Southwood Academy of the Arts
February 7th - 11th
Big Band News
Maggie Hunsinger (7th grade) is the only Anderson 5 musician to get into All State Band! She placed 17th chair for clarinet, and Maggie is the first person to be selected to the All-State Band in the school's history. She will participate in the All State Band clinic later this month. Jack Zarouff (8th grade) placed 10th chair for trombone in All-State Band. He was just one chair away from making it, so he is the alternate trombone player. Mr. Wade is extremely proud of both of the outstanding young musicians!
More Musical Accolades!
Mrs. Small's Students Visit the SC Children's Theatre!
Student Government Fundraiser
Student government will be selling candy grams and carnation grams Monday - Friday during lunches. Each item will be $1.50. Student government members will deliver the purchased items during homeroom on Monday, February 14th. Parents, if you would like to send a candy or carnation gram to your child, use the link below and send it in in a sealed envelope. Your student can turn it in to his or her homeroom teacher.
Sales will be Monday-Friday, February 7th-11th! Delivery will be Monday, Feb. 14th!
Thank you, PTO! We Love Honor Roll Lunches!
Mrs. Liles & Mrs. Boswell Conduct Review Activities in ELA
8th Grade IGP Meetings in February
The IGPs, Individual Graduation Plans, for current 8th grade students are going on this month. 8th graders and their parents will meet with either Ms. Doolittle or Dr. Chamblee to learn about course options and sign up for high school classes. Use the link below to access Ms. Doolittle's IGP website for course catalogs and career path information. Then use the calendar links below to make an appointment with either Ms. Doolittle or Dr. Chamblee. Parents will join the meeting via video conference using Google Meet.
*If you canceled an IGP meeting, Ms. Doolittle and Dr. Chamblee have added more meeting times to their calendars. Please reschedule your IGP. For questions, contact Ms. Doolittle.
Get Ready for Spirit Week!
The Arts Area with the Most Spirit Will Win the Spirit Sword!
Dance Field Trip
Mrs. Kay's Dance students will take a field trip to the Clemson University's Brooks Center Tuesday, February 8th to see Cirque Mechanics: "Birdhouse Factory.” Please dress nicely for this performance (Jeans are acceptable but please look neat and presentable). Students must wear masks on the bus and inside the Brooks Center. The field trip will leave during 1st block and return during 3rd block. Field trip payment and lunch information has been sent home. For questions, please contact Mrs. Kay.
Important Upcoming Dates
Monday, February 7th - Cinderella performance during the day, Theatre & Dance PE
Tuesday, February 8th - Games Club AM, Middle School Dance Field Trip to Clemson, Strings PE
Wednesday, February 9th - Cinderella performance during the day, Chorus PE
Thursday, February 10th - YCI AM meeting in PAC, Cinderella 7 PM, Visual Art PE
Friday, February 11th - Cinderella 7 PM
Saturday, February 12th - Cinderella 7 PM
Sunday, February 13th - Cinderella 3 PM
Make-up Work Mondays
Getting Ready for the Show
Cinderella News
*Stay up to date with all the latest Cinderella rehearsal news with the website. Congratulations to all of the students who made the cast and crew. It is going to be a great show!
*Cinderella tickets are available for purchase online. Use the link below or the QR Code to buy your tickets in advance.
YCI Thursday Mornings
Games Club News
Games Club has had a lot of participation, but the limited number of games and passes creates issues. If you have been to Games Club at least 2 times, you are welcome to take a pass. Teachers will receive a list of students. If you have never tried Games Club and would like to, stop by the media center and talk to Mrs. Spencer.
Next Games Club Meetings
Tuesdays Feb. 8th, 15th, 22nd AM in Media Center
Wyldlife News
Tuesday, February 8th Wyldlife will be have Campaigners at the Point Church at 7:30 PM. We will play some games, have some snacks, and do a short Bible study!
SAA is an ABC Grant Recipient through the South Carolina Arts Commission!
Order Your Yearbook
If you would like to order a yearbook, use the link below! Yearbooks are $40. For all yearbook questions, contact Mr. Powell.
Add Your Photos to the Yearbook!
PowerSchool for Students & Parents
A5's District Code is GWJZ
Masks Must Be Worn on Buses
Face masks will be required on all school buses. If your child rides a school bus, please provide a mask for him or her to wear on the school bus. This new update and mandate was communicated to school districts by the South Carolina Department of Education on Thursday, August 26th. Superintendent Wilson communicated this change to all principals asking for notification be sent to all parents and students. If you have questions regarding this mandate, please contact Dr. Jerome Hudson at the Anderson School District Five District Office. The phone number is 864-260-5000. Thank you for your assistance and support as we continue to follow COVID-19 guidance to keep everyone safe and healthy.
Bus Information
*The Robert Anderson Sports Bus is now available after school!
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.
All School Meals Are Free for Students
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.
Media Center Schedule
Monday, February 7th - Boswell 1st & 2nd block, Make-Up Monday 3rd block
Tuesday, February 8th - Games Club AM, Boswell 3rd block
Wednesday, February 9th - Liles circulation
Thursday, February 10th - Newsletter 3rd block
Friday, February 11th - Paradis circulation
Read 3 & Review 3
Robert Anderson Cheerleading Tryouts
Robert Anderson Middle School Cheerleading Tryouts will be held February 28 - March 3 at Robert Anderson. If students are interested, they will need to complete this google form. Once you complete the form, you will be emailed the tryout packet which includes steps and forms for them to complete and return to RAMS. The deadline to sign up is Monday, February 21st. For more information, contact Coach Goldsmith.
2021-2022 Academic 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