Friday, December 17, 2010

DA Tervis Tumblers & Lanyards For Sale

The DA PTO has Tervis Tumblers & Lanyards for sale in the PTO room at school.

Prices:

Tervis Tumblers - 16 oz - $16.00
24 oz - $20.00

Lanyards - $5.00

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Golf Car Winner !

Congratulations to Kristi Fulcher of Summerville who is the winner of the Golf Car ! K-4 student Connor Hartzog drew the winning ticket Wednesday morning. A total of 400 tickets were sold with Hutto Ace Hardware selling the most tickets ....78. The winning ticket was sold by the Garris family.

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

USC Salkehatchie Registration

A representative from USC Salkehatchie will be at Dorchester Academy on Tuesday, January 6, at 9:15 a.m. to register for both English 102 and Computer Science 102 classes.

Thursday, December 9, 2010

SCISA Literary Meet Poetry Recitation Representatives

Mrs. Jennifer Hilton would like to thank all of the participants in the Poetry Recitation Tryouts. All of you did an awesome job and I am very proud of you ! The representatives for Dorchester Academy at the SCISA Literary Meet are:

4th grade girl - Sara Wimberly ; boy - Andrew Taylor
5th grade girl - Sydney Mullican ; boy - Ryan Childers

Alternates chosen are:

4th grade girl - Carly Clegg; boy - Chase Way
5th grade girl - Ashlyn Nelson; boy - Dylan Goshorn

Congratulations to all of you !

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Board Meeting Changed

Due to the games, other meetings, and holidays, it has been decided to change the December Board meeting to 5:30 on Dec. 13, right before Supper with Santa.

Monday, December 6, 2010

Fundraisers for State Championship Rings

Fundraisers for State Championship rings: We have for sale State Championship license plates and 11X17 posters to pay for the traditional rings and necklaces given to the team. Please see the office to buy your commemorative poster, great for framing, for $15.00. The license plates are not in yet, but there will be a limited supply and they will sell for $100.00 each. Please call to get your name on the list today. First come, first served.

ACT at DA

The ACT is being given here at DA on Saturday, December 11th to registered students.

Book Fair & Supper With Santa

Supper with Santa is Monday, December 13th at 6:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria. Tickets may be bought from PTO or school. The Book Fair will begin at 2:30 that afternoon and run through the Supper with Santa.

Christmas Program

Our School Wide Christmas Program will be on Wednesday, December 8th at 8:15. The children have been practicing hard. You don't want to miss this special program ! Everyone is invited.

Friday, December 3, 2010

Booster Club Meeting

Don't forget the December Booster Club Meeting will be held on Monday, December 6, at 6:00 in the Conference Room. Everyone is invited to participate.

Story Telling Contest

Miss Amy would like to thank all of the students who auditioned for the Story Telling Contest.

2nd Grade Representatives: Cassidy Gruber and Nathan Cummings
2nd Grade Alternates: Camryn Garris and Brody Marchant
3rd Grade Representatives: Grace Baucom and Trevor Canaday
3rd Grade Alternates: Savanna Varn and Logan Robinson

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Thanks to Dorchester Academy Parents

I just had to share two things that happened today that brought such joy to my soul from our students.

1. As I was walking through the building this morning, looking at what was going on in various classes I heard singing. First, I peeked through the window not wanting to disturb the class. The entire class was standing with their hands at their sides, facing the teacher, singing about the birth of Jesus in preparation for our Christmas Chapel which will be held next Wednesday, Dec. 8, at 8:15. (You don't want to miss it!) It was the most beautiful thing I have ever heard. I was never so proud of why we are here.

2. After I had been through the school this morning and completed various tasks around the building I returned to the front office to find that a student had returned my Jane Seymour diamond necklace to the office because they had found it on the floor in the hall. I just LOVE our students! Thanks to you for sending them here!

Sometimes people wonder why you sacrifice to send your child/children to an independent school. Times have changed over the years and things are different everywhere than they were when we were founded in 1966; however, one thing has not changed, an independent school has freedoms that are not afforded in other schools. As I stood in the halls of Dorchester Academy this morning, I remembered why we do without other things, so our children can attend an independent school.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Carpet Donation

We are looking for a 10x12 piece of carpet to replace the worn one in the official's room in the gym. Any donations will be appreciated.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

SCISA One - Act Play

Congratulations to our Middle School and High School Actors in the SCISA Regional One-Act Play Competition Monday. They were the 1st runners-up and will compete on January 25th in the State Drama Festival Competition. Our High School Actors came in second in their competition.

DA Civil War Exibition

Dorchester Academy will host a Civil War Exhibition day on January 7th. All students of DA will step back in time to the 1860's on Friday, January 7th. Reenactors from all over the Lowcountry will camp on DA's soccer field the night of Thursday, January 6th. Students will arrive at school the morning of Friday, January 7th and be greeted with the sights and sounds of the War Between the States. Students will tour exhibition tents that specialize in topics such as medical care, artillery, clothing and candle making. Keep an eye on the weather and be sure to have your children dressed appropriately.

Letter Jackets

Athletes interested in ordering a Letter Jacket need to see Mrs. Penny before Dec. 2nd. Orders will be placed on December 2nd.

Tervis Tumblers

The PTO has been informed that the Tervis Tumbler supplier has indicated that the delivery of our order will be delayed. We have been assured that the Tumblers will be delivered the first week of December. We are sorry for the inconvenience.

Monday, November 22, 2010

DA Spelling Bee Winners

Congratulations to our DA Spelling Bee Winners:

3rd Grade: Colby Weeks, Will Garris, alternate Trevor Canaday
4th Grade: Mary Ellis O'Cain, Elizabeth Huff, alternate Madelyn Turner
5th Grade: Sidney Mullican, Gracie Rogers, alternate Riley Krantz
6th Grade: Meg Garris, Jacob Reeves, alternate Julia Smoak
7th Grade: Benjamin O'Cain, Samantha Kranz, alternate Hannah Hinton
8th Grade: Stokes Brownlee, Annie Gentry, alternate Tori Berry

SCISA State Championship Game DVD's Available

SCISA State Championship Varsity DVD's are available in the office. Price $25.00 for the Championship game and $10.00 for regular games.

Friday, November 19, 2010

All the Way to State

Come out to the Pep Rally and Bonfire tonight at the field, 7:00 p.m. , to show support for your Raider Football team. Also, don't forget to come to Benedict College tomorrow for our 12:00 game.
All the Way to Victory... all the Way to State. DA Raiders got what it takes!
Come out and support our team!

B-Team Boy's Basketball

B-Team Boy's Basketball players will have practive on Monday, November 22nd right after school until 4:30.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

PTO Meetings

DA PTO meetings will be held at 6:00p.m.

Friday, November 5, 2010

DA Cow Drop Winners

Congratulations to the winners of Thursday's night's Cow Drop. Wanda Krantz was the BIG winner of $1500. 2nd place prize of $1000 was won by Landon Wimberly with Mike Norris winning the 3rd place prize of $500. Jimmy O'Cain and Sims Weathers both won $100 in the ticket drawings.

SCISA Assistant Headmaster Of The Year

Congratulations to Penny Fender who was voted 2010/2011 SCISA Assistant Headmaster Of The Year !

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

United States Youth Senate Program

Congratulations to TJ Rogers, Mckenzie Ammons and Hannah Austin who tested in the top 25 from over 600 South Carolina Students to become a state finalist in the United States Youth Senate Program.

Play-off Game Parking and Admission

According to SCISA rules, Booster Club Passes may not be used for admission to any Play-off games. SCISA sets the price for admission: $6.00 for adults and $4.00 for students for play-off games. The Booster Parking pass may be used to park in our parking area. So, if you have a Booster Parking pass, you will be able to park in the Booster parking area Friday night. Additionally, others who may not have purchased a parking pass may park there for a $5.00 fee.

Volunteers Needed for Football Concession Stand Friday Night

We are looking for volunteers to work the concession stand for Friday night's first play-off game. If you could help cook or sell food. Please call the office.

Regional Spelling Bee

Students in grades 3-8 interested in trying out for the Regional Spelling Bee need to sign up with Mrs. Ruth Anne as soon as possible. Testing will begin on November 17th.

DAR Good Citizen

Congratulations to Jamie Collins for being named DAR Good Citizen.

Volleyball All-Region Team

Congratulations to Jordan Collier, Tayler Barcomb, and Anna Myers for being named to the Volleyball All-Region Team.

Friday, October 29, 2010

Student's Medications

Dorchester Academy does not dispense any over the counter medication to students. Parents, you may send medication ( headache, etc) to school for your child only in a ziplock bag with child's name in permanent marker. This will be kept in the Health room.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Middle School Math Meet Winners

Congratulations to our Middle School Math Meet students. Team #1 was 11th out of 21 schools competing. They missed the Top 10 by 1 point. Annie Gentry had the top score for Team #1 and also was one of the Top 10 students overall. Laura Judy had the High Score for Team #2.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Last Week for Flip Flops ):

No more flip flops after October 31st ! ):

$50 Prize Awarded

Don't forget there is a $50 prize awarded to the student who sells the most Cow Drop Ticket's !!!! Please turn your tickets in to the office.

Anna Myers - All-Star Team

Congratulations to Anna Myers for being chosen to the AAA South All-Star Volleyball team. The North-Star game will be held on Saturday, October 30th beginning at 1:00.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Tervis Tumblers For Sale

The PTO Tervis Tumblers sale will be an ongoing sale. They will make great Christmas gifts !

Bazaar Items for Cow Drop Event

We are looking for items for our Country Store at our Cow Drop Event. If you can send canned vegetables, jellies, cakes, pies, and craft items for the Bazaar, please send them to the school office on Wednesday, Nov. 3 or Thurs., Nov. 4.

Booster Club Meeting

On November 1st there will be a Booster Club meeting in the Conference room at 6:00 pm. All interested parents are welcome to participate.

Cow Drop

Cow Drop on Nov. 4th ! We need each student to sell at least 2 tickets. All proceeds go for the needed capital improvements at our school. Monies and tickets can be turned in to the office anytime. See Mrs. Karen Griffith for additional tickets. PLEASE help us by selling tickets.

Field Planning Meeting Tuesday, Oct. 26th

Dorchester Academy is having a school-wide facilities planning meeting on Tuesday, October 26th at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Concession Stand to discuss long range fields and grounds layout and planning. All interested families are welcome to attend.

Coach's 300 Win T-Shirts

DA Booster Club still has Coach's 300 Win T-Shirts for sale . $12.00 for youth & adult sizes. They can be bought at the JV football game on Thursday at DA or in the school's office.

Monday, October 18, 2010

Student Government Bake Sale

The Student Government at DA will sponsor a Bake Sale on Wednesday, October 20th. Please support them by purchasing Sweets. Prices $.50 and $1.oo.

Friday, October 15, 2010

Praise Band Sign Up

Attention 7th -12th grade students !

Interested in joining in the Praise Band ? There is a sign-up sheet at the office.

2 Piano Lessons Spots Left !

It's not too late to take piano lessons ! There are 2 spots available. Call the office to sign up now !

Monday, October 11, 2010

Emily Hardee wins DA 2010 Homecoming Queen

Congratulations go to DA's 2010 Homecoming Queen, Emily Hardee sponsored by McKenzie Ammons. 1st runner up is Jordan Collier sponsored by Thomas McAlhaney. The rest of the Homecoming Court were Cayce Craven sponsored by Jamie Collins, Hannah Austin sponsored by Davi Wagers, Brianna Shuler sponsored by Michael Gruber and Taylor Hall sponsored by Jake Berry.
Our Homely Homecoming winners were: 2nd runner-up Barbie Berry
( Jake Berry), 1st runner-up Little Red Riding Wagers ( Davi Wagers) , winner Lady Raider ammons ( Mckenzie Ammons).

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Laurence Manning Students

On Sunday, October 3rd three students from Laurence Manning died in a car accident outside of Manning. Students at Laurence Manning are in mourning for Cody Hall,15, and brothers Jessi and Cody Parnell,14 & 17. Both Cody Hall and Cody Parnell were members of the varsity football team. A memorial service has been scheduled at Laurence Manning on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. on the football field and at 4:00 p.m. in the gym. Visitation will be held tonight from 3:00 to 6:00 at Bullock Funeral home. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetary in Summerton.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Coach Gruber T- Shirts

The DA Booster Club is selling "I WAS THERE WHEN COACH GRUBER MADE HISTORY" t-shirts for $12.00 each. They come in Youth ( including YXL) and Adult sizes, and are available this week in the school office. They will also be for sale at the Homecoming Game Friday night ! Show your Raider spirit and pride by purchasing a t - shirt to wear to the football game.

Basketball Conditioning

Basketball Conditioning will begin on Wednesday, October 6th. It will be held every Wednesday and Sunday during the month of October. Time will be 7:00 - 8:15. This will be for both Junior Varsity and Varsity girls and boys.

Sports Pictures

Wee Poms , Junior Poms and Raiderettes pictures will be taken on Tuesday, October 12th beginning right after school. Payment must be made at that time.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

ACT at DA

On Saturday, December 11th the ACT will be given at DA. Students will need to register online at http://www.actstudent.org/.

Paving School Parking Lots

The school parking lots will be repaved this Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday, September 30th thru October 3rd. No cars will be allowed in the school parking lots. Please use the Josh Canaday Drive and Student parking areas for the Volleyball and Junior High Football games.

Celebration to Honor Coach Gruber's 300th Win

An official ceremony and presentation honoring Coach Stanley Gruber will be held on Thursday, September 30th during halftime of the Junior High Raiders football game. The game starts at 7:00 p.m.

Homely Homecoming

Homely Homecoming will be during Friday's pep rally on Oct. 8 at 8:00 a.m.

The 2010 Dorchester Academy Homecoming will be held on Friday night October 8th starting at 7:00 p.m. with the crowning of the queen during half-time.

Attendants and Escorts:

Jordan Collier and Thomas McAlhaney
Emily Hardee and Mckenzie Ammons
Hannah Austin and Davi Wagers
Taylor Hall and Jake Berry
Breanna Shuler and Michael Gruber
Casey Craven and Jamie Collins

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Students Leaving School For Campmeeting

Dorchester Academy will be closed on Thursday and Friday for Campmeeting Holidays. Any student leaving school for lunch at the Campground must have a written note from a parent or be signed out by a parent or a guardian for the rest of the day. Students are not allowed to go to the Campground for lunch and then return to school.

Homecoming Dance

Dorchester Academy's Junior Class is sponsoring a Homecoming Dance on Friday, October 8th. Admission is $5.00 and snack & drinks will be $1.00.

Schedule:

K-4 -4th grade - half time till the end of the game.

5th thru 12th grade - end of game till 12:00 am.

Monday, September 27, 2010

Picture Deadline

Wednesday, September 29th is the deadline for ordering school pictures. Please turn your orders and payment into Ms. Susan in the office.

Spirit Week 2010

Monday: Pajama Pants Day (shirts must follow dress code)

Tuesday: Western Day ( no guns)

Wednesday: Hippy Day

Thursday: College Day

Friday: Maroon and Gold Day

Basketball Sign-up & Physicals

Basketball physicals must be turned by November 1st. Basketball sign-up is going on now.

Student Exchange

Dorchester Academy will host a Student Exchange on Tuesday, October 19th with Coastal Christian Academy.

Thursday, September 23, 2010

PSAT Wednesday, October 13th

On Wednesday, October 13th the PSAT will be given at DA starting at 8:00 am. Cost is $13.00. It is available to all 9th, 10th, and 11th graders. Sign up with Mrs. Ruth Anne.

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

"Concussion In Sports" Free Online Course Offered

The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) is offering a "What You Need to Know" online course free of charge . To date, more than 47,000 persons have registered and completed the NFHS Coach Education course available at www.nfhslearn.com. The 20 minute online course is designed to highlight the importance of recognizing and responding to sports-related concussions.

School Picture Deadline

The deadline for ordering school pictures is Friday, Sept. 24. Pictures returned after the deadline must have an additional $15.00 late fee.

Don't forget to purchase your school ID card. The cost is $5.00. You will need this card for your lunch orders.

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Homecoming Date Change

There is a change in the date for DA's Homecoming Game. Homecoming will be held on October 8th instead of Oct. 15th.

DA Cow Drop & Chili Cook Off

1st Annual DA Cow Drop & Chili Cook Off on Thursday, Nov. 4th at 6:00 pm.
Tickets will be sent home & need to be returned before or by 2:30 on Nov. 3rd. There will be a flag football game during the Cow Drop. Pony rides will also be available. Volunteers are needed for bake sale donations, chili cooks, door prizes & helpers. There will be cash prizes for the Cow Drop and for the students who sell the most tickets.

Monday, September 20, 2010

Varsity & Junior High Football/Cheerleader Pictures

Tumbleston Photography will be here on Thursday, September 23rd to take picture of the Varsity & Junior High Football players and cheerleaders. Varsity Football players and cheerleaders will be photographed immediately after school. Junior High players and cheerleaders will have their pictures taken at 5:00 and 5:45 pm. Please be dressed and ready. Make sure your orders are filled out and you have your payment. Pictures will only be taken if you have brought your payment.

Chapel ( Wednesday Sept. 22nd)

Wednesday's Chapel service is a " See You At The Pole" program. St. George United Methodist Church youth group will be leading the service. We will also have the flag pole dedicated. Please bring a quilt, towel, etc. to sit on.

Friday, September 17, 2010

"Josh Canaday Drive"

Tonight, September 17th, at the DA Raider's football game the north driveway will be named the "Josh Canaday Drive" in honor & memory of Josh Canaday. Josh was an important member of the DA football and baseball teams. He was a sophomore at DA when he died (April 14, 2002) in an auto accident. A fund was set up by the DA Student Government to repair and improve the entrance to the Athletic Fields at DA. Josh's parents, Jackie and Rodney Canaday, have requested that Josh's retired #80 jersey be worn by a DA player. Tonight only, Grande Fender , #22, will wear #80.

September Board Meeting Date Change

The September 20th Board Meeting will be at 6:00 pm in the Conference Room.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Piano Lessons at School

Selena Barfield has begun teaching piano lessons at Dorchester Academy on Wednesdays. We have 1 slot left from 1:30-2:00 for a lower school student to attend. If you are interested, please let us know.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Make-Up Picture Day

Friday, September 17th will be make-up picture day. Pictures will be taken after the pep rally. Retakes will cost an additional $5.00 due when the picture is retaken.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Coach Gruber's 300th Win Approaches

In anticipation for Coach Gruber's 300th win, Dorchester Academy is in search of football players who have been on his teams during the years. We would like to have as many former football players at the home game on Friday, September 17, at 7:30, as possible. Get the word out. Tell your friends. We want to see as many of his former players at the game on Friday night in their jerseys as possible. Come out and support Coach Gruber.

Friday, September 10, 2010

High School Study Hall

Beginning Monday, September 13th a study hall will be available to all High School students. It will be held during the 2nd half of the lunch period .

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

We Applaud Grandparents

What a great breakfast and Chapel this morning! Thanks to all of the grandparents who came out and shared breakfast with our students today. We love you and appreciate you! Thanks to all of the volunteers who hosted the breakfast. We had numerous comments from the visitors about how wonderfully behaved our students were and how well dressed they were. Way to go, students! Thanks parents for supporting us in this.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

DA Class Reunion

The DA classes of 1985 & 1986 are planning a combined class reunion at the home of Kevin & Wendy Judy on Saturday, Sept 25th. For more information contact Wendy Judy at 803-600-4685 or wendyjudy01@yahoo.com or Julie McAlhany at 843-563-1169 or juliemcalhany@aol.com .

Saturday, September 4, 2010

Varsity Football Game DVDs available

Missed that game, or just want to see it again? The Dorchester Academy Varsity football games are now on DVD. The halftime festivities including cheering and flag football, are included in the game against Colleton Prep. Game DVDs are $10.00 each. Please see the school office to purchase yours.

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Sally Foster Due Friday, September 3rd

All Sally Foster packets need to be turned in by Friday, September 3rd. Also, please return your empty packets .

Football Concession Schedule

Football Concession stand schedules should be posted on the website. Please note time change for start time of shift. All parents should be at the concession stand for Varsity games by 6:00 and Junior High games by 5:45. The start times for games are 7:30 for Varsity and 7:00 for Junior High. Many people come early to eat, so please be on time. Thank you so much for your hard work and dedication to our Athletic Program.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Grandparent's Breakfast

The Academy will be hosting a breakfast in honor of our grandparents on Wednesday, September 8, at 7:15, followed by our first Chapel of the year. Reservation forms have been sent home with students. Please return them by Friday, September 3, so we can plan accordingly. Any parents who would be willing to make a sausage and egg breakfast casserole to help with this event, please notify the front office.

Junior High Pep Rallys

The Junior High Cheerleaders will have Pep Rallys from 2:00 -2:20 pm on these dates:

Sept. 9th
Sept. 23rd
Oct. 21st
Oct. 28th

Jr Pom Practice Cancelled

There will be no Jr Pom practice on Monday, September 6 due to the Labor Day holiday.

Monday, August 30, 2010

Flag Football

Grades 1st - 5th

Anyone interested in playing flag football is asked to meet on the football field on Wednesday, Sept.1 after school. Practice will last until 4:00 pm. Bring a change of clothes.

The 1st game will be played this Friday, Sept. 3rd during halftime of the Varsity Football game.

Anyone interested in helping, please contact : Todd Judy - 563-9025 or Coach Gruber - 563-1159

Booster Club Meeting Change

DA Booster Club will meet on Tuesday, September 7th at 6:00 due to Monday's holiday.

DA Wins SCISA Award

Dorchester Academy has won the SCISA 2010 Most Improved School Facility Award ! Larry Watt, executive director of SCISA, will be here at our Sept. 8 Chapel to present the award.
A big "Thank You" goes out to all of our hard working volunteers who donated countless hours this summer scraping, painting, raking, planting, mulching & building. Your efforts have been recognized and we " THANK YOU" !

Friday, August 27, 2010

Corrections to Volleyball Schedule

Volleyball schedule corrections:

Monday, August 30, 2010 -- Beaufort Academy -- Varsity only 5:00 --Away

Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2010 -- Beaufort Academy -- Varsity only 5:00 --Home

Thursday, October 7, 2010 -- Thomas Sumter -- JV 4:00 , Varsity 5:00 -- Away

Monday, October 18, 2010 --Thomas Sumter-- JV 4:00, Varsity 5:00 -- Home

Josteens Meeting with Juniors & Seniors Today, Friday August 27th

Today's meeting with Josteens for the juniors & seniors will be about information on rings and graduation.
Orders will be taken at a September 3rd meeting that Josteens will have at DA.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Picture Day on Thursday

Tumbleston Photography will be at DA on Thursday August 26th to take school pictures. Please send your child to school dressed for pictures.

Friday, August 20, 2010

What a Great First Friday

Today we had a great First Friday! Thank you so much to Tara Canaday and the PTO for sponsoring this wonderful day. What awesome support we had from parents, grandparents, and the community. Every student was given a "Proud to be a Raider" t-shirt! Thanks PTO! come out and support our Raiders for their first football game this evening at 7:30 here at the Academy.

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Dismissal Safety

Today we asked the Sheriff's department to come and monitor traffic on the highway during dismissal for safety. 300 students were dismissed yesterday and today and loaded safely in less than 15 minutes. That is an awesome feat!

Please be patient. Loading will go faster each day as students and parents get used to these procedures. The loading in the past has been dangerous for our students and we are working hard to ensure the student's safety. This will take patience as we work out this process. Please give us a week to get the student's used to these new procedures.

Thank you.

First Friday Field Day

K4 thru 8th graders.....Don't forget about DA's First Friday Field Day this Friday!
PTO will be providing a hotdog lunch with chips & a cookie. Each child will receive a DA T-shirt. Your student may get wet and a change of clothing and sunscreen would be a good idea.
Bring your pennies for Pennies for a Purpose. The pennies will be counted towards the team score.

Happenings

Wow! Doesn't the school look great! I want to say thank you to all the hard workers that took time out this summer to help things look so great for school.

We are getting ready to start painting the exterior of the gym. We have already had a donation from Mr. LeGrande Fender in memory of Mrs. Carole Fender and Mrs. Anne Fender. Thank you Mr. LeGrande. Donations are graciously appreciated. If you would like to help out with this or any other projects at our school. Please let us know.

We are look for a storage container that can be used outside to store equipment, desks and other materials in . If you or someone you know has one to donate, please call the office.

Jr. Poms Practice

Jr. Poms will have a practice Thursday, August 19th immediately after school until 3:00 pm. This is for this week only.
Regular practices will be held on Mondays after school until 3:30.
Uniforms will be handed out at school on Friday. If you don't have a uniform from last year or didn't order a new one please contact Missi Griffith @ 843-560-0374 / 843-563-4515.

Junior High Football Practice

We are looking for 6th, 7th & 8th grade boys who want to play football ! It is not too late to sign up for Junior High Football. Practice is at 4:00 today. Physicals are needed to practice but you can come talk to the coaches without one today.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Friday, August 13, 2010

DA PTO Raider Shirt Sale

DA's PTO is holding a HUGE Raider apparel sale !

$5.00 for short & long sleeve t-shirts

$10.00 for sweatshirts & hoodies

$5.00 for shorts

$5.00 for DA footballs



You can contact a member of PTO or Bambi in the office.

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

SAT Prep Course Change

The SAT prep course with Tim Jantzi on August 15, 22 & 29 has been cancelled. We are currently working on scheduling a prep with Power Score ( Pinewood Prep offers this same course). Information on this course will be on the DA website asap.

Varsity Football Schedule Change

SCISA has changed the game with Dillon Christian on August 27th at 7:30 pm from a home game to an away game.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Dress Code Changes

Please note the new changes in DA's dress code policy.

Dress for Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday:
The only changes for all grades are:
* No camouflage clothing (including shirts, pants, shorts, skirts, dresses, or coats) is allowed except on special dress days allowed by the administration.
* Flip-flops or shower type shoes made for beach or pool wear are not allowed for boys or girls. Bedroom shoes are also prohibited except on specially approved occasions. Muddy hunting boots should not be worn to school. Appropriate flip-flops are allowed from August through October and April through May. No thong type shoes of any kind should be worn from November through March.

* Special Dress for Wednesdays: Students are required to dress in business professional dress every Wednesday.
Lower School Wednesday Wear: No jeans, t-shirts, or flip flops of any kind are allowed.
Middle School Wednesday Wear: No jeans, shorts, t-shirts, or flip flops of any kind are allowed. Girls should wear long pants, appropriate dresses, or skirts. Boys should wear long pants with collared shirts.
High School Wednesday Wear: No jeans, shorts, t-shirts, or flip flops of any kind are allowed. Girls should wear long pants, appropriate dresses, or skirts. Boys should wear long pants with collared dress shirts and ties.

Wee Pom /Raiderette Cheerleader Practice

Wee Pom / Raiderette Cheerleader practices will be held on every Tuesday of the football season. Practice will be from 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm. The 1st practice is on August 17th.

School Work Day

Saturday August 14th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm will be a school work day. Anyone interested in helping beautify our school is invited to attend. Please bring gardening tools and old clothes and paint brushes for painting. We really appreciate your help !

Junior High Football Sports Physicals

If you plan on playing Junior High Football you MUST have your completed school sports physical turned into the school by August 17th.

Thursday, August 5, 2010

Water Coolers Needed

We are looking for some Water/Gatoraide coolers for Field Day on August 20th. If you would like to lend your cooler please let the office know by the 1st day of school ( August 17th).

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Junior High & Raiderette Sports Physicals

Interested in playing Jr. High Football or being a Raiderette Cheerleader ( grades 4-6) ?
You will need to have your sports physical . Physical forms can be found on the DA website or can be picked up in the office.

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Middle/High School Supplies for Spanish

Middle School:
3 prong folder with pockets
scissors
small box of crayons
glue stick ( Not liquid)

High School:
3 ringed binder (specifically for Spanish)
5 subject dividers
notebook paper
Spanish dictionary (Univ of Chicago is the best)
highlighters
pencils or pens

Spanish 2 ONLY
Barron's 501 Spanish verbs....see last year's students who may want to sell their book

Tim Jantzi SAT Prep Course Offered

Tim Jantzi is offering a SAT Prep Course at DA on August 15, 22 & 29 from 6-9 pm. Registration will end on Wednesday, August 4th.

Orientation

Dorchester Academy will have their 2010 School Orientation on August 12th at 6:30 pm in the gym. All parents and students are invited to attend. Everyone will get to tour the school building and classrooms. You will want to come see how beautiful our building looks after a long hot summer of painting and landscaping !

Monday, August 2, 2010

Welcome to Another Year at Dorchester Academy

The 2010-2011 school year will begin for students on Tuesday, August 17. Many additions and changes have been made to the school including remodeled restrooms in middle and high school, complete exterior painting, hall and cafeteria painting, and adding brickwork to the gym.
Upcoming events include Orientation on Thursday, August 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the gym. All students interested in playing sports for the 2010-2011 school year at DA need to attend the orientation. Make sure and attend Orientation to see all the great things that have happened during the summer!
There will be a school wide workday on Saturday, August 14, from 8-12.

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Lower School Supplies

Lower School students supplies will be purchased by the teacher. Each parent is asked to send $25.00 to cover their child's supplies for their class this year. Parents are asked to furnish a bookbag. The teachers will get all other materials except supplies for the art class.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Grounds Maintenance Bids Being Accepted for 2010-2011 School Year

Dorchester Academy is accepting Grounds Maintenance Bids for the 2010-2011 school year. The contract and bid sheet may be downloaded by clicking on these links or a copy may be picked up at the school. Bids are due in the office by August 15.

Upcoming Coming Event: Do Good Day for the Rickborn Family

The 3rd annual Do Good Day is being held at the Harleyville Community Center. See attached flyer for more details.

High School Graduation DVD Available

The 2010 Senior Graduation DVD is available in the school's office. Cost $20.00

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Volunteer Painters Needed

The paint is here for the inside halls and the exterior. We need volunteers to call and schedule a time that works for you to stop by and help get the interior and exterior painted. Call Bambi 563-9511 about helping with the inside and Bryan Hutto about helping with the exterior.

Monday, July 19, 2010

High School English Supplies

English I CP / English I H / English IV CP / Today's World

Three - ring binder (1")
Section dividers
Blue or black ink pens
#2 pencils
College - ruled notebook paper

Middle School Spanish Supplies

1 Three prong folder with pockets ( any color)
Scissors
Small box of crayons
1 Glue stick ( no liquid...takes too long to dry)

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Piano and Guitar lessons for a fee

Dorchester Academy is looking at offering piano lessons and guitar lessons for the 2010-2011 school year if there is enough interest. Selena Barfield will be at DA on Wednesdays to conduct piano lessons. The fee is $75.00 per child. Shannon Hodges will be here on Mondays to do guitar lessons. Her fee is $65.00. Sessions will be scheduled during school hours when possible. Please call and let Bambi know if you are interested in piano or guitar lessons.

MFuge Team at Dorchester Academy

MFuge a team of summer mission students from Charleston Southern is working at Dorchester Academy July 13-23, daily Tuesday through Friday from 11-2. We are so excited to have them painting and helping spruce up our campus. We would love for you to stop by, work with them, or just cheer them on. Please come show your support and thank them for their hard work.

Monday, July 12, 2010

PREVIOUS YEARS YEARBOOKS FOR SALE

Did you miss out on purchasing a yearbook when you graduated ? We have yearbooks available for sale for the very low price of only $10.00 . They are from the years 2000 to 2010. Check with the school's front office.

Monday, July 5, 2010

Fall Sports Physicals

Anyone participating in Fall sports must have a physical turned in by August 2nd. Forms can be picked up in the office or on the website.

You must have a physical turned in by August 2nd to participate in practices and/or play in games.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Volunteers Needed

Part time volunteer Granny's or Grandpappa's are needed for the "Nurse" Room for the upcoming school year. We would love to have gentle, loving hands to help care for our " under the weather" children until a parent can pick them up. You don't have to be a registered nurse. Please call Bambi in the school office if interested.

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

SAT Prep Course

DA is working on having a 12 hour Tim Jantzi SAT Prep Course at the school this summer . Any interested students should contact the school for more information. We need to have at least 10 students to have the course which should start the end of July. The cost is $495.00, unless the student has already taken his course, then it's $395.00. You can call the school or contact bambi.rushton@dorchesteracademy.org .

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Lower School and Middle School Art Supplies

For art classes this year, students will need the following supplies to be left in their cubbies in the art room.

Grades K- 2nd: A set of 8 fat crayons and a large glue stick

Grades 3-8 : A set of 8 markers in primary colors, R,B,Y,O,G,P (not fine point), 2 fine black sharpies (not ultra fine), and 1 bottle of white glue, (like Elmers glue).

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Girl's Volleyball Summer Schedule

Summer Schedule:
June 21 Conditioning 7-9 a.m.
June 22 Conditioning 7-8:30 a.m.
June 23 Conditioning 7-8:30 a.m.
June 24 Practice 7-8:30 a.m.
June 25 Practice 7-8:30 a.m.
June 28 Conditioning 7-8:30 a.m.
June 29 Conditioning 7-8:30 a.m
June 30 Conditioning 7-8:30 a.m.

July 1 Practice 7-8:30 a.m.
July 2 Practice 7-8:30 a.m.
July 12 Conditioning 7-8:30 a.m.
July 13 Practice 7-8:30 a.m.
July 14 Practice 7-8:30 a.m.
July 19 Conditioning 7-8:30 a.m.
July 20 Conditioning 7-8:30 a.m.
July 21 Conditioning 7-8:30 a.m.
July 22 Practice 7-8:30 a.m.
July 23 Practice 7-8:30 a.m.

Fall Season Begins:
August 2 Tryouts
9-10:30 Conditioning
10:45-12:15 Skills
1:00-2:30 Skills, Conditioning, Game

August 3-6 JV 8-9:30 a.m; Varsity 9:45-11:15 a.m.

August 9-13 JV 8-9:30 a.m.; Varsity 9:45-11:15 a.m.

JV and Varsity Girl's Basketball

Hello to all Basketball Players,

I’d like to say how excited I am about the upcoming basketball season. I will be coaching both the JV and Varsity girls this year. Julie McAlhany will be assisting me as she has in the past. I have Mr. Buddy Hartzog, coach of the Varsity girls in years past coaching them to several State Championships, coming out to a few practices to assist with shooting. I am excited to see we have more girls signed up this year and look forward to the new girls coming from other schools to join our team. ☺

According to SCISA, we are allowed 12 summer practices. We cannot practice more than twice a week and the practices are limited to 1 ½ hours. Certain dates in July have been “closed” for summer practices. I have worked out the schedule below to allow both the JV and Varsity girls to get in their 12 practices. SCISA states these practices have to be voluntary in nature. I know summer is a busy time and you probably won’t be able to make all the practices, however, I will keep an attendance of who comes to each practice. This will allow me to see who is dedicated, who really wants to play, and who is excited about the opportunity to better their skills. Your attendance won’t play a factor in whether or not you make a team, but it might help me decide starting positions if it comes down to a tie between 2 players. Therefore, I highly encourage you to make an effort to be at as many practices as possible. In my opinion, effort and dedication go a long way!!

During the summer practices, I will be going over offenses and defensives that I will be implementing during the season. We will also focus on shooting, dribbling, free throws, moving with and without the ball, etc. We will not be “conditioning” and doing a lot of running during the June, July, and August practices. When school starts, I will compose another schedule that will run from the end of August through the end of September. These work-outs will include 3 players to 1 coach. During these times, we will focus on individual player needs. In October, we will begin conditioning 2 nights per week. This will be when we focus on getting in shape and include a lot of running. The first official practice will begin November 1, and we will begin daily practices from then on.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. My home number is 563-3314, cell 560-4833, and email fralix@bellsouth.net. I check email daily and that is the best way to reach me. Again, I look forward to working with each of you during the summer and am excited about the upcoming basketball season. If we want to have a winning team, we must dedicate ourselves to practices in an effort to be the best. I am willing, are you?
Sincerely,
Lynn Fralix



JV Practice Schedule; Varsity Practice Schedule

June 6 (Sunday) 3:00 – 4:30; June 6 (Sunday) 4:30 – 6:00
June 9 (Wednesday) 4:00 –5:30; June 9 (Wednesday) 5:30 – 7:00
June 14 (Monday) 4:00 –5:30; June 14 (Monday) 5:30 – 7:00
June 16 (Wednesday) 5:00 – 6:30; June 17 (Thursday) 5:00 – 6:30
June 25 (Friday) 4:00 – 5:30; June 21 (Monday) 5:00 – 6:30
June 27 (Sunday) 3:00 – 4:30; June 23 (Wednesday) 5:00 – 6:30
June 29 (Tuesday) 5:00 – 6:30; June 27 (Sunday) 4:30 – 6:00
June 30 (Wednesday) 5:00 – 6:30



July 12 (Monday) 4:00 – 5:30; July 12 (Monday) 5:30-7:00
July 14 (Wednesday) 5:00 – 6:30; July 13 (Tuesday) 5:00 – 6:30
July 18 (Sunday) 3:00 – 4:30; July 18 (Sunday) 4:30 - 6:00
July 21 (Wednesday) 4:00 – 5:30; July 21 (Wednesday) 5:30 - 7:00

August 1 (Sunday) 3:00 – 4:30

Libya Rentz Basketball Camp at DA

There will be a morning session for the Libya Rentz camp June 21-25. All ages are to come 9 - 12:00. The younger and older students will be conducted in the morning. If you have not signed up, but would like to attend, just come on to the camp, it's not too late. You are welcome to register at the camp, you just won't get a t-shirt.

JV and Varsity Boy's Basketball Practice

The JV and Varsity boy's basketball will practice every other Sunday from 7-9:00, beginning, Sunday, June 13.

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Summer Repairs

We are in the process of preparing for next school year. The following teams are being formed and we need your help. I am putting together 3 teams: Landscaping the grounds, painting the inside, and painting the outside. If you would help be a part of any of these teams, or lead one of them, please let me know.

Monday, June 7, 2010

2010 Jr High Cheerleader Summer Schedule

Date: Time:
* Wed. June 9 / 9:00-10:30
* Thurs. June 10 / 9:00-10:30
Thur. June 24 / 1:00-2:30
* Mon. June 28 / 9:00-10:30
*Wed. June 30 / 9:00-10:30
Tues. July 20 / 9:00-10:30

Tues. Aug 3 / 10:00-11:30
* Tues. Aug 10 / 10:00-11:30
*Wed. Aug 11 / 10:00-11:30

*Days with all in attendance.

---Always wear tennis shoes to practice.
---Always come prepared to work.
---Always bring something to drink.
---Always bring poms to practice.

Thursday, June 3, 2010

Jr. High Football Practice

The first Jr. High Football practice will be held on August 17th ( the 1st day of school) at 4:00 p.m.

Attire: shorts and football helmet

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

K4-K5 Videos Ready

You can pick up your K4 & K5 Graduation videos in the DA office.
The office will be open Monday - Thursday from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Tom Thumb / K4 & K5 Videos

There are extra Tom Thumb Videos available in the DA school office. The price is $10.00 . The K4 & K5 graduation videos will be ready soon. We will notify you when they are ready.

DA Sign

Have you seen our new school sign! It is beautiful. It's worth a ride by just to view it. It was designed and crafted by one of our own graduates, Madeline Browning Knight.

Donations are still being accepted to complete paying for it.

Congratulations

Congratulations to all of our Seniors on their graduation on Friday night. What an awesome job! I'm so proud of everyone of you and wish you the best in the future. Remember, this will always be home. Come back and visit us next year. We love you!

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Dorchester Academy Cheerleaders

All girls in grades K4-6th are invited to become a Dorchester Academy Cheerleader!

Wee Poms - K4,K5, & 1st grade
Sponsors: Tressa Sosbee & Carroll Judy

Jr. Poms - 2nd & 3rd grades
Volunteer sponsor needed!

Raiderettes - 4th,5th,& 6th grades
Sponsor - Ruth Anne O'Cain

All cheerleaders will perform (on a rotating basis) at the Varsity Pep Rally on Friday mornings. The Cheerleaders will also be performing during the half time of the Varsity and/or Jr-High football games. Home games only.

Contact Robine Jackson (563-2668) or Penny Fender(563-9048) if interested in helping with Jr. Poms.

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS

The office at Dorchester Academy will be open Monday - Thursday from 9:00 am - 1:00pm.
We will be closed for Holidays: Memorial Day, May 31 and July 4th, June 29 - July 5

1st Day of School for students for 2010-2011 is August 17

website: www.dorchesteracademy.org

Monday, May 24, 2010

Senior Top 5

Dorchester Academy is proud to announce the Top 5 Honor Graduates for the Class of 2010:
1st : Savannah Hutto
2nd : Hunter Watson
3rd : West Mauney
4th: Nick Chinners
5th: Taylor Burns

Congratulations and best of luck to these and all of our Seniors this year!

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Student Government Officers 2010/2011

The newly-elected Student Government Officers for the next school year are:

President: Hannah Austin
Vice-President: Brianna Shuler
Secretary: Jordan Collier
Treasurer: McKenzie Ammons
Historian: Daniel Fralix

High School English Students

Miss Melissa Moorer's English I and up students need to sign up for their summer reading "choice" book in her room on or before Friday, May 21st.

Senior Beta Club Officers 2010/2011

Congratulations to the new Senior Beta Club Officers for the school year 2010/2011.

President: Brenna Jackson
Vice President: Hannah Austin
Secretary: Tayler Barcomb
Treasurer: Daniel Fralix
Historian: Grace Neil

Monday, May 17, 2010

Libya Rentz Basketball Camp

Libya Rentz Basketball Camp:

When : June 21-24 (Mon-Thurs)
Price: $135.00 per child ( t-shirt & snack included)

Who: Co-Ed (boys & girls are welcome)
Grades 5-8 ( 9:00 am - 12:00 pm )
Grades 9-12 (2:00 pm - 5:00 pm)

Where: DA gym
Contact: Lynn Fralix ( 563-3314/560-4833) or Julie McAlhaney (563-9601/563-1169)

Everyone planning on playing basketball for the upcoming season is HIGHLY encouraged to attend.

Friday, May 14, 2010

Interact Club Meeting

There will be an Interact Club meeting during the 2nd half of lunch on Wednesday, May 19th. The agenda will be a discussion of officers for next year.

Coaching Applications

Dorchester Academy is now accepting coaching applications for the 2010-2011 sports season. Applications are being accepted for all sports programs. Resumes may be mailed to Dorchester Academy, 234 Academy Rd., St. George, S.C. 29477 or email them to bambi.rushton@dorchesteracademy.org.

Biology Class Plants

Thank you to Ms. Melissa Hinton's Biology classes for their hard work in planting the beautiful flowers in front of the school!

K-5 Graduation

K-5 Graduation will be held on Thursday, May 20th at 7:00 pm.

K-4 End of the Year Program

The K-4 End Of The Year Program will be held on Tuesday, May 18th at 7:00 pm.

North-South All Stars Softball & Baseball Games

The North-South All Stars Softball & Baseball games will be held Saturday at Orangeburg Prep starting at 11:30 with the girls followed by the boys games.

Junior High and Varsity Cheerleader Tryouts

Junior High and Varsity Football Cheerleader Tryouts will be held today beginning at 3:00 pm.

Junior High Football Practice

Junior High Football practice will be held on Monday May 17th thru Wednesday May 19th from 2:45 to 4:00 pm. Attire: shorts, cleats or tennis shoes and helmet ( if you have one).

Senior Beta Club Recognition Ceremony

The Senior Beta Club Recognition Ceremony will be on Wed. May 19th at 6:00 pm. in the cafeteria. All Senior Beta Club members in good standing are invited to attend.

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Class of 2013 Officers

Congratulations to the new class officers for the Class of 2013!

President : Tayler Barcomb

Vice President: Allison Allen

Secretary: Jana Bradley

Treasurer: Daniel Fralix

Senior Exam Schedule

1st period - Gov/Econ - Wed. May 19
Teacher Proctoring: Heather Judy

2nd Period - Statistics - Wed. May 19
Teacher Proctoring: Karen Schwendinger

3rd Period - Algebra/Psychology -Thurs. May 20
Teacher Proctoring: Penny Fender

4th Period - English IV/Physics -Thurs. May 20
Teacher Proctoring: Penny Fender

6th Period - Current Events/Biology/Spanish II - Friday May 21
Teachers Proctoring: Karen Ayer /Sandi Wimberly(9:04-9:54)

7th Period - Chemistry/Spanish III - Friday May 21
Teacher Proctoring: Kelley Stowe

Seniors Graduation Practice

Graduation practice for Seniors will be held Wed., May 26th at 12:00 in the gym.

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Girl's Varsity Softball

The Girl's Varsity Softball team need to bring their uniforms to the Athletic Banquet on Sunday May 16th at 2:00. They will turn their uniforms in at this time.

Varsity Football Spring Training

Varsity Football Spring Training begins Monday, May 17th at 7:00 pm. Bring your cleats.

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Rotary has Onions for Sale

If you would like to purchase a bag of Vidalia Onions, please let me know. They are $20.00 for a $25.00 pound bag. We have 10 for sale on behalf of the St. George Rotary.
Thanks!

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Athletic Banquet

The Dorchester Academy Athletic Banquet will be held Sunday May 16 at 2:00 p.m. in the Shuler Gym. All athletics, including B and C teams, JV and Varsity players in Basketball, Baseball, Softball and Soccer will be recognized.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Graduation DVD's

The Maroon & Gold Staff will be videoing K4 and K5 graduations so that you can enjoy the ceremony. You may purchase a copy of the DVD by filling out an order form and returning it with your payment of $10.00 by May 10th.

Videos and photos of the Tom Thumb Wedding may also be purchased for $10.00. These will be available on Friday, April 30th.

Congratulations

Congratulations to Rachel Peagler for being accepted into the National Technical Honor Society from the Dorchester County Career School. Rachel, a senior at DA, whose parents are Karen & Aaron Peagler, has a brother, Gregory, who is in the 8th grade at DA.

2009 DA graduate Jesilyn Kirby and 2008 DA graduate Sloan Murray Wilds have been recognized as being in the top 5% academically among all underclassmen at USC Salkehatchie.
We are so proud of our Dorchester Academy students!

New Board Members Elected

Dorchester Academy welcomes Harvey Kizer and Richard Hart as new members of our Board of Directors. We also welcome back Scott Garris who was reelected.

Condolences

Condolences from the Dorchester Academy family go out to Lynn and Candi Creel and their daughters, Lauren ( K4), Kaitlynn (3rd grade), and Hannah ( 7th grade) on the death of Candi's father, Don Pendarvis.

Congratulations

Congratulations to 1st grader Cassidy Gruber and her family on the birth of Boone Matthew Gruber on Saturday April 24th. Cassidy is now a big sister ! Her parents are Jennifer and Matt Gruber. Mother and baby are doing well.

Friday, April 23, 2010

Puppy Rescue

This morning Mrs. Stowe arrived at school to find 2 cute little puppies lying in the middle of the main highway. To prevent their harm, the puppies were rescued and placed in a box until the owner or mother dog could be found. Other parents coming by spotted the mother dog frantically searching for her puppies in the surrounding fields. So Reeves Proctor took the puppies out to the middle of one of those fields for the mother to come and get them. Later, Mrs. Bebe Hendricks spotted the puppies and picked them up and took her time to find the mother dog and reunite the family. Hurray for Mrs. Bebe!

Relay for Life Reminder

Relay for Life will be held on Friday, April 30. The clubs at the school have worked hard to plan a successful team and night for our school. Please come out and support our school and stop by the Raiders for a Cure tent on Friday night, April 30. Club members signed up for times to be there, as well as refreshments to bring. Please do not forget to bring those items to school on Friday. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Penny Fender or Melissa Moorer.

Student Government Recognition Program

Invitations were sent home with Student Government members for the Annual Recognition Program. It will be held on Sunday, May 2, 2010 at 2:00. If you are a parent of a Student
Government member, please ask for the invitation. Please RSVP to the office or Penny Fender by Tuesday, April 27th. Desserts will be served.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Congratulations

Congratulations to Dorchester Academy 4th grader Braxtin All who is now a big brother. His baby brother was born on Wednesday, April 21 at 11:45 a.m. He weighs 8 lbs. 5 oz. and is 21 1/4 inches long. (Parents Kevin and Luchanna Page)

Congratulations

Congratulations to Dorchester Academy 4th grader Maggie Steinbronn who was crowned 2010 Angel of the Universe. She was also crowned Jr. Miss Photogenic and Jr. Miss Sportswear, as well as the 1st runner up in her age division in the pageant held in Gaston, SC. Way to go Maggie!

Condolences

Dorchester Academy wishes to express its condolences to the family of Emily and Shelby Hardee in the loss of their mother Amy Hardee on Wednesday, April 21, 2010. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 on Friday, April 23, at the Bryant Funeral home with funeral services on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at the St. George United Methodist Church.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Volunteers Needed

Help ! We want to improve the looks of our school !
We really need some volunteers who like to work outside with their hands and can bring a chain saw to work on the larger bushes.The plants in front of the school need a face lift. We have shrubs to trim and move.
So pack up your hedge trimmers, sunscreen, hat and goves and come help us beautify your school !

Friday, April 16, 2010

School Board Elections

There will be a School Board run-off election on Monday, April 26, 2010, from 8:00 a.m until 5:00 p.m. in the same location as the original voting. The candidates in the run-off are Scott Garris, Richard Hart, Harvey Kizer, and Brian Shelton.

InTouch

I've tried to update Intouch today; however, my remote access isn't working. Will try again on Tuesday. Sorry for your inconvenience.

Grits Festival Art Winners

Congratulation to our DA art winners:

K-4 & K-5 1st Place - Trevor Hilton
3rd Place- Saylor Judy
Honorable Mention - Vivian Weathers & Abbigail Weathers

1st & 2nd Grade 1st Place - Logan Kelley
Honorable Mention - Emma Fralix , Brody Marchant & Cassidy Gruber

3rd, 4th, 5th Grade 1st Place - Hayley Mizzell
3rd Place - Madeline Turner
Honorable Mention - Lance Brownlee, Sidney Mullican, Maggie Willis

6th & 7th Grade 1st Place - Katie Schwendinger
2nd Place - Grace Quattlebaum
3rd Place - Austin All
Honorable Mention - Ashley Marchant & Elizabeth Hartzog

First, Second and Third place winners should come to the back of the Grits Festival Building on Sunday at 3 pm to receive their awards.

Thursday, April 15, 2010

No School Monday 19th

A reminder..... There will be no school on Monday, April 19th.

Prom Time!

Don't forget...the Prom is on Friday !

Lion's Club Eye & Hearing Screening

On April 29th the Lion's Club will be at DA to hold their annual Eye & Hearing Screening starting at 9:00.
Students in grades 3 thru 12 can be tested.

DA Board of Directors Voting Today

Please don't forget to come to DA today and Friday & vote for our new Board of Directors members.
The voting will be open today until 7:00 pm and close Friday at 5:00 pm.

2010 Sate Science Fair Winners

Congratulations to our State Science Fair Winners !

Environmental Science Senior Division :
2nd place Drew Canaday " Sandbag Material"

Interdisciplinary Team Project Elementary Division :
1st place (Winner) Jacob Reeves & Alex Canaday " Does Dog Saliva Kill Bacteria"


Interdisciplinary Team Project Junior Division :
2nd place Julianna McAlhaney, Ashlyn Fralix and Elizabeth Hartzog
" It's Worth a Homerun"

Interdisciplinary Team Project Senior Division:
3rd place Jana Bradley, Allison Allen & Grace Neil
" Fatal Distraction"

Thursday, April 1, 2010

2010 Contracts

Reminder that 2010 contracts are due by 3:00 p.m. on April 15th.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Cap and Gown Pictures

Cap and Gown pictures will be taken on Thursday, April 1st starting at 8:30 .

The schedule will be : K4/K5 at 8:30 with Senior pictures.

Attire will be white shirts & ties (Seniors) and kakhi pants for boys and dresses for the girls.

No flipflops , please.

Spring Break !

DA will be closed on Friday May 2nd for Spring Break.

Classes will resume on Monday April12th.

Happy Easter!

DA Alumni Softball Tournament Winners

Congratulations to our Varsity Softball Team.
They won the final game of the Alumni Tournament on Saturday beating the Over 30's (The Rusty Raiders) team 9-3. The Rusty Raiders won their first game 3-1.
A great day was had by all!

Monday, March 29, 2010

Tom Thumb Wedding

DA's Tom Thumb Wedding went off without a hitch ! Everyone had a great time. Thanks to Dee Dee & Bubba Hartzog, Ruth Anne O'Cain , Kathy Shuler, Sandi Wimberly, Jennifer Hilton and others for all their hard work. Their efforts earned DA $1033.00 toward SmartBoards purchases for the school.

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Tom Thumb Wedding

Don't miss the Tom Thumb Wedding on Sunday, March 28th at 3:00 p.m. in the gym.
It is going to be a great day for dressing up and having fun ! Please have the participants dressed and in the cafeteria by 2:30 p.m. Family members and friends are invited to join us.
All proceeds will go to help purchase Smart Boards for our school.

We are looking for volunteers to help with the clean up after the wedding. This should only take a short time. Your help will be greatly appreciated.

Bake Sale

The Student Government is sponsoring a Bake Sale on Wednesday, March 24th. All proceeds will go to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Please help support this good cause !

Monday, March 22, 2010

First Annual Alumni Softball Tournament

The Class of 2010 is proudly sponsoring the First DA Alumni Softball Tournament at DA Softball Field on March 27th.

The schedule is:
Alumni vs Alumni 11:30 A.M.
2010 Varsity Softball Team vs winner of Alumni game 1:30 P.M.

Admission: $2 Adults
$1 Students

Concessions will be sold

Friday, March 19, 2010

SCISA Science Fair

The SCISA Science Fair will be held in Orangeburg on April 14th

2010 Science Fair Winners

Congratulations to our Science Fair winners!

Elementary Division:

2nd runner-up: Alex Marchant - project- "Which Whitening Toothpaste Works Best?"
1st Runner - up: Hannah Grace Reeves - project- " Hand Sanitizer vs. Antibacterial Soap"
Winners: Alex Canaday and Jacob Reeves - project - "Does Dog Saliva Kill Bacteria?"

Middle School Division:

2nd runner-up : Hannah Hinton - project- "The Difference Between Natural and Artificial Sweetener"
1st runners - up: Ashlyn Fralix, Elizabeth Hartzog and Julianna McAlhaney - project - "It's Worth a Homerun"
Winner: Benjamin O'Cain - project - "Germs"

High School Division:

2nd runners - up: Cody Gruber, Josh Bacot and Dakota Jones - project - "Signal Sabotage"
1st runners-up: Allison Allen, Grace Neil and Jana Bradley - project- "Fatal Distraction"
Winner: Drew Canaday - project - "Sandbag Materials"

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Report Cards

Third Quarter report cards are being sent home today, instead of tomorrow. (We preferred not to send major reports home on a Friday.) Please note the absences listed are Total absences, including excused and unexcused. Please visit Intouch to see unexcused absences.

Monday, March 15, 2010

Life Touch Pictures

Life Touch Pictures will be at Dorchester Academy on Tuesday, March 30th. All students will be photographed. Please notify your student's teacher if you do not want an individual portrait taken of your child. Your son or daughter may be included in any group portrait . Choose from 5 poses on the selection form and bring to school on Picture Day.
A portion of your purchase goes back to Dorchester Academy.

Friday, March 12, 2010

Board Nominations Update

Board Nominations were held Thursday night, March11. Those nominated were: Scott Garris and Richard Infinger. Since the meeting Harvey Kizer, Brian Shelton, Richard Hart, Frank Furtick and Tommi Lin Garrick have been nominated.

Nominations will remain open until Monday, March 15th @ 2:30pm. Please contact the school office with any questions or nominations.

Music Festival Winners

Congratulations to our students that participated in the Music Festival on Thursday, March11th. Over 800 SCISA students participated in this event.

Vocal -- Jacey Wagers and Rachel Peagler scored a Silver.

Guitar -- Jacey Wagers and Rachel Peagler both scored a Gold.

Piano -- Katey Schwendinger scored a Silver.
Jamie Collins, Rayce Hart, and Jacob Reeves all scored a Bronze.

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Friday's Sports Announcements

JV Softball will be dismissed tomorrow (Friday March 12th) at 1:45 for their game at Calhoun Academy.

Varsity Softball will meet at 5:00 on Friday for their 6:00 game with Calhoun Academy at DA.

March 11th Game Cancellations

Due to the weather the following games will be cancelled today:

JV and Varsity Softball at Pinewood Academy
B Team Softball
B Team Baseball
All Soccer Teams

State Teacher of the Year Finalist

Congratulations to Heather Judy, who has been named a finalist in the SCISA state Teacher of the Year Awards program. Each year SCISA selects 3 candidates from the individual school's Teachers of the Year to compete for the state award. Heather is DA's high school social science teacher.

Monday, March 8, 2010

Softball Sign-up

Softball registration has been extended . Applications will be accepted thru March 31st.

Friday, March 5, 2010

Baseball And Softball Concession Stand Schedule

Baseball and Softball concession stand schedules have been sent home with players. Please ask your player for the schedule.

Relay For Life Shirts

Relay For Life shirts are still being ordered. Contact Ms. Penny Fender about ordering your shirt.

Science Fair Boards

Science Fair Boards are available in the office. They are $5.00 each. The office has white as well as colored boards.

PTO Meeting

The Dorchester Academy PTO will have a meeting on Thursday, March 11th at 7:00 p.m. Board Nominations will be taken at that time. Please plan to attend.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Booster Club Meeting

DA Booster club meeting tonight, February 24th at 6:00 p. m.

Use Your MVP (Food Lion or Reid's) Card To Help DA

DA is part of Food Lion's (Reid's) Shop & Share Program. Every time you shop & present your MVP card, the amount you spend on qualified items is automatically credited to DA. By registering or allowing us to register you ( Grandparents, friends, family) we will be able to earn money for our SmartBoard interactive technology in our classrooms. Check with your homeroom teacher or the office for applications.

Monday, February 22, 2010

Baseball & Softball Practices Cancelled Today

JV Baseball practice has been cancelled today due to the weather.
Varsity Baseball will meet in the gym at 6:30 p.m.

B Team , JV and Varsity Softball practices have been cancelled today.

Practice tomorrow will be:
B Team - right after school
JV - 3:15
Varsity - 5:00

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Box Tops 4 Education

We would like to congratulate our winners who collected the most Box Tops this semester. "Miss" Gina's class collected 785 and "Miss" Caron's class collected 328. Both did an outstanding job. Our school total was 2763.
Please go to www.BoxTops4Education to sign up for bonus Box Tops. You will be able to track our school's progress toward our earnings goal. Also you can shop at the Marketplace through Box Tops website at your favorite store to earn cash for our school.

Soccer Games Start Today

Soccer games start today.

K-4 thru 1st grades will play at 6:00 p.m.

2nd thru 4th grades will play at 7:00 p.m.

Congratulations to our Boy's Varsity Basketball Team

Congratulations to our Boy's Varsity Basketball Team who made the State Playoffs !
They will play Spartanburg Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 20th at Heathwood Hall School in Columbia. The winner of this game will advance to play at Wilson Hall in Sumter on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
The finals will be Saturday, February 27th at the Sumter Civic Center.

These boys have worked very hard this season. Let's show our Boy's Basketball Team we support them !

Dr. Lanier Shuler

The students, faculty and staff of Dorchester Academy send our sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Lanier Shuler who passed away on Wednesday, February 17th. Dr. Shuler loved Dorchester Academy and was an Ex-Officio Board Member. Our gym, Shuler Gym, was named in honor of Dr. Shuler.The family will be at Bryant Funeral Home Thursday, February 18th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2:00 pm. at the St. George United Methodist Church. Members of the Student Government Association will be representing Dorchester Academy at the service. Dr. Shuler's family has requested that memorials be sent to Dorchester Academy's Shuler Gym. Our flag will be flown at half staff today and tomorrow in memory of Dr. Shuler. He will be greatly missed.

Congratulations to Elizabeth Huff

Special "Thanks" go to Elizabeth Huff who represented Dorchester Academy at the State Spelling Bee Wednesday, February 17th at Williamsburg Academy in Kingstree, S.C.
Elizabeth is in Gina Sawicki's 3rd grade. We are so proud of her accomplishments!

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

World Grits Festival Pageant

The deadline for entry in World Grits Festival Pageant is Saturday, February 27th.
You can pick up entry forms in DA office.

Snowman Contest

The Journalism class is having a contest for the best snowman. The entries will be posted on the Maroon & Gold website and voted on by its visitors. The winners will receive prizes ! But don't just send us your snowman pictures. We want pictures of students playing in the snow, making snow angels, sledding, etc. We will use these in our upcoming edition of the Maroon & Gold.

Give or e-mail pictures to :
Mrs. Sandi (sandi.wimberly@dorchesteracademy.org)

Friday, February 12, 2010

EARLY DISMISSAL TODAY

School will be closing at 1:00 pm today Friday, February 12th due to the weather.

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Dorchester Academy Board Meeting

There will be a Board Meeting on Tuesday, February 16th at 7:00 pm. Parents are invited to attend. Tuition for the school year 2010-2011 will be discussed. If you have any questions, please be sure to come.

Thursday, February 4, 2010

State Literary Meet Winners

Congratulations to :

Trevor Canaday - 3rd place Story Telling
Alex Canaday - 3rd place Poetry Recitation
Savannah Hutto - 2nd place Girl's Oral Interpretation
Hunter Watson - 1st place Boy's Oral Interpretation
Annie Gentry - 3rd place Middle School Extemporaneous Speaking
Chelsea Wimberly - 3rd place High School Extemporaneous Speaking
Ashley Ammons - Honorable Mention Best Actress
Cole Cleland - Honorable Mention Best Actor


We are so proud of all of our talented students!!!!

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Da Booster Club Big Bucks Steak Supper & PTO Auction

In the DA office we have tickets for sale for the DA Booster Club Big Bucks Steak Supper & PTO Auction. The Steak Supper & Auction will be February 12, 2010 at 6:30 pm at the Harleyville Community Center.
PTO has some absolutely wonderful items that have been made for the auction. You don't want to miss out on this opportunity to support your school and purchase a piece of your child's school memories.

2010 Dorchester Academy Pageant Winners

The Junior and Senior Class want to congratulate all the winners from the pageants this weekend.

Miss Dorchester Academy: Colleen Berry
1st runner up: Brianna Shuler
2nd runner up: Ansley Mimms
Miss Congeniality: Colleen Berry
Photogenic: Brianna Shuler

Mister Dorchester Academy: Jamie Collins
1st runner up: Thomas McAlhaney

Wee Miss Dorchester Academy: Abigail Weathers
1st runner up: Anna Reeves O'Cain
2nd runner up: Lilly Roberts
Photogenic: Abigail Weathers

Wee Master Dorchester Academy: Noah Byron
1st runner up: Caleb Byron
2nd runner up: Trevor Hilton
Photogenic: Trevor Hilton

Little Miss Dorchester Academy: Mary Ellis O'Cain
1st runner up: Julia Smoak
2nd runner up: Paige Judy
Photogenic: Katelyn Toto

Little Master Dorchester Academy: Loyless Limehouse
1st runner up: Harley Waggonner

Junior Miss Dorchester Academy: Madelyn Fender
1st runner up: Ashley Ammons
2nd runner up: Erin Carroll
Photogenic: Madelyn Fender

Progress Reports

Progress Reports will go home on Monday, February 8th instead of Thursday, February 4th due to the long weekend.

Friday, January 29, 2010

Relay For Life


Dorchester Academy will sponsor a team for this year's Relay For Life. It will be held on April 30, 2010 in Harleyville. If you are interested in being a part of this team, please call the school office. The school will be selling the following items in support of the Relay.

Fight Like A Girl Shirts ($10)
(brown with pink writing)
(light pink with brown writing)
Cure in Carolina Shirts ($10)
(navy blue with white writing)
Footprints
Luminary Bags
Pencils
Bracelets


WE NEED YOU TO BE A PART OF THE RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM! HELP US TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER!

Thursday, January 28, 2010

Spirit Day

Spirit Day tomorrow January 29th!
Show your School Spirit by wearing your maroon and gold to support our basktball teams who play Holly Hill tomorrow.
Support our teams---Come out to the games here at DA!
Games start at 4:00 pm.

The Strength Team

The "Strength Team" will be at Dorchester Academy on Wednesday, May 5th .
The "Strength Team" is a group of various professional athletes that are dedicated to educating and motivating students . Their presentation includes demonstrations of physical strength and character education and life choices.
The schedule will be : 8:15 Middle School and High School
9:15 Lower School ( K4-4th grades)

Middle School One Act Play

On Monday February 1st at 8:15am the Dorchester Academy Middle School will perform the "The Old Folk's Home" in the gym at Dorchester Academy. We invite you to come see these talented (award winning) young people in action.

Booster Club Meeting Change

The February Booster Club meeting has been moved to Feb 2nd at 6:00pm.

Monday, January 25, 2010

Digital Valentines

The Journalism Class is selling Digital Valentines. These can include graphics and valentine's messages & pictures.The prices are $2,$3 or $4. You can see examples on the website - damaroonand gold.com. Forms and payments to be turned into your homeroom teacher by Feb. 1st. Valentines will be displayed on website starting Feb. 10th.

Friday, January 22, 2010

Lost and Found

Parents and Students don't forget about our Lost And Found Basket in the office. It is overflowing with some very nice coats,etc. Monday at Chapel these items will be displayed.

Softball Practice Cancelled Friday, January 22nd

Softball practice has been cancelled today Friday, January 22nd. The next practice will be held on Monday, January 25th at 5:00 pm.

World Grits Festival Pageant

World Grits Festival Pageant will be held on March 13, 2010 at the Woodland High School Gym. Entry forms can be found in the school office.

K5 Kindergarten Breakfast

K5 Kindergarten is having a Breakfast with Parents and Grandparents on Friday, January 29th. Parents and Grandparents are invited to come from 7:45 - 8:15 am in the Kindergarten Classroom . We are calling it our; Muffins for Moms, Doughnuts for Dads and Grapes for Grandparents Day! Kindergarten will sing a song and show off " How Much They Have Grown"!

Thursday, January 21, 2010

SCISA Spring Music Festival

SCISA Spring Music Festival on March 11th, 2010.
This activity is open to all students.

Divisions:
K-5 Elementary,6th-8th Grades ,Middle School,9th-12th Grades High School.

Categories:
Voice: Solo(Elementary, Middle and High School), Small Division,Large Division.
Keyboard: Piano Solo (Elementary, Middle and High School) , Organ Solo ( Middle, High School).
Instrumental:Solo (Elementary, Middle and High School), Small Ensemble, Large Ensemble



Please contact Mrs. Penny Fender by Tuesday, January 26th if your student would like to participate.

2010 Dorchester Academy Pageants

Miss and Mr. DA Pageant will be held Saturday, January 30, 2010 in the Shuler Gym at 7:00pm.
There will be a Spaghetti Supper offered from 5:00pm-7:00pm in the school cafeteria prior to the contests.
Rehearsal for the contest will be from 2:00-2:45.

Sunday, January 31st at 2:00pm the Wee Miss and Master DA (K4-1st grades), Little Miss and Master DA (2nd-5th grades) and Junior Miss and Mister DA (6th-8th grades) , Future Miss and Master DA ( birth to 3 years) and Photogenic (All ages)will be held in the Shuler Gym.


Entry deadlines are Monday, January 25, 2010. Entry forms can be found in the school office.

2010 Fall Sports Awards Ceremony

On Sunday, January 24th at 3:00 pm in the Shuler Gym Dorchester Academy will hold their 2010 Fall Sports Awards Ceremony.
The teams and squads being recognized are:
Wee Poms, Junior Poms, Raiderette Cheerleaders, Junior High Football Players and Cheerleaders, Varsity Football Players and Cheerleaders, Junior Varsity Football Players and Cheerleaders, Junior Varsity and Varsity Volleyball.

Math Meet Life Center Orangeburg

Eleven students from Dorchester Academy participated in the high school SCISA Math Meet held in Orangeburg on Wednesday, January 20th. They were McKenzie Ammons, Hannah Austin, Nick Chinners, Eric Creel, Emily Hardee, Rebecca Jarrett, West Mauney, Annsley Mimms, Frankie Toney, Davi Wagers and Cody Williams. Competing with their classmates in a written exam and receiving highest honors were Frankie Toney and Cody Williams.
Thank you teachers, Karen Ayers and Dianne Riley, for your help.

Congratulations to all our participants!

Monday, January 18, 2010

H1N1 Flu Vaccine Booster

DHEC will be back at DA on January 26th to give the H1N1 vaccine booster to children 10 & under. Anyone else who hasn't had the vaccine may get it at this time.

DA Students Bring Poetry To Life

On January 13th, tryouts for the Poetry Recitation Competition were held in Mrs. Jennifer Hilton's classroom. The students were given poems to memorize in advance and a local judge was brought in to see how well these students could bring poetry to life.

Two fourth graders and two fifth graders were chosen to represent Dorchester Academy at the SCISA Literary Meet to be held on Wednesday, February 3rd at Holly Hill Academy. From the fourth grade, Emma Moorer and Dylan Goshorn were picked as representatives with Maggie Steinbronn and Ryan Childers being selected as alternates. Fifth grade representatives that were chosen were Julia Smoak and Alex Canaday with Meg Garris and Jacob Reeves serving as alternates. Other participants for the competition were: Hayley Mizzell, Marion Infinger and Hillary Furtick.

Congratulations to everyone on a job well done!

Friday, January 15, 2010

DA Geography Bee

Congratulations to the winners of the school Geography Bee on January, 15th.
1st place - Ryan Huff. Ryan will have the opportunity to move on to the state competition!
2nd place - Benjamin O'Cain
3rd place - Katey Schwendinger

Congratulations to DA One-Act Play Performers

The Middle School cast of "The Old Folk's Home" won the SCISA middle school regional division's one act play competition Tuesday, January 12th. The cast competed against 8 other schools. They will compete in the state competition February 3rd at Holly Hill Academy. The cast is: Gregory Peagler, Doodle Mitchell, Hunter Kennedy, Annsley Judy, Holly Clayton, Hannah Byrd, Ashley Ammons, Cole Cleland, Effie Moorer, Taylor Marchant, Elizabeth Hartzog, Jordan Weathers with DeeDee Hartzog as director.

The High School cast of " The Campout" placed second in their competition. Cast members are:
Hannah Hill, Alli Wimberly, Grace Neil, Connor Quattlebaum with Ruthanne O'Cain director.

Congratulations to all of our young actors and thanks to their hard working directors!

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Softball Meeting

There will be a softball meeting for any interested students and parents on Sunday , January 17th at 3:00pm on the Softball Field. B Team, Jr. High and Varsity.

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Student Sign-Out Reminder

Parents and Students please remember that a written , signed note from a parent needs to be turned in to the office before any child can leave school. A parent may call and give permission directly over the phone to the office.

Everyone is invited to our January 25th Chapel.

On January 25th our chapel speaker will be Jason Burbage. Jason , son of Bambi Rushton, is a 1994 graduate of DA and a 1999 graduate of Clemson University. Jason "delivers a powerful message that inspires audiences of all ages to face life's multitude of challenges as if each one is a special gift from God rather than a debilitating curse."
Chapel starts at 8:10 am.
SAT Prep Class


There will be a SAT Prep class on Friday, February 19th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Dorchester Academy. There is a $50.00 per student fee to attend.
PSAT Information Session


Dorchester Academy will have a PSAT Information Session on Monday, January 18th at 6:00 pm. All 9th ,10th and 11th graders and parents are encouraged to attend. It will be led by Tim Jantzi who is a nationally known PSAT Consultant. You will receive your PSAT score sheets, learn how to interpret your results and find out tips for SAT test taking.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

One Act Play Results

Congratulations to the Dorchester Academy Middle School One Act Play team. They won 1st place and will represent DA at the state independent school's competition on Feb. 3 at HHA. The High School team took 2nd place. Awesome job Mrs. DeeDee Hartzog and Mrs. Ruth Anne O'Cain for working with our teams towards this outstanding achievement!

Items Needed

We are in need of a large refrigerator for the HS science lab and a small refrigerator for the MS lab. If anyone has one in decent shape that we could have to store science materials in we could give a tax credit for the donation. We also still need a wall mount for the old style TVs for our school television station. Please be on the look out for these items and let us know if you or someone you know has one they would like to donate.

Monday, January 11, 2010

Regional One - Act Play Competition

Dorchester Academy will be hosting the Regional One-Act Play Competition at the Lourie Theater on Tuesday, January 12th.

Miss and Mister Dorchester Academy

Applications for the Miss and Mister Dorchester Academy Pageants are in the office.
Please stop by and pick one up.

Student Government Meeting

Student Government will have a meeting on Tuesday, January 12th in Mrs. Penny's room during the second half of lunch.

P.T.O. Meeting

There will be a P.T.O. Meeting on Tuesday, January 12th at 7:00 pm.

Friday, January 8, 2010

High School Math Meet

The High School Math Meet is on the calendar for Thursday, Jan. 21st, when in fact it will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 20th.
There was a conflict on the 21st and had to be changed.

Tuesday, January 5, 2010

Fall Sports Recognition Ceremony

Dorchester Academy's Fall Sports Recognition Ceremony will be held on Sunday, January 24th at 3:00.

The following sports will be recognized:
B-Team, Junior High, and Varsity Football
Junior High and Varsity Volleyball

This will include all cheerleaders: Wee Poms, Jr. Poms, B-Team Pep Squad, Junior High, and Varsity.

Chapel

Chapel will be held on January 11th and 25th.

Student Government Bake Sale

The Student Government will sponsor a Bake Sale on Wednesday, January 13th during the lunch break.

Driver's Permit Test

The next Driver's Permit Test will be given on February 8, 2010.

Saturday, January 2, 2010

Happy New Year

Happy New Year and welcome to 2nd Semester at Dorchester Academy! I hope everyone had a wonderful and rested holiday season.

I am looking for the wall or ceiling mount kit for the old tvs. I figure someone out there got a new flat panel for Christmas and needs to dispose of the old wall mounting kit. Please let me know if you have one.

I look forward to seeing a school full of smiling faces on Monday!
Mrs. Neil