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Spring 2012 Algebra 1 End-of-Course (EOC)
Assessment Fact Sheet
click here ALGEBRA 5/14-5/18
2012 Biology 1 End
‐of‐Course (EOC) Assessment Field Test Fact Sheetclick here BIOLOGY 5/7-5/11
2012 Geometry End-of-Course (EOC) Assessment Fact Sheet click here
GEOMETRY 4/30-5/4
DAILY
TEST ADMINISTRATION SCHEDULE
click here
Computer-Based testing is indicated in peach
The Custodial Department is offering double community service hours for students working this summer at SMA.
Hours are Monday to Thursday 8am until 2pm. You also receive free lunch. If interested contact Jim Young ASAP.
Every year the SMA PTCC honors those cadets who have commited to a JROTC
team and stuck with it for Four years. This year we have 15 cadets who
have earned the prestigious Eagle Award!
Click here for photos
INCOMING STUDENTS
EXPLORE
PLACEMENT TESTING
EXPLORE is a standardized test created by ACT. It has four sections. Math--Science--English—Reading.
SMA administers EXPLORE to ALL INCOMING FRESHMEN, SOPHOMORES, and JUNIORS. The results are used to assist in placement of students (i.e., honors, AP, developmental, etc.). It provides us with valuable information that is an ADDITIONAL piece to the puzzle to help put together a cohesive picture of a student.
No accommodations are provided on the test. Students that receive 504 or ESE accommodations are already identified as such in the school records and that information is factored into the untimed EXPLORE results. We do not want to single out students needing accommodations during this testing.
NEW to SMA -- incoming sophomores and juniors should also take the EXPLORE test.
There is a $25 fee for taking the test. Families who require assistance with the fee can receive a scholarship.
REGISTRATION for the test is handled through GUIDANCE.
Checks are to be made payable to SMA. Please send your check to:
Counseling office
Attn: Gale Downs
Sarasota Military Academy
801 N. Orange Ave, Sarasota,
FL 34236.
Please write in on the memo line of your check your student's full name and the date they wish to test.
Please contact Gale Downs by email for assistance gale_downs@sarasota.k12.fl.us
ADMINISTRATION of the test is handled through Major Donehew.
DEPARTMENT CHAIRS for the respective departments receive test results, which can then be disseminated to department teachers.
Parents and students should arrive at SMA by 8:15. There will be a brief presentation for parents and students at 8:30. Students will be assigned a test administrator and taken to a classroom to receive the EXPLORE test. Parents can return to pick up students at 11:15 (APPROX).
The dates for the EXPLORE test are:
June 9
August 1
Tuskegee Airman Clayton Lawrence is honored at Sarasota Military Academy special formation. He is the last living survivor of the World War II Tuskegee Airman. He was given a artist rendition of the squadron. This print was previously signed by fellow Tuskegee Airman.
Governor Scott visits SMA 2-17-2012
Want to know why the
SMA logo looks like it does??
Attention rising juniors, current juniors and senior students and parents
Please be aware of the important dual enrollment dates below. To pick up packets for summer enrollment for current juniors or if you have any questions please contact the counseling office.
February 16th—last day for students to withdraw from a year-long dual enrollment course they are taking at the HS site
March 6th—Dual Enrollment Information Session at SCF Bradenton 5pm, building 14, room 147
March 22nd—last day for students to withdraw from spring courses they are taking on the SCF campus
April 3rd—Dual Enrollment Information Session at SCF Venice 5pm, building 800, Selby Room
April 13th—last day for students to withdraw from spring courses they are taking at the HS site (please remind any student withdrawing from a DE course about the second attempt policy—students must pay for a second attempt on a course)
April 16th—summer dual enrollment online registration begins for students taking classes at SCF (must have submitted early college approval forms)
June 15th—fall dual enrollment deadline for students wishing to take classes on the SCF campus—deadline includes all applications, testing, and approval form submission
Major Caroline Nielubowicz MS. EdS
Director of School Counseling
Sarasota Military Academy
Phone- 941.926.1700 x226
Fax- 941.806.1593
caroline_nielubowicz@sarasota.k12.fl.us
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- SMA will be offering Explore testing on Saturday March 24, 2012 or Saturday, April 7, 2012 from 8:30 AM to approximately NOON. The test is geared for 8th and 9th grade students. It tests abilities in English, Math, Reading, and Science and gives us benchmark scores which can help us evaluate whether or not a student is on track for college success. Explore is offered through ACT and ACT claims that it is the only curriculum-based, research-v
Raiders Mud Pit Challenge
P O S I T I V E B E H A V I O R S U P P O R T
EAGLE CARDS
SMA PRECISION DRILL TEAM
FEMALE U/A SQUAD TAKES FIRST PLACE
AT THE 2012 VFW DRILL MEET
The Sarasota Military Academy Precision Drill Team competed with 25 other schools at the 2012 VFW Drill Meet at Brandon High School on 21 January. After a day of great weather and competition, Maria Santos and her Female Unarmed Squad came away with the First Place Trophy. The team members (left to right) are Cadets Brantley, Folts, Crissey, Santos, Davila, Oxboel, and Snell. The judges remarked that they were particularly impressed with the team’s overall precision and Santos’ command voice.
Computer-Based testing is indicated in peachAdditionally, 5 SMA team members earned individual Knock-Out Drill Medals. In the Armed Knock-Out, Ben Leboutillier took 7th, Jesse Opperman took 5th, Liz McKenney took 3rd, and Stephen Butalla took 1st. In the Unarmed Knock-Out, Claudia Scheb took 8th.
Thanks to Becky Thompson and her parent volunteer Snack Shack Crew for keeping us going! On to Tampa on 4 February!
BORN TO MARCH, TRAINED TO DRILL,
LIVE TO LEAD, AND ALWAYS WILL.
DRILL TEAM!
CHECK THE COUNSELING OFFICE NEWSLETTER (Counseling Department Tab) FOR THE LATEST NEWS...
Once again the SMA Raiders, Men's and Woman's teams have won the State Championship! This is the fourth year in a row for our SMA teams. It's a rare event for even one team to win once! Congratulations to Coaches Collis, Daly and Browning for an outstanding job! Well done!A hearty Hooah to all of our Raider Cadets for all their mighty efforts in preparing for this most challenging contest! Your school is very proud of you!Also wanted to point out that the MIXED TEAM took 3rd place!!! The Mixed Team is comprised of our newest Raider members and put forth a superlative effort in a very tough competition. Congratulations Mixed Team!!!
Onward.HM Kennedy
Got Gold?
SMA LACROSSE FUNDRAISER!
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Veterans Day 2011
Key to My Heart Bracelet, B.C. Silver Collection 6250S
SMA will be either auctioning this item or conducting a raffle prior to the holidays
CINDERELLA’S CLOSET
Each year, Sarasota Military Academy has two formal events; Prom and Military Ball.
The Prom is in early May and the Ball is in early December.
Our female students must wear a formal gown to each event.
Due to financial situations, we have a few "Cinderellas" at our school.
In an effort to try to make their dreams come true, we are looking for some Fairy Godmothers
Advanced Placement® International Diploma (APID)
Now available at Sarasota Military Academy
APID--a matter of excellence click here
· APID immediately conveys academic credibility
· Expert faculty implement and teach AP courses culminating in the rigorous AP® Exams
· Successful completion demonstrate your outstanding academic achievements
· SMA official transcripts show colleges and universities that you have challenged yourself in multiple subject areas
· Promotes an international outlook and global perspective
· Applying to colleges and universities (i.e. Harvard, Yale, US Service Academies, etc.) will immediately present you as an exceptional and accomplished student
Links
SMA SUMMER READING LIST - 2012
SMA
Literacy and Language Initiatives
2011-2012
NEW
SCHEDULING PROCEDURES
FOR 2011-12
School and Family
Code of Conduct
Headmaster's
Recommended
Reading List
Computer and
Internet use Policy
SMA Audit
Committee
Announcement
SMA Boards Minutes
SAC Meetings
Third Weds. of the month 7:30am
PTCC Minutes
second Tuesday of the month 6pm in cafeteria
Climate Surveys
Climate Survey
2007
Climate Survey
2006
Evaluating Financial Aid Award Letters"
Publisher
Mark Kantrowitz
