MAP Growth Assessment Reminder

Students in grade 3 and higher will be taking their spring MAP (Measures in Academic Progress) Growth assessment, this coming week. The MAP is a norm-referenced test that measures math, reading, and language skills. The data from this assessment help guide instruction and identify individual student academic goals. 

Attendance is extremely important this week. If there is a circumstance that will prevent your child from attending school please contact the school office. 

During test week please help your children be at their best by: 

•  Arriving at school by 8:00 a.m.;
•  Getting a minimum of 8 hours of sleep;
•  Eating a healthy breakfast;
•  Bringing 1 or 2 books they can read;
•  Ensuring they are relaxed and free from other worries.

Learn more about MAP Growth by reviewing the Parent’s Guide to MAP Growth. 

Mother's Day Invitation

All our mothers are invited to come to Bhaktivedanta Academy on Friday, May 11, for our annual Mother's Day. We have special activities planned and welcome the opportunity for students to share their class with their moms.

The schedule is as follows:

• Bhakti Bhavan - 8:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

• Audarya Bhavan - 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.

• Krishna Sharanam - 9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

• Madhurya Bhavan - 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Please Note: Mother's Day is a special opportunity for students to spend one-on-one time with their mom at school, so we request that alternate care arrangements be made for young siblings.

We look forward to seeing our moms here! 

Important Dates for May

Tue., May 1	Temple Tuesday (Krishna Sharanam Guru Puja and Kirtan) @ 7:20 a.m.*
Fri., May 4	Audarya Bhavan: Get Air Field Trip @ 9:00-11:30 a.m. Madhurya Bhavan: Poetry Event - Parents Welcome @ 2:00-2:30 p.m.
Mon., May 7-11	Teacher Appreciation Week
Tue., May 8	Temple Tuesday @ 7:20 a.m.*
Thu., May 10	Madhurya Bhavan: Art Show - Parents Welcome @ 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Fri., May 11	Mother’s Day
Mon., May 14	Picture Day Alachua County Library Bookmobile
Tue., May 15	Temple Tuesday @ 7:20 a.m.*
Wed., May 16	Bridge Day
Thu., May 17	Audarya Bhavan: Poetry Day - Parents Welcome @ 2:00-2:45 p.m.
Mon., May 21	Krishna Sharanam: Alachua City Hall Art Reception (Grade 9/10) @ 6:00-6:30 p.m.
Tue., May 22	Temple Tuesday @ 7:20 a.m.*
Wed., May 23	Krishna Sharanam Presents - Annie Musical - Alachua Woman’s Club @ 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Thu., May 24	Staff vs. Student Game
Fri., May 25-28	Pupil Holiday & Memorial Day: No School
Tue., May 29	Temple Tuesday @ 7:20 a.m.*
Wed., May 30	Ratha Yatra/Kurukshetra Day/Cheers
Thu., May 31	End of Year Ceremonies @ 8:30 a.m. Grade 10 Graduation at Alachua Women’s Club @ 6 p.m.
Fri., Jun. 1	Blue Springs Family Fun Day - Last Day for Students

*Students in Audarya Bhavan (1st - 3rd grade), Madhurya Bhavan (4th - 6th grade), and Krishna Sharanam (7th - 10th grade) meet every Tuesday at the New Raman Reti temple at 7:20 a.m. Teachers will be on duty at the temple to accept students at this time. 

SAVE THE DATE

August 13 - First Day of School - 2018

Father’s Day Invitation

Bhaktivedanta Academy's Annual Father’s Day is Friday, April 13. We have special activities planned and welcome the opportunity for students to share their class with their dads (a significant family friend or relative is welcome if a student doesn't have a father who can attend).

The schedule is as follows:

• Bhakti Bhavan - 8:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 
• Audarya Bhavan - 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. 
• Krishna Sharanam - 9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 
• Madhurya Bhavan - 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. 

We look forward to seeing our dads here! 

Important Dates for April

Mon., Apr. 2	School Resumes: Hurricane Irma Make Up Day
Tue.,Apr. 10	Temple Tuesday (Audarya Bhavan Guru Puja and Kirtan) @ 7:20 a.m.*
Fri., Apr. 6	Spirit Day: Letter Day
Mon., Apr. 9	Bookmobile From Alachua County Library District
Tue., Apr. 10	Temple Tuesday @ 7:20 a.m.*
Fri., Apr. 13	Fathers Day
Mon., Apr. 16	Parent Teacher Conferences Begin
Tue., Apr. 17	Temple Tuesday @ 7:20 a.m.*
Wed., Apr. 18	Krishna Sharanam: 10th Grade Personal Project Expo @ 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Tue., Apr. 24	Temple Tuesday @ 7:20 a.m.*

*Students in Audarya Bhavan (1st - 3rd grade), Madhurya Bhavan (4th - 6th grade), and Krishna Sharanam (7th - 10th grade) meet every Tuesday at the New Raman Reti temple at 7:20 a.m. Teachers will be on duty at the temple to accept students at this time. 

SAVE THE DATE

May 11 - Mother’s Day

May 25 - Pupil Holiday

May 28 - Holiday: Memorial Day

May 30 - Ratha Yatra/Kurukshetra Day

May 31 - End of Year Ceremonies and Grade 10 Graduation