Middle School Moments
February 13, 2020
CHAP'S CORNER ~ From the Desk of Roger Woods
There’s an old saying: “Your ATTITUDE determines your ALTITUDE.”
Philippians 2:5 says: “Let this Attitude be in you which was also in Christ Jesus.”
When you add up the word Attitude with the corresponding letter of the alphabet let’s see what we get:
A-1
T-20
T-20
I-9
T-20
U-21
D-4
E-5
If our attitude is to equal that of our Lord and Savior Jesus it should always be 100%.
Therefore let us always have an “Attitude of Gratitude.”
Half Day on Friday, February 14th
Friday, February 14th will be a half day. Students will attend 1-7 periods for 30 minutes each. Upper school will dismiss at noon.
We will have Parent-Teacher Conferences from 12:30-3:00pm on Friday. If you would like to meet with teachers, feel free to email them to set up an appointment time.
SBA Closed for Presidents' Day on Monday, February 17th
Mandatory All School Parent Meeting on Tuesday, February 25th
Join us on Tuesday, February 25th at 6:30pm in the SBC Sanctuary for our spring parent meeting for K-12th grade parents. We ask that at least one parent attend this meeting. At this meeting we will introduce you to the head of our new school counseling program. We will also be talking about one of the most important issues that your children are facing today. Please make plans to attend!
If no parent can attend, please fill out the Missed Meeting Form on our website.
Parent Survey
CONTINUOUS ENROLLMENT NOTIFICATION
Your child is now conveniently re-enrolled each year without lifting a finger. Should anything change, all you need to do is schedule an appointment with your child’s principal and complete a withdrawal form before March 15th.
The $240 re-enrollment fee will be billed to your account annually on March 16th.
Tuition will automatically be billed via FACTS.
Failure to withdraw before March 15th will incur a 50% charge of the upcoming school year’s tuition.
Thank you for entrusting your child's education to us. We consider it a privilege to be part of your family's life!
“Apply thine heart unto instruction,
and thine ears to the words of knowledge.”
Proverbs 23:12
SBA Preschool Enrollment for Siblings
On March 10, 2020, beginning at 9:00am, Preschool will have enrollment for SBA siblings.
There is no need to come to campus, just confirm availability here beginning March 10th. This is based on availability by age group and applications are processed in the order they are received. Current Tennessee State Immunization Record is required.
Don't delay! Open enrollment to the public begins the following week!
For more information, call the Preschool Desk at (423) 499-3822. Tour scheduling is also available here.
Student Assistance Program and Permission Slip
The Student Assistance Program (SAP) is a FREE confidential counseling service for our students here at the Academy. SAP counselors are specially trained to provide support, help students explore various issues, and develop health and coping strategies.
In order to take advantage of these services you must do BOTH of the following:
First - As referenced In the first email regarding Legacy’s counseling services, please fill out one Parent Permission Form for each of your children: Legacy EAP Parent Permission Form
Second - To refer your student please fill out the Student Assistance Program (SAP) Referral Form. It is a more descriptive form that goes to the counselors that will be working with the students.
To find the Student Referral Form on the Parent Dashboard:
Go to the Parent Dashboard (parents.Silverdaleba.org or visit www.Silverdaleba.org and scroll to the bottom right-hand side, choosing “For Parents”).
Go to the section that says "Support" and select “Counseling - Student Assistance Program.”
“Student Referral” is clearly listed there.
** Please note that you must first fill out the Parent Permission Form BEFORE a referral is made. If the counselors do not have this document, they will not be able to work with your child. PLEASE SUBMIT ONE Parent Permission Form PER CHILD.
Silverdale Baptist Academy is excited to offer such an invaluable service to you and your child.
Thank you again for partnering with us. We are honored!
PTF Parent Prayer Group
The Parent Prayer Group has moved to Fridays (8:00am-9:00am) in the Atlee Room at the Shepherd's House. You are welcome to drop in for as long as you can. If you have small children, no problem. Please feel free to bring them!
This group will be praying specifically for our Academy, staff, faculty, students, and parents. This time is dedicated to encouragement and prayer. This ministry is coordinated through the PTF.
We are excited about this opportunity. Please email Roger Woods with any questions.
Dates to Remember
February 14th ~ Half Day for students. Parents, please schedule meetings directly with the teachers.
February 17th ~ Academy Closed for President's Day
February 21st ~ Spirit Day
February 25th ~ All school mandatory Parent meeting
March 5th ~ Middle School Matters with Mrs. McCoy from 8:15 - 9:15 am in the Silverdale Room
March 11th ~ NJHS Inductions during chapel at 2:00 pm
March 20th ~ Half Day, Service Projects and Report cards for 3rd term available
April 6 - 13 ~ Spring Break
Future Dates:
Dollywood date is Friday, April 24th
- May 6th - Middle School Awards and 8th Grade Chapel program will be during our chapel time at 2:00 pm in the sanctuary
- May 14th - Exams begin
- May 18th & 19th - Optional Early Dismissal days
- May 20th - Exam make up days only, students do not attend unless they have to make up an exam
MS Track: Begins 2/18 @ SBA Athletic Fields. For questions, contact Coach Elsea
MS Golf: Tryouts Feb 24th & 27th at 3:45. Location TBD. For questions, contact Coach Medley