MSA Parent Update
February 15, 2019
Check out what is going on here at Manatee School For the Arts:
Progress Reports - February 15, 2019
Also remember that you can always check your child's grades through the parent portal
ATTENTION MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENTS
Any Middle School student who is late to school must be signed in by their parents. You will need to park your car and walk into the school to sign your child into school.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Attention 6th Grade Parents - Elective Information Night
This is a reminder that you are invited to the 7th grade elective information night program, which is being held on Wednesday, March 6, 2019. Please note that there are two sessions, broken up by last names:
Session 1 - 6:00 PM - Last Names A-L
Session 2 - 7:30 PM - Last Names M-Z
Both sessions will be held in the cafeteria at MSA. Due to space constraints, we ask that only one parent attends the event. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as space is limited at the school.
Students will choose their electives for their 7th Grade year starting March 11th. Please come so you have more information to help your child choose their classes for next school year.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Devine at devinet@msfta.org. See you there!!
2019 Lip Sync Battle - Sponsored by the Thespians as they go to the state competition
11th and 12th Grade Students - National College Fair
Take Stock in Children Race - Support our Students Winning Scholarships
Don't forget that MSA is participating in the Take Stock in Children run on March 3, 2019. If we get 300 participants from our school, one of our students will earn a Take Stock college scholarship. Help us support this great cause, and send one of our kids to college on a full scholarship!!
Event: Take Stock in Children is having a 5K race
Date: Sunday, March 3, 2019
Time: 7:30am
Location: Main Street in Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, FL.
Click here to register for this event!!
Choose Manatee School For the Arts as your school so we get credit for your registration!!
Scholarships Available - Help pay for your college experience!!
Scholarships are being updated daily. If you are a senior please review Current Available Scholarships often.
Seniors if you have not filled out your Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA-Bright Futures) now is the time. If you need help please see Ms. Quick.
Seniors if you know your plans after graduation please see Ms. Quick. Bring a copy of your acceptance letter from the colleges or career schools you have been accepted to, scholarships you have received, or military commitments you have made to Ms. Quick. Your MSA family wants to celebrate your accomplishments.
USF Sarasota Manatee is hosting 4 SAT/ACT workshops in March. Dates and information are on the door in the College and Career Office by the clinic and posted on social media.
Parents and students can follow the MSA College and Career Center on Facebook and @msacollegeandcareer on Instagram.
APPLICATIONS FOR 2019-2020
Thanks for all you do to make MSA a GREAT place. It is only with your support and helping us spread the good word about our school and programs that we can be more successful in the future.
MSA Heat is off to the NDA National Competition - February 23 and 24, 2019
Students have worked hard to prepare for this huge event. Anyone who is interested in making the trip to Orlando to support the kids in their quest for the National Championship, here is the info you need to know:
Feb. 23 and 24, 2019
Hard Rock Live
Universal City Walk, Orlando
Performance times are yet to be determined. Come out and cheer on the kids as they strive for excellence!!
FSA STATE ASSESSMENTS ARE COMING
If you have any questions related to this test administration, please contact our Director of Testing and Data, Dr. Michael Higley, at mhigley@maschool.org or (941) 721-6800, extension 1087. If you or your child would like to learn more about the FSA assessments, and specifically the ELA Writing Component Field Test, writing rubrics and other general information, they are available on the FSA Portal at www.FSAssessments.org.
ATTENTION 6TH GRADE STUDENTS - SHOT UPDATES REQUIRED BEFORE STARTING 7TH GRADE
The State of Florida requires proof of immunization for all students entering 7th grade each year. This proof must be on the official State of Florida Immunization Form (DH680... the Blue Card) which is obtained from your doctor's office or the Health Department. The following immunizations must be documented on this form:
* Tetanus, Diphtheria, and acellular pertussis (Tdap) - This is the update shot that you need for 7th Grade.
* Hepatitis B vaccine series
* Varicella vaccine or the year of disease
* Two doses of MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella)
Please see your doctor or the Health Department for more information and to assure that your child has met these requirements. This documentation must be submitted to the school before the first day of school next year (August 10). Students will not be allowed to come to school until these shot requirements are met. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Checking School Announcements
Please be sure to keep up with what is going on here at MSA!
Upcoming Events
February 2019
15 - Ballet Recital - 7:00
19 - Hispanic Parent Night - 6:00
20 - Greek Plays - 6:30
26-28 - Guitar Recitals - Various Times
28 - Lip Sync Battle - 7:00
March 2019
1 - Middle School Spring Fling Dance - 6:00-8:00
4-8 - State Test Retakes (11th and 12th Grades)
6 - 6th Grade Elective Information Night
Last Names A-L - 6:00
Last Names M-Z - 7:30
8 - Greek Plays - 6:00
14 - School-Wide Barbecue
14 - Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. - 7:00
15 - No School - Records Day
15 - Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. - 7:00
16 - Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. - 7:00
16 - Yes We Can Dance - State College of Florida - 4:30 & 7:00
19 - NJHS Induction Ceremony
20 - NHS Induction Ceremony
20-22 - High School Thespian State Competition
25-29 - Spring Break
Help us get the word out
About Us
Email: devinet@msfta.org
Website: www.msfta.org
Location: 700 Haben Boulevard, Palmetto, FL, United States
Phone: 941-721-6800