CURRENT NEWS
VARSITY BASEBALL/SOFTBALL
Varsity Baseball/Softball Coosa Valley Tournament will be tomorrow, February 23 and Saturday, February 25 in Harpersville, AL. AISA moved Friday’s Coosa Valley tournament to Thursday due to the All-Star basketball game on Friday. No other athletic events are allowed State-wide by AISA on Friday. The Springwood Baseball team will play Kingwood and the Springwood Softball team will play Bessemer at 3:00 p.m. EST. Please dismiss the teams at 11:45.
THE CHICKEN-QUE IS COMING!
Springwood’s Famous Chicken-Que will be Friday, March 30. Tickets will be available on Friday, March 2 through Monday, March 19. Tickets are limited so don’t miss out on this popular barbeque.
WILDCAT WORKDAY
It is that time of year to make plans for Wildcat Workday! All Springwood students received a packet of Wildcat Workday information last week. This year, on April 20, Springwood students and faculty will again provide a morning of service to our surrounding communities. But in addition to being a community service project, Wildcat Workday is our annual fundraising project which benefits every Springwood student and supplements the school budget. So in February, each student is asked to complete 15 labels with names and addresses of friends and/or family members who are willing to support our school and return to the school by the end of the month. Parents, please help students decide on the names for their labels and have them write the correct addresses in ink. We will mail out the flyers to prospective donors before spring break. Also, please return the Wildcat Workday
t-shirt size forms to school. Thank you.
2012 NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION
Springwood senior, Rhys Bendell, has been named a Finalist in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Competition in recognition of his outstanding academic achievement and commendable scores on the PSAT examination. The nationwide pool of Finalists, which represents less than one percent of U. S. high school seniors, emerges from about 1.5 million juniors in some 22,000 high schools who took the qualifying PSAT test last fall. Rhys is one of the approximately 15,000 students who have advanced to the Finalist level of this, the 57th annual National Merit Scholarship. Congratulations and good luck Rhys.
PRESIDENT’S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD
Springwood senior, Sarah Stodghill, has been honored for her exemplary volunteer service with a “President’s Volunteer Service Award”. The award recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their communities. Sarah participated in the Spirit of Community program this year as a representative of Springwood School. Sarah displays a true servant’s heart on a consistent basis, as is shown by the number of hours that she volunteers, not only in the community, but at school, and in her church as well.
SOCCER
Soccer will have their opening game on Thursday, February 23 against Macon-East in Cecil, AL at 5:00 p.m. Please dismiss the team at 2:20 for a 2:30 departure.
TENNIS
Tennis will have their opening game on Thursday, February 23 against Lakeside in Eufaula, AL at 3:30 p.m. Please dismiss the team at 12:30 for a 12:40 departure.
Blue Gray National Tennis tournament on Saturday, February 25 in Montgomery, AL. Matches will begin at 8:30 a.m.
CURRENT NEWS
BASEBALL
Baseball (HOME) Today, February 21 against EMCA. There will be no JV Baseball game and the Varisty will begin at 4:30.
SOFTBALL
Softball (HOME) Today, February 21 against EMCA. JV will play at 4:30 and the Varsity will play at 6:00.
MAGAZINE SALES
As of today we have 295 orders for a total of $6,269.00. We are almost at our goal of $7,000 (of which we get 40%). We will still take orders this week and give out the incentive prizes which consists of a lanyard with duck for 1 order, 1 duck of your choice for every 2 orders and the cash cow for 5 orders. Please help us wrap up our sale this week by meeting our goal. As always, thank you for your support of the Media Center.
SPRING SPORTS PICTURES
Wednesday, February 22 – 3:30-SOCCER and TRACK on the football field and 4:15-TENNIS at Riverside Country Club Wednesday, February 29 – 3:30-VARSITY BASEBALL, VARSITY SOFTBALL, JV BASEBALL, and JV SOFTBALL Download Picture Order Form
PECANS
We still have a few pecans left. The cost of pecans are reduced to $8.00 per container (1 lb.) Stop by the FAC office to purchase. They can be frozen and used throughout the year.
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HOLIDAYS
Student Holiday on Friday, February 17 and President’s Day Holiday on Monday, February 20. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday.
SPRING SPORTS PICTURES
Wednesday, February 22 – 3:30-SOCCER and TRACK on the football field and 4:15-TENNIS at Riverside Country Club
Wednesday, February 29 – 3:30-VARSITY BASEBALL, VARSITY SOFTBALL, JV BASEBALL, and JV SOFTBALL
Download Picture Order Form
PECANS
We still have a few pecans left. The cost of pecans are reduced to $8.00 per container (1 lb.) Stop by the FAC office to purchase. They can be frozen and used throughout the year.
CURRENT NEWS
CONGRATULATIONS
The Georgia vs Alabama Indoor Football Classic celebrates football in the Chattahoochee Valley by gathering outstanding seniors from area high school football teams to participate in an indoor football style all–star game. Wesley Willis and Dylan Harper represented Springwood in the annual Georgia vs Alabama All-Star game in Columbus, Georgia at the Columbus Civic Center on Sunday, February 12.
Congratulations to Dylan and Wesley.
MAGAZINE SALES
As of this morning, magazine sales total $4,254.00. We are getting closer to our goal of $7,000 of which we will receive 40%. Our top two homerooms for the first turn in day were Mrs. Dudley, 4th, and Mrs. Slade, 2nd. On the second turn in day Mrs. Lyons, 3rd, and Mrs Hill, 1st, also qualified for our annual Pig Race. This week the incentive is the “Cash Cow” for 5 orders or the duck of your choice for 2 orders is still available. Remember the magazine sales will end on Thursday, February 16. Thank you parents and students for your support!
CURRENT NEWS
CONGRATULATIONS SCHOLARS BOWL
The Scholars Bowl team placed second in their pool in the District Alabama Scholastic Challenge held Friday at Central Alabama Community College in Alex City, AL. The team finished the day with an outstanding 4 and 1 record, scoring wins over Smiths Station, Beauregard, Handley, and Valley High School. The team’s only loss came in a close match against Central of Phenix City. The team has now qualified for the Regional tournament to be held next month. Team members are: Rhys Bendell, Luci Willis, Kim Reynolds, and Tanner Martin.
ATHLETIC CLUB/TRACK MEETING
Reminder of the Athletic Club meeting tonight, February 13 at 6:00 p.m. in the FAC followed by the track parent meeting immediately after the Athletic Club meeting.
WILDCAT WORSHIP
Wildcat Worship on Tuesday, February 14 at 9:05 a.m. in the gym. Everyone is welcome!
CURRENT NEWS
MAGAZINE SALES
We are over half way to reaching our magazine sale’s goal of $7,000 with a total sales to date of $3,894. Turn in 5 orders on Thursday, February 16 and receive a “Cash Cow”. Thanks for the sales so far and please continue to help us reach our $7000 goal.
ATHLETIC CLUB MEETING
Reminder of the Athletic Club meeting on Monday, February 13 at 6:00 p.m. in the FAC.
TRACK
Track parent meeting on Monday, February 13 in the FAC immediately after the Athletic Club meeting.
WILDCAT WORSHIP
Wildcat Worship on Tuesday, February 14 at 9:05 a.m. in the gym.
HOLIDAY
Student holiday on Friday, February 17 and Monday, February 20 the school will be closed for President’s Day.
CURRENT NEWS
S.T.A.R.S & VALENTINE’S DAY
S.T.A.R.S. will be taking orders for carnations through Friday, February 10. Carnations are $2.00 each and will be delivered on Valentine’s Day. You have a choice of RED (I Love You), PINK (Interested), or WHITE (Friendship). Order forms are available in the FAC office or Click Here To Download.
MAGAZINE SALES
Tomorrow, February 9 is the second turn in day for magazine sales. For every two orders turned in, students can pick any duck.
SPRINGWOOD ELEMENTARY CHORUS
If your 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade student is interested in participating in the Springwood Elementary Chorus, please notify Mrs. Ann Pitts apitts@springwoodschool.com by Thursday, February 9. Parent permission is required. As a reminder, the elementary chorus will rehearse after school on Thursdays; February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 22, 29, April 5, and 12 until 4:00 p.m. ONLY A SMALL NUMBER OF PARENTS HAVE RESPONDED SO FAR. THE DECISION TO HAVE AN ELEMENTARY CHORUS WILL DEPEND ON THE NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS.
DIVERSE POWER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Springwood School students recently participated in the Diverse Power Leadership Academy. Springwood’s junior class traveled to the Troup High School auditorium to participate in a workshop led by Stephen Gower. Mr. Gower is an international speaker who conducts leadership training for Fortune 500 companies all over the world. Students from private and public schools in the area were invited to this one day event. In a competition held at the workshop, Springwood students, Luci Willis and Kim Reynolds received first and second place, respectively.
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DANCE TEAM UPDATE
The Dance Team Parent meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 9 is postponed and the Dance Team tryouts will be held in May. By rescheduling the tryouts there will be fewer conflicts with spring sports and will give the girls more time to consider trying out for the team. Look for more information regarding tryout dates and times in future announcements.
FAB MEETING
Reminder of the Fine Arts Booster meeting tonight, February 7 at 5:30 p.m. in the FAC.
PSAT / PLAN
PSAT/PLAN meeting for students and their parents in grades 9 – 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the FAC. Results from PSAT-PLAN testing will be returned. Also, information about GPA and preparation for college will be discussed.
SCHOLARS BOWL
The following students will be competing in the Alabama Scholastic Challenge Scholars Bowl Tournament on Friday, February 10 at Central Alabama Community College in Alex City, AL: Rhys Bendell, Luci Willis, Kim Reynolds, and Tanner Martin. Good Luck To The Springwood Scholars Bowl Team!
TRACK
There will be a Track Parent meeting on Monday, January 13 following the Athletic Club meeting.
WILDCAT WORSHIP
Wildcat Worship is scheduled for Tuesday, February 14 at 9:05 a.m. in the gym. The student Worship Team has been hard at work and we look forward to this time of worship as a Wildcat family. It will be followed by a time of snacks and fellowship. As always, parents are invited to join us.
SAT PREPARATION COURSE
Carrie Busch (Springwood School) and Jennifer Smith (LaGrange Academy) will be offering their proven S.A.T. preparation course this summer!
The course, covering all three sections of the test, is for any student who wishes to improve his or her score. The class will be offered At Lagrange Academy beginning Tuesday May 29th to Friday June 1st from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Since this course will be offered the week prior to the June 2nd SAT, we strongly advise students to sign up for this testing date. For maximum results, students should take the SAT immediately after this preparation course.
The total cost of the class is $325.
Course Details:
Reading, Writing, and Mathematics Sections
Workbook Included
Multiple Practice Problems
Learn the Question Format for All Sections (including “Trick” Questions and Common Errors)
Space is limited so contact us today!
Carrie Busch
706-302-7477
cbusch@springwoodschool.com
Jennifer Smith
706-302-6910
jennifersmith@lagrangeacademy.org
CURRENT NEWS
DANCE TEAM SIGNUP
Girls currently in grades 6 – 11 and interested in trying out for Dance Team, please stop by the FAC office and sign-up.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
National Honor Society Induction will be Monday, February 6 at 8:00 a.m. in the FAC.
CHEER TRYOUTS
JV and Varsity Cheer tryouts will be on Tuesday, February 7. JV tryouts will begin at 4:00 p.m. and Varsity tryouts will begin at 5:00 p.m.
FINE ARTS BOOSTER
There will be a FAB meeting on Tuesday, February 7 at 5:30 p.m. in the FAC.
SOCCER MEETING
There will be a Parent Soccer meeting on Wednesday, February 8 at 5:30 p.m. in the gym.
DANCE TEAM MEETING
There will be a Dance Team Parent meeting on Thursday, February 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the FAC.
PSAT/PLAN
PSAT/PLAN meeting for students and their parents in grades 9 – 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the FAC. Results from PSAT-PLAN testing will be returned. Also, information about GPA and preparation for college will be discussed.
ATHLETIC CLUB MEETING
There will be an Athletic Club meeting on Monday, February 13 at 6:00 p.m. in the FAC.
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AISA STATE SPELLING BEE
CONGRATULATIONS to 6th grader Ananath Reddy for placing 2nd, 8th grader Shae Bendell for placing 3rd, and 7th grader Venu Reddy for winning 1st Place in the AISA State Spelling Bee in Montgomery. This is Venu’s 3rd year in a row for winning the AISA State Spelling Bee.
MAGAZINE SALES
Collection Day for Magazine sales will be Thursday, February 2, Thursday, February 9, and the final day will be Thursday, February 16. It’s easy to participate…Shop from the Catalog or CLICK HERE to shop on line. Our school ID# is 2495927. You can renew your existing subscriptions, order a new title, or order digital magazines for your Kindle, Nook or iPad. Springwood will receive 40% of each order and our school goal is $7,000.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
National Honor Society Induction will be Monday, February 6 at 8:00 a.m. in the FAC.
FINE ARTS BOOSTER
There will be a FAB meeting on Tuesday, February 7 at 5:30 p.m. in the FAC.
SOCCER MEETING
There will be a Parent Soccer meeting on Wednesday, February 8 at 5:30 p.m. in the gym.
DANCE TEAM MEETING
There will be a Dance Team Parent meeting on Thursday, February 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the FAC.
PSAT/PLAN
PSAT/PLAN meeting for students and their parents in grades 9 – 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the FAC. Results from PSAT-PLAN testing will be returned. Also, information about GPA and preparation for college will be discussed.
ATHLETIC CLUB MEETING
There will be an Athletic Club meeting on Monday, February 13 at 6:00 p.m. in the FAC.