Dear St. Augustine Academy Parents,
Our school year is well underway and I again want to say welcome to all of our new families and students. It’s exciting to have all of you with us for this school year.
Our time at New Life Ranch with the secondary students was a lot of fun and allowed us all to get to know one another. Starting school is always exciting and especially this year with all the improvements to the building. Floors were finished in several classrooms and the new library. The computer tables will soon be finished and the new iMacs should be here soon. Everyone is excited to see these improvements to our program. We hope to work on improving our science lab over the next months as well. The new playground is being constructed and should be in place shortly.
The Library is “A building.” So far six library shelves have been donated at $175/shelf, but we need a total of 18 shelves. The library check out desk has been donated, but two study tables at $120 each and a fireplace at $750 remain to be donated. A plaque will be attached to each donated item with whatever sentiment you would want on it. This would make a great memorial gift or anniversary gift.
Finances/Fund Raising – As of January, 2007, St. Augustine Academy is the sole owner of all of our property. Prior to January a Limited Liability Corp., formed by parents and friends of SAA, owned the property. With this “purchase” of assets and liabilities by St. Augustine Academy, we have mortgage & interest payments of about $6000 per month. This amount is substantial for us and it is not totally covered by tuition. A need for us to raise these payments and the related insurance and other expenses is necessary. THUS…
“WISDOM & ELOQUENCE AT THE RENAISSANCE” – Our annual fund raising banquet will be held at the Tulsa Renaissance Hotel on Friday, October 26th, at 6:30 p.m. The cost of tickets for SAA families is $25 per person. We encourage you to bring guests and you may purchase guest tickets at $20 per person. You may also purchase a table of eight for $175.
Needed: your presence, as well as the presence of your friends, business associates, church friends, and relatives who would enjoy a delightful evening as well as be interested in supporting Christian education at St. Augustine Academy. Our goal for the year is to raise $80,000 to help us with our ongoing responsibilities. Obviously we are looking for outside support, not just from our SAA families. This event is one of several fund raising events for this school year.
Please pray about this banquet and how you may be able to involve folks in your sphere who would be blessed to help SAA. We are trusting the Lord to release provision above and beyond our tuition to cover scholarships and financial aid for our students, and to help us with our ongoing fixed costs.
The Performing Arts at St. Augustine Academy – Please see the enclosed brochure for details and discounts on events occurring throughout this school year. This is your opportunity to support SAA and receive much enjoyment and blessings in return. A very lively year is planned as you will see in the brochure.
Worldview Academy – Monday, September 10th, 7:00 p.m. in the SAA Auditorium. Mr. Tracy will be sharing on “A Study of Worldview from the perspective of Emerson.” The Griffin House is providing child care and refreshments, and a special student presentation is also planned. Worldview Academy is planned especially for parents as a way of providing you with our vision and philosophy. It is a time for you to hear presentations by our faculty and staff so you may be informed as to what your students are receiving in their classes.
Israel Trip – Keep the dates of March 6-19 open so you can take a trip to Israel. Dr. & Mrs. Ehrlich will be your tour hosts. We have reserved 25 spots for this SAA sponsored trip. Brochures and application will be available very soon. $150 will reserve your spot and final payment is due by January 1, 2008. This tour is open to SAA juniors and seniors as well as parents, faculty, and friends of St. Augustine Academy. Students will be missing seven days of school, but the experience is worth a years worth of teaching. This is a two week tour which gives time to visit much of Israel and take time to teach and meditate at many sites. “Walking the land” is a life changing experience, and if you don’t believe me, just ask any of the students who went in 2006. The next trip to Israel will probably take place in 2010.
Special Thanks – Thank you to Mrs. Julie Atteberry who has involved many of you in volunteering. Keeping up with painting, repairs, etc. is a big job, but doable with many willing hands. Thank you to all of you who have painted, fixed floors, moved furniture, put in the great office window, worked on the parking lot and lawn, etc. Blessings to you all; may the Lord bless you as well. Every volunteer saves us money and helps to keep SAA looking sharp and “classical.”
Secondary parents – You will find enclosed a note about Gradenet and your child’s ID and password so you will be able to access Gradenet from your home.
Your prayers are always welcome. Consider joining the “Partners in Prayer” group of parents that meet every Tuesday at 12:45 here at SAA to pray for our teachers, students, and families. Blessings to you!
Sincerely, Larry J. Ehrlich, D. Phil. Administrator
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