Monday – B Week, B Day 9:45 Advisory (Darwin’s B-Day Ice Cream)
Tuesday – B Week, A Day 9:45 MMM
Wednesday – B Week, B Day
Thursday – B Week, A Day 9:45 Seminar
Friday – B Week, B Day 9:45 Clubs
Clubs that meet today
vinyl club – Mr. Sears’ Office
Spartan Revies – Writing Center
Astronomy Club – SA103
Puppet town puppeteers will meet in Ms. T’s classroom
French Club is meeting in L106 to learn about Mardi Gras traditions!
Honor Council in W-3
CARE Club – Art Room
OCONEE RIVER CONSERVATION DISTRICT NOW ACCEPTING ENTRIES FOR POSTER CONTEST
Winder, GA, February 15, 2024—The Oconee River Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD), a local agency dedicated to the conservation and stewardship of the area’s natural resources, is now accepting entries for their Poster Contest for students located within the District’s service area. The service area includes Jackson, Barrow, Clarke, and Oconee Counties. Education is a critical element of the conservation effort at the local, state and national levels. Educating young people about the benefits of conservation helps to ensure the next generation will be wise stewards of America’s natural resources.
The annual Poster Contest provides public, private and homeschooled students in Kindergarten thru 5th grades the chance to have their art selected to advance on to the state contest. Prizes will be awarded for the top three winners in each category: K-1, 2-3, 4-5. Each year, the poster topic reflects National Association of Conservation Districts’s annual Stewardship theme and highlights the work of Conservation Districts to protect and enhance natural resources. This year’s theme “May the Forest Be with You, Always” focuses on the importance of our forests. The deadline to enter the contest is April 01, 2024.
The Oconee River Soil and Water Conservation District is a unit of state government that directs natural resource management programs in Jackson, Barrow, Clarke, and Oconee Counties. The Conservation District works with farmers, landowners, and with other units of government to educate and actively promote programs and practices that support the conservation, and use and development of soil, water, and related resources. More information can be found at www.gacd.us/oconeeriver.
Want Girl Scout cookies? Vibha, Yusra, Lucy, and Molly are taking orders for Girl Scout Cookies until February 20th! Email them to order, or for more info! vgowda25@athensacademy.org ; yrahman25@athensacademy.org ; lhollingsworth25@athensacademy.org ; msmith25@athensacademy.org
What would Sensing Do? Season 2
Here it is!!! Click below!
Lit Mag
Black Birthright is the journey of a lifetime for Black American high school students. In traveling to Africa, Scholars learn their hidden history, experience the Continent’s rich culture and develop a stronger sense of self and purpose. During this extraordinary journey, Black Birthright Scholars have a comprehensive experience spanning history, culture, language, food, music, dance, art, entrepreneurship and community.
Applications for our next cohort open on February 1st. There is no application fee and Scholars are only required to pay a $1500 program fee – this includes the cost of their travel to Africa and the educational programming in the school year prior to travel (!!). All other costs are covered by The Tunstall Foundation.
You can see photos and videos of our travel experiences HERE.
You can see photos of our current and alumni Scholars HERE.
You can hear directly from a Black Birthright Scholar about what the program has meant to her personal development, growth and identity formation HERE.
You can learn more about the program requirements, applicant criteria and register for an info session HERE.
“Kartik comes to practice with a great attitude! He has consistent swim times and an unwavering commitment to improvement. His work ethic shines through the strides he’s made in his speed over the season. Anvesha is the only senior on the team this year and is a great role model for positivity on the pool deck! Last week, she helped represent ACAD at the state championship meet as a part of the girls 200 medley relay team. We are wishing Anvesha all the best as she dives into the next chapter of her life!“ –Savana Thompson, Head Coach Varsity Swimming
Basketball Update
The girls and boys varsity teams are competing in the Region 8AA Tournaments and below are the upcoming games.
Progress
“Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable … Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.” MLK
Service & Leadership
Athens Academy Service Information
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Georgia Power is preparing for another exciting year as Corporate Sponsor of the 21st Century Leaders STEM-focused summer leadership institute. 21st Century Leaders EarthCare will be hosted in person as a residential program on the campus of Georgia College & State University in Milledgeville, GA during the week of June 9th-14th, 2024.
Applications due March 1st. Current high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors in the state of Georgia may apply. Please review the attached 2023 EarthCare Evaluation Report.
Learn more and Apply (21stcenturyleaders)
Overview of EarthCare:
When: June 9-14, 2024
What: A week-long residential summer leadership institute with 21st Century Leaders & Georgia Power.
Who: 100 rising sophomores through rising seniors in high school with an interest in STEM and leadership.
Why: Explore careers, connect with peers and professionals, and develop as a LEADER!
How: Students are required to submit an online application and have a teacher or mentor submit a separate recommendation form.
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There is NO cost for students to attend EarthCare
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The deadline for EarthCare applications is March 1, 2024. Applicants will be notified of acceptance by email in early April.
No prior leadership experience (or GPA) is required, just the potential and willingness to grow! In fact, 75% of students reported that attending EarthCare was their first time participating in a program focused on developing leadership skills.
Caroline Marley Feb. 13
Ellis Fiscus Feb. 15
Hank Stephens Feb. 15
Jiya Patel Feb. 16
Sennett Shaver Feb. 17
Lila Nasworthy Feb. 18
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