NOTE: On many devices, this email is truncated. TKA ROYAL REMINDERS November 6, 2020 VERSE OF THE WEEK In This Issue:
On many devices, this email is truncated. To view in entirety, open here in web browser. KEY CALENDAR DATES 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
COHORT ROTATION
November 5 (Th)- "Navigating College Admissions Tests" 7:00 p.m. Register here. November 13-14 - (F-Sa) - Virtual Performances of the Jr. High Musical, The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley November 23-27 - NO SCHOOL, Thanksgiving Break December 4-5 (F-Sa) - Virtual Performances of the High School Play, The Merchant of Venice December 5 (Sa) - Virtual Open House #2 for Prospective Families, 11:00 a.m. December 15-17 (Tu-Th) - Semester 1 Final Exams December 18-January 3 - NO SCHOOL, Christmas Break January 4 - School Resumes, Semester 2
TKA 2020-2021 School Year-at-a-Glance *All school events subject to change due to public health orders to prevent the spread of COVID19. Please check here and the Family Portal for all correct dates. CURRENT NEWS NOVEMBER 9-12: BLUE COHORT ON CAMPUS
STUDENTS: BRING TO CAMPUS EACH DAY
STUDENTS: PRE-ARRIVAL ON CAMPUS
ARRIVAL ON CAMPUS
STUDENTS: ATTENTION WHILE ON-CAMPUS
DEPARTING CAMPUS
Main Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. SAO Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:45 a.m. until 30 minutes after school.
The Library is Open! Library hours during hybrid learning are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Wednesday 9:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m..; and Friday (for book checkout/returns only) 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Library capacity is limited so plan ahead! We can't wait to see you!
Student Course Surveys Take Place Monday November 9-Thursday November 18.
The process is different this year. Students will not receive an automated email with the survey link as they have in years past. Teachers will share the student course survey link in class and students are expected to complete the survey in class.
Progress Report & Google Classroom Notifications: Parents, just a reminder that you can set up a preference in the FACTS Family Portal to receive progress reports for your students. Also, you can receive email summaries about your student's activity in Google classroom about missing work, upcoming work, class activities. Details here.
TKA Employment - Seeking Substitute Teachers for 2020-2021: If you are interested in substitute teaching at The King's Academy, please complete the Employment Application, including the Statement of Faith, and email to Tonya.Pegram@tka.org. For questions, send an email to Gabrielle Babin at gabrielle.babin@tka.org. Completion of a Bachelor's Degree and pre-employment background screening is required for all substitute teachers. Please pass this information along to friends and family! TKA Mobile App - New Features Added! Thank you to all who have used the app and provided feedback on the in-app survey. In response to your suggestions, we have added links to:
Also, it is now possible to view in landscape or portrait mode on iPads. Note about Profile: You do not need to complete as we are not using that feature at this time. Questions about the app? Contact Director of Marketing & Communications, Kriss Hayward Final TKA Virtual Open Houses for Prospective Families - Saturday, December 5, 11:00 a.m.
Kindly support The King's Academy and... Forward this Open House Flyer to friends, colleagues, neighbors, etc.
STUDENT CLUBS & CLASS SPECIFIC ANNOUNCEMENTS Aperture Student Literary Magazine Holding Writing/Art Contest. Submit a short story, poem, photo, or art piece by Friday, November 6 for a chance to win bragging rights. This contest's theme is "What if?". More details coming soon on Aperture's website.
Aperture is also accepting submissions for the Autumn Edition of their literary magazine until Friday, November 20. Submit artwork, photography, poetry, or prose through the Aperture website to be published. All Students - You Can Charter a TKA Club! Clubs at TKA are initiated by students, with the support of a staff sponsor. The list of clubs for the current school year will be published later this fall, as clubs must be renewed each school year based on interest. Complete a Club Charter Application or Club Renewal Application, also located in the Student Portal under "Resources." Clubs for 2020-2021 are forming now! You can see a list of clubs that formed last school year at www.tka.org/clubs. Questions? Contact Tonya.Pegram@tka.org. Do you enjoy Star Wars, Superheroes or Lord of the Rings? If so, come to the Sci-Fi and Fantasy Club meeting next Tuesday, November 10 during lunch via WebEx (https://tka.webex.com/meet/steve.weiss). This week we'll plan on having a group activity and have an exciting discussion about The Mandalorian Season 2 (episodes 1-2). Even if you don't know much about Sci-Fi or Fantasy, stop on by. If you have any questions, please contact Kenton Shieh at kenton.shieh@students.tka.org and Mr. Weiss at steve.weiss@tka.org. Hope to see you there. May the Force be with you!
8th Grade & 12th Grade Yearbook Celebration Ads: This is one way you can commemorate this special occasion for them. These ads have come to be a much-cherished tradition here at TKA and fill the final pages of each yearbook. Graduating students, the student body, and the faculty and staff all look forward to perusing these pages. We hope you will take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate your student. Details here!
Class of 2021 - Deadline Extended for Senior Quotes to TODAY, Friday, November 6: Details here.
Class of 2021 - Orders for Graduation Announcements and Cap & Gown: Orders due by Friday, December 18. Our vendor is Herff Jones. You may order on the paper form linked below or online. PARENT RESOURCES Note: These resources and organizations do not necessarily represent the views or values of TKA. Our hope is they may be helpful or informative for parents. Send resources to Director of Marketing & Communications, Kriss.Hayward@tka.org Parent Resources:
SPIRITUAL LIFE & SERVICE This Week in Chapel: We had our third installment of our "Family Discussions on Race." Members of both our previous panels came together to answer student questions that had been submitted after our other two discussion times. We are very thankful for our staff members who were willing to authentically talk through these tough and relevant questions. Students were then able to debrief and discuss what they heard during Homegroup times following Chapel.
Home Group Chapel Discussion Questions:
2020-2021 Service: Service is a critical component of TKA's educational experience, and all high school students at The King's Academy are required to complete service hours annually as part of their graduation requirements. Details found at www.tka.org/service2020.Please send photos of your service activities to the yearbook staff--email to chrissy.mata@tka.org
COLLEGE & ACADEMIC COUNSELING The College Connection Newsletter: November 2020 VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS Like Drama? Improv? Children? Consider Joining The King's Jesters! The King's Academy has a 9-person troupe that performs for local children. If you love children and love drama, this may be the perfect place for you. All current 6th-11th grade students are welcome to audition. Please contact Mrs. Burnside for more information at: Joanie.Burnside@tka.org. This YouTube link shows the group in action! Register to See Junior High Theatre's Virtual Musical: The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley: You must register to receive the link to view the show. Due to licensing restrictions, the show is only available at these times. Please join us online and encourage these young performers who have worked hard to bring you this adorable and fun online performance. The performance is approximately 30 minutes. Virtual Performances
Coming in December! Make Plans to See TKA's High School Play, The Merchant of Venice: You must register to receive the link to view the show. Due to licensing restrictions, the show is only available at these times. Virtual Performances
ATHLETICS Junior High Sports Sign-Ups: There is not yet a clear picture of when junior high sports will be able to resume. Dates for sign-ups will be announced in the Royal Reminders. Questions? Contact Athletic Director,Joe Maemone. The King's Academy is a Christ-centered school that inspires academic excellence, servant leadership, and enduring relationships.
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