHOUT use of fever reducing medications for 24 hours. You may send either a handwritten note or a doctor’s excuse upon their return.These are DHEC guidelines and are in place to protect your child from contracting the Flu or other viral illnesses. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us provide a safe environment for all students.
Please Do Not Bring or Use Lotions or Perfumes
In-coming 7th Grade Students Must Have T-DAP Vaccines
Students must get the T-DAP immunization BEFORE they begin the 7th grade! If the office has not received immunization documentation by the first day of school, students will not be able to start school. Please schedule an appointment early; the health department is only providing immunizations a few days a month.
After your student receives the immunization, please get the SC Department of Immunization record and turn it in to Robin Rosa as soon as possible. For more information, please email the Southwood Academy school nurse, Robin Rosa. The parent letter from SC DHEC is below.
PE Schedule
Band - Monday
Strings - Tuesday
Visual Art - Wednesday
Dance and Drama - Thursday
Chorus - Friday
eLearning on Inclement Weather Days
eLearning Support
The Information Technology Services Department will provide technical support to all staff, students, and parents during eLearning days.
How do I reach eLearning Technical Support?
You can reach the support team by calling:
864-222-4911
What kinds of problems will ITS eLearning Support be able to assist me with?
We will do our best to provide support on any issues related to the use of District Five technology to complete eLearning assignments. We will be limited in our ability to provide support on home wireless networks due to the wide range of potential problems that could arise during a weather event.
When will this support be available?
Support personnel will be available to take your call between the hours of 8 am and 3:45 pm on eLearning days. Due to the expected call volume- if you receive a busy signal, or are unable to reach someone, please be sure to try back at the number listed above.
A5 Education Foundation Donations
The Anderson Five Education Foundation provides grants for innovative instruction. Teachers and administrators are encouraged to give to this worthy cause. If you are interested in making a one-time donation or a monthly donation to the Education Foundation, turn in your yellow form the the main office.
Chill
Newsletter Club
Media Center News
Read Three, Review Three is on again! Read three of the twenty SC Junior Book Award Nominees and fill in book reviews for them by Friday, February 8th. Students will be invited to a luncheon later in February. A video with information and all twenty titles and the book review Google form are below.
The following classes have scheduled visits to the media center this week.
Monday - Scott 2nd block
Tuesday - Nickles circulation (Mythology & Outsiders)
Wednesday - Mahoney circulation
Thursday - Ross circulation
Anderson County Public Library News
Newsletter Staff Would Love to Get Your Opinions About Valentine's Day!
Recycling Survey and Possible Program
Westside Winter Guard
If you are in JV or Varsity practice days are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 4-6 pm at Westside. Junior winter guard practice days are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday also from 4-6 pm at Robert Anderson. Some of the Winter Guard practices will be at Southwood Academy.
TL Hanna Baseball Tryouts
TL Hanna Baseball
Tryouts will be held the week of February 4th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the TL Hanna baseball field. Interested participants will need to bring their baseball equipment, cap, baseball pants or sweatpants, long sleeves, and either a sweatshirt or jacket. For more detailed information, open the link below.
**Players can’t try out unless a completed physical is on file. For any questions, please contact Coach Daniel Crenshaw by email at danielcrenshaw@anderson5.net. Information about baseball tryouts at TL Hanna can be found online at tlhannasports.com.
Anderson 5 Needs Bus Drivers
Each day Anderson School District Five transports nearly 6,000 students via bus to and from our schools. The goal of our transportation services department is to ensure that our students arrive to and from school safely and on time, but we need your help. Due to statewide bus driver shortages, the school district is offering a $500 referral incentive to any person who recommends a bus driver that is successfully employed a minimum of six months with Anderson Five. Our bus drivers earn the highest hourly rate in Anderson County, and max out at the highest rate in the Upstate. They are guaranteed a minimum of 30 hours per week, and they have no mandatory summer hours - but more importantly they play a critical role in our school system. Again, if someone you know is interested in serving their community while at the same time earning great benefits, please contact our office at 864-260-5000 ext. 10287.
Southwood Academy of the Arts
Eric Chamblee, Associate Principal & Instructional Facilitator
Paula Doolittle, Guidance
Joshua Powell, Arts Lead Teacher
Cheri Gilbert, Secretary
Email: jamiesmith@anderson5.net
Website: http://www.anderson5.net/southwood
Location: 1110 Southwood Street, Anderson, SC, United States
Phone: 864-260-5205