Southwood Academy of the Arts
September 27th - October 1st
Tessa - August Student of the Month 6th Grade
Karis - August Student of the Month 7th Grade
Desiree - August Student of the Month 8th Grade
Lord of the Flies Masks
Mrs. Turner's and Mrs. Nickles's English I students made masks as they analyzed characters from the classic novel Lord of the Flies. Each mask is inspired by a character and represents the character's personality and role in the novel. Students also wrote a rationale paragraph about the mask and the character.
Geography Presentations
Superhero Elements
Life in Numbers
RACE-ing in ELA
PSAT Information for 8th Graders
8th grade students have the opportunity to take the PSAT at Southwood Academy! Ms. Doolittle lists several good reasons why 8th grade students should consider taking it.
6 Reasons to Take the PSAT
The PSAT familiarizes you with the test questions and format of the SAT.
You'll get a “dress rehearsal” on standardized testing.
Your PSAT results can guide your SAT preparation.
You might qualify for the National Merit Scholarship/Junior Scholar in the state of SC recognized at Awards Day in May at SAA.
Colleges might try to recruit you.
You will get information about academic programs available to you.
If you are interested in taking the PSAT, a parent permission form needs to be completed and a $17 payment needs to be submitted. Junior Scholars information and the Parental Permission form, which includes payment link, are listed below. Please sign up and make the payment by Friday, October 8th. The PSAT will be administered Wednesday, October 13th. For PSAT questions, please email Ms. Doolittle.
Strings News
Region Orchestra is no longer on Saturday, October 2nd. Instead, Region Orchestra will be completed virtually, and the auditions will be recorded during 7th and 8th grade strings classes. Auditions will be Thursday, September 30th and Friday, October 1st. Good luck to all of the participants!
Important Upcoming Dates
Thursday, September 30th - Step It Up ends
Thursday, September 30th & Friday, October 1st - Region Orchestra audition recording
Thursday, October 7th - Picture Retakes
Friday, October 8th - PSAT sign-ups due
Wednesday, October 13th - PSAT in the Media Center
Thursday, October 14th - HS Orchestra & Choir Concert
Friday, October 15th - Day of Awesomeness & Fall Dance
Tuesday, October 19th - End of 1st 9 weeks
Saturday, October 23rd - SCMEA Middle Choral Clinic
Tuesday, October 26th - Report Cards & Middle School Choral Concert
Friday, October 29th - Teacher PD Day, Student Holiday
Picture Retakes
Hispanic Heritage Month
Step It Up Fundraiser Continues
SC Governor's School Informational Meeting
The South Carolina Governor's School Arts and Humanities meeting last week was very informative! 7th and 8th grade students and 6th grade dance students (12 years old by June 1st) can apply for the summer Odyssey programs in creative writing, dance, drama, music, and visual art. Students may apply for up to 2 arts areas. Check out the link below for information!
Masks Must Be Worn on Buses
Effective Monday, August 30th, 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.
Newsletter Club
SAA is an ABC Grant Recipient through the South Carolina Arts Commission!
Order or Yearbook
If you would like to order a yearbook, use the link below! Yearbooks are $40, and personalization is $7 and icons are $3.50 each. In addition, you can order an 8th grade recognition ad! For all yearbook questions, contact Mr. Powell.
PowerSchool for Students & Parents
A5's District Code is GWJZ
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.
The Media Center is a Great Place for Getting Something Done!
Media Center Schedule
Monday, September 27th - 7th Grade Make-up Monday 3rd block, Boswell Ghost checkout 3rd
Tuesday, September 28th - Newsletter assignment meeting AM, Boswell 1st-3rd blocks, Dobson 1st block test takers
Wednesday, September 29th - Newsletter Club 3rd block
Thursday, September 30th - Liles circulation 1st-3rd blocks
Friday, October 1st - Paradis circulation 1st,2nd,4th blocks
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