Coming Up
M 3/11 -- Track Practice 3-4:30 (6-12th)
W 3/13 -- Spring Follies Practice 3-4:30 (7-12th)
Th 3/14--Track Practice 3-4:30 (6-12th)
Fr 3/15 -- Q3 Report Cards
Fr 3/15 -- Spring Follies Practice 3-4:30 (7-12th)
M-Fr 3/18-3/22 -- SPRING BREAK
Lunch Menu
Athletics
Track
This Week:
M, Th 3:00-4:30pm
Save the Dates
Below are additional track meets we have been invited to. We will send out additional information on each we will attend by Spring Break. Please just hold these dates for now. Typically, these are Tuesdays for Junior High (6-9) and Thursdays for Senior High (10-12).
Tuesday, 3/26 (Mansfield JH)
Thursday, 3/28 (Mansfield SH)
Tuesday, April 9 (Acorn)
Saturday, April 27 (TBA)
Saturday, May 5 -- STATE MEET (John Brown University)
**OFF SEASON Basketball will begin with some pick up games and work outs during Spring Break for those who don't travel and follow with a set practice schedule thereafter. Details to come!**
Senior Photos & Retakes -- Thursday, March 14
Picture retakes and senior portraits are March 14th! Any student who was absent on the day of fall pictures will automatically be added to the list for retakes. If your student had their photo taken in the fall but would like to have it redone, please call the office or email Cynthia.Kesterson@legacymail.org. If you preordered and already received prints but would like to have your student’s picture redone, you may return your prints to the photographer on retake day to be exchanged for prints of the retake picture. This applies only to preorders that were placed before proofs were received.
Carnival of Cultures -- Friday, March 15
We invite parents to the Carnival of Culture put on by lower-level geography and upper-level literature classes. The aim will be to provide a comprehensive and enriching reinforcement of classical education by connecting students and subjects across the school. We hope by immersing the students in diverse cultures we can deepen their understanding, foster compassion, and expand their knowledge of both God and the world. This will be during the school day on Friday, March 15th at 2:15pm and parents are invited to drop by and see all the students put together to showcase an international culture inspired by something they're learning in class this year.
Spring Break -- March 18-22
Enjoy a week's break next week, before returning to school for the final quarter and a strong end to another year at Legacy Academy.
Spring Follies -- April 5th
We are getting ready for the funniest night of the year, Spring Follies 2024!
Save the Date!
Solar Eclipse -- April 8th
On Monday, April 8, part of Arkansas will experience a total solar eclipse. Our school is in the path of totality so we are aiming to have a normal school morning and then do fun activities and watch the eclipse in the afternoon. School will be in session for normal hours. Parents and families are invited to join us for the afternoon Eclipse events, too. Keep an eye out for more details coming soon!
If you have any questions, please direct them to Mr. Ward: jeremiah.ward@legacymail.org
Spring Formal -- April 20th
Legacy Academy 2024 Spring Formal is around the corner! All Freshman-Seniors are expected to attend. It will be a great evening of dinner and dancing at The Collins Home in Texarkana on April 20th from 5pm-10pm. The night will include a catered meal, dancing, games, and fun! Tickets are $50 and include the price of dinner. Parents are welcome to attend with the purchase of a ticket! Tickets will be available on the Legacy Academy website and in the front office. The deadline to purchase a ticket is April 1st.
SUMMER Programs & Camps
We are working now on different ideas for summer programs and camps for students of all different ages. We hope to have them all set and the schedule out by April 1st!
If you have ideas or expertise you could help with for 1-5 day summer workshops of camps for students please email academy@legacymail.org. Thank you!
Time to Re-Enroll
It is time to complete your students’ application to re-enroll for the 2024-2025 school year.
Paper applications were sent home with students on Friday, March 1st, or you can complete it online HERE. You may fill out one application per family, just be sure to include the name of every student that you would like to be considered for enrollment for the 2024-25 school year.
Campus Progress Zone: New Fence & Gates
The new fencing and gates are being installed! Once these are complete and installed, the school drive will be one-way only. You will only be able to enter at the Western entrance and must exit beside the daycare or at the dirt road (Friday Lane) after pickup.
Scholarship Updates--important LEARNS NEWS
EFA Renewals and New Applications
Renewals Now Open; New Applications Open April 1!
Renewals for families currently receiving EFA funding are now open. If your student receives EFA funds for the current school year and you would like to renew your funding for the 2024-2025 school year, you must log in to your portal before April 1st and complete the EFA Continuation Application for each student receiving funding. The process takes about 3 minutes per student and requires no documentation. Access the ADE EFA portal HERE.
Applications for new families to receive EFA will open April 1st with the same link. Expanded eligibility categories for the 2024-2025 school year are listed below.
Philanthropic Scholarships
PIAK is now open, families can apply with this link. This scholarship applies to any students transferring from a public school to a private school for the first time or entering into Kindergarten for the first time (must turn 5 before August 1st) AND whose family’s income is no more than 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.
Class of 2024 NEWS!
Seniors--here are a few important notes!
Scholarship forms for local students from the local Farm Bureau agency can be picked up in the office from Mrs. Kesterson or Mr. Gallagher!
This is a link to information on the Arkansas Challenge Scholarship. This is an important scholarship that will pay for college courses--including many trade courses, at local and 4-year colleges.
Also, students who will go on to any additional study--academically or in trade--will need to apply for FAFSA to get set up for scholarships and assistance. Click HERE to do so.
The Arkansas Future Grant is a scholarship for high-demand jobs in Arkansas. Many options are offered, including welding, automotive, diesel technology, HVAC, etc.
See Mr. Gallagher for more information or help with any of these.
A note will go out to senior parents soon about caps and gowns. In the meantime, please help make sure your senior is securing their required service hours and is on track to complete their capstone project - final submissions are due soon!
Arkansas Community Foundation Scholarships now available
Arkansas Community Foundation recently announced that scholarships are now available for Arkansas students.
Arkansas students who are pursuing education at two or four-year colleges or universities, vocational schools or technical training programs can apply for the Community Foundation’s scholarships.
Community Foundation president and CEO Heather Larkin said “Since 1976, the Community Foundation has partnered with individuals and organizations who want to support students in their pursuit of higher education.”
Scholarships with statewide eligibility include:
Advancing Women in Transportation Scholarship, provides a scholarship to female students who plan to pursue a career in a transportation-related field in Arkansas
Anne Pressly Scholarship, to memorialize the legacy of Anne Pressly and support a graduating high school senior woman who plans to pursue a career in Journalism
Arkansas Service Memorial Scholarship, for students who are children of Arkansans who lost their life in service in the state, nation or community
Barbara Mashburn Memorial Scholarship, provides a scholarship for a graduate of an Arkansas high school pursuing an education as a vocalist
East Student Scholarship, provides a scholarship to a graduating senior who attends any high school with an EAST program
Elizabeth G. Redman Republican Party of Arkansas Scholarship, for students who are members of or active in the Republican Party of Arkansas
Herchel and Melba A. Fildes Scholarship provides a scholarship to students studying nursing and attending Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas or Arkansas State University in Beebe
Lillian McGillicuddy Republican Party of Arkansas Scholarship, for students who are members of the Arkansas Federation of Young Republicans or are active in the Republican Party of Arkansas
Marie and Bob Marshall Republican Party of Arkansas Scholarship, for students who are members of or active in the Republican Party of Arkansas
Merwin T. and Agnes Bowman Nursing Scholarship, for students seeking a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent degree from a qualified institution
Poultry Federation Scholarship provides scholarships to students pursuing a degree related to the poultry industry and attending a school in the University of Arkansas system, Arkansas State University system, Arkansas Tech University or Southern Arkansas University
Robert P. Atkinson Hospital Leadership and Scholarship provides a scholarship to students pursuing an advanced degree with an emphasis in healthcare and/or hospital administration
Ryan Mondy D.A.S.H. Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to graduating seniors whose lives have been affected by cancer
For more information about these and other scholarships, visit www.arcf.org/scholarships. Deadline for scholarships can be found on the application portal.
We are Enrolling New Students
We are Hiring!
Don't forget we need substitutes. Please contact the office if you might be able to sub -- office@legacymail.org.
We are also hoping to hire one additional grammar-level teacher for the remainder of this year. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree.
We are beginning our hiring efforts for next school year, as well. Help us find the perfect teacher match and fill positions!
