|
Griffins are Climbing into the Classics this week! Please send in photos of your Veterans as we prepare for the Veterans Day program! October 31st is the deadline to register for AP Exams. How about a nice warm cup of coffee and some great conversation to kick off your Friday? Join Kathryn Locheed, Katy Headmaster, and others for November's monthly Coffee. Check out the ABC Snack Sale, Senior Pie, and more upcoming Coffees below.
Please note: The November School Board Meeting is at the Aristoi Cypress campus in the Performing Arts Center @ 5:30 PM (12332 Perry Road, Houston, 77070).
| |
|
Thanksgiving Break,
November 20th - 24th
| |
Mark your calendars for Aristoi's Annual Griffin Gala on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Red Oak Ballroom in Houston!
The theme of this year’s event is "New Horizons," as we celebrate an exciting new era of expansion in the history of Aristoi Classical Academy.
Questions? Contact Director of Development, Steve Klugewicz.
| |
Coffee with Kathryn Locheed, Katy Headmaster, November 3rd @ 8:15 AM
Join Mrs. Locheed and other parents in conversation @ 8:15 AM - 9:00 AM. We'll meet at the Griffin Cafeteria on the Logic & Rhetoric School campus.
Please RSVP to Ms. Miller and pick up your Visitor's Badge at the Main Office prior to joining us in the Griffin Cafeteria.
| From the District Testing Coordinator | |
Congratulations on taking the PSAT/NMSQT & PSAT 8/9!
Your student's scores are available November 6, 2023.
There are three options for accessing PSAT scores:
- A PDF copy of your PSAT score report will be handed out once the scores are posted.
-
If your student opted into BigFuture School on test day, access your scores through the mobile app.
-
Access your scores online if your student has a College Board account.
| |
October 31st is the deadline to register for AP Exams!
Rhetoric School students (9-12) interested in taking an AP "Exam Only" for a corresponding Aristoi class may do so following the instructions listed in the flyer below.
Some students may qualify for a fee reduction. If you feel this may apply to your situation, please contact Mrs. Tiffany Madison, District Testing Coordinator.
Students enrolled in an AP course should follow registration instructions provided by their AP teacher.
Please click on the graphic below to download the document.
| |
As is Aristoi tradition, we are honoring Veterans during our upcoming Veterans Day Program!
Photo submissions are now being accepted.
The deadline is November 3rd.
If you have any questions, please contact Miss Boroughs.
| |
Military Monday, November 6th, during Rhetoric lunch
The College & Career Department is sponsoring Military Mondays where different divisions of the Armed Forces visit Aristoi and present opportuntities to our upperclassmen.
Please contact Ms. Murphy if you need more information.
| |
Progress Reports Posted, November 9th
Progress Reports are posted on the ASCENDER Parent Portal. Parents need their username and password to access the information.
Contact the Registrar if you have any questions.
| |
School Board Meeting, November 13th, Aristoi Cypress in the PAC @ 5:30 PM (12332 Perry Road, Houston, 77070)
This month's School Board Meeting is held at the Aristoi Cypress campus in the Performing Arts Center.
Please contact Mrs. Lester if you have any questions.
| |
Letterman Jacket Fitting, November 14th @ 2:00 PM in Griffin Center
Please contact Coach Heiliger for details.
| |
Coffee with Dr. Cimpean, Head of Logic & Rhetoric Schools,
November 17th @ 8:15 AM
Please RSVP to Mrs. Chase.
Pick up your Visitor Badge before joining us in Griffin Center.
| | |
|
Come out and cheer on the Griffins tonight!
Let's GO!!! What more could you ask for - volleyball AND football? There are THREE chances to cheer on the Lady Griffins in Volleyball tonight (10/30):
JH Girls @ 5:00 PM
JV Girls @ 6:00 PM
Varsity Girls @ 7:00 PM
ALL games are at Griffin Center!
AND
Varsity Boys Football play for the Regional Semifinals at 5:30 PM (10/30) at Griffin Field!
Let's pack the gym and the field, and cheer on the Griffins!
LET'S GO GRIFFINS!!!!
| Prospective Student Open House, December 2nd | |
It's that time of year when we cordially invite prospective students and families to join us at Aristoi and learn about our culture, classical education, student life, and more.
Please invite your friends, neighbors, and anyone interested in Aristoi and classical education!
Following is the schedule for the entire Aristoi Network:
Prospective Student Open House
Saturday, December 2nd:
- Aristoi Cypress (K-9): 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Aristoi Katy Grammar (K-4): 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Aristoi Katy Logic & Rhetoric (5-12): 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- Aristoi West Houston (K-5): 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (at Aristoi Katy Grammar) AND 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (at Aristoi Katy Logic & Rhetoric)
*Please note that these events start on time.
Please send the link and form below to anyone interested in great classical schools!
| Please check Facebook, the website, the calendar, and your social apps for updates as our Lady Griffins begin their volleyball tournament play Monday night at Griffin Center! | October 31st is almost here! | It's here! Who will you see on campus today? Lucy Pevensie or the White Witch, Pooh Bear, the Three Little Kittens, Dracula, Maleficent, Sherlock Holmes, or Elizabeth Bennet? It's certain to be a terriffic day! | |
Health Screenings now through November
Through November Aristoi students will have health screenings during some PE classes. New Rhetoric School students who have not been screened before will be pulled from other classes as necessary.
Screenings are as follows:
-
New students, regardless of grade, and 5th & 7th grades will have Vision, Hearing, and Acanthosis Nigricans/Diabetes(AN) Screenings.
-
Scoliosis Screenings will be held for 5th and 7th grade female students and 8th grade males students.
Please contact Ms. Sarver if you have any concerns.
| Veterans Day Program, November 9th, 6:30 PM, Griffin Center | |
Mark your calendar for this wonderful event! Aristoi Katy Grammar and Aristoi Katy Logic & Rhetoric are working together to honor our Veterans well.
Please contact Ms. Sorensen if you have any questiions.
| Hamlet @ the Griffin Center, November 15th & 16th | |
Mark your calendars for November 15th and 16th for Aristoi's production of Hamlet, one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies. Aristoi students take the stage at Griffin Center at 6:30 PM.
Ms. Singer has more information.
| Follow Aristoi Classical Academy on Social Media! | |
|
The district-wide Aristoi Spirit Shop is where our community can purchase a variety of school spirit merchandise online all year long! The best part? Items are shipped directly to your house! Easy navigation lets you select your item, choose the item color, and add an Aristoi-approved logo, all with the click of a mouse.
When making purchases, please be sure to follow the guidelines provided on the Aristoi Spirit Shop page.
Friday Spirit Shirts for Scholars are identified here.
| |
Aristoi Booster Club News | |
|
Booster Club Membership
Don't forget to sign up to become a Booster Club Member for the 2023-2024 school year to help make a positive impact for our school! ABC supports the teachers, students, and parents at Aristoi. Join the Booster Club this year and make our campus the best it can be!
| |
2023-2024 Aristoi Classical Academy Ride-Share Information
If you are interested in organzing ride-share arrangements for your family, please use this link to fill out the 2023-2024 Ride-Share Information Google Form. Here you can input your contact information and also view individual responses in an effort to connect to Aristoi families in your area. Once you fill out the form, your information will be collected in a database with other Aristoi families. You will be able to view this information in a spreadsheet, and use it to connect with families in your area to make arrangements directly with those individuals You will receive a link to these results once you fill out the form.
**Please make note that by filling out this form, you are consenting to share your information with others.**
You may also communicate with other ride-share families via the GroupMe Ride-Sharing 2023-2024 communication platform.
| | |
Adopt a Teacher
Adopt an Aristoi Logic and Rhetoric School teacher or staff member and help ABC bless them with appreciation events, breakfasts, lunches, and much more throughout the year! Use this link to bless a teacher today!
| |
ABC's Adventure Dash Fun Run, has been postponed due to pending rain and cold weather. A rescheduled date will be posted when available. | ABC Snack Sale, November 15th, during lunch | Senior Pies, November 17th, during Rhetoric lunch | ABC is graciously providing a little bit of Thanksgiving to the Seniors during lunch! Enjoy! | |
Volunteers are needed to support our Fine Arts Teachers & Staff as we gear up for another exciting year of theatre productions, musicals, and concerts here at Aristoi! We are looking for volunteers to take on a liaison role with our Band, Theatre, and Art Departments!
Any amount of help is greatly appreciated! If you are interested in more information, please contact Shelly Hannon at finearts@aristoiboosterclub.org.
| | | | |