May 25, 2018

Bylines by Beth

Memories

This week, the faculty had the privilege of attending our Sixth Grade Farewell Assembly. Each student shared two to three memories from their time at Woodward North. The memories ranged from experiences in academic classes, performances, recess, field trips, and the development of friendships over the years. Listening to their memories, delivered with poise and confidence, was reassuring to us that the time spent at Woodward North has been instrumental in their development as assured young ladies and men. It is never easy to let our children leave Woodward North and continue to other school communities. However, we do so with pride knowing they are well prepared academically and equipped with a moral compass in hand.

We wish them the best and know they will continue to develop new memories with friends and varied experiences. Our hope is they will remember Woodward North as their home where open arms await them. We can’t wait to see what unfolds for them in their future!

Library Books

All library books were due Friday, May 4. Please search your home for all misplaced books. Students will still have library visits but will not be able to check out books. Thank you.

Chaplain's Corner

Greetings Woodward Academy Community,

This year was filled with so many joys as I witnessed our students grow and learn about the faiths of one another. From events on Hinduism / Sikhism / Islam / Judaism / Christianity / Buddhism individually, to events where all of the students came together on panels or during interfaith prayer services, I am thankful for this community. I am inspired each day by the openness and inclusive nature of each student at Woodward.

Throughout the months of June and July, students in our community will observe the following:

• May 15-June 14 (Islam) - Ramadan is a time of fasting, self-examination, and religious devotion.
• June 8 (Islam) - Jum’at al-Wada is the last Friday of the month of Ramadan. While not a festival, it is a special day for many Muslims.
• June 10 (Islam) - Laylat al-Qadr is known as the Night of Power, commemorating the first revelation of the Qur’an to Prophet Muhammad in 610CE.
• June 14 (Islam) - Eid-al-Fitr begins at sundown as the breaking of the fast celebrating the end of Ramadan.
• July 27 (Buddhism) - Dhamma Day commemorates the Buddha’s first sermon at Deerpark.

I hope you have a wonderful summer. Please feel free to visit our Interfaith Initiatives page to see upcoming events this semester or to share a prayer request. You are also welcome to reach out to me over the summer with prayer requests or for pastoral support.

Blessings,

Chaplain K
Rev. Katie O. Kilpatrick
Academy Chaplain
Woodward Academy

404-391-7589

Honors Assembly

Congratulations to all of those who were honored at our Honors Assembly on Friday! Check out the award winners here.

Transportation Services Info

Terranova

Thank you for your generous donations this year to our sister school in Terranova. The Woodward North community raised $6132.00 for this worthy cause. We so appreciate everyone's support and participation.

Thank you to all of our parents for your diligence in signing in at the front office before entering the school. We appreciate your cooperation.

Kids in the News

Sixth grader Zain and his team placed 1st in the State Academy Cup Champion-U12 Boys in Hampton, GA. They scored 14 goals and allowed only 1! Zain's team won 4 out 4 games : 9-01-0 ( Zain scored)2-02-1 for the final. It was a great way to wrap their academic season.

Counselor Connection