The ARTicle
11/6 through 11/10
2/5 through 2/9
Intent to Return Form
In order to secure your enrollment for next year and determine the number of seats we have available in each class before the 2024-25 lottery drawing, it is important to determine how many current students intend to return to Arkansas Arts Academy. Please complete and submit no later than February 16, 2024.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Puffs
Arkansas Arts Academy proudly presents the magical production of "Puffs" on February 27th, 28th, and 29th.
Step into a world of wizardry, humor, and camaraderie as our talented students bring this spellbinding play to life. "Puffs," a hilarious and heartwarming spin-off inspired by a certain famous magical school, promises an evening filled with laughter and adventure.
Secure your seats in advance by purchasing tickets on the Arkansas Arts Academy Eventbrite Page (https://www.eventbrite.com/.../arkansas-arts-academy...) or through mypaymentsplus. Don't miss the chance to witness the magic unfold on stage! For those who prefer spontaneity, fear not! Tickets will also be available at the door on the performance day. Bring your friends and family along for an unforgettable evening of entertainment.
Arkansas Wildlife Federation Art Contest- Submission Information
Mrs. Wasserman, Mrs. Spalter, and Mrs. Hicks are offering a free ACT Bootcamp for interested students during the first advisory from February 5th - 16th. If an additional day is needed, February 20th will be used. 11th-grade students are encouraged to sign up. All Juniors will be taking the Universal ACT on February 27th. There is no cost for the grade 11 ACT. The Bootcamp is also open to Seniors who are continuing to boost their college application ACT scores. 10th graders are welcome to sign up and will be given any open seats. Please complete this form no later than February 1st, 2024.
Student Behavior Guide
Students will be awarded points for showing behavior expectations presented below in our ARTS behavior grid. We are excited to see the positive behaviors in students!
SHOUTOUTS
Department of Elsewhere
Students from the Dept of Elsewhere visited Mrs. Burns's 5th grade English classes on Wednesday of last week. With their help, the 5th graders created neologisms, or new words, as a celebration of their successful book study of the novel Frindle. Many beautiful new words were added to the English language, and a good time was had by all!
Senior Scholarship Offers!
Zachary Phillips and Zadie Latimer were both offered $1000 scholarships to the University of Arkansas for their performances in theatre!
Collaborative Arts Class
Thank you to Joe Credit III from the Vine Brothers, who dropped by Mr. Jones' and Mr. Harris’ collaborative arts class on Friday to speak about his experience with songwriting.
The G.O.A.T
The teacher with the most PBIS points so far is Mrs. Arnold!! Mrs. Arnold will get to keep the AAA Traveling G.O.A.T. for the week!
Students , did you know you can give your teachers PBIS points?? Who will win next week?
3D Art
Mrs. Hasse’s classes collaborated to create a visual representation of school culture made of wire. The assignment was to create a continuous line portrait of themselves and then add 4 additional components, with one representing something important to them. The pieces are linked together to represent the importance of connection.
STEM
Arkansas Arts Academy students attended the "Explore STEM with Women in Tech" event, hosted by the Women's Foundation of Arkansas and the EAST Initiative at the University of Arkansas Global Campus Learning Labs in Bentonville. They engaged in hands-on coding training in Visual Studio and were inspired by speakers from Walmart and Tyson across various tech fields, including Project Management, Engineering, Cyber Security, and Data Analytics.
This experience not only provided our students with valuable skills but also exposed them to the vast opportunities in STEM, encouraging them to consider careers in technology. We're proud of their participation and thankful for the organizations that made this event possible. Here's to inspiring more young minds to explore the endless possibilities in STEM!
REMINDERS
Parent Partnership Opportunities
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are excited to reach out to you with an opportunity to support Arkansas Arts Academy arts programs as we continue to nurture our student's artistic talents and creative spirit. Our commitment to fostering excellence in the arts is unwavering, as a strong arts education enriches the lives of our students and contributes to their personal growth and development. This sponsorship initiative allows us to partner with parents and sponsors by providing more to our students more meaningfully.
Sponsors may contribute to the overall arts programming or choose a specific arts department to support directly.
- Overall Arts Programming: Your generous donation will support a wide range of arts disciplines, including visual arts, music, dance, theater, and more. These funds will enhance our facilities, provide essential equipment and materials, and offer opportunities for students to engage with guest artists and performers.
- Arts Department Sponsorship: If you have a particular interest in a specific area of arts concentration, – such as visual arts, music, dance, theater, or any other discipline, you can donate to that area. This targeted support will enable us to develop and expand departments and provide our students with specialized training, resources, and experiences.
In appreciation of your support, we are pleased to inform you that the names of all sponsors and businesses will be prominently listed in programs for all arts events throughout the academic year. Your contribution, whether large or small, will significantly impact the quality of arts education we can provide at Arkansas Arts Academy.
When you choose to support the arts at our school at the $600 mark or above, your name or business will be prominently displayed on our "Wall of Appreciation" within the school premises as a tribute of your commitment to fostering creativity and artistic excellence among our students.
We understand that everyone's financial situation is unique, and we genuinely appreciate any support you can offer.
To participate in this sponsorship initiative, please visit our website at artsk12.org, submit your payments on mypaymentsplus, or complete the enclosed donation form and return it to the school office. Your donation is tax-deductible, and we will provide you with a receipt for your records.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to support Arkansas Arts Academy as we continue to educate and encourage your children through the arts. Together, we can ensure our students continue to thrive and excel in their artistic endeavors.
With warm regards,
Amy Kessler
Visual and Performing Arts Director
THANK YOU!
Become a Proud Sponsor of Arkansas Arts Academy!
We're thrilled to announce and express our gratitude to two of our newest sponsors, Leslie Pappas with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Solutions Real Estate and Tonya Mobley with Inena Travel! Their support is invaluable in helping us continue fostering creativity and artistic excellence at Arkansas Arts Academy.
But guess what? It's still possible for you or your business to join this esteemed group of sponsors! Whether you're passionate about arts education or want to impact our community, becoming a sponsor positively is a fantastic way to do just that.
How to Become a Sponsor:
Visit our website: artsk12.org
Donate on MyPaymentsPlus.
Reach out to Amy Kessler for more information. akessler@artsk12.org
Your sponsorship can make a significant difference in empowering the next generation of artists and creators.
Special Thanks to Our Current Sponsors:
Leslie Pappas with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Solutions Real Estate
Tony Mobley with Inena Travel
Car Line Information
Hey parents! Just a friendly reminder about our high school car line etiquette! Let's keep things running smoothly for everyone:
Pull ALL the way up: Help speed up the line by pulling your car all the way to the front.
Stay in your car: For the safety of all, please remain in your vehicle.
Be patient: We're all in this together! Let's be patient and considerate of one another.
Please review the carline map!
Thanks for being awesome! Let's make the car line a breeze! #SchoolTraffic #CarLineEtiquette #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork
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