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2013 - 2014 Mill Springs Academy Handbook and Calendar

“If a student can’t learn the way we teach ... we should teach the way a student can learn.”

-- Tweetie L. Moore, Founder

Mission Statement Mill Springs Academy is a values-based educational community dedicated to the academic, physical and social growth of those students who have not realized their full potential in traditional classroom settings. “...if a student can’t learn the way we teach ... we should teach the way a student can learn.”

--Tweetie L. Moore, Founder

This publication is solely for communication of school related matters by and among members of the school community - students, parents and faculty. Its use for any other purpose is improper and unauthorized.

Mill Springs Academy does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, handicap, national or ethnic origin in its admissions policy or in its employments.

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13660 New Providence Road Alpharetta, GA 30004 www.millsprings.org 770-360-1336

2013-2014 Board of Trustees

Angel Murr - Chairperson Bruce Bowers Michael Holt Stacy Robinson Robert W. Moore, Headmaster

Ed Coco Rochelle Northrup Louise Samsky Robert Slayden, MD

Ex-Officio Lavone Rippeon, Administrator Mary Ramirez, Development Director Rotating Principal Members Parent Volunteer Association President

Advisory Board

Barbara F. Adler Colleen S. Austin, M.D. Michael W. Bain, M.D. Nicholas Ceto, Jr. Mark Droege W. Daniel Faulk Robert J. Freeman Michael A. Goodroe Anne Hicks-Coolick, Ph.D. James P. Hudson Theresa Pritchard Paul M. Smith Patricia C. Sibley A. Ray Weeks, Jr. Sandra N. Zelley Jack Zimmermann Jonathan Zimring 4

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Staff and Faculty STAFF HEADMASTER Robert W. Moore

PROGRAM CONSULTANT Robert M. Slayden, MD

ADMISSIONS DIRECTOR Sheila FitzGerald

ADMINISTRATOR Lavone R. Rippeon

PSYCHOMETRIST Kathy Muma

NURSE Ann Hartin, RN

BOOKKEEPER Carol Rothschild

DEVELOPMENT Mary Ramirez - Director Leila Smith - Assistant

COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR Cheri Harwood

MIDDLE SCHOOL Margaret Brito - Principal Jessica Connell - Asst. Principal Gretchen Beck Connie Floyd Katie Hadaway Roy Lander Ed Little Angela Ragsdale Shelley Reed Kathleen Swift

PREUPPER SCHOOL Susan Sanders - Principal Jennifer Kramer - Asst. Principal Michael Adams Karen Bradley Michael Griffeth Kris Hawksworth Josh Hersko Victoria Jones Martha Muir Will Turner

UPPER SCHOOL Cynthia Traylor - Principal Sue Swanson - Asst. Principal Carolina Ayerbe Greg Bodeep Lisa Brown Carlos Colon Jaime Gutierrez Annette Higgins Gail Kreher Keith Muma Vaidehi Rallapalli Sherry Robinson Jeff Sargent

FINE ARTS Janet Ford - Director Brian Buxton Jamie Fambrough Kate McElliott Elizabeth Regas Patrick Rose

FACULTY LOWER SCHOOL Laurie Jones - Principal Jodi Easter-Smith Branigan Hughes Betty Kellenberger Shannon Koch Donna DePaul Moore Carissa Nelson COMMUNICATION ARTS Kay Morrison - Principal Carol Adams Sam Adams Jay Hudson Taniah Jones Matthew “Mateo” McConnell Chelsea Michelson COUNSELING Susan Day Anne Holland Brandi Smallwood OPEN - Intern OPEN - Intern TECHNOLOGY Paul Barkley - Coordinator Claire Christerson Jason Mack Cindy Thorne

MEDIA CENTER Brittany Emge - Coordinator

PHYSICAL EDUCATION Katy “KK” Kane - PE Coordinator James Sampson - Athletic Director Phil Hanson - Basketball Coach Richard Miranda - Wrestling MAINTENANCE Roberto Tijerina - Coordinator Hector Turrado

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Parent Volunteer Association Mill Springs Academy Parent Volunteer Association (MSA PVA) is a vital part of our school. It consists of parents who volunteer and commit their time to improving the educational experience for all MSA students. There are many purposes of the PVA but one of our main goals is to create a sense of community within our group of families and students.

All monies raised by the PVA support MSA school programs, classroom enhancement and teacher/staff appreciation for the hard work they perform to help our students succeed. And while fund-raising is very important in order to allow for school enrichment and program upgrades, we also have many other functions such as providing hospitality to new families, assisting our librarian and coordinating holiday/year-end gifts for the teachers and staff. The PVA represents the families at Mill Springs and we want you to take part!

If you are considering getting involved with your PVA, look over this partial list of activities and see what interests you: • • • • • • •

Chick-fil-A Day (every Monday) Fall Polo Match Fundraiser (September) Family Dinner and Auction (March) Library Volunteer (in the library and/or during the book fairs) Used Uniform Shop Beautification Committee Hospitality

Even a few hours can be useful. There are positions that require a large commitment for just a few days and some that require only a few hours each week, but last the entire school year. Consider what an important role the MSA PVA plays in the lives of our children here at MSA and how you can best donate.

Joining the MSA PVA is another important way that you can support the organization that provides the very important funds to support our missions all year long. The Parent Volunteer Association meeting are listed on the calendar and are held at Liz Parks home (1770 Providence Farms Lane, Milton, 30009). You will find information on membership for the MSA PVA in the summer information package and membership forms are also available on the MSA PVA website: www.millspringspva.org Come and be a part of a wonderful organization that helps in so many ways! Contact Liz Parks today at 678240-0550 or lizwparks@gmail.com to get involved in YOUR community!

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2013 - 2014 Parent Volunteer Association Contact List

President Vice President Secretary Treasurer

PVA OFFICERS Liz Parks lizwparks@gmail.com Jill Bonds jillandruss@bellsouth.net Kathy Petty kathypetty@bellsouth.net OPEN OPEN

678-240-0550 770-656-8442 770-518-9894 OPEN

PVA COMMITTEES Campus Beautification Fall Polo Match Fundraiser Holiday Market Library Volunteers Monday Lunch QSP Magazine Sales PVA Family Dinner Uniform Shop Communication School Supply Fundraiser

OPEN Liz Parks Kathy Espinosa Judy Norris Chris Abernethy Janet Bain OPEN Jinjie Cicco Lisa Starr JoEllen Smith

OPEN lizwparks@gmail.com sknosa@bellsouth.net judy_norris@comcast.net abernethyc40@bellsouth.net bain.janet5320@gmail.com OPEN jinjiecicco@gmail.com lisastarr2745@gmail.com joellen@reagan.com

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Program Description

Mill Springs Academy bases learning strategies on Academic Plans (AP) developed for each student by our multidisciplinary staff. Learning strategies are generated from psycho-educational evaluations, previous school records, diagnostic skills assessment, observations, communication with other professionals involved with the student and our continuing experiences with the student. Mill Springs Academy is committed to a comprehensive multifaceted program designed to meet the needs of your child.

Mill Springs Academy provides a carefully structured environment within a warm, supportive atmosphere.

Our structural approach is an environment that involves our Community Structure, daily values groups, individualized contracts, and Life Space Interview (LSI) techniques. Conferences with parents are scheduled throughout the term and others are based on the immediate needs of the student as defined by the student, family, or school.

Our Community Structure is a school-wide, reality-based structure that clearly defines the responsibilities and privileges associated with each level of responsibility. The system allows the student to make fully informed choices resulting in privileges or consequences. It allows staff members to function as facilitators. Community meetings are led by the principal of each school component and involve both staff and peer feedback.

The community monitors the interactions of its members and enforces the Community Structure while academic expectations and interventions are individualized. Interactive expectations are the same for all students - to respect oneself and all others of the community. When students accomplish this major goal with the help of the MSA Community, they will have acquired sound social problem-solving skills, as well as, joy and self-satisfaction in their interactions with others.

School Components

Lower School Middle School PreUpper School Communication Arts School Upper School

grades 1-4 grades 5-6 grades 7-8 grades 7-12 grades 9-12

We allow some flexibility for transitioning from each component based on the student’s specific needs.

Principals serve as liaisons between our program and other professionals involved with the student and their parents. Principals supervise all aspects of their School and report to the headmaster and the program consultant.

Technology for Learning

Mill Springs was the first in the area to enact a 1-to-1 laptop program, beginning with Toshiba laptops in 1998.

Today, students in grades 4 through 12 use Lenovo ThinkPad laptops to help bridge any gaps that may exist, allowing our students to produce written work they are proud of, many for the first time. The student laptop comes equipped with the latest version of Microsoft Office, as well as several assistive technology programs that display and read student textbooks, fiction books and teacher-created assignments. Students use their laptops and the internet to expand available resources beyond the textbook, to create innovative presentations and artwork, to view grades, assignments, and teacher notes anytime, anyplace and to communicate with their teachers. Mill Springs has on-site technical and educational support to ensure the student’s experience with technology is as stress-free and productive as possible.

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Extra-Curricular Activities

Afternoon (PM) Program at Mill Springs Academy offers a recreational program for students 6 to 12 years old.

The PM Program provides these students with a supervised, structured environment, designed to develop and enhance self-esteem, socialization skills, motor skills and appreciation of activities that require the rules of good sportsmanship. Appropriate group interactions are encouraged and directed by the staff. The PM Program operates Monday through Thursday from 3:30 to 5:00pm. Students must be picked up no later than 5:00pm. Please be prompt. After 5:15pm late fees will apply.

Athletic Programs at Mill Springs Academy have the goal of assisting students in establishing a healthy life style and developing an interest in at least one activity that will provide life-long positive experiences.

Currently some of our team sport offerings for 7th through 12th graders include cross country, girls volleyball, soccer, lacrosse, golf, swimming, tennis, wrestling, varsity baseball, track, and Middle/JV/varsity girls and boys basketball.

Summer Programs

The Mark Trail Camp serves students that are between the ages of 6 and 14 who are looking for an activitybased camp program. You can choose morning, afternoon or full-day activities, all of which will have a focus on socialization.

The High School Summer School program serves young people in grades 9 - 12 who lack necessary credits or who choose to accelerate their progression through secondary school. The program is also for students who require structure in order to fulfill appropriate academic goals, develop study and organizational skills. The Forward Thinking piece of the program brings certain electives to the Summer School package.

MSA Sport Camps are specific skills development opportunities during the summer which are led in conjunction with an MSA Coach. Basketball, soccer, strength and conditioning, wrestling and tennis camps might all be a part of the available offerings.

All summer programs are available to Mill Springs Academy students, but are also open to students from outside of the MSA community.

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Save the Date • New Student/Parent Orientation/Tech Day (8/9/13) - New students have the opportunity to meet their principal, teachers and one another. It is also the chance to learn procedures for arrival, departure, rules and special events. For parents they will be able to see the student classrooms and materials. Your student’s principal will discuss particulars of the program. School administration will be present to discuss policies and procedures of the program. This is for parents, guardians and caretakers, etc. This is the day for you to ask questions. Laptops will also be distributed to new students and rising fourth grade students.

There will be a brief introduction to the parts of the laptop, do’s and don’ts for the laptop and general troubleshooting tips. MSA’s Technology Honors Policy, which covers appropriate use of the Internet and e-mail, is explained.

• Founder’s Day Family Picnic (10/19/13) - This is a special day for Mill Springs Academy. We celebrate our founding and our Founder, Tweetie L. Moore. The agenda includes a report on the school and campaign goals. The Annual Campaign is traditionally kicked off on Founder’s Day and staff awards are given. A Family Fun Run precedes the picnic and we have a presentation of the year’s One-Act Play. Brothers, sisters and grandparents are all welcome to attend the Founder’s Day activities, as well. Parents and students must attend.

• Fathers Night with Robert (10/24/13) - Robert hosts this opportunity for our Fathers to meet together and learn more about their children.

• Grandparents’ Day (11/22/13) - Grandparents are invited to this well attended event to visit and learn about their grandchildren’s school and progress.

• Donuts for Dads (1/17/14) - Lower and Middle School Dads are invited to join their student for doughnuts and to learn about their student’s progress and the projects they are working on.

• Muffins for Moms (3/7/14) - Lower and Middle School Moms are invited to join their student for muffins and to learn about their student’s progress and the projects that are taking place.

• PVA Family Dinner (3/15/14) - This is an opportunity for our families, parents and children to have fun.

Parents and students must attend.

• Senior Banquetlaureate (5/9/14) - A dinner that honors our graduating Seniors’ achievements.

• Graduation (5/10/14) - All parents, especially those with Upper School students are invited. For our graduating seniors, this is THE most important event of the year.

• Honors Day (5/23/14) - For our students this is one of the most important and meaningful days of the year. We have a wonderful time too! This is the day the student awards for the year, all specific school scholarships, as well as, an award honoring a teacher, the Nelle C. Lewis Memorial Award are all presented.

It is the time for closure with pride in the year’s accomplishments. Parents and students must attend.

Students are expected to wear uniforms to ANY event they attend on campus (unless otherwise advised).

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Credentials/Accreditation Mill Springs Academy holds dual accreditation with the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Mill Spring Academy is a member of the following organizations: • National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) • Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) • Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS) • Georgia Association of Independent Schools (GISA) • Atlanta Area Association of Independent Schools (AAAIS) • International Dyslexic Association (IDA) • Georgia Association of Private Schools for Exceptional Children (GAPSEC) • Learning Disabilities Association of Georgia (LDAG) • Atlanta Athletic Conference (AAC) • Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ChADD) • Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) All faculty are members of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC).

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School Policies Arrival and Departure Times - Students should arrive at 8:00am. If your student will arrive before 8:00am, please see your principal to make special arrangements. DO NOT DROP STUDENTS OFF before 8:00am unless prior arrangements have been made. Dismissal/carpool time is 2:45pm for the Lower School, 3:00pm for the Middle School and 3:15pm for the PreUpper, Communications Arts and Upper Schools. Buses will leave campus at 3:30pm.

Absences - Parents are requested to call the school office between 8:00-8:20am to notify the principal that their student will not be in school that day. Every effort should be made to have them in school each day. Personal illness or serious illness in the student’s immediate family will be excused absences.

If a student must be absent more than 2 days, make up work should be arranged. When students are excused for family trips, etc. all work that would be missed should be made up, submitted and feedback received BEFORE the student leaves for the excused trip. Please call your student’s principal to make arrangements a week ahead of time.

Dismissal During the School Day - Try to schedule appointments with doctors and dentists at some time other than school hours whenever possible. If you must take your student out of school, send a note with the student the morning of the say they are to be excused stating the time you will arrive at school. You must come to the principal’s office to get your student.

Carpool - Please follow the established carpool procedures. Do not pass vehicles/buses that are in the carpool line, this creates a dangerous situation.

Bus Transportation - Four bus routes are available. When a student is unable to meet or maintain the responsibilities necessary to ride the school bus, the Principal or Headmaster will determine if the privilege will be taken away. This may be an inconvenience to the family, which we regret. Families should be prepared to make arrangements for transportation in the event that the student is unable to meet or maintain the responsibilities necessary for these privileges.

For students who need to ride the bus occasionally, a fee is charged. Please call the bookkeeper to make arrangements to pay the fee. Notify your student’s principal as early as possible to ensure your student gets on the bus. Questions regarding bus transportation should be directed to Cheri Harwood via e-mail at charwood@millsprings.org.

Change in Transportation - If your student is going home with another student or if they will be picked up by someone other than the usual driver, please send a written note to your principal, by noon the day of the change. We will not allow a student to go in another car without written permission from the custodial parent(s) or guardian.

Early Dismissal - Note there are Early Dismissal days on the calendar. The standard early carpool times on those days are: Lower/Middle at 12:15pm; PreUpper, Communication Arts and Upper at 12:30pm. The buses will depart campus at approximately 12:45pm on early dismissal days.

Upper Carpool - 3:15pm - Students and their parents must adhere to our Student Driving Contract. All drivers are supervised by their principal and the headmaster. If your student has driving privileges and they drive other students, all students involved in that carpool must have written permission from their parents. For carpool purposes this is a one-time note unless arrangements change. If you are contemplating a student carpool, please discuss it with the Upper School principal.

Late Bus - If your student participates in sports after school they may be able to utilize the Late Bus. Check with William Turner (wturner@millsprings.org) to find out route and time.

Lunches - Chick-fil-A Day is sponsored by our PVA every Monday. A catered lunch menu is provided for lunch options Tuesday through Friday. The student should be responsible for making their own lunches. Any student who forgets their lunch can eat whatever friends wish to share. Please do not to bring your student’s lunch to school.

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School Policies - Con’t Emergency School Closing - In case severe winter weather forces us to close the school, such notices will be given on the school voice mail system, from Facebook, RenWeb ParentsWeb or Twitter, via your homeroom advisor and on the following radio/TV stations: Star 94 FM (WQXI 94.1) 95.5 FM 97.1 FM 98.5 FM 104.1 FM

WSB Channel 2 WXIA-TV Channel 11 Alive Fox 5 Atlanta WGST 640 AM WSB 750 AM

If for some reason there is a delayed opening of school, the bus service will be delayed the same amount of time.

Friday Reports - Friday Reports are comprised of the student’s grade as of Friday afternoon and a personalized comment from the teacher for each class. The reports are e-mailed each Friday afternoon and are also available on RenWeb under Student Information/Report Card. The reports remain online until the following Wednesday morning, and then are archived on the school network. For past reports, please contact Paul Barkley at pbarkley@millsprings.org.

Medication - During the school day, all medications (over-the-counter and prescribed) will be administered by the school nurse or a member of the school staff. All medication must be delivered in a pharmacy or manufacturer’s labeled container. The prescription bottle must bear the original pharmacy label showing the prescription number, medication name, date filled, physician’s name, child’s name and directions for administration. All medication should be given to the school nurse by the parent. In order for the school nurse to dispense ANY prescribed medication to your student you must have an Authorization for Prescription Medication form on file.

You must turn in the Emergency Treatment Release Form before your student may start school, regardless of whether the student needs medication at school, at home, or at all. This form is necessary before any student is allowed to go off campus for ANY activity, or for the school nurse to provide ANY treatment to a student. As required by state law, the Immunization Record on the state approved form must also be on file before a student may begin our program.

Refunds - The school has many expenses of a continuing nature, such as faculty salaries and plant maintenance. In order to plan and maintain these services over the entire year, it is essential that the annual income from fees be ensured. For this reason it is understood that students are enrolled for the entire year. Therefore, no reduction or remission of fees can be allowed by the school for absence or withdrawal. Obligation to pay the fees for the academic year is unconditional and no portion of fees paid or outstanding will be refunded or cancelled.

Exceptions to the above policy are as follows: • In the case of a transfer or move from the metro area, provided written notice is received prior to August 1 of the school term, payment made after the initial deposit for enrollment will be refunded.

• In the case of dismissal of a student by Mill Springs Academy fees will be prorated as follows: 1. If a student is dismissed during the first quarter, 50% of the total tuition will be refunded.

2. If a student is dismissed during the second quarter, 25% of the total tuition will be refunded.

3. If a student is dismissed during the third quarter, there will be no refund.

• Grades/credits will not be given nor permanent records released until the student’s bills with the Business Office have been settled.

• No student will be considered as an applicant for graduation until all his indebtedness to the school has been settled with the Business Office.

• Failure to adhere to the payment schedule will result in dismissal of the student and initiation of collection for any unpaid fees, the parents and/or guardian shall pay an additional amount equal to fifteen (15%) percent of the total unpaid fees as attorney fees. Past due accounts accrue at an interest rate of 1% per month.

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School Policies - Con’t Financial Aid - The application deadline for financial aid is the first business day after Tax Day (on or around April 15) prior to the fall term for which you are applying. Applications may be obtained from the Admissions Director or off the MSA website. All returned applications are considered by the Financial Aid Committee, which is a standing Board Committee.

Teacher Work Days - Please note these special days on the school calendar and make any necessary arrangements.

Level S and 1-1 Supervision - At any time, a student may require maximum, short-term supervision and support. This may happen because of a levels issue, or recommended at any time by the principal and headmaster, for academic reasons or by student request. The cost is $70.00 per day to arrange for 1:1 supervision. The cost is at the student and/ or parent’s expense. Level S students who successfully complete 1:1 within the 5-day period return to their communities on Level C. A student who is unsuccessful in a 1:1 supervision experience may need a more structured environment and may be asked to leave the program.

Honor Roll Criteria (M/PU/CA/U) Gold Mustang - a student who obtains all A’s in a semester is a Gold Mustang.

Silver Mustang - a student who obtains all A’s and B’s, must have at least one “A” in a core class, is a Silver Mustang.

Personal Grooming and Dress - We expect students’ dress and grooming to promote positive student morale, school spirit and be demonstrative of the high personal standards we expect from our students. We all must learn to dress appropriately for whatever the occasion, as part of our social development. We want our students to learn to use good judgment in matters of dress and grooming. Our school uniform should be worn for all school functions including Honors Day and Founder’s Day (unless otherwise advised).

Conferences - Conferences are routinely scheduled on a semester basis and when requested by a parent, student, principal or the headmaster. Please don’t hesitate to call your student’s principal if you feel a conference is needed. We welcome the opportunity to resolve problems as they arise.

Release Forms - Release forms for all the professionals involved with your student must be signed before they may begin our program.

General Policy - The PreUpper, Communication Arts, and Upper School students all receive and sign the General Policy with their parents/guardians. The health and well-being of our students is important to their success and academic, social and character development. An example of this policy can be found on page 15.

Technology Honor Policy - This policy is signed by all members of MSA’s community - students (grades 4-12), faculty, administration and parents. It indicates the accepted use of computers both in and away from school. Violation of this policy is considered an issue of trust and will be handled by the students’ Honor Council and the headmaster. An example of this policy can be found on page 16.

ADDITIONAL POLICY INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND IN YOUR STUDENT’S COMMUNITY STRUCTURE.

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PreUpper, Communication Arts and Upper School Students Policy must be signed by Student and Parent/Guardian The PreUpper, Communication Arts and Upper Schools wish to promote each student’s academic, social and character development.

We encourage the maintenance of a healthy life style and a sense of responsibility. By enrolling students in the PreUpper, Communication Arts and Upper Schools, parents accept these goals and understand that every effort will be made to coordinate growth and maturity of the student.

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Definition: alcohol, street drugs and prescription drugs not prescribed to that student, prescription drugs that are prescribed for the student, but not handled according to the Student Handbook Policy on Medication, and over the counter drugs/products known to be abused by young people.

We do not condone the use of illegal substances by our students. To make our position very clear to our young people and their families, we have defined the following policy which must be signed by the parents or guardian and their student before their student may begin classes.

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a) Search: We reserve the right to search a student, his/her belongings, computer and e-mail, and/or his/her vehicle where applicable should a student exhibit behavior that leads a staff member, principal or Headmaster to suspect that the student has used an illegal substance or is in possession of an illegal substance. b) Drug Screen: We reserve the right for the school nurse to collect a urine specimen for a drug screen at the parents’ expense should a staff member, principal or Headmaster feel that the student is exhibiting behaviors that indicate he/she may have used an illegal substance or admission of illegal substance usage will result in an automatic drop to Level S and the student will be placed on probation. A parent conference is required where options of expulsion, random screens, evaluation and optional placement in a treatment program may be discussed. Each case will be dealt with individually by the Headmaster and the Principal. c) Possession of Illegal Substances (see definition above): The Fulton County Police Department will be called. Parents will be notified as soon as possible.

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a) A student may require 1:1 Supervision when the staff feels this is necessary. 1:1 Supervision is an additional expense for the parent or their student. Students and parents are advised in writing when a student earns Level S. The second time the student earns Level S, that student will be considered on probation as a MSA student and parents will receive written notification and a conference with the Headmaster. 1:1 Supervision may occur when a student earns Level S for the third time or the student may be asked to leave MSA.

My parent(s) and I have read and understand the above stated policies. We agree to abide by these policies and those in the Mill Springs Academy Handbook in accordance with the Headmaster and Staff at Mill Springs Academy.

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Technology Honor Policy

4th – 12th Grade Students Policy must be signed by student and parent or guardian

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The student, faculty, administration and parents of Mill Springs Academy agree to abide by the following Technology Honor Policy, which sets forth the accepted use of computers both in and away from school. The student deserves to be given flexibility and respect in using computer technology as a learning tool. However, flexibility should not allow the use of technology to infringe on others’ privacy, nor allow access to inappropriate information.

VIOLATIONS OF THE MSA TECHNOLOGY HONOR POLICY ARE A SERIOUS BREACH OF TRUST AND MAY BE HANDLED BY THE STUDENTS’ HONOR COUNCIL, THE PRINCIPAL OR THE COMMUNITY. 1. Security a) I agree to provide any passwords I have set to protect files on my computer to appropriate MSA Staff if requested. b) I will make no attempt to access secure school information. c) I will not download or install additional antivirus or security software without approval from the Technology Department. d) I take responsibility for securing and maintaining my laptop computer.

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2. Use of the MSA Network a) I will use the internet at MSA only for school-related research and approved surfing. b) I will not try to circumvent the school firewall and content filtering system or use internet proxy sites and proxy software. c) I will not seek, use, download or store inappropriate information (pornographic, vulgar, gambling, militant/extremist, etc.) on my laptop or any other electronic storage medium. d) I will not download non-school related music or video files through the school network. This includes using peer-to-peer networking software such as FrostWire or any torrent medium such as Vuze or Bittorrent on the MSA Network. e) I will not use electronic media devices (e.g. iPod, iTouch, iPad) while in school unless approved by a teacher. f) I will not use IM (electronic communication) or electronic social networks (Facebook, etc.) during class hours without my teacher’s or principal’s permission. g) I understand information, including images, found on the internet is generally copyright protected and I will make every effort to correctly attribute anything I use for school papers and projects from the internet. h) I will only play educational games on my laptop or over the internet while at school with my teacher’s or principal’s permission.

3. E-mail a) I will use email in a manner consistent with the MSA Level’s System and the three C’s: Courteous, Considerate, & Cooperative b) I will make no attempt to read or forward anyone else’s email without their permission. c) I understand my MSA email account is to be used only for school-related communication.

4. Social Media a) I will never give out information electronically that could identify either myself or the school. b) I will not attempt to gain or use the credentials of any other student’s internet-based accounts on sites such as Facebook, Skype, Flickr, Ning, Pinterest, Twitter, Xanga, or any other Social Media website.

As a student enrolled at Mill Springs Academy, I agree to abide by the above Technology Honor Policy.

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As a parent, I agree to support my child in complying with the Technology Honor Policy.

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Uniform Requirements 2013-2014 We expect students to dress in a way that promotes positive student morale, school spirit and is demonstrative of the high personal standards we expect from our students. We all must learn to dress appropriately for whatever the occasion, as part of our social development. We want our students to learn to use good judgment in matters of dress. School is considered a student’s primary occupation or work; therefore, torn clothing, extreme attire or hairstyles, short skirts and sloppy clothing are considered inappropriate for work or school. Clothing should also fit the student. Large shirts, short skirts and baggy pants are not allowed. The uniform or dress code also applies to all school functions unless otherwise specified. This policy is one we think is in keeping with our high expectations of conduct and quality performance. In order to be a positive member of the Community, one must look positive as well as exhibit positive behavior.

The principal of each school will have the final say on any questions of dress and we expect parents and students to heed the advice of their respective principals. If a student does not dress appropriately, parents will be expected to bring a change of clothes to the school. Repeated refusal to follow the uniform policy is a Levels issue.

UNIFORMS MUST BE PURCHASED AT BUCKHEAD UNIFORM SHOP OR WWW.UNIFORM-SOURCE.COM Uniforms should be the correct size. No oversize uniforms. Slacks should be appropriately hemmed and fitted.

Skirts, jumpers or skort hem bottoms must be no shorter than top of the knee.

Girls (Lower School) Jumper/Dress

Blouses Shirts Undershirt Shorts Slacks Skort Sweater/Vest Sweatshirts Jackets Belts Socks/Tights Shoes Hair Accessories

Plaid jumper (style #194-color #80) or Khaki jumper (style #172) Navy or Hunter Green Short Sleeve Knit Shirt Dress with school logo (style #K380B) with school logo (bottom of hem no shorter than top of knee) White or blue, short or long-sleeve, Peter Pan blouse (under jumper); white Princess overblouse; white or navy short sleeve Jersey overblouse with MSA logo White or navy, short or long-sleeve knit overblouse; White or hunter green turtleneck; White, navy, hunter green short or long-sleeve knit shirt or Fashion Fit polo w/MSA logo Short sleeve, solid white only Navy or khaki, poly/cotton shorts, pleated or Fashion Fit with MSA letters (bottom of hem no shorter than top of knee) Navy or khaki, poly/cotton, pleated/Fashion Fit slacks Navy or khaki, poly/cotton, wrap (style #907) with MSA logo (bottom of hem no shorter than top of knee) Hunter green or navy, crew or v-neck, cardigan or pullover, with embroidered school name Hunter green or navy, crew or hooded pullover sweatshirt with MSA logo Hunter green nylon (Ripstop or Navigator) with embroidered school monogram Hunter green or navy, full or 1/2 zip fleece with embroidered school monogram Navy or khaki stretch belt; Brown or black leather or braided belt Solid hunter green, navy or white socks or tights (tights may have subtle pattern) Tennis shoes, docksiders, loafers, oxfords, Saddle Keds in navy/white are all appropriate Open-toed sandals, flip-flop type footwear and boots are NOT acceptable.

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Girls (Middle, PreUpper, Communication Arts and Upper Schools) Jumpers Blouses/Shirts

Undershirt Skirts Skort Shorts Slacks Sweaters/Vest Sweatshirts Jackets Belts Socks/Tights Shoes Hair Accessories

Plaid jumper (style #194-color #80) bottom of hem no shorter than top of knee White or blue, short or long-sleeve Oxford Cloth blouse; White 3/4 Sleeve Princess Overblouse; White, navy, hunter green short or long-sleeve knit shirt or Fashion Fit polo with MSA logo; White or navy, short or long-sleeve knit overblouse with MSA logo; White or hunter green turtleneck Short sleeve, solid white only Plaid skirt (style #134-color #80); Khaki or navy skirt (style #143) (bottom of hem no shorter than top of knee) Navy or khaki, poly/cotton, wrap (style #907) with MSA logo (bottom of hem no shorter than top of knee) Navy or khaki, poly/cotton shorts, pleated or Fashion Fit with MSA logo (bottom of hem no shorter than top of knee) Navy or khaki, poly/cotton, pleated/Fashion Fit slacks with MSA logo Hunter green or navy, crew or v-neck, cardigan or pullover with embroidered school monogram Hunter green or navy, crew or hooded pullover sweatshirt with MSA logo Hunter green nylon (Ripstop or Navigator) with embroidered school monogram Hunter green or navy, full or 1/2 zip fleece with embroidered school monogram Navy or khaki stretch belt; Brown or black leather or braided belt Hunter green, navy or white socks or tights (tights may have subtle pattern) Tennis shoes, docksiders, loafers, or oxfords are all appropriate Open-toed sandals, flip-flop type footwear and boots are NOT acceptable.

Plaid (#80) Headband, Scrunchie or Bow on Barrette (optional)

Boys (Lower School) Shirts Undershirt Shorts Slacks Sweater/Vest Sweatshirts Jackets Belts Socks Shoes

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White or blue, short or long-sleeve Oxford Cloth shirt; White or hunter green turtleneck White, navy or hunter green, short or long-sleeve knit shirt with MSA logo Short sleeve, solid white only Navy or khaki, pleated or flat front, poly/cotton shorts with MSA letters Navy or khaki, pleated or flat front, poly/cotton slacks with MSA letters Hunter green or navy, crew or v-neck, cardigan or pullover, with embroidered school name Hunter green or navy, crew or hooded pullover sweatshirt with MSA logo Hunter green nylon (Ripstop or Navigator) with embroidered school monogram Hunter green or navy, full or 1/2 zip fleece with embroidered school monogram Navy or khaki stretch belt; Brown or black leather or braided belt Hunter green, navy or white, knee or crew socks Tennis shoes, docksiders, loafers, or oxfords are all appropriate Open-toed sandals, flip-flop type footwear and boots are NOT acceptable.

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Boys (Middle, PreUpper, Communication Arts and Upper Schools) Shirts Undershirt Shorts Slacks Sweater/Vest Sweatshirts Jackets Belts Socks Shoes

White or blue, short or long-sleeve Oxford Cloth shirt; White or hunter green turtleneck White, navy or hunter green, short or long-sleeve knit shirt with MSA logo Short sleeve, solid white only Navy or khaki, pleated or flat front, poly/cotton shorts with MSA logo Navy or khaki, pleated or flat front, poly/cotton slacks with MSA logo Hunter green or navy, crew or v-neck, cardigan or pullover, with embroidered school monogram Hunter green or navy, crew or hooded pullover sweatshirt with MSA logo Hunter green nylon (Ripstop or Navigator) with embroidered school monogram Hunter green or navy, full or 1/2 zip fleece with embroidered school monogram Navy or khaki stretch belt; Brown or black leather or braided belt Hunter green, navy or white, knee or crew socks Tennis shoes, docksiders, loafers, or oxfords are all appropriate Open-toed sandals, flip-flop type footwear and boots are NOT acceptable.

Booster Club or Fine Arts hooded sweatshirt is also acceptable as a uniform item for all Schools and all students (these are purchased through the Booster Club or Fine Arts department).

PE uniforms are optional for both boys and girls - White t-shirt with MSA logo, hunter green mesh or knit shorts with MSA logo.

Coats, gloves, headgear - Coats and gloves are to be worn outside in items of inclement weather. Hats may be worn outside the buildings only. Bandanas are not permitted.

Jewelry - Jewelry should be modest and in good taste. Students who participate in sports should not wear jewelry (i.e.: expensive gold chains) on practice/game days. Girls may wear matching earrings of a reasonable size; not more than two pairs. Boys may not wear earrings. Other body piercings are not allowed.

Hairstyle and facial hair - Clean, neatly trimmed and modestly styled. Boy’s hair should not exceed collar length or cover the eyes. Extreme hairstyles and coloring are not appropriate for school.

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ParentsWeb Information RenWeb School Management Software is our school management system. ParentsWeb is how you and your student access the school management system.

ParentsWeb - a private and secure portal that will allow parents and students to view academic information specific to their family, while protecting their children’s information from others. You can see grades, attendance and homework, as well as other useful school information. All you need is an Internet-capable computer.

Here’s how to access our easy-to-use RenWeb ParentsWeb: • Go to the Mill Springs Academy website at www.millsprings.org • Click on the “Parents” tab at the top of the screen • Click on the RenWeb logo. You will be taken to the login site.

• Log in as follows: 1. If you have not logged in to RenWeb before, click the “First Time Users” tab. If you have, skip to Step 4.

2. Enter the e-mail address you provided to the school as your contact e-mail.

3. Click the “Create New ParentsWeb Account” link. You will receive an e-mail containing your password within 3 minutes to the e-mail address you entered and previously provided the school as your contact e-mail.

4. Click the “Parents” tab.

5. Enter your password (if new to RenWeb, it was assigned in the e-mail you received) 6. Click the “Parent Login” button.

Students will log in the same way, but will use their school issued e-mail address.

Directory - With the implementation of RenWeb, you can obtain directory information directly out of the ParentsWeb portal.

Within ParentsWeb select “School Information” from the menu on the left hand side of the screen. Next select “Directory” from the list. You will see the list of students populate in the large window on the right. Now you are able to: • Sort - click on the gray headers • Search - using the Search Bar above the large window of names • View - click on any student and their details appear in the bottom half of the window, including a picture if we have one.

If you click on the “Staff” tab, you will find contact information for staff and faculty and they can be searched, sorted, and viewed in the same way.

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Mill Springs Academy Learner Profile Mission Mill Springs Academy is a values-based educational community dedicated to the academic, physical and social growth of those students who have not realized their full potential in traditional classroom settings.

Core Values - “The Three C’s” Courteous We value relationships that are based on attentive communication. We expect that all members of the community practice open, honest communication and do so in a mannerly and supportive way.

Considerate We value relationships that are based on showing others respect and dignity. We aspire that all students, teachers and parents are aware and considerate of one another’s differences. Through words, actions and expectations, the community acknowledges and accepts all members.

Cooperative We value a community that is collaborative and responsive to the needs of its members and of the larger world. The collective group of students, teachers and parents respond/react to individuals and groups with a shared interest in determining the best course of action to meet academic, social, emotional and/or physical needs.

Learner Goals Mill Springs Academy learners strive to be: • Complex and creative thinkers, who explore their own curiosity and use creativity in all forms of expression.

Thinkers who can listen, reason, reflect, make decisions, innovate and solve problems, organizing, supporting and defending their solutions.

• Independent, self-directed learners, who can advocate for themselves, set and prioritize goals, monitor and evaluate progress, use information resources and emerging technologies and adapt to change by developing strategies that deal with the unexpected.

• Effective and creative communicators who use a variety of skills and methods to express concepts and ideas.

• Informed and responsible citizens who can contribute to their community, their country and their world.

• Collaborative workers who can demonstrate cooperation and leadership within groups to accomplish a common goal.

• Quality producers whose work reflects high standards, originality and unique abilities.

• Community members who are responsible, positive and productive members of their communities. Our Community Structure exists to help our students discover their strengths and challenges, support academic achievement and promote independence, personal responsibility and community involvement.

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July 2013

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TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

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3

8

9

10

No Summer Programs this week

7

Summer School Program II Begins

8:30-10:00a - Used Uniform Store Open

Wrestling Camp Begins

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Co-Ed Tennis Camp Begins 3:00-4:30p - Used Uniform Store Open

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Volleyball Camp Begins

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FRIDAY

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SATURDAY

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13

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Independence Day

SCHOOL CLOSED

11

Wrestling Camp Ends

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Co-Ed Tennis Camp Ends

Legend

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Mark Trail Camp Ends Summer School Program II Ends

WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

Volleyball Camp Ends

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August 2013 SUNDAY

MONDAY

4

TUESDAY

5

6

WEDNESDAY

7

9:00a - New Faculty Training - Board Room 3:00-4:30p - Used Uniform Store Open

Principal Planning

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12

13

12:00-3:00p - PVA Pool Party 12:30p - Senior Leadership @ White Columns Lunch - U Grt Room

Teacher In-Service

14 First Day of School

Teacher In-Service

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20

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

Fall PM Program Begins

7:00p - Performing Arts Meeting (M/PU/CA/U)

7:00p - Board Meeting

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27

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Lower School Portraits

Middle School Portraits

PreUpper School Portraits

Chick-fil-A Day

One Act Play Auditions

One Act Play Auditions

Booster Biscuit Breakfast 6:00p - PVA Meeting - Parks Residence 24

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FRIDAY

August 2013

SATURDAY

2

NOTES

3

Co-Ed Strength & Conditioning Camp Ends

8

9

10

8:00a-Noon - Used Uniform Store Open 9:00a - New Student/Parent Orientation/Tech Day

Teacher In-Service

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17

Legend

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WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

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CommArts School Portraits

Upper School Portraits

One Act Play Auditions 6:00p - PVA Meeting - SAC 6:30p - Parent Workshop: Cybersafety for Parents - SAC

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Krispy Kreme Breakfast Booster Pizza Day

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September 2013 SUNDAY

MONDAY

1

2

TUESDAY

3 Labor Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

WEDNESDAY

4 7:00-8:30p Parent Curriculum Night - L/M Rosh Hashanah begins at Sundown

SCHOOL CLOSED

8

9 Chick-fil-A Day

10

11

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

9:00a - Public Open House - SAC

Fall Sports Portraits

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18

Chukkar Farms Polo Match - Chick-fil-A Day PVA Fundraiser 7:00p - Board Meeting

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

7:00-8:30p - Parent Workshop: HOPE Scholarship & GSFC - U Grt Rm

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23

24

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

8:30a-3:00p - World Language Teacher Collaboration

6:00p - PVA Meeting - Parks Residence

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FRIDAY

September 2013

SATURDAY

6

NOTES

7

Rosh Hashanah ends at Sundown

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13

14

Fall Sports Portrait Retakes

11:00a Fine Arts National Anthem Day

Yom Kippur ends at Sundown

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21

3:30-5:00p Mustang Mania

8:00a - ACT Testing

8:30a-3:00p - Math Teacher Collaboration Yom Kippur begins at Sundown

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Legend

26 School Portrait Retakes

27 8:30a-12:30p - Mini Day at MSA - PU/CA/U

28 9:00a - MSA Beautification Day

L - Lower School M - Middle School PU - PreUpper School CA - Communication Arts U - Upper School WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

1

WEDNESDAY

2

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

6

7

8

Chick-fil-A Day Group Portraits

Booster Biscuit Breakfast Group and Sports Portraits

9 9:00a - Public Open House - SAC

AAC Cross Country Tournament @ MSA 7:00-8:30p Parent Workshop: How Do I Pay for College - U GR

13

14

15 Columbus Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

16 8:30a-3:00p - Social Studies Teacher Collaboration AAC Soccer Tournament @ Brandon Hall

SCHOOL CLOSED

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21

22

Chick-fil-A Day

23

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

Teen Driver’s Day - U Chattanooga Trip Leaves - CA MarineLab Trip Leaves - PU 7:00p - Board Meeting

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29

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

Red Ribbon Day - U

8:30a-3:00p - Language Arts Teacher Collaboration 6:00p - PVA Meeting - Parks Residence

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FRIDAY

SATURDAY

4

8:30a-3:00p - Science Teacher Collaboration

October 2013 NOTES

5

Early Dismissal

12:15p L/M Carpool 12:30p PU/CA/U Carpool 12:45p Bus Departs

1:30p - Teacher Work Day

10

11

NO CLASSES - PU Only Student Conferences

17

12

NO CLASSES - PU/CA/U Student Conferences

AAC Volleyball Tournament @ Howard School

18 NO CLASSES - L/M Parent Conferences

19 Founder’s Day

NO CLASSES - L/M/CA/U Student Conferences AAC Soccer Tournament @ Brandon Hall

10:00a - Family Fun Run 11:30a - 1:00p Family Picnic

Legend

1:30p - One Act Play

24 7:00p - Fathers’ Night with Robert - SAC

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L - Lower School M - Middle School PU - PreUpper School CA - Communication Arts U - Upper School

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Krispy Kreme Breakfast Booster Pizza Day

WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

Chattanooga Trip Returns Marine Lab Trip Returns

31 Halloween Party - All Schools Fall PM Program Last Day 5:00p - Halloween Fun Run

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November 2013 SUNDAY

MONDAY

3

TUESDAY

4

Daylight Saving Time ends Set clock back one hour

5 GISA Annual Meeting Teacher Work Day

WEDNESDAY

6

Booster Biscuit Breakfast Winter PM Program Begins

NO CLASSES

10

11

12

13

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

9:00a - Public Open House - SAC

Veterans Day

17

18

3:30p - Spring Musical Auditions - SAC

19

Fall Book Fair Week

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

7:00p - Board Meeting

Thanksgiving Feast M/PU/CA/U

20 6:00p - Spring Musical Cast & Parent Dinner Meeting SAC

6:00p - PVA Meeting - Parks Residence

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26

27 Hanukkah Begins at Sundown

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SATURDAY

1

NOTES

2

Canned Food Drive Begins

8:00a - SAT Testing

10:30a-12:00p College Day - SAC

7

8

9

14

15

16

3:30p - Spring Musical Auditions - SAC

Krispy Kreme Breakfast

8:30a-Noon Fine Arts Teacher Collaboration 12:30-3:00p Phys Ed Teacher Collaboration

Booster Pizza Day

Legend

21

22

L - Lower School M - Middle School PU - PreUpper School CA - Communication Arts U - Upper School

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9:00-10:00a Student 9:00a - Grandparents’ Day Workshop: Life After the 8th - SAC Grade - U Grt Rm Early Dismissal 12:15p L/M Carpool Thanksgiving Feast - L

WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

12:30p PU/CA/U Carpool 12:45p Bus Departs

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Thanksgiving Day

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MONDAY

1

TUESDAY

2

In case of inclement weather, please check your local TV station.

See Handbook for listings.

3

Canned Food Drive Ends

4

PVA Holiday Market

PVA Holiday Market

8

9

15

PVA Holiday Market CommArts Festival - Ireland U Grt Rm

10

Chick-fil-A Day

WEDNESDAY

11

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

16

17

18

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

3rd Period Exam (10:30a Dismissal) PU/CA/U

4th Period Exam (10:30a Dismissal) PU/CA/U

5th Period Exam (10:30a Dismissal) PU/CA/U 8:30-10:30a Rising 9th Grade Parent Breakfast - U Grt Rm 11:30-1:30 Faculty Luncheon

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24

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Christmas Day

Winter Holiday - SCHOOL CLOSED

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31 New Year’s Eve

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5

FRIDAY

December 2013

SATURDAY

6

NOTES

7

Hanukkah Ends at Sundown Krispy Kreme Breakfast

8:00a - SAT Testing

Booster Pizza Day 7:00p - Fine Arts Showcase M/PU/CA/U

12

13

14

1st Period Exam (10:30a Dismissal) PU/CA/U

2nd Period Exam (Regular 3:15p Dismissal) PU/CA/U

8:00a - ACT Testing

10:30a-12:30p Band Rehearsal

Volunteer Service Hours Due M/PU/CA/U 1:45p - Student Audience for Holiday Concert 7:00p - Holiday Concert

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6th Period Exam (10:30a Dismissal) PU/CA/U

Early Dismissal

21

12:15p L/M Carpool 12:30p PU/CA/U Carpool 12:45p Bus Departs

12:45 - 3:30p Parents Shopping Day Out - PU GR

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27

Legend

L - Lower School M - Middle School PU - PreUpper School CA - Communication Arts U - Upper School

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WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

Winter Holiday - SCHOOL CLOSED

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January 2014 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

1 New Year’s Day

In case of inclement weather, please check your local TV station.

See Handbook for listings.

SCHOOL CLOSED

5

6

7

AZ Ranch Trip Departs - CA

Classes Resume - L/M

Spain Trip Departs - U

Chick-fil-A Day (L/M only)

8

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

WLP Begins - PU/CA/U

12

13

14

15

Chick-fil-A Day (L/M only)

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

7:00p - Jr. Theater Festival Performance

7:00p - Board Meeting

19

20

Junior Theater Festival

21

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

Classes Resume - PU/CA/U Booster Biscuit Breakfast

22 9:00a - Public Open House - SAC

SCHOOL CLOSED

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28

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast Sport Portrait Retakes 6:00p - PVA Meeting - Parks Residence

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2

FRIDAY

3

January 2014

SATURDAY

NOTES

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Winter Holiday - SCHOOL CLOSED

9

10

11 Spain Trip Returns - U

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17

18

8:00a - Donuts for Dads L/M

AZ ranch Trip Returns - CA

WLP Ends - PU/CA/U

Junior Theater Festival

Legend

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9:00a - Late Enrollment New 8:00a - SAT Testing Parent Orientation

WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

Winter Sports Portraits

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7:00-8:30p Parent Krispy Kreme Breakfast Workshop: College Admissions Panel Discussion Booster Pizza Day - U Grt Rm

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

In case of inclement weather, please check your local TV station.

See Handbook for listings.

2

3 Groundhog Day

4

5

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

Achievement Testing PU/CA/U

Achievement Testing PU/CA/U

Valentine’s Day Flower Sale Begins

12:10-3:05p Math Teacher Collaboration

10

11

12

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

9:00a - Public Open House - SAC

9

NO CLASSES - L/M Parent Conferences

Transition Day - Rising 5th Grade Students Achievement Testing PU/CA/U

AAC Basketball Tournament @ Cottage School

AAC Basketball Tournament @ Cottage School

7:00p - Board Meeting

Valentine’s Day Flower Sale Ends

16

17

18 President’s Day

2013-2014 Re-Enrollment Contracts Due

19 12:10p - New Teacher Luncheon

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

SCHOOL CLOSED

23

Spring PM Program Begins

24

25

26

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

12:10-3:05p World Language Teacher Collaboration

6:00p - PVA Meeting - Parks Residence

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7

8 NO CLASSES - L/M Parent Conferences

Transition Day Rising 7 and 9 Grade Students

8:00a - ACT Testing 6:00p - Family Movie Night - SAC

7:00-8:30p Transition Night - Parents of Rising 5, 7, 9 Grade Students

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14

Winter PM Program Last Day

15 Valentine’s Day

Krispy Kreme Breakfast Booster Pizza Day AAC Basketball Tournament @ Cottage School

20

21 NO CLASSES - PU/CA/U Student Conferences

Legend

22 AAC All Star Game @ AASD

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MONDAY

2

3

TUESDAY

4

Read Across America Day Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast Spring Sports Portraits

9

10

Daylight Saving Time Begins Chick-fil-A Day Set clocks forward one hour 7:00p - Board Meeting

16

17 St. Patrick’s Day

5 12:10-3:05p Science Teacher Collaboration 7:00-8:30p Parent/Student Workshop: College Which One is Right for Me? - U Grt Rm

11

12

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

9:00a - Public Open House - SAC

18

Chick-fil-A Day

WEDNESDAY

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

19 Achievement Testing - L/M

Achievement Testing - L/M 6:00p - PVA Meeting - Parks Residence

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24 Chick-fil-A Day “Tee-Off for Technology” TPC Sugarloaf

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Senior Presentations - U Grt Rm 1:15p - Lower School Performance Day Student Audience (M)

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March 2014

SATURDAY

NOTES

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6

7

8

Spring Sports Portrait Retakes

8:00a - Muffins for Moms L/M

13

14

12:10-3:05p Social Studies Teacher Collaboration

15 Pi Day - PU/CA/U

5:30p - PVA Family Dinner - SAC

Legend

20 Achievement Testing - L/M

21

L - Lower School M - Middle School PU - PreUpper School CA - Communication Arts U - Upper School

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Krispy Kreme Breakfast Booster Pizza Day

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WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

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Senior Presentations - U Grt Early Dismissal 12:15p L/M Carpool Rm

12:30p PU/CA/U Carpool 12:45p Bus Departs

Spring Break Begins

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SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

1

WEDNESDAY

2

Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED

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7

8

Classes Resume

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

Chick-fil-A Day

13 Palm Sunday

14

15

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

7:00p - Board Meeting

21 Easter

22

Chick-fil-A Day

9:00a - Public Open House - SAC

16 Teacher Appreciation Day Luncheon - Rising 7th Grade Girls

Passover Begins at Sundown

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9

Booster Biscuit Breakfast AAC Golf Tournament @ Trophy Club of Atlanta

23 AAC Baseball Tournament @ MSA

Passover Ends at Sundown

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1:30p - Spring Musical & Art Chick-fil-A Day Exhibit

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Booster Biscuit Breakfast

Level L Trip - U

6:00p - PVA Meeting - Parks Residence

Chattanooga Trip - CA

THURSDAY

3

FRIDAY

4

April 2014

SATURDAY

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Spring Break - SCHOOL CLOSED

10

11

12 PROM

12:10-3:05p Language Arts Teacher Collaboration

17

18

19 Good Friday

Early Dismissal 12:15p L/M Carpool 12:30p PU/CA/U Carpool 12:45p Bus Departs

24 AAC Tennis Tournament @ Cherokee Tennis Center

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Legend

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Krispy Kreme Breakfast Booster Pizza Day

9:00a - MSA Beautification Day

6:30p - Spring Musical & Art 6:30p - Spring Musical & Art Exhibit Exhibit Arbor Day

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SUNDAY

MONDAY

4

5 8th Grade Week

TUESDAY

6

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

3:30-5:30p Band Rehearsal

10:45a - Student Audience (L/M) Band Concert

WEDNESDAY

7 6:30p - Sports Awards & Reception - SAC

1:45p - Student Audience (PU/CA/U) Band Concert

11 Mother’s Day

12

13

14

Chick-fil-A Day

Booster Biscuit Breakfast

6:30p - AAC Awards & Reception @ Brandon Hall

7:00p - Fine Arts Showcase (M/PU/CA/U)

9:00a - Public Open House - SAC

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19

20

Chick-fil-A Day (L/M Only) 3rd Period Exam (10:30a Dismissal) PU/CA/U 7:00p - Board Meeting

25

26 Memorial Day

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21 5th Period Exam (10:30a Dismissal) PU/CA/U

6:00p - PVA Meeting - Parks Residence

27

28

Teacher Work Day

Teacher Work Day

THURSDAY

1

8 8:30a - Graduation Practice 10:30a - Senior Brunch

FRIDAY

May 2014

SATURDAY

2

NOTES

3

Chattanooga Trip Returns

8:00a - SAT Testing

U Level L Trip Returns

6:00p - 6th Grade Banquet U Grt Rm

9

10 10:00a - Graduation - SAC

Krispy Kreme Breakfast Booster Pizza Day Volunteer Svc Hrs Due M/PU/CA/U M Spring Fling 7:00p - Banquetlaureate

15

16

17

1st Period Exam (10:30a Dismissal) PU/CA/U

M Spring Fling

2nd Period Exam (10:30a Spring PM Program Last Day Dismissal) PU/CA/U

Legend

22 6th Period Exam (10:30a Dismissal) PU/CA/U 10:30a-12:30p - Band Rehearsal

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24 Honors Day

11:00a - Carpool Dismissal 11:15a - Buses Depart

WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

Last Day of School

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Principals’ Retreat

Principals’ Retreat

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SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

1

2

3

4

8

9

10

11

16

17

18

22

23

24

25

29

30

Mark Trail Camp Begins Summer School Program I Begins

15 Father’s Day

No Summer Programs this week

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5

FRIDAY

June 2014

SATURDAY

6

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7 8:00a - SAT Testing

12

13

14 8:00a - ACT Testing Flag Day

19

20

21

Legend

26

27

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28

Summer School Program I Ends

WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

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SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

1

2

8

9

No Summer Programs this week

6

7 Summer School Program II Begins

13

14

15

16

20

21

22

23

27

28

29

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3

FRIDAY

July 2014

SATURDAY

4

5

10

11

12

17

18

19

NOTES

Independence Day

SCHOOL CLOSED

Legend

24

25

L - Lower School M - Middle School PU - PreUpper School CA - Communication Arts U - Upper School

26

Mark Trail Camp Ends Summer School Program II Ends

WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

3

4

5

6

10

11

12

13 First Day of School (tentative)

17

18

19

20

24

25

26

27

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FRIDAY

August 2014

SATURDAY

1

2

7

8

9

14

15

16

NOTES

Legend

21

22

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23

WLP - Winter Learning Pgm SAC - Student Activity Ctr PVA - Parent Volunteer Assc PM - After School Program

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30

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