Dear SUA Community,

I would like to begin by recognizing and congratulating our juniors and seniors who attended Prom last Friday evening.  Our students were kind, polite, and genuinely appreciative for one another, our guests, and the chaperones.  Many took the time to personally thank those who helped make the evening possible.  This spirit of gratitude and care is at the heart of our SUA sisterhood.  Moments like these are a powerful reminder of the exceptional young women who make up our community.

As this Parent Bulletin reaches you, we are less than one week away from the start of exams on Tuesday, April 28.  There is a noticeable shift in energy throughout the building as we approach the end of the semester, and we recognize that this can be a time of increased stress for students.  Our Counseling Team continues to provide support during this period.  Mrs. Jenna Wilker, our Student Success Coordinator, has been sharing a daily “tip” with students to help them stay organized, focused, and prepared.  Her initial communication also included resources to guide students in creating effective and manageable study plans.

A much appreciated element of our current schedule is the inclusion of dedicated “office hours” during WIN time (“What I Need”) on Mondays and Wednesdays.  This time is intentionally designed for students to receive individualized support from teachers.  Learning how to seek help and ask questions to get what one needs is an essential skill, necessary in college and beyond.  In addition, members of the National Honor Society are offering peer tutoring opportunities this week on a “drop in” basis, providing another option for academic support.

Mrs. Wilker shared an important reminder that is worth repeating: “Exams are not about perfection; they are about progress. You have been learning and growing all semester, and this is your opportunity to demonstrate what you know.”  Keeping this perspective at the forefront can help students approach exams with confidence and a healthy mindset, while encouraging a sense of ownership of their own learning.

In the week ahead, there are a few other culminating activities celebrating the accomplishments of our students:

• Tonight, our Fine Arts Department is presenting its Fine Arts Showcase.  The night will begin with an Art/Design Gallery Walk at 6 p.m. in the East Foyer followed by the Performing Arts Showcase at 7 p.m. in the Theater.  The evening will also include a senior signing to honor the Class of 2026 studying fine arts in college.  
• The Athletic Department will hold its Spring Senior Signing after school on April 23 in the Gym.  We will honor eight seniors committed to collegiate athletics.
• Seniors who have participated in our Global Scholar Program will present their Capstone Projects during the Global Scholars Celebration and Showcase on April 23 during Community Time and after school, 3:30-5 p.m., in Keller.  These students have completed extensive research on a project that has components of service, leadership, and local or global impact, and their Capstone projects are impressive displays of their learning.

Thank you for all of the ways you support your daughter during this time of year.

Go Bulldogs!

Kathy

This Week at SUA: Reminders and Tips to Help Your Bulldog

Notes:

• Fine Arts Spring Showcase will be presented April 22nd 6:00 pm. The night will begin with an Art/Design Gallery Walk at 6 pm in the East Foyer followed by the Performing Arts Showcase at 7 pm in the Theater. 
• Athletic Signing Day is April 23rd at 3:15 pm in the Gym.
• Global Scholars Capstone Presentations are April 23rd during Community Time and after school in Keller, 3:30-5 pm.
• Looking ahead:
  • Exams begin on Tuesday, April 28th. See schedule here (scroll to page 2).
  • Friday, May 1 is a Grading Day for faculty. Students will not be on campus for class.
  • The May Minimester and AP Testing begin on Monday, May 4th.
  • Declaration Day for seniors is May 7th followed by Baccalaureate at 6:30 pm in the Gym.
  • HCBU Showcase occurs during lunch on May 7th.
  • SUAVE Spring Showcase is May 8, 7:00 pm, in the Theater.
  • May Crowning for seniors is May 11, 12:30-1:30 pm in the Chapel.
  • Senior Tea is May 13, 4:00-5:00 pm, in the Gym.  Students report at 3:30 pm to Keller.
  • Our all-school Mass is May 14th.
  • Awards Ceremony is May 15, 1:30-2:30 pm, in the Gym.
  • Graduation for the Class of 2026 is May 17, 2:00 pm, at the Taft Theater.
  • Last day of school is May 19th!