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Dear FA Families,
I am honored to write to my FAmily this morning... honored to have been asked and to be given the public opportunity to wish my grandmother and all FA grandparents a Happy Grandparents Day.
My name is Maddie Baldwin, and I am a junior at Frederica Academy. I spend most of my days engrossed in my schoolwork and most of my downtime playing volleyball, basketball, attending club meetings, and spending time with my family and friends.
My grandmother has made a lasting impact on my life. While we may not always agree on everything, we cheer each other on and are always there for each other. My grandmother may look familiar to many of you, perhaps more familiar than me. You see, she is relied upon to be present at almost all of the FA athletic games on campus; she can always be found cheering and supporting our FA student-athletes while serving as a gate volunteer at our football, volleyball, basketball, soccer, and baseball games throughout the year. My grandmother is Ms. Paula Baker.
While I share a special bond with my grandmother, I know many of you do too. Grandparents, and those we think of as grandparents, help us connect our past to our present, while playing an integral role in our future. They shape our thoughts and feelings and provide a perspective on life not readily seen or heard in today’s modern world. I know that my grandmother is only one of hundreds of FA grandparents who make our school community so special.
Today, I would like to wish my grandmother and all of our FA grandparents a Happy Grandparents Day. I think I can speak for my FAmily when I say that we appreciate all that you have done to shape our lives.
Gratefully,
Maddie Baldwin
Class of 2024
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TODAY
National Grandparents Day
THIS WEEK
Poinsettia + Greenery Sale Launch
FA Parent Association
Monday @ 10:00 AM
Upper School Assembly
Gym
Monday @ 5:00 PM
MS Volleyball @ HOME
vs. Glynn Middle
Tuesday (All Day)
MS + US Assembly Schedule
Click HERE for Schedule
(45-Minute Classes)
Tuesday @ 7:30 AM
US Student Council Meeting
College Counseling Center
Tuesday @ 9:50 AM
First + Last Grade Fall Convocation
School-Wide Assembly
Gym
Tuesday @ 1:05 PM
Senior Resume Workshop
College Counseling Center
Tuesday @ 1:05 PM
FA Racquet Club Meeting
Mr. Riggs' Classroom
Tuesday @ 1:05 PM
Hacky Sack Club Meeting
Mrs. Bradford's Classroom
Tuesday @ 3:30 PM
MS Soccer Interest Meeting
Players Only (Boys + Girls)
Shuman Conference Room
Tuesday @ 5:00 PM
Varsity Volleyball
@ Brunswick High School
Wednesday (All Day)
Upper School Author Visit
Elizabeth Wein
Wednesday @ 1:05 PM
FCA Meeting
Football Bleachers
Wednesday @ 3:30 PM
MS Faculty Meeting
Shuman Conference Room
Wednesday @ 4:00 PM
US Faculty Meeting
Hamilton Hall
Wednesday @ 5:00 PM
Middle School Tennis
vs. Camden Middle School
@ College of Coastal Georgia
Wednesday @ 5:00 PM
Middle School Volleyball
@ Risley
Thursday @ 8:30 AM
Lower School Parent Meet + Greet
Coastal Kitchen River Room
Click HERE to RSVP
Sponsored by: FA Parent Association
Thursday @ 10:00 AM
NHS Meeting
(Current Members)
Mrs. Bradford's Classroom
Thursday @ 5:00 PM
Middle School Cross Country
College of Costal Georgia
Thursday @ 5:00 PM
Varsity Cross Country
Southern Georgia Invitational
Hazelhurst, GA
Thursday @ 5:30 PM
Middle School Football
@ St. Andrew's (Savannah)
Friday @ 8:10 AM
Lower School Morning Meeting
Hamilton Hall
Friday (9:30 AM + 1:30 PM + 4:30 PM)
Varsity Volleyball
Golden Isles Invitational Tournament
Heritage Christian
Friday @ 3:30 PM
Homecoming T-Shirt Order Deadline
Click HERE to Order Online
Friday @ 7:30 PM
Varsity Football
@ John Milledge Academy
Milledgeville
Dismissal @ 12:15 PM
Saturday (Times TBD)
Varsity Volleyball
Golden Isles Invitational Tournament
Heritage Christian
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A Message from the School Counselor | |
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Frederica Academy is joining the hundreds of thousands people in our nation to increase awareness of suicide and educate ourselves on what we can do to help this growing problem. We will be providing age-appropriate information during Middle School and Upper School advisory meetings. In addition, the Upper School Health and Wellness Club will host Worry Free Wednesday on September 21 during Upper School lunch, when we will participate in activities to help raise awareness and support!
With increasing diagnoses of emotional and behavioral disorders—from anxiety and depression to eating disorders, self-harm, and suicidal ideation—we are facing a mental health crisis among adolescents. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is the second leading cause of death among ages 15-25.
We also know that suicide can be prevented. A recent study found that four out of five individuals considering suicide give some sign of their intentions, either verbally or behaviorally. Here are some of the warning signs indicating that a teen is considering suicide:
- Talking or posting on social media about suicide or wanting to die
- Feeling hopeless or trapped
- Increasing use of drugs and/or alcohol
- Changes in weight, appearance, or sleep habits
- Isolating themselves and withdrawing from friends
- Visiting or calling people to say goodbye, and giving away prized possessions
It is important to know that talking about suicide does not increase the risk of suicide. As a matter of fact, research shows that it actually helps decrease the risk. Discussing our feelings and thoughts openly with a safe, caring, and trustworthy person is one of the most helpful things you can do. Reach out to me or another trusted adult if you or someone you know is struggling. You can also call the new National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988. This will connect you with a trained, caring professional who will help you.
Again, please reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I am here for you!
Rachael D. Lee, M.A, LPC
School Counselor (K-12th Grades)
[email protected]
912-638-9981 ext. 746
Additional Resources:
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Poinsettia + Greenery Sale Launch | |
A Day of Remembrance: TODAY | |
MS + US Assembly Schedule: TUESDAY | |
First + Last Grade Convocation: TUESDAY | |
MS Soccer Meeting: TUESDAY @ 3:30 PM | |
US Author Visit: WEDNESDAY | |
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On Wednesday, the Upper School English Department will welcome Elizabeth Wein, author of Code Name Verity and our US summer reading selection. Below, please find the schedule for her presentations, which will take place in the Shuman Conference Room.
- 9th Grade: 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
- 10th and 12th Grades: 10:30 AM -11:10 AM
- 11th Grade: 11:20 AM -12:00 PM
- Creative Writing Workshop: 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM
Click here for more information about the book. Click here for an interview with the author about women pilots during WWII.
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Homecoming T-Shirt Deadline: FRIDAY | |
The theme for the 2022 Homecoming Game is "Blackout," and we hope that everyone (students, parents, and staff) purchases a commemorative t-shirt and wears it to the game. The deadline to order is Friday, September 16. | |
LS Parent Social: THURSDAY @ 8:30 AM | |
US Parent Social: SEPTEMBER 21 | |
MS Parent Social: SEPTEMBER 27 | |
Homecoming: SEPTEMBER 26-30 | |
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All-School Homecoming Week Daily Dress-Up Themes
To promote school unity, students in all three divisions will have the same dress-up themes during Homecoming Week this year.
Monday - Pajama Day
Tuesday - Construction Day (All-School Competition: Best Designed Hardhat)
Wednesday - Island Theme
Thursday - Camo Day
Friday - Spirit Day
School-Wide Homecoming T-Shirt
The theme for the Homecoming Game is "Blackout," and we hope that everyone (students, parents, and staff) purchases a commemorative t-shirt and wears it to the game. The deadline to order is Friday, September 16.
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Homecoming Dance: OCTOBER 1 | |
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Upper School Homecoming Dance
Date: Saturday, October 1, 2022
Location: Frederica Academy’s Gym
Start Time: 8:00 PM (attendees must arrive by 9:00 PM)
End Time: 10:00 PM
Entry Fee: $15
Attire: Semi-formal
Dance Policies:
- All Upper School students are invited to attend
- Students who would like to invite a non-Frederica Academy student to the dance MUST submit a Guest Permission Request Form by Tuesday, September 27, 2022
- Middle school students and individuals over the age of 21 are not permitted to attend
- Attendees and their guests will be billed $15 (each) through the Business Office
- Students will be breathalyzed upon entering the event
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MS Standardized Testing: OCTOBER | |
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Students in Grades 5-7 will take part in the Comprehensive Testing Program (CTP) in mid-October. The CTP consists of a battery of language arts and math assessments. The CTP is produced by the Educational Records Bureau (ERB). Many people affectionately call these tests the ERBs.
The dates of the CTP testing are:
- Wednesday, October 19, 8:15 AM -10:30 AM
- Thursday, October 20, 8:15 AM -10:00 AM
- Monday, October 24, 8:15 AM -11:25 AM
Eighth Grade students at FA will take the PSAT on Wednesday, November 2.
Students will have classes and special meetings following the tests each day. Some of this time will be spent on class trip preparations for Carpe Vitam.
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Flu Vaccine Clinic: OCTOBER 13 | |
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Frederica Academy's annual flu vaccine clinic will take place on Thursday, October 13 between noon and 3:00 p.m. in the Gym. This clinic is open to all FA staff, students, and family members. The flu vaccine forms should be turned in to Nurse Pope by October 6th. Please call Nurse Pope with any questions.
Nikki Pope BS RNC BSN
Frederica Academy School Nurse
912 638 9981 x 492
[email protected]
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Cambridge Assessment: NOVEMBER 2 | |
US Health + Wellness Club Update | |
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The Frederica Academy Health and Wellness Club has started the year off very busy! We have several upcoming projects and events planned including our first Worry Free Wednesday, a Red Cross Blood Drive, the FA flu vaccine clinic, and the start of our 2023 Relay for Life Team!
Several club members attended the planning meeting for the Glynn County Relay for Life to kickstart this year's event. We are excited to have our own FA Knights Relay Team again this year. Please click HERE to visit the FA Knights Relay for Life Team page:
Our first Red Cross Blood Drive is scheduled for October 14 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the Shuman Conference Room. One donation can save up to three lives! Students sixteen years of age or older can donate with parental consent. This blood drive is open to the public. Contact Nurse Pope or Mr. Riggs to sign up.
Katie Eckert
Health and Wellness Club Co-President
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MS Student Council Elections | |
Middle School Student Council elections were held last Thursday. Many students put themselves forward to be a part of the MS Student Council. They each should be commended for their commitment and desire to serve as leaders for their fellow students. The winners of the elections are: | | |
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Libby Certain
Vice-President
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Lauren Dunn
Eighth Grade Rep.
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Olivia Helms
Eighth Grade Rep.
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Clifton Gilbert
Seventh Grade Rep.
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Wells Williams
Seventh Grade Rep.
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Virginia Lavin
Sixth Grade Rep.
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Emma Kate Widener
Sixth Grade Rep.
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Hadley Hart
Fifth Grade Rep.
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Garrett Widener
Fifth Grade Rep.
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Sixth Grade Earth Science | | |
To wrap up Ms. Walker's Sixth Grade Earth Science's weathering and erosion unit, students performed different experiments to identify, observe, and record the effects of erosion and weathering on a coastal landscape and different types of rocks. Students simulated a beach area being affected by wind and water erosion, tested how "acid rain" (vinegar) and water could affect copper statues using pennies, and how both limestone and carbonate rocks react with water and "acid rain". The students really rocked this lesson! | |
Fifth Grade Play Cast List | |
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Class of 2030 Presents
Disney's "Frozen, Jr."
Thursday, January 12, 7:00 PM
Hamilton Hall
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Fourth Grade Play Cast List | |
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Class of 2031 Presents
"Annie, Jr."
Wednesday February 15, 6:00 PM
Hamilton Hall
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Last week, First Grade students read the book “Not Norman” and then painted the goldfish, Norman, in his fishbowl
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Kindergarten students learned about the art of Vincent Van Gogh last week. After a watercolor demo, they painted their own versions of Van Gogh’s Sunflowers. | |
Mason Bucy’s mother, Megan Bucy, and grandparents, Eileen and Bryan Huval, were the Pre-K Mystery Readers last week. They read the book, We Don’t Eat Our Classmates, by Ryan T. Higgins. | |
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September 21
Worry Free Wednesday
September 21 (5:30 - 7:30 PM)
Upper School
FA Parent Association
Parent Social Happy Hour
Bubble Bar at Two Friends
September 23
School-Wide Spirit Day
September 26-30
Homecoming Week
Daily Dress-Up Days
September 27 (6:00 - 8:00 PM)
Middle School
FA Parent Association
Parent Social Happy Hour
Wolf Island Oyster Co.
September 28 @ 1:00 PM
UGA Admission Rep.
College Counseling Center
September 29 @ 8:15 AM
Parent Association Coffee
Shuman Conference Room
September 30
MS + US Pep Rally Schedule
September 30 @ 2:20 PM
Homecoming Pep Rally
September 30 @ 7:30 PM
Homecoming Game vs. Tattnall Square Academy
October 1
SAT Exam at FA
October 1 @ 8:00 PM
Homecoming Dance
October 6 @ 6:00 PM
College Financial Aid Night
October 8
Upper School Debate Tournament
Bolles (JAX)
October 10
No School
FA Fall Break
October 12
PSAT Exams (Grades 10-11)
Noon Dismissal
October 12
Freshman-Senior Leadership Retreat
Epworth
Noon Dismissal
October 13
Senior Class Group Photo
October 13 @ 8:30 AM
Yearbook Retakes
Shuman Conference Room
October 13
FA Faculty + Staff Appreciation Luncheon
Thank you, FA Parent Association!
October 14
MS + US Open Mic Night
Windolf-Johnston Performance Plaza
October 19
World Unity Day
October 20 (Morning)
Fall FA Board of Visitors Meeting
October 21
Parent-Teacher Conference Day
October 22
ACT Exam
October 24-27
MS Carpe Vitam
October 24 (5:00 PM - 6:30 PM)
FA Trunk or Treat
KiX Parking Lot
Sponsored by FA Parent Association
October 25 @ 9:50 AM
National Honor Society Induction
Gym
October 28
Middle School Holiday
October 29
MS + US Debate/Forensics Tournament
Valdosta State
October 31 @ 8:15 AM
LS Story Book Character Parade
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FA Fall Athletic Schedules | |
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2022-2023 FA Master School Calendar | |
Click HERE to access the 2022-2023
At-A-Glance Master Calendar.
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