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SPARK Academy Newsletter - March 18, 2022

PTO needs our help!

Bundt cakes will be arriving on Wednesday, March 23. PTO needs volunteers to assist with delivery and pick up. Please use the link below to sign up.
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Spring Parent/Teacher Conference Opportunity

Spring Parent/Teacher Conference Opportunity

SPARK Academy has set aside a special time for K-3 spring parent/teacher conferences during March 22 & 24 from 3:30-6:30. If you would like to schedule a conference with your child's teacher, please go to www.acs-k12.org/sparkconference


Conference schedule link will be available through Monday, March 21st.


*School-aged childcare and Spanish translator will be available.

Spring Parent/Teacher Conference Opportunity
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Art Show includes PreK - 3rd grade artwork

Musical Performance featuring our First Graders

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Important Dates

March 23: Nothing Bundt Cake pick-up 1:30-4:30 (please bring your own boxes or bags)

PTO needs your help with Bundt cakes, please see the link to sign up

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4baaa82ba7fc1-nothing


March 28-April 1: Spring Break


April 21: First grade field research to Adventure Science Center


April 25: Kindergarten field research to Gullion Farms


April 28: Third grade violin recital


April 29: Professional Learning Day (no school for students)


May 20: Field Day

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PRE-K REGISTRATION GOING ON NOW!

Preparing children for success begins early. Athens City Schools is proud to offer two Pre-K programs: Alabama First Class and Eagles Nest.

The Alabama First Class Pre-K is a program providing effective, high-quality, early childhood experiences that prepare children for school success and lifelong learning. ACS currently offers six First Class Pre-K classes: iAcademy at Athens Elementary (2), HEART Academy at Julian Newman (2), FAME Academy at Brookhill (1), and SPARK Academy at Cowart (1).

The Eagles Nest is an inclusive program that incorporates a mixture of exceptional needs students in a classroom with their traditional peers. The Eagles Nest is located at iAcademy at Athens Elementary.

Learn more and apply at https://www.acs-k12.org/Page/1773.
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Important COVID Reminders


  • Masks are recommended on all school buses.
  • Masks are recommended while indoors.
  • Maintain 3 foot distancing when possible.
  • Continue to practice good hygiene (make sure you have soap and hand sanitizer).
  • Continue with sanitization measures.
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2021-2022 School Calendar

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SPARK Academy at Cowart

SPARK Academy at Cowart

SPARK Academy at Cowart
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1701 West Hobbs Street, Athens, AL, United States beth.mckinney@acs-k12.org 256-233-6627 acs-k12.org/CES