Southwood Academy of the Arts
November 23rd - Dec. 4th
Visual Art Students Make Their Marks
Patterson's Figure Me Out Project
For the project students were told to create a self-portrait surrounded by equations with answers that related to numbers associated with their lives (shoe size, birth date, etc.). If you get a chance, check them out outside Mrs. Patterson's classroom.
HS Orchestra Performs an Outdoor Concert
Westside Registration
HS Arts Class Information for 8th Graders
A5 Free Internet Information
MAP Testing
Kona Ice Supports A5 Schools
Anderson 5 has partnered with Kona Ice to offer its shaved ice treats to benefit the schools. Every Tuesday and Thursday the trucks will be stationed around town in order to maintain proper social distancing. 15% of the total sales will go back to the school district.
Tuesdays – T.L. Hanna feeder school zone
1706 East Greenville Street
Anderson, SC 29621
(Vacant parking lot of the old Bi-Lo)
Thursdays – Westside feeder school zone
300 Pearman Dairy Road
Anderson, SC 29625
(Top of Lakeside Shopping Center, directly across from AIT)
AM Drop Off - front of the school 7:30-8:15!
PE Schedule
Order a Yearbook!
Order a Yearbook Ad for your 8th Grade Student!
For ad choices and prices, open the document below. Contact Mr. Powell if you have questions.
Masks for Sale in the Main Office
SC Governor's School for the Arts Odyssey Program
Drama: applydrama@scgsah.org
Creative Writing: applycw@scgsah.org
Dance: applydance@scgsah.org
Music: applymusic@sgsah.org
Visual Art: applyva@sgsah.org
For more information, access the Governor's School information below.
8th Grade AIT Impressions
The 8th grade students went on a field trip to the Anderson Institute of Technology. They split up depending upon what they chose to view and were led by student guides. Many of the 8th graders have expressed that they felt the field trip was cool and interesting. One of the things a student especially liked was how interactive the visit was. They saw video and film editing, veterinary science, cybersecurity, and more. One 8th grader said, “It was chill, I guess.”
Thanksgiving Survey Results
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
Cafeteria News
Cafeteria Reminders
1. Please wash your hands or use hand sanitizer BEFORE eating.
2. Please wear masks in the lunch line and stand 6 feet apart.
3. Please do not grab utensils, condiments, etc. The cafeteria staff can help!
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.
Ebook Opportunities
Previous Book Award or Book Club Books
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