September 30, 2021 | Issue 7 |
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From the Director of Admissions
and College Guidance, Dr. Felicia Pontoo
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Preparing Mead Hall Students at Every Grade
for Academic Success and College Admission
We are thrilled with your decision to give us the privilege of educating your child/children. In doing so, we promise not only to teach your child/children to think intensively and critically, but we will also be intentional in ensuring that your child will be prepared at every stage of the learning process, from one grade to the next. Attending an independent school like Mead Hall is not only an investment in your child’s future, but it is also a journey of lifelong learning coupled with high academic standards in an environment with dedicated teachers who are passionate about helping your child achieve his/her best, from preschool to 12th grade. This culminates in our graduates being poised for success at post secondary institutions carefully matched to their academic profile.
The members of the Class of 2022 are off and running! Meetings have been held with family members, transcripts have been reviewed, college lists have been created, college visits are taking place and last Friday, students camped out in the Extended Care Building until 9:00pm for our Annual College Application Bootcamp! College acceptances are already rolling in from Charleston Southern University, East Tennessee State University, University of Alabama and the University of Mississippi. This is indeed an exciting time for our seniors!
To help make sense of this process for our other high school students, it’s always beneficial to have a worksheet that allows students to understand which colleges are a good match, which colleges are a good fit and the importance of cost and affordability. Exercising rigor in our college counseling process, individual meetings are conducted with every single student in the Upper School to provide them with tools, instruction and experiences that challenge them academically, intellectually and personally. Our goal is to help students and families successfully navigate the college admissions process and by using SCOIR, a college planning tool, every Upper School student has access to customized college planning.
In recent years, we’ve recommended that students, preferably during their junior year, take both the SAT and the ACT at least once. Usually students prefer one test over the other and/or do better on one test over the other. More than 700 colleges and universities across the US have become test optional schools, which means that other factors will be considered for admissions. A list of those schools can be found at www.fairtest.org. However, many schools are still requiring the SAT or the ACT for merit scholarships therefore students are encouraged to seek guidance before opting out of taking the SAT or the ACT.
Students are encouraged to (safely) visit as many schools as possible. While COVID - 19 has impacted campus visits, various colleges are offering small group tours during the week and on Saturdays. We also engage with college representatives on and off campus by inviting them to speak to students about course offerings, the admissions process, majors, extra-curricular activities, student life and other exciting academic, leadership and service learning programs.
· Presbyterian College: August 18, 2021
· Winthrop University: September 10, 2021
· Mercer University: September 28, 2021
· Oglethorpe University: October 1, 2021
· Furman: October 4, 2021
· University of Alabama: October 5, 2021 (The Foundry at Rae’s Creek,
Augusta, GA)
· University of South Carolina, Columbia: October 6, 2021
· CSRA College Night: November 4, 2021 (Virtual)
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Please enjoy these photos from this fall at Mead Hall, with thanks to our school photographer, Larry Johnson. |
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Homecoming will be for 8th grade – 12th grade on Friday, October 8th, 5:00 – 7:00 pm. We have had to adapt this event. However, upper School students will be each able to invite a student from another school which will need to be confirmed in advance. Details will be provided in an email soon to 8th – 12th grade students and families. The event will feature a volleyball game and a cookout presented by Mrs. Raye. We look forward to an evening of fun and school spirit!
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Mead Hall PTO News and Events
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Fall Festival
October 24th 1pm - 4pm
on the Aiken Prep Field
Trunk or Treat, BBQ from Coach T's, Ono Ice, Games, Pumpkin Patch and More!
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Scholastic Book Fair
October 4th - 10th
The Book Fair will be located in the
APC Gym. We will be open 8:30-4:00
Monday-Friday, and on
Mead Hall Sunday from 10:00 - 12:30.
Volunteers are needed -
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Movie Night
November 12th
Movie Night on the APC field will be
held following the Gold Bars Cook Out
stay tuned for more information...
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Chick-Fil-A Lunch Day
November 19th
Chick-Fil-A Lunch Day will be held at
STC and APC
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We couldn't do it without you! |
Each week, the Panther Club's presenting sponsors will be advertised In The Loop. This week's spotlight is on Augusta DieZel & Augusta Transportation. For all they've done in the past and continue to do for our school, we thank you!
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Support Mead Hall Athletics
by becoming a Panther Club Sponsor -
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Did you know when you go to the grocery store, shop online or enjoy a Coca-Cola product, it’s also an opportunity to give back to your school?
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Here are 6 Easy Steps to Help Support Mead Hall!
Share the steps! Every donation counts!
You can make a difference!
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Experience Feel-Good Shopping
Shop at smile.amazon.com for the same products, same prices, same services, and Amazon will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to your favorite charitable organization, at no cost to you. You can Get Started today.
Thank you for supporting Mead Hall!
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Scan Your Receipt and Earn for Your School
Use the Box Tops app to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add cash to your school's earnings online. From playground equipment to technology to library books, your school can use this money to help teachers and students get the supplies they need. Receipts are redeemable for 14 days plus you can also access special bonus offers. Get Started today, visit the App Store or Google Play !
If you discover a traditional Box Tops clip on a product, you can still clip it and send it to school. Every valid Box Tops clip is still worth 10¢ for your school. Make sure each one you turn in has a clearly visible product acronym and expiration date.
Thank you for supporting Mead Hall!
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Your School Can Benefit by Using Codes from Your Favorite Coca-Cola Products. Any Coca-Cola beverage that has a product code under its cap or printed on its paper packaging is eligible to be used for donation. It’s easy to donate by signing in and choosing your local school. Your donation will result in a quarterly payment to be used to purchase supplies for your school’s interest such as physical education, sports, technology, and/or arts which will be designated by your school. Give more happiness with your purchases from The Coca-Cola Company! Get Started today!
Thank you for supporting Mead Hall!
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Kroger Community Rewards Program Makes Fundraising Easy
Kroger will donate to local organizations based on the shopping you do every day. Once you link your Card to an organization, all you need to do is shop at Kroger and swipe your Shopper’s Card. Any transactions moving forward using the Shopper’s Card number associated with your digital account will be applied to the program, at no added cost to you. Kroger donates annually to participating organizations based on your percentage of spending as it relates to the total spending associated with all participating Kroger Community Rewards organizations. Follow the below steps to Get Started today!
- Create a digital account. A digital account is needed to participate in Kroger Community Rewards. If you already have a digital account, simply link your Shopper’s Card to your account so that all transactions apply toward the organization you choose.
- Link your Card to an organization. Selecting the organization that you wish to support is as simple as updating the Kroger Community Rewards selection on your digital account.
- Sign into your digital account.
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Search for your organization here
- Enter the name or NPO number of the organization you wish to support.
- Select the appropriate organization from the list and click “Save”.
- Your selected organization will also display in the Kroger Community Rewards section of your account. If you need to review or revisit your organization, you can always do so under your Account details.
Note: If you are a customer, make sure you have a preferred store selected to view participating organizations. If you are applying on behalf of an organization, please select a store in the same area as your organization.
Thank you for supporting Mead Hall!
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Participating is Easy!
Sign up with Club Publix or log in to your existing account and every time you shop at Publix, pay with the Publix app or enter your phone number at checkout, we’ll give back to the school of your choice—one of the many perks of being a Club Publix member! Get Started today at Club Publix !
When you log into Club Publix, select Mead Hall under the “My Publix Partner” in the account settings. Then by simply entering your phone number at checkout, eligible purchases* at Publix will help earn money for your school. Your school chooses how to use the money. Whether your school needs computers or microscopes, art supplies or sports equipment, Publix Partners can help make it happen.
*All purchases are eligible with the exception of gift cards, alcohol, lottery items, money services, postage stamps, prescriptions, purchases from Florida stores, purchases from Publix GreenWise Market locations, and purchases for delivery or curbside pickup, both Powered by Instacart.
Thank you for supporting Mead Hall!
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Like Mead Hall, SRP is Committed to Community and Making a Difference.
The SRP High School Affinity Debit Card Program was designed to help provide funding to our local high schools. Every time a purchase is made using one of our High School Debit Cards, SRP donates money to that school. The school can use these funds to purchase books, equipment, materials, fund programs or for other needs. Make sure to get your High School Affinity Debit Card and help raise money for your school with every purchase you make. Join SRP in their efforts to give back to our school by requesting a Mead Hall Debit Card, making a difference could not be easier with SRP.
To Get Your High School Affinity Debit Card, please follow the below steps to become an SRP member or to change your existing SRP card.
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Not an SRP member? Join today! Click the link to Get Started today at SRP Debit. Simply open a checking account and select the school of your choice for your affinity debit card.
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If you are a current SRP member, to switch your current card you can send a Secure Message through SRP Online or call 803-278-4851 or visit your local branch.
Thank you for supporting Mead Hall!
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School Store
School Store Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am to 9:00am
and Afternoons by appointment.
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Rite I Eucharist no music: 7:45 AM
Rite II Eucharist with Contemporary music: 9:00 AM
Rite II Eucharist with Traditional Music, choir and
organ: 11:15 AM
We also live stream the services.
All of our services offer Communion.
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Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 3, 2021 at 4:00PM
Join us in front of the church for the annual pet blessing.
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Notification Process for a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19
Please notify the school if your child or a member of your child's household has a COVID-19 positive test result. If your child is sick and is exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, please keep the child home and contact the school. Please see the link below for further details of what to do in the cases of Covid-19 symptoms or exposure.
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