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UP, UP and Away!  

SMA Lax Goalie, John Villotti, having attained appointment to USAFA Colorado Springs, CO has sights set high

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SMA Rifle Team Competes on the World Wide Stage at the US Army JROTC Service Championships in Camp Perry OHIO!

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CAN’T AFFORD A PROM DRESS?

  

 

VISIT

 

CINDERELLA’S  CLOSET

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Attention SMA students and families. Next year, our 2nd  annual springbreak trip will be a cultural tour of Italy. The tour will run from March 3-11 and will include stays in Rome, Florence, and Venice.  Further details can be found at www.acis.com under the trip title “Insider’s Italy”

Please contact Major Lee at ryan_lee@sarasota.k12.fl.us 

if you are interested in this exciting opportunity or have any questions.

 

 


Photo courtesy Barbara Banks Photography and Ringling College Library Association

SMA students attending Bradley Collins and Stephen Roscher


News from the Guidance Department

Urgent 2010-11 scheduling information click here

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WIN A $500 SCHOLARSHIP! Write a 1 page essay with the subject being, "How Has Your School Counselor Impacted You?" Pick up an entry form in the guidance office. DEADLINE: APRIL 12, 2010

College Night Poster

National Testing Day
SAT ACT


Colonel Kennedy took cadets Katie Cerchio, Monica Cubillos, and Major Wasserman to January's SARASOTA SISTER CITIES lunch meeting on 1/20/10.  Guests heard about Tel Mond, our Israeli sister city, and the efforts of the Shahak family to promote peace between Israeli Arabs and Jews.  Bat-Chen Shahak was murdered by a suicide bomber on her 15th birthday in 1996, and her parents have dedicated their lives to working for peace and understanding in her memory.  Katie and Monica are holding some of the "kites for peace" that Arab and Jewish make TOGETHER as part of the Shahak's ongoing program.  The children are brought together to work on art projects and to get to know one another as individuals rather than as stereotypes.


Lacrosse 2010 Schedule click here

 


 

West Point Bound ....  GO ARMY

12/17/09

Mike Martino #16, a senior at Sarasota Military Academy has received an appointment to the USMA @ West Point Class of 2014 . Proud parents Mike Sr. and Linda stated "It has always been Mike's desire to become a commissioned officer in the United States Army ". "For him, it was a natural progression to attend Sarasota Military Academy which provided the discipline, JROTC Leadership program , and rigorous academics he needed".

 

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CPR Training Class

Sarasota Military Academy Lacrosse Program and US Lacrosse Gulf Coast Florida Chapter are hosting a CPR training class. Upon completion of the class, participants will receive a AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) certification card that is good for 2 years.

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WE NEED YOUR HELP WITH

CINDERELLA’S CLOSET

 

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Sarasota Military Academy Lacrosse becomes an

IL Affiliate Program

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FREE TUITION TO HARVARD!

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Cadets are  Reg. CSM Cade Kenny, PVT Hannah Walker and Tyler Lambert   all on the SMA Precision Air Rifle Team

This past weekend I with my dad (Gunny Sgt. Pitts assistant coach for Precision air rifle team) took 3 Precision rifle team cadets to the Gary Anderson Invitational match in Anniston, Al. and they got their picture taken with 2 amazing people.

 

http://www.odcmp.com/Director.htm      

Please read here about Mr. GaryAnderson                                                           

 

http://www.odcmp.com/COO.htm           

Chief Operating Officer

 

Thank You,

Gina Purdy

 

 


How Can I Graduate Sarasota Military Academy with an

Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree from State College of Florida?

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Veteran's Day Parade 09

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FRESHMEN OF THE MIGHTY 1ST BATTALION

LEAD THE WAY IN JROTC SERVICE-LEARNING

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SMA Rifle Team Competes in the US Army JROTC Postal and Continues Quest for a repeat to the  

Sarasota County JROTC Air Rifle League Championship

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Veterans Day Information

Sarasota Military Academy graduate, Joe Reynolds, currently serving in Afghanistan.


 

 

 

 

Halloween at SMA 2009

 

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GIVE A LITTLE – GET A LOT!

PLEASE HELP US FEED THE HUNGRY

The freshmen cadets of the Mighty First Battalion are conducting a Food Drive to help feed the hungry in our community.  We could really use your help!  Please send non-perishable food items to school with your cadet from now through 11 November, Veterans’ Day (or come for a visit and bring the items with you).  The food items may be dropped off in any of the freshmen JROTC Instructors’ classrooms, and there will be a table set up at school before and after the Veterans’ Day Parade to accept food donations.  This is part of the freshmen cadets’ service-learning project, and it will serve to fill a very real need in our community.  As always, thanks for your support!

 

 

Thanks in advance for your generosity!

 

CSM Thomas

SGM Richardson
1SG Thomas

c/LTC Folts

c/CSM Brodil


 

Wreaths Across America started in 1992 when the Worchester Wreath Company donated 5000 wreaths to Arlington National Cemetery for display at our honored Veteran’s gravesites. Other national cemeteries desired to hold this ceremony at their own local, state, or federal cemeteries so that now 360 cemeteries participate in the event.

This year the Sarasota National Cemetery will conduct the ceremony on 12 December starting at 11:30 AM.

You can sponsor a wreath to be placed on an honored Veteran’s gravesite by donating $15.00 Please make your check payable to Sarasota Military Academy – PTCC and designated it for Wreaths. Send a check to LTC William Brockman, Sarasota Military Academy, 801 N. Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236.

The wreaths are approximately 22 inches across and are made from live greens.

The Academy Band, Pipers, and Chorus will be participating in the Ceremony.

 

Show our Veterans we are with them till the very end –

SPONSOR A WREATH

 


Sarasota Military Academy Lacrosse becomes an

IL Affiliate Program

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Carpool Candidates 2009-2010

If  you are interested in carpooling or have found a match

please contact Elke Olree at smadreamteam@hotmail.com

Thank you!

 

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Dear Sarasota Military Academy Parents and Cadets,

 

 

          Sarasota Military Academy’s (SMA) High School Sailing Team is getting ready for the 2009/2010 season.  Any current SMA Sailor and new interested SMA Sailor, whether you have experience or not, can begin sailing now with the Sarasota Youth Sailing Program (SYSP) in conjunction with SMA

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Attention SMA students and families. This spring, we will be taking a select group of students (families are welcome) on a tour of England and France. The tour will run during spring break, from March 24 - April 1.  Highlights will include a visit to the D-Day beaches in Normandy, 2 days in London, and 3 day in Paris. Further details can be found atwww.acis.com  under the trip title “London, Loire Valley, and Paris.”

Please contact Major Lee at ryan_lee@sarasota.k12.fl.us 

if you are interested in this exciting opportunity or have any questions.

 

 


 

Lacrosse is referred to as “the fastest game on two feet” and is one of the more arduous tests of strength and endurance.  Lacrosse is a sport well-suited to the cadets of the Sarasota Military Academy.

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School Service Volunteer Opportunities:
 
Cafeteria - help serve from 10:00 am to 11:00 am - help needed daily
 
Media Center - various times / days
 
Front Office Work - seasonal
 
"Volunteers" can call the school and talk with individual departments for volunteering in these areas, or you can contact me directly at
dspetsios@verizon.net or 941-914-5215.

 

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Request for Schedule Change

Instructions

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The Partnership for a Drug-Free America and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America invites you to a free Webinar

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 SMA Drumline performs at Ed Smith Stadium

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Sarasota County launches free prescription discount card

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http://www.mysuncoast.com

 


MENTORING

Sarasota Military Academy has coupled with Friendship Volunteer Center to provide MENTORS to students that may need some positive adult encouragement.  This program is called “Miracle Mile of Mentoring, and uses volunteer recruits from the “mile” around the campus.  Volunteers are trained and receive a security clearance.  These volunteers are professionals in the area and are released from work to meet with a student for (approx.) one hour a week, on the school grounds.  The activity that takes place during the time that the mentor and mentee spend together is dictated by the need(s) of the student.  It may be reading together, doing homework, setting up a time management schedule, setting goals, or simply talking.  This is a very successful program and can change a student’s life forever.  If you have a child that could benefit from this program, please contact Major Donehew.

 


Feeling stressed?

Feeling down?

How do you cope?

Visit the guidance page and click on "Family Tips" for coping strategies

 you can use this holiday season and beyond.

 

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SMA Renews Accreditation With Rave Reviews

SMA has successfully renewed its five year accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The team members were impressed beyond belief with our incredible corps of cadets. We offer a sincere thank you to all the teachers, parents, cadets, community members, SMA Board members, Mayor Palmer, and representatives of the Sarasota District Schools who helped us reach this pinnacle of academic success!

By clicking on the link below, you will see three pages of commendations and only two recommendations. This may be the finest endorsement of a school in the history of accreditation. SMA--where the next generation of America's great leaders is now in training. 

 

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Headmaster Kennedy is a

guest on air with Cliff Roles

 

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Planning for college? A career? The SAT, ACT, PSAT, or AP Exams? You now have free access to an online resource center that can help you with all your preparation. Sarasota Military Academy is pleased to announce that Peterson’s StudentEdge is available for all high school students. StudentEdge gives you access to test preparation, college searches, a scholarship search, financial aid tools, a career assessment, and a resume builder—all in one location and totally free! Students will also get a personalized to do list that will guide them through the planning process. Even 9th grade students can get a head start on college and career prep with the online practice tests and career assessment. You can access StudentEdge by going to www.mystudentedge.com. First time users should go to the Guidance office to get our access code


FREE TUTORING AFTER SCHOOL IN ALL SUBJECTS

Room 209 from 2:00-4:30 Monday through Thursday

Don't allow your cadet to get a low grade.  Start tutoring now!

Onward.

Dan Kennedy


Something Unique At SMA

 

Among the many unique features of SMA is the fact that we are a drug free school. This program originated several years ago when five cadets visited the headmaster's office. They wanted to create a policy for random drug testing of every student. Over the next year, they helped to write the policy and seek approval from the School Board of Sarasota County and the Florida State Department of Education. Cadets are called to the sick bay, and all testing is done in complete privacy.

 

This policy has been in place now for several years. Random testing is done with all faculty, staff, and cadets. We believe that this makes it easier for everyone to "just say no" to drugs. It takes only a moment to assure that our cadets are happy, healthy, and free of harmful

substances. 

 


ATTENTION: ALL STUDENTS INTERESTED IN WINNING SCHOLARSHIP MONEY!

FastWeb, an online scholarship search program, is sponsoring Scholarship Bootcamp. Scholarship Bootcamp is available to all students seeking to improve their scholarship application package.Visit the website each week for a section concerning a different topic, and locate the dog tags.Each time you find a dog tag, email us at scholarshipbootcamp@fastweb.com to be entered into the weekly $1000 drawing.The more tasks you complete, the better your chances of winning.

Go to www.fastweb.com  for more information. Good luck!


OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME A PART OF SMA'S PRESENT AND FUTURE!

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Cadet Steven Headley has an innovative project in mind to help him complete his Eagle Scout award and assist SMA as well. As you may be aware, the ground beneath the picnic tables is currently covered with
white stones. Due to all the pedestrian traffic, the stones sometimes get on the sidewalks. This requires constant attention from our school custodians.

Steven's project is to place bricks engraved with the donor's/student's name to spruce up this area. It's
an excellent way to become part of the legacy and history of SMA.
Please consider donating to this worthy activity.

Dan Kennedy, Headmaster


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Parents and Students:

            Recently we have seen an increase in the number of students interested in the possibility of taking dual enrollment classes. Consequently, we would like to share information concerning the process.

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