The ARTicle
11/6 through 11/10
12/11 through 12/15
UPCOMING EVENTS
Seniors & families of seniors only event: Please join us for FAFSA Fill Out Night! Staff from the University of Arkansas will be on site (high school commons) to help your family fill out the FAFSA on January 10th from 6-7pm. Please register only once for your family/group (RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/AAAFAFSA). It is recommended that the parent(s)/guardian(s) and the student attend the event together. Please RSVP no later than December 19th, 2023. For questions, please contact Meredith McDowell at mmcdowell@artsk12.org
¡Es sólo para los estudiantes del 12.º y sus familia¡ Únase con nosotros en la Noche para completar la FAFSA! El personal de la Universidad de Arkansas estará en el lugar (común de la escuela secundaria) para ayudar a su familia a completar la FAFSA el 10 de enero de 6 a 7 p.m. Regístrese solo una vez para su familia/grupo (Regístrese aqui: https://tinyurl.com/AAAFAFSA). Se recomienda que los padres/tutores y el estudiante asistan juntos al evento. Confirme su asistencia a más tardar el 19 de diciembre de 2023. Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con Meredith McDowell en mmcdowell@artsk12.org.. Para español - Sra. Garcia - jgarcia@artsk12.org
SHOUTOUTS
THE GOAT
Teachers give tickets to students all week when they see them doing something special like being extra kind or working hard. The winning ticket on Friday gets bragging rights to the GOAT and a game day in their advisory. Our first winner is Oliver Ames! Oliver won the GOAT for Ms. Schultz' advisory class.
Where will the GOAT travel to this Friday?
Archery
The AAA Archery Club completed its first tournament of the year. Congratulate our champions for Middle School and High School!
EAST Update!
Arkansas Arts Academy High School is excited to announce that their EAST team are state finalists in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition!
This recognition is for the collaborative efforts of Mrs. Foust's science students and Mr. Beard's EAST class. Students Layla Theos, Britton Dixon, Corissa Arnold, and Scott Hansen have been working on a project to recycle plastics into filament to 3D print waystations in order to help conserve the Monarch butterfly population.
As a state finalist, the team has won $2,500 in technology and classroom equipment already. Moving forward, if they become the state winner, they could win $12,000. If they go all the way to win the national competition, the top prize is $100,000 for our school. Arkansas Arts Academy is proud of our students' innovative work and commitment to environmental sustainability.
Stay updated as we continue in this competition and support our students in their outstanding endeavor!
English 12
English 12 Arts Integration...Beowulf Mead Hall Build. Floor plan design this week. More to come.
AP Biology
AP Biology students are preparing for the exam with Quiz Wars again. Students work as a group debating the answers to the quiz questions. Each class member gets to defend their reasoning for their answers while Mrs Wasserman provides guidance as needed. These discussions and debates are engaging many parts of knowledge, not just their understanding of biology but also being able to dissect a question and not get confused by verbiage. Plus it's really fun!
7th Grade Science Food Webs
Check out this awesome work by our 7th graders from Mrs. Foust Science class!
Tea With Clara
Thank you to the amazing performers, parents, and community for supporting our school!
REMINDERS
Parent Partnership Opportunities
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are excited to reach out to you with an opportunity to support Arkansas Arts Academy arts programs as we continue to nurture our student's artistic talents and creative spirit. Our commitment to fostering excellence in the arts is unwavering, as a strong arts education enriches the lives of our students and contributes to their personal growth and development. This sponsorship initiative allows us to partner with parents and sponsors by providing more to our students more meaningfully.
Sponsors may contribute to the overall arts programming or choose a specific arts department to support directly.
- Overall Arts Programming: Your generous donation will support a wide range of arts disciplines, including visual arts, music, dance, theater, and more. These funds will enhance our facilities, provide essential equipment and materials, and offer opportunities for students to engage with guest artists and performers.
- Arts Department Sponsorship: If you have a particular interest in a specific area of arts concentration, – such as visual arts, music, dance, theater, or any other discipline, you can donate to that area. This targeted support will enable us to develop and expand departments and provide our students with specialized training, resources, and experiences.
In appreciation of your support, we are pleased to inform you that the names of all sponsors and businesses will be prominently listed in programs for all arts events throughout the academic year. Your contribution, whether large or small, will significantly impact the quality of arts education we can provide at Arkansas Arts Academy.
When you choose to support the arts at our school at the $600 mark or above, your name or business will be prominently displayed on our "Wall of Appreciation" within the school premises as a tribute of your commitment to fostering creativity and artistic excellence among our students.
We understand that everyone's financial situation is unique, and we genuinely appreciate any support you can offer.
To participate in this sponsorship initiative, please visit our website at artsk12.org, submit your payments on mypaymentsplus, or complete the enclosed donation form and return it to the school office. Your donation is tax-deductible, and we will provide you with a receipt for your records.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to support Arkansas Arts Academy as we continue to educate and encourage your children through the arts. Together, we can ensure our students continue to thrive and excel in their artistic endeavors.
With warm regards,
Amy Kessler
Visual and Performing Arts Director
THANK YOU!
Become a Proud Sponsor of Arkansas Arts Academy!
We're thrilled to announce and express our gratitude to two of our newest sponsors, Leslie Pappas with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Solutions Real Estate and Tonya Mobley with Inena Travel! Their support is invaluable in helping us continue fostering creativity and artistic excellence at Arkansas Arts Academy.
But guess what? It's still possible for you or your business to join this esteemed group of sponsors! Whether you're passionate about arts education or want to impact our community, becoming a sponsor positively is a fantastic way to do just that.
How to Become a Sponsor:
Visit our website: artsk12.org
Donate on MyPaymentsPlus.
Reach out to Amy Kessler for more information. akessler@artsk12.org
Your sponsorship can make a significant difference in empowering the next generation of artists and creators.
Special Thanks to Our Current Sponsors:
Leslie Pappas with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Solutions Real Estate
Tony Mobley with Inena Travel
Car Line Information
Hey parents! Just a friendly reminder about our high school car line etiquette! Let's keep things running smoothly for everyone:
Pull ALL the way up: Help speed up the line by pulling your car all the way to the front.
Stay in your car: For the safety of all, please remain in your vehicle.
Be patient: We're all in this together! Let's be patient and considerate of one another.
Please review the carline map!
Thanks for being awesome! Let's make the car line a breeze! #SchoolTraffic #CarLineEtiquette #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork
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