Southwood Academy of the Arts
February 15th-19th
Spirit Week is February 15th-19th!
Mr. Parker's Science Students Construct Space Probes
In 8th grade science, students researched space probes throughout history. They had to choose one to study and make an historically accurate model. The students got to use supplies provided by the school to construct the models. After the models were completed students were able to present their models to class.
SAA Students Love Their Pets!
Valentine's Day Candy Grams
In Honor of Black History Month, the MM Topic is Diversity!
Region Orchestra News from Mrs. Griffith
All 8th Grade Orchestra students participated in Region Orchestra Auditions. We had several students qualify for Region Orchestra. These students will also have the opportunity to audition for All State Orchestra in March. The Region Orchestra event will be February 27th at Wade Hampton High School. We will have to have a reduced orchestra size in order to have social distancing. Only the students starred will actually be participating in the Region Orchestra event. Congratulations!
Region Orchestra
*Maura W - violin
Hayden G - Violin
Charlotte C - violin
Paul H - violin
*Caleb B - Viola
Addison T - alternate
Lila M - Cello
*C.J. W - Bass
8th Grade Students & Parents: IGPs
Ms. Doolittle and Mr. Chamblee are conducting IGP meetings with 8th grade students and their parents. Course catalogs and information have been distributed. Calendar sign-ups are happening now. General IGP information, the high school course catalog, and more is available through Ms. Doolittle's IGP website linked below. As always, Ms. Doolittle is just an email or phone call (864-260-5205) away.
What Happens in an 8th Grade IGP?
Your parents are invited and encouraged to attend.
You will talk about your career cluster.
You discuss possible high school and AIT majors.
You discuss possible career goals.
You review career pathway programs.
You review the classes you’re qualified to take.
You sign up for your 9th grade courses.
A5 Free Internet Information
AM Drop Off - front of the school 7:30-8:15!
PE Schedule
Order a Yearbook!
Outside of School Activities in the Yearbook
Don't Forget to Wash Your Masks!
PowerSchool for Students & Parents
A5's District Code is GWJZ
Early Dismissal / Appointment Policies
- When you arrive at school, please call the office: 864-260-5205 to let us know you are here to pick up a student for dismissal.
- Make sure to have your license ready and press the buzzer for entrance.
- Once the door is unlocked, be prepared to show your license through the window while you will remain in the foyer. Please DO NOT enter the office area.
- We will have a sign-out sheet in the foyer. Please know that we will get your student to you as quickly as we can.
Bus Information
All School Meals Are Free for Students
Cafeteria Will Have Snacks for Sale!
The cafeteria is excited to announce that we will resume extra sales Wednesday, February 10th.
As before, we will be offering a selection of chips, drinks, ice cream and other snacks. All items meet the USDA criteria for Smartsnack options, meaning they are healthier snack choices for students. Since we have not been offering these items so far this year, I would like to remind students of how this works.
· Extra sales may be purchased during the lunch period after all students have finished going through the line to get lunches.
· Students must wear masks and bring their Southwood Student ID to the register to purchase items.
· Per Anderson School District 5 policy, students may not purchase extra sales if they have a negative balance on their lunch account. The balance must be paid in full before extra sales may be purchased.
· Students may purchase items with cash, but it makes their transaction much quicker to add money to their account ahead of time! Money may be added online ahead of time at http://www.k12paymentcenter.com.
News from Nurse Rosa
1. Take the temperature of any child demonstrating shortness of breath, loss of taste, sore throat, muscle aches, chills, new or worsening cough, or runny nose.
2. Keep the child at home one or more days to monitor symptoms.
3. If you decide to have a COVID-19 test, notify the school nurse of the results so that the school can implement the Enhanced Health and Safety Protocols in the classroom(s) where your child attended.
*All information will remain confidential between the school and family. No other families will be given the health information of your child.
For any health-related questions, call the office or email Nurse Rosa.
Spring Sports Information
Westside Track Announcement
*If there are any 7th or 8th grade students interested in Track and Field at Westside High School. Practice is Monday-Friday from 4-5:30 pm. You must have a sports physical to begin practice.
Ebook Opportunities
2020-2021 District Calendar
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